OptoForce announced that it has completely rewritten its core software, resulting in new capabilities and automation tasks not previously available for Universal Robots industrial robots. The new developments also feature much greater speed for integration on many industrial robotic functions. For example, the speed of pin insertion and path recording with constant speed under force mode […]
Inclinometers guarantee reliable tilt measurements for mobile machines
POSITAL has introduced new versions of its TILTIX inclinometers that can provide reliable tilt measurement for moving equipment. These new devices use a combination of electro-mechanical gyroscopes and accelerometers to provide accurate measurements, even if the instruments are subject to strong accelerations. POSITAL’s TILTIX inclinometers rely on monitoring the effect of gravity on a tiny […]
Reflective optical sensor provides robust reliability and versatility for medical and industrial applications
TT Eectronics introduced its Photologic®V OPB9000 reflective optical sensor for industrial and medical applications. The sensor provides dependable edge and presence detection of reflective media under a wide range of ambient light conditions. The OPB9000, under the OPTEK brand, is suitable for a variety of applications including: industrial printing, dispensing, manufacturing automation, safety and security devices, […]
Expanded CMOS image sensor family with high-resolution options
ON Semiconductor has added four new high resolution devices to its PYTHON family of CMOS image sensors. Now totaling nine separate devices that provide resolutions ranging from VGA to over 25 megapixels (MP), this high performance family addresses the needs of general-purpose industrial imaging applications such as machine vision, inspection and motion monitoring, security, surveillance, […]
Advanced image co-processors for next gen automotive cameras
ON Semiconductor now offers a new series of image co-processors designed to work in conjunction with the company’s high performance 2 megapixel (MP) and 1.2 MP image sensor devices. The new AP020x series of co-processors enable a full range of complete solutions for automotive rear view and surround view cameras. The new image co-processors all incorporate an advanced […]
High-efficiency CMOS image sensor, 3D stacking technology
ON Semiconductor has successfully characterized and demonstrated its first fully-functional stacked CMOS imaging sensor featuring a smaller die footprint, higher pixel performance and better power consumption compared to traditional monolithic non-stacked designs. The technology has been successfully implemented and characterized on a test chip with 1.1-micron (µm) pixels and will be introduced in a product […]
2.1 megapixel CMOS image sensor delivers hi-res for security cameras
ON Semiconductor has introduced its latest high performance CMOS image sensor targeted for use in advanced video security cameras. The AR0230CS image sensor is a 1/2.7 inch optical format device with 105 decibel (dB) dynamic range that combines industry leading low-light capabilities with superior near-infrared (NIR) performance. For security camera makers looking to upgrade”o, from […]
