Miniature smart sensor combines 3-axis accelerometer with embedded microcontroller
January 22, 2013 2:19 pm | Stmicroelectronics | Product Releases | CommentsSTMicroelectronics announced details of a miniature smart sensor that combines a 3-axis accelerometer with an embedded microcontroller together in an ultra-compact 3x3x1mm LGA package for advanced custom motion-recognition capabilities.
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Miniature metal photoeye touts hybrid structure
January 21, 2013 9:51 am | Keyence Corporation Of America | Product Releases | CommentsKEYENCE introduced the PR-M/F Series, said to be the industry’s first miniature metal photoeye. The PR-M/F Series is intended to fulfill three main focuses: durability, stable operation, and ease of use. By employing a “hybrid structure”, which features a
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Novel sensor provides bigger picture
January 18, 2013 1:12 pm | by EurekAlert! | News | CommentsDuke University engineers have developed a novel sensor that is more efficient, versatile and cheaper for potential use in such applications as airport security scanners and collision avoidance systems for aircraft, cars or maritime vessels.
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Would these “smart” ice cubes change how you drink?
January 17, 2013 2:24 pm | by Kasey Panetta, Associate Editor | Blogs | CommentsSometimes great technology comes out of bad life experiences. Like the time Dhairya Dand from MIT Media Lab was so intoxicated he blacked out, and came up with an idea for a technology that would prevent people from drinking too much.By placing a smart LED inside molds of waterproof, edible jelly...
LISTED UNDER: Optoelectronics & Displays | LEDs | Sensors & Actuators
Differential pressure transducer features oil-free, high line pressure design
January 16, 2013 5:14 pm | Product Releases | CommentsAmerican Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST) has released the AST5300 wet/wet differential pressure transducer for use in Explosion-Proof and Non-Incendive areas. Featuring all 316L and Inconel X750 material, the AST5300 is suitable for various liquids and gases requiring high line pressure (1,500 PSI) and low differential pressure (10 PSID) measurements.
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Position sensor helps BLDC motor in transmission control unit run smoothly and efficiently
January 16, 2013 2:34 pm | Product Releases | Commentsams AG announced that automotive systems manufacturer Continental is using its robust, accurate AS5134 angular position sensor. The AS5134, as well as the newer AS5132, which are fully qualified to the AEC-Q100 automotive standard, are contactless magnetic position sensors optimized for use in high-speed brushless DC (BLDC) motors.
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Miniature infrared temperature sensor ideal for mounting in tight spaces
January 16, 2013 9:13 am | Omega Engineering | Product Releases | CommentsOmega introduces its new series of miniature infrared temperature sensor. The OS-MINI has features such as a miniature sensing head that makes this CE compliant product ideal for mounting in tight spaces, screen color changing capabilities to indicate alarm mode....
LISTED UNDER: Temperature6-Dimensional motion sensor enables precise control and increases accuracy, stability, safety, and operator productivity
January 15, 2013 2:16 pm | Honeywell Sensing And Control | Product Releases | CommentsHoneywell announced it has introduced its Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU), 6-D Motion Variant, 6DF Series, designed to provide motion, position, and navigational sensing from a durable single device over six degrees of freedom.
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Inductive sensors range in frequency up to 10 KHz
January 14, 2013 9:45 am | Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsPepperl+Fuchs has added new short cylindrical barrel and square profile models to its NBB family of inductive sensors. These flush-mount sensors deliver sensing ranges up to 1.5mm and switching frequency up to 10 KHz in temperatures ranging from -25 degrees to +85 degrees C (-13 to 185 degrees F).
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Intrinsically safe pressure transmitters available with process connections
January 11, 2013 11:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsAmerican Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST) intrinsically safe pressure transmitters for low pressure ranges are now available with ½" NPT Male and 1/4" BSPP male process connections. The non-incendive version of the low pressure series, the AST43LP will also share the same update.
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Could this circuit board prevent 2,000 infant deaths per year?
January 11, 2013 9:23 am | by Editor | Blogs | CommentsSIDS is the leading cause of death among infants between the ages of one month to one year. The most recent statistics put the number of deaths at about 2,226 per year, nearly seven infants per day.In hopes of lowering the number of infants who succumb to SIDS,
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Emergency stop buttons feature easy installation
January 9, 2013 9:10 am | Banner Engineering Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsBanner Engineering expands its line of emergency stop buttons with the Surface Flush Mount E-Stop. The new 40-mm emergency stop buttons are designed to easily mount to a wall or other flat surface without disassembling or individual wiring.
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Miniature-length sensor series features a built-in spring-loaded torsion arm
January 3, 2013 9:12 am | Omega Engineering | Product Releases | CommentsOmega introduces its new series of miniature length sensors that are compact in size and easy to use. The ZMD series features a built-in spring-loaded torsion arm that provides a simple-to-adjust torsion load, allowing the unit to be mounted in almost any orientation, including upside-down.
LISTED UNDER: PositionSensors measure vibrations and displacements from up to more than 300 meters away
December 20, 2012 10:26 am | Product Releases | CommentsPolytec has expanded its product range of non-contact measurement laser vibrometers with a new generation of sensors designed for operation over large distances. The RSV-150 Remote Sensing Vibrometer will measure vibrations and displacements on nearly any surface, from up to more than 300 meters away using an eye-safe (subject to blink reflex) Class 2 laser.
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Reed sensors feature environmentally sound, rugged aluminum design ideal for extreme conditions
December 19, 2012 2:51 pm | Standex Electronics | Product Releases | CommentsStandex-Meder Electronics introduces its new MK27 magnetically activated reed sensor, equipped with a robust aluminum housing that protects the magnet and sensor from extreme environmental conditions as well as against vandalism or sabotage.
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