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Cost-Effective USB Sensor Has Multiple Functions

Pico Tech has launched a USB DrDAQ data logger with 15 channels in a small device that is cost-effective and it can be used for hobbies, by teachers and technicians.

From Pico Technology 25 Jan 2011

New Protocol for Producing Sensor-Based Accessories

Faculty and students at the University of Michigan have designed a new open protocol called Project Hijack that could allow companies to produce affordable iPhone accessories.

25 Jan 2011

Researchers Develop Disposable Sensor that Detects TATP Explosive

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a novel disposable sensor that is capable of detecting explosive products.

25 Jan 2011

Sony to Introduce HDR-TD10 Digital Video Cameras with Image-Processing Sensors

Victor and Sony have announced that new HD digital video cameras will be launched into the market shortly. The cameras can capture three-dimensional moving pictures and are specifically designed to increase the sales of three-dimensional TVs.

From Sony Corporation of America 25 Jan 2011

Rohde + Schwarz Launches Power Sensors for Radar Applications

Rohde & Schwarz has introduced two new power sensors called the NRP Z86 and the NRP Z85 that can calculate power from 50 MHz to 40 GHz.

From Rohde & Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG 25 Jan 2011

Pagasa Deploys Landslide Sensors in Philippines

The Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (Pagasa) declared that is has planned to deploy 10 sensors in five regions across the country that are affected by frequent landslides and excessive rainfall.

25 Jan 2011

Icon-Based Software Collects and Analyses Data from Sensors

LEGO has introduced an icon-based software called Mindstorms education NXT for data logging and programming applications. It features 46 tutorials that range from the beginner to advanced levels.

25 Jan 2011

Global Spectrum Installs Ambient Light Sensors in UCF Arena

A venue management firm, Global Spectrum, has launched new initiatives to transform the UCF Arena into a green facility. Global Spectrum is based in Philadelphia and has over 90 facilities spread across Canada and the U.S.

25 Jan 2011

NASA Selects ODIS' PlanarOptoElectric Technology for Spacecraft Sensors

ODIS has secured a development contract from NASA that will comprise a Phase I Award of $100,000. NASA has selected ODIS' PlanarOptoElectric Technology (POET) platform as an ideal procedure to build Optoelectronic infrastructure for Optical/RF phased array sensors.

25 Jan 2011

Silicon Laboratories Launch Ultra-Sensitive Proximity Sensors

Silicon Laboratories has introduced its future generation ambient light and infrared (IR) light sensors called the Si114x portfolio for human interface (HI) solutions.

25 Jan 2011

United Microelectronics to Produce Customer CMOS-MEMS Sensor Products

United Microelectronics has declared that the company has manufactured customer Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) sensor products at its foundry.

25 Jan 2011

Camcopter S-100 UAV with MX-10 EO/IR Payload Sensor

Wescam L-3 Communications and Schiebel Aircraft announce the initial flight of the Camcopter S-100 UAV, the first unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) deployed with the Wescam MX-10 EO/IR payload sensor.

25 Jan 2011

NFL Tackles Head Injuries With Sensors

This year, the NFL has been on a crusade against concussions. From the ban on head hits to the recent launch of a new website, www.nflhealthandsafety.com, the organization is doing its part to keep players safe, during their time on the field and long after.

By Andy Choi 24 Jan 2011

iPad Robot to Clean Homes

The robotics team at iRobot has incorporated an iPad into a robotic body to evolve an AVA. The company that earlier developed the Roomba and Scooba robotic cleaners has now introduced the AVA or Avatar’.

21 Jan 2011

Pulse Oximetry Sensors for Healthcare

Covidien, developer of healthcare products as well as mechanical ventilation and respiratory care devices, has launched the Infinity MCable with Nellcor OxiMax technology, which comes as an incorporated unit of the Dräger Infinity Acute Care System across Europe.

21 Jan 2011