In today’s world, industrial, consumer and even medical sectors are adopting digitalization to collect sensor data. While certain devices are fitted with analog-to-digital converters, the market demands increased accuracy, smaller size, higher versatility and lower prices as data is used for more precise controls. To meet this emerging need, TE Connectivity has designed the TSYS03, […]
Safety torque sensor for integrated and improved functional safety in collaborative robots
To address the growing demand for safe collaborative robots in manufacturing, TE Connectivity (TE) has designed a safety torque sensor with integrated and improved functional safety, including increased accuracy and speed, in the next generation of human-robot collaboration. TE’s ring-shaped safety torque sensor, which can be integrated at each cobot joint, meets the new level of safety requirements up to ISO13849 […]
Sensification of personal healthcare requires specific components — A holistic approach
When developing sensification systems for personal healthcare, monitoring, and diagnoses, designers need to consider many factors that contribute to the integrity of a sensed signal and to the ability of a system to operate reliably, regardless of the environment. The sensor itself needs to be non-invasive and comfortable to wear, while being accurate and stable […]
TE Connectivity completes acquisition of Silicon Microstructures Inc.
Measurement Specialties Inc., a subsidiary of TE Connectivity Ltd., completed the previously announced acquisition of Silicon Microstructures Inc. from Elmos Semiconductor AG on September 30. SMI’s micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) sensor technology design and manufacturing capabilities, with TE’s operational scale, customer base and existing sensors technologies into a more comprehensive global sensing solutions offering for customers. […]
Sensors and the future of food tech
Scientists and research engineers are developing technologies to boost food yield economically and efficiently in order to feed the world’s growing population. New ideas continue to emerge as the scientific community devotes time and energy in solving this problem. One futuristic approach involves creating an ideal environment for growing food in the air without soil, […]
TE Connectivity to acquire First Sensor AG
TE Connectivity Sensors Germany Holding AG of TE Connectivity Ltd. Will purchase First Sensor AG, a provider of sensing solutions based in Germany. TE Holding, TE, and First Sensor have also entered into a business combination agreement which outlines parameters to facilitate the combination. The management board and supervisory board of First Sensor welcome and, […]
Understanding IP Ratings for LVDT linear position sensors
IP (ingress protection) ratings classify the level that a sensor is protected against infiltration by foreign materials such as dust and water. The first digit of the IP rating indicates the protection level against solids entering a sensor while the second one notes moisture resistance (Table 1). While a zero designates that there is no […]
New TE Sensor Solutions Catalog Now Available
TE Connectivity (TE) announced a new catalog highlighting its broad portfolio of sensor technologies. The catalog also profiles markets served and wide range of applications. TE categorizes its products into 18 sensor type sections. Each section is introduced with a brief description followed by simple product tables and specifications. Unique features, certifications and applications are […]
TE Connectivity to Acquire Measurement Specialities, Inc.
TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Measurement Specialties, Inc. (NASDAQ: MEAS) for $86 cash per share or a total transaction value of approximately $1.7 billion (including assumption of net debt). Measurement Specialties, a global designer and manufacturer of sensors and sensor-based systems with expected revenue […]
