Scientists at the U.S. Army Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center are researching armored vehicles made with built-in sensors that automatically report when they are damaged. The aim is to give troops real-time situational awareness of the health, condition and structural integrity of their vehicle’s armor. Currently, the standard procedure is to go out […]
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Vision Sensors Built for Harsh Environments
Banner Engineering Corp. introduces the PresencePLUS P4 IP68-rated, sealed OMNI vision sensor. Featuring a compact, yet durable nickel-plated aluminum housing, the P4 Sealed OMNI vision sensor withstands demanding wash-down conditions – as well as dust and debris common in harsh-duty environments – with the use of an integrated ring light or lens cover. The P4 […]
NEW ISOLATION VALVES ADDED TO GEMS FAMILY
Gems Sensors & Controls announced their new K Series inert isolation solenoid valves. Constructed from chemically inert materials such as: PTFE, ETFE, EPDM, FKM, FFKM, PEEK, PPS and PSU; the K Series of isolation valves is an excellent choice for any application requiring various levels of chemical resistance and/or sample purity. Liquid Chromatography, Gas Analyzers […]
Single Photon Detector
The SQLightSensor is an ultra low noise near infrared Single Photon Detector based on a Geiger-mode InGaAs avalanche photodiode and an internal thermoelectrically cooler. The SQLightSensor includes a Geiger-mode InGaAs avalanche photodiode (APD) and a thermoelectrically cooler (TEC) that ensures high detection efficiency up to 25%, low dark count (5.10-6 per ns gate), high speed […]
Low Power Requirements – High Temperature Ratings
The Low power requirements on the Microchip Technology Inc. sensor doesn’t keep the MCP9804 Temperature Sensor from providing a high temperature accuracy of +0.25° C (typical) and +/- 1° C from -40 to +125°C, as well as static current consumption of just 200 µA. Many temperature-sensing designs require the use of several external components, making […]
Meters Perform Sophisticated Calculations
The new PAXDR Dual Rate Meter from Red Lion provides real-time viewing of dual input rates, paired with sophisticated math functions to measure and display the sum, difference, ratio, draw or percentage of total between the two rates. PAXDR is a 5-digit dual rate indicator and 6-digit dual totalizer that monitors mission-critical factors such as […]
DNA Nanosensor Detects Disease
A portable instrument based on an ultrasensitive nanoscale sensor could detect bacteria in minutes, helping to catch infectious diseases early and prevent their spread. The simple, low-cost device should be available within three years, says Benjamin Miller, professor of dermatology and biomedical engineering at the University of Rochester Medical Center, and codeveloper of the sensor. […]
Absolute Encoders from Stegmann
DAYTON, OH – SICK STEGMANN, INC. introduces AFS60 Singleturn and AFM60 Multiturn Absolute Encoders. With the help of a simple programming tool, users, system integrators and distributors can self-configure any programmable version of the AFM/AFS60 via a PC or laptop in seconds, without the need for an external voltage supply. Resolutions up to 262,144 singleturn […]
KC Signal Conditioners
TWINSBURG, OH – Pepperl+Fuchs introduces KC Signal Conditioners. With a slim 12.5mm wide footprint the KC modules are the most compact signal conditioners available today, with low power consumption that reduces heat output when compared with competitive signal conditioners. This makes them an ideal signal conditioning option in control rooms with limited space in both […]
Iris Recognition Sensor Gets a Speed Boost
Smart Sensors Limited, a spin-out from the University of Bath, UK, has introduced version 2 of its MIRLIN software toolkit, enabling security system developers to create iris recognition systems capable of 2 million matches per second, four times faster than other current technologies. Functions include image acquisition, enrollment, and verification or determination of identity (ID) […]
