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VEGA Unveils Remote Monitoring Solution for Level and Pressure Applications

VEGA Controls, a manufacturer of specialist level measurement instruments and controls, has introduced a new transmitting and receiving unit, PLICSMOBILE, which fits effortlessly into the company’s modular plics system.

From VEGA Controls Ltd. 28 Jun 2011

BIOTRONIK Introduces Lumax 540 VR-T DX for Cardiac Patients

BIOTRONIK SE & Co. KG, a company specializing in cardiac medical devices, has declared that it is planning to launch the new, innovative Lumax 540 VR-TDX, a single chamber implantable cardiac defibrillator (ICD), along with Linox SDX cardiac lead system, at the EHRA EUROPACE electrophysiology congress.

By Andy Choi 28 Jun 2011

BESTECH Launches Micro-Epsilon LLT 2710 Laser Profile Scanner for 2D and 3D Products

BESTECH Australia has introduced a new laser profile scanner, which not only measures but also evaluates complex 2D and 3D products. For 2D profile measurement on different target surfaces, the Micro-Epsilon LLT 2710 laser profile sensor makes use of laser triangulation.

By Andy Choi 28 Jun 2011

Seiko Develops Temperature Sensor IC Using CMOS Technology

The temperature sensor IC from Seiko Technology has been developed using CMOS technology and typically consumes an operating current of 50 µA.

By Andy Choi 28 Jun 2011

Skyworks Unveils New Range of Power Detectors for Smart Phones and Data Cards

Skyworks Solutions, a company specializing in high reliability analog and mixed signal semiconductors, has launched new dynamic range power detectors, which can be used for data cards and smart phones.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

QuakeFinder Expands Earthquake Sensor Network

QuakeFinder has declared that it is planning to undertake a major expansion of its Earthquake sensor network comprising over 60 instruments.

From QuakeFinder, LLC 27 Jun 2011

Progress Software Unveils Responsive Travel Alliances Solution Accelerator

Progress Software has unveiled its latest Progress Responsive Travel Alliances solution accelerator at the Brussels’ Air Transport IT Summit.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

Phoenix Controls Unveils Advanced Pressure Monitor II with BACnet Communications Feature

Phoenix Controls has launched the Advanced Pressure Monitor II (APM2) with environmental control and BACnet communications features.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

Viral Sensor Complex Activates Immune Response During Viral Infection

A research study by University of Texas researchers has identified a unique sensor that is essential for immune response activation during viral infection. This study gives a better insight into the intricate and overlapping mechanisms used by immune cells to resist infection.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

AMETEK Unveils JOFRA Professional Temperature Calibrator Series

AMETEK Test & Calibration Instrument has launched the JOFRA Professional Temperature Calibrators (PTC) series.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

NikkoIA to Manufacture Near IR Image Sensors Using Siemens Photodetector Technology

NikkoIA, a start up based out of Grenoble, has inked an exclusive global license agreement with Seimens. The contract will allow NikkoIA to use Seimens’ photodetector technology for manufacturing near infrared image sensors.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

Researchers Develop Sustainable Environmental Sensor

Research teams from the US and Korea have developed a self-powered sensor, which can detect the presence of mercury in water. This sensor is based on a nanomaterial.

By Andy Choi 27 Jun 2011

AuthenTec Introduces Multifunction Fingerprint Sensor for Tablets and Notebook PCs

AuthenTec has introduced a highly durable multifunction fingerprint sensor for Tablets and Notebook PCs. The new AES2665 smart sensor is integrated in the AuthenTec’s durable TouchStone™ package module. The sensor enhances security, aesthetics and touch powered conveniences of the PC and Tablet users.

By Andy Choi 26 Jun 2011

Apple Looks to Patent New Sensor Technology

Apple has applied for yet more patents. This time it is for the technology that can help a mobile’s orientation sensors correct common photographic problems. The patent has been called “Image Capture Device Having Tilt and/or Perspective Correction”

By Andy Choi 26 Jun 2011

NASA to Undertake Mission to Measure Air Pollution Over Maryland

A NASA initiative will see two aircraft perform between twelve and fourteen flights this July to see just how bad the air pollution is in Maryland. The project is called Deriving Information on Surface conditions from Column and Vertically Resolved Observations Relevant to Air Quality (DISCOVER -- AQ).

By Andy Choi 26 Jun 2011