Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions Inc. introduced the IMU-H100, a micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) inertial measurement unit (IMU)developed to enhance tactical guidance and navigation capabilities of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), short-range missiles, and precision guidance munitions, as well as a variety of commercial applications. As unmanned vehicle technology improves and personnel safety becomes a top priority, military and […]
Aerospace
What sensors are needed to fly hypersonic missiles?
Maneuverability and guidance systems, not just raw speed, are key differentiators for hypersonic missiles. That requires aerodynamic pressure sensors, optical sensors, inertial sensors, space-based tracking, infrared sensors, and more. All are combined into a single guidance system using sensor fusion. This article reviews the sensor types for hypersonic guidance, navigation, and target acquisition systems. Hypersonic […]
What sensors are needed to counter the hypersonic threat?
The old analogy of missile defense as “hitting a bullet with a bullet” no longer applies. The muzzle velocity of bullets is “only” 1,800 mph. A hypersonic missile travels at about 3,900 mph, twice as fast. A bullet can’t catch a hypersonic missile! To implement a hypersonic missile defense, it takes a comprehensive suite of […]
Custom designs of legacy/discontinued sensors
NewTek custom designs linear position sensors for companies that can no longer source replacement LVDTs from original suppliers. As LVDT manufacturers discontinue specific lines of position sensors or no longer offer small volumes of custom LVDTs, companies find it hard or even impossible to get replacements. NewTek offers a solution by bringing back to life […]
How is a transition edge sensor used in astrophysics?
A transition edge sensor (TES) is a microcalorimeter based on superconductivity. Compared with alternative technologies like energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), a TES can provide higher resolution measurements and resolve emission lines at closely adjacent energies. In astrophysics, TES is used to measure the relative abundance of elements like boron, carbon, and oxygen versus silicon […]
Next generation CMOS image sensors for low light conditions
Teledyne e2v announces OnyxMax, the next generation of its popular Onyx 1.3M low light CMOS image sensor. This new sensor has been designed for extremely low light conditions, down to 1 mLux. The combination of sensitivity and image resolution increases its range, allowing even small objects to be detected in harsh conditions. This makes OnyxMax […]
What role does sensing play in a flying car?
Will your first or perhaps your next sports car be capable of flying? If you are looking for the cool factor, the Samson Sky Switchblade Flying Car is certainly worth checking out. Completing its first flight on Nov. 9, 2023, after 14 years of design and rigorous testing, the flight test data will enable the […]
LVDT position sensor operates in high-shock environments with up to 10K psi
NewTek recently designed its 100th custom LVDT position sensors with a vented body and modified lead lengths to address the unique operating specifications for a downhole drilling application. Venting NewTek’s NT-R high-temperature sensor ensured reliable performance in a downhole drilling tool that operated in a high-shock environment with pressures up to 10,000 psi and temperatures […]
