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Novel Terrain Combat Systems for Defense Applications

Boeing has developed innovative ground combat systems as part of their Brigade Combat Team Modernization Increment One. These systems will be subjected to inspection and validation by the Army in 2011 and will be supplied for use in Afghanistan by 2012.

16 Dec 2010

APG-63(V) 3 Radar Systems from Raytheon

El Segundo-oriented Raytheon Space and Airborne Systems, a leading provider of sensing solutions, has obtained an offer from Boeing for the fabrication of the improved APG-63(V)3 Active Electronically Scanned Array radars.

From Raytheon Company 16 Dec 2010

Sensors to Assess Water Quality

In order to determine the condition of drinking water due to horizontal gas drilling, a pre-drilling water examination will be carried out for identifying the variation in water quality before and after the drilling process, with respect to the statements of the residents of Pennsylvania.

16 Dec 2010

Compact Wireless DX99 Nodes from Banner

Banner Engineering has introduced an innovative condensed metal enclosure to its reliable Wireless DX99 Node product portfolio.

From Banner Engineering Corp. 16 Dec 2010

New Biosignatures Challenge for ASU's Deirdre Meldrum

Senior scientist Deirdre Meldrum has acquired a new role in 2011, as the leader of one of the most ambitious research endeavour ever undertaken at Arizona State University.

By Andy Choi 15 Dec 2010

Human-Networking Research Looks at Disease Transmission

Published in this week's issue of the journal ‘Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences’ are results of a new research using human-networking theory shedding light on how exactly; infectious diseases such as the common cold, influenza, whooping cough and SARS can spread through a closed group of people, and even through populations at large.

By Andy Choi 15 Dec 2010

Lockheed Martin Network of Sensors to Support for U.S. Army

Lockheed Martin operators will be supporting a network of sensor systems that provide improved persistent surveillance for U.S. troops stationed in field operations.

From Lockheed Martin Corporation 15 Dec 2010

Nanostart AG Invests in Microlight Sensors

German-based technology investment company Nanostart AG is investing an undisclosed amount in homegrown Microlight Sensors. With portfolio companies spanning the globe from Silicon Valley to Singapore, Nanostart AG provides venture capital financing for nanotechnology companies in various growth phases with a focus on innovation-driven industries of the future such as cleantech, life sciences and IT/electronics.

By Dr. Cameron Chai 14 Dec 2010

HawksHead Introduces T-Valves for Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems with External Sensors

HawksHead has launched innovative, patent pending, T-Valve for Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) with external sensing devices.

14 Dec 2010

Mazet Launches TIAM4 Multi-Color Sensors

Mazet has added new series of color sensors to its product portfolio. The TIAM4 sensor features spectral functioning detector and the complete sensor electronics on-chip.

14 Dec 2010

Scientists Develop Nanosensor that Detects Environmental Pollutants

Islamic Azad University’s scientists have developed a nanosensor that is based on carbon nanotubes (CNTs). The nanosensor, with the help of nanocomputational methods, can be operated at ambient thermal conditions.

14 Dec 2010

Sprint, Digi International to Provide WiMAX Routers for High-Bandwidth Applications

Sprint and Digi International have collaborated to provide WiMAX routers for sensor network and remote site connectivity.

14 Dec 2010

Hardy Instruments Introduces Advantage Load Sensors for Compression Applications

Hardy Instruments has launched innovative sensors and load points for use in tension or compression applications. The Advantage sensors and load points are specifically developed to provide high performance for process weighing purposes and range from 44 lbs to 600,000 lbs in weight.

From Hardy Instruments, Inc. 14 Dec 2010

White Light Sensors from Hexagon Metrology

Hexagon Metrology has released a novel Cognitens brand white light sensing device for mobile and automated 3D evaluation systems.

From Hexagon Metrology Services, Ltd 13 Dec 2010

Sensor-Enabled Technology for Water Quality Validation

German researchers have devised a new technology for examining the purity of water constantly. In contrast to the periodic evaluation of water samples, the AquaBioTox scheme will generate a solution for the continual live validation of drinking water.

13 Dec 2010