Mt. Olive, NJ – American Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST) has released a new Hazardous Location Pressure Sensor Products catalog. Due to an expanding product line, new approvals and added capabilities, their “hazardous location” approved products are segmented into a new 43 page booklet. Products are catalogued into three main sections: UL/cUL approved, CSA approved, and […]
Archives for January 2009
Mini Photoelectric Sensors
Buffalo Grove, IL – Carlo Gavazzi has launched a new series of compact, versatile photoelectric sensors, offering exceptional features and outstanding value. The new CGPS Series sensors feature a universal housing style which can be installed via the threaded M18 barrel, or secured with screws to a bracket via the mounting holes on the flat […]
“Enlightened” Atoms Defy Uniformity
When atoms in a crystal are struck by laser light, their electrons, excited by the light, typically move back and forth together in a regular pattern, resembling nanoscale soldiers marching in a lockstep formation. But according to a new theory developed by Johns Hopkins researchers, under the right conditions these atoms will rebel against uniformity. […]
Sensor Film Measures Very Low Contact Pressures
You’ve wanted a more sensitive pressure sensor. Now, one has arrived. Pressurex Zero® is a new sensor film that characterizes tactile contact surface pressure down to an extremely low 7.2 PSI (0.5 kg/cm2). The flexible film can be placed between contacting or mating surfaces to instantly and accurately measure and map pressure magnitude and distribution. Variations […]
Ceramics Power Ultrasonic Toothbrush
Dr. Pierre Mourad, a research associate professor in the University of Washington Department of Neurological Surgery, was discouraged by the cleaning ability of his ordinary power toothbrush. He wondered if ultrasound, something he manipulates every day in his laboratory, could transform ordinary bubbles into pulsating bubbles that could help remove plaque bacteria and produce a […]
Practical Photovoltaic Systems are No Longer Light Years Away
by John R. Gyorki, Editorial Director Although several theoretical and experimental techniques of converting sunlight into electric energy exist, only two, photovoltaics (PV) and concentrating solar power (CSP), have survived for practical applications. Photovoltaic energy systems convert solar light energy directly into electrical energy using photovoltaic cells, also called solar cells, which exhibit the photoelectric […]
Wireless Implantable Medical Devices
The increasing availability of compact, low power wireless medical technologies will enable a new generation of human implantable medical monitoring and patient care devices using the Medical Implant Communication Service (MICS) radio frequency band, according to Cambridge Consultants. Designers of personal, self-contained medical devices for blood pressure and metabolite monitoring and control, new drug delivery […]
Sensor Solution Brochures from Automation Products Group
LOGAN, UT – Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG) has available a brochure on Sensor Solutions for Oil and Gas Drilling Operations, including mud pressure, mud tank level, liquid level sensing, general purpose monitoring and pressure calibration equipment. The brochure reviews potential oil and gas sensing solutions, including APG’s HU intrinsically safe Hammer Union pressure transmitter, […]
Mobile Equipment Vehicle Sensors
Minneapolis, Minn. — TURCK introduces its new family of robust inductive proximity sensors for use on mobile vehicle systems. Designed to reliably detect the position of doors, ladders, outriggers, gates and booms, the Mobile Equipment Sensor Series delivers rugged sensing solutions for agriculture, construction, commercial and utility industry mobile equipment applications. The sensors are available […]
MISUMI to Hold Contest at ATX West Show
Schaumburg, IL — Misumi USA announced that it will be holding a contest titled, “Go Configure” at the upcoming ATX West show in Anaheim, CA on February 10-12, 2009 in Booth Number 4601. The contest is Co-Sponsored by Design World Magazine and contest ballots will be available in the show issue of Design World magazine […]