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Maxim Introduces the IO-Link Physical-Layer Transceiver for IO-Link Sensor Applications

Maxim Integrated Products has announced that it has launched the MAX 14821, which is the smallest IO-Link physical layer transceiver. The product comes in the size of 2.5 X 2.5 mm WLP, which enables in saving 60% space and ideal for fitting in any kind of housing.

By Andy Choi 7 Oct 2011

Researchers Invent New Blood Sugar Monitoring System for Dogs

Researchers at the University of Veterinary Medicine at Vienna, Austria have discovered a new system to monitor blood sugar levels in dogs.

By Andy Choi 7 Oct 2011

Manufacture of Sensors and Sensor-Based Systems, Measurement Specialties Buys Celesco Transducer Products

Sensor and sensor-based systems designer and manufacturer, Measurement Specialties has announced that it has bought Celesco Transducer Products, which specialises in designing and manufacturing rotary encoders and cable extension transducers.

By Andy Choi 7 Oct 2011

WorldView Versions Equipped with Latest Control Moment Gyroscopes

DigitalGlobe and Ball Aerospace and Technologies have jointly announced the completion of the Critical Design Review (CDR) of the WorldView-3, which is a remote sensing satellite from DigitalGlobe.

From Maxar Technologies 7 Oct 2011

E-Z Tec DSP Metal Detector Added to Air Cargo Screening Technology List

A vibratory and magnetic technology developer headquartered in Erie, Eriez has announced that the E-Z Tec DSP Metal Detector has cleared the Stage I qualification test criteria of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

By Andy Choi 7 Oct 2011

Smartpulse IP Gateway Reference Design Enables Connectivity of Wireless Sensor Networks

Short range wireless technology, audio and power management developer, Dialog Semiconductor has announced the SmartPulse IP gateway reference design.

By Andy Choi 7 Oct 2011

Making More Use of the Sensors in Your Phone

For several years, the Human Dynamics research group at the MIT Media Lab has been using the standard sensors in smartphones to collect data about people’s social interactions, drawing surprising conclusions about the way political opinions, dietary habits and illnesses — among other things — spread through populations.

5 Oct 2011

Thermal Imaging Is A Valuable Tool for Pest Inspections

Thermal imaging is now more affordable than ever for pest inspectors. Use the FLIR i7 infrared camera during all your pest inspections to not only save time, but reduce damage to property, by incorporating your thermal images into your timber pest inspection reports.

5 Oct 2011

Next Generation Cryocoolers for Nuclear Detectors

Princeton Gamma-Tech Instruments, Inc., a leading developer of X-ray and Gamma-ray Detectors and Spectroscopy systems, serving a broad customer base in scientific research, industrial materials analysis and homeland security, has introduced the next-generation of mechanically-cooled cryogen-free radiation detectors.

5 Oct 2011

Sensirion Launch New Sensors Exclusively for Temperature Measurement

Following the successful market launch of the SHT2x family of humidity and temperature sensors, Sensirion is now launching a sensor designed exclusively for temperature measurement.

From Sensirion AG 5 Oct 2011

Caltech Engineers Create an e-Petri Dish

Engineers at the California Institute of Technology have upgraded the basic petri dish found in science labs across the globe.

By Andy Choi 5 Oct 2011

Nikon D800 Rumours Abound

Will the new Nikon high end SLR have 36 megapixel sensors? That’s what the rumors flying fast and high seem to indicate. The senor being manufactured by Sony is likely to be used in the Nikon D800, if these rumors are to be believed.

By Andy Choi 5 Oct 2011

OxySense Announce College and Universities Initiative

OxySense, Inc., the leader in oxygen measurement and monitoring systems for the packaging industries, announced today a new initiative to expand its relationship with college and university level packaging schools across the United States and internationally.

5 Oct 2011

A Sensor System for the Metropolis

A new system of sensors distributed over the urban landscape may soon takeover running a city altogether. The system called Urban OS relies on a network of sensors placed across a metropolis to gain data and analyze it.

By Andy Choi 5 Oct 2011

Touchstone’s TS1001 Op Amp Ideal for Low-Power Sensor Applications

Touchstone Semiconductor, Inc., a developer of high-performance analog integrated circuit solutions, today announced its TS1001 single-supply, rail-to-rail operational amplifier is available for low-power, low-frequency sensor applications.

4 Oct 2011