Unlike conventional sensing technologies, ultrasonic technology is not adversely affected by the type of material to be detected, the color or shape of the detection target, or the environmental conditions during detection. Suitable for packaging machines, material handling, and machine tools, ultrasonic sensing is based on the detection of a high frequency ultrasonic wave reflected […]
Toposens launches TS3 ultrasonic sensor
Toposens recently announced the release of their current flag-ship product TS3, a 3D ultrasonic sensor suitable for a range of applications in the autonomous systems market that require a strong need for reliable object detection and situational awareness. In comparison to common ultrasonic sensors, which usually measure the distance only to the closest reflecting surface, […]
New ultrasonic sensor from Pepperl+Fuchs
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the new UCC*-50GK series ultrasonic sensor. Only two sensor versions are required for covering a range of applications. Intended for distance measurement, the UCC*-50GK uses ultrasonic pulses to measure the distance to the target and reports information through one of three sensor outputs. Versatile configuration options make the sensor incredibly adaptable. The UCC*-50GK […]
P53-80-D18 ultrasonic sensor in completely encapsulated housing
Hoffmann + Krippner is proud to announce the availability of the new model P53-80-D18. This new compact (45mm long and 18mm diameter) ultrasonic sensor is said to be smallest ultrasonic sensors on the market worldwide and is designed for use in harsh environmental conditions as well as in hygienic applications. Due to the special housing construction […]
How do surgeons navigate inside a patient’s body? Part 1 of 2
Until the invention of X-ray technology, doctors had no way of determining what was happening inside a patient without the use of surgical tools. X-ray still is one of the first steps toward identifying many body ailments. However, determining if a blockage, restriction, stone, hemorrhage, cancer or other abnormality is present also involves many other […]
How do local regulations play into autonomous vehicles?
At CES 2017, Cason Grover, Senior Group Manager, Vehicle Technology Planning for Hyundai Motor America explains the need to be aware of local regulations for every area where an autonomous would be driving. For example, even though the on-boar sensors can detect a pedestrian, dealing with pedestrians in cross walks is one situation that is […]
Sensing in the Tesla Model X
Similar to many high-end models, the Tesla Model X uses camera, radar and sonar sensors to provide the driver with real-time feedback to help avoid collisions. The vehicle also has parking sensors and blind spot warning. This is not uncommon in high-end and even medium-priced vehicles. What’s unique is the sensing in the doors. Even […]
