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  • Fundamentals of FBG optical sensing
    Electrical sensors have, for decades, been the standard mechanism for measuring physical and mechanical phenomena. Despite their ubiquity, these sensors have inherent limitations such as transmission loss and susceptibility to electromagnetic interference (noise) that make their usage challenging or impractical in many applications.
Feature (2)
  • Smart wardrobe helps you dress
    Researchers from the University of South Australia's Wearable Computer Laboratory developed a garment-integrated electronic technology that can tell what you last wore, where you've worn it, what accessories you wore and when you last washed it
  • Chair changes colour with human touch
    Furniture that uses sensors and wireless technology to change colour when sat on is claimed to make sitting more comfortable and people feel wonderful
Product (14)
  • Maxim MAX44000 optical sensor
    Maxim has introduced the MAX44000, a low power digital ambient light and infrared proximity sensor that detects light like a human eye. It is suitable for touch screen applications, including smartphones, portable devices, industrial sensors and presence detection.
  • Banner Engineering TM18 EZ-BEAM compact photoelectric sensor
    Banner Engineering has introduced the latest version of its TM18 EZ-BEAM compact photoelectric sensor for use in heavy duty environments. The TM18 has a nickel-plated, die-cast zinc metal housing and epoxy encapsulated electronics. Rated IP69K, it provides good durability and resistance in harsh sensing environments, especially in high pressure washdown applications.
  • Renesas PH5551A2NA1 digital ambient illuminance sensor
    Renesas has released its digital ambient illuminance sensor, the PH5551A2NA1 that detects the brightness of ambient light and sends a corresponding signal to a device such as a microcontroller.
  • Vishay VCNL4000 optical sensor demo kit
    Vishay has introduced a demo kit for its VCNL4000 fully integrated proximity and ambient light optical sensor.
  • Banner Engineering iVu Plus touch screen ethernet vision sensor range
    The next generation of Banner Engineering’s iVu touch screen vision sensor family, the iVu Plus, adds ethernet connectivity and more advanced inspection capabilities to the iVu’s platform.
  • Seiko Instruments S-5855A LED sensor
    Seiko Instruments has released the S-5855A series, a PWM (pulse width modulation) output temperature sensor IC for LED lighting designs. The device begins to decrease the duty ratio of PWM signal output when the temperature exceeds the specified value.
  • Micromax Sensors & Automation World-Beam QS30 range
    Micromax Sensors & Automation has added two mid-range adjustable-field sensors to Banner Engineering’s World-Beam QS30 family.
  • Banner Engineering AG4 safety laser scanner
    The AG4 safety laser scanner from Banner Engineering is designed to deliver safety, simplicity and versatility in a single, compact optical device.
  • Banner Engineering iVu Remote Touch Screen Display
    The iVu Remote Touch Screen Display, part of Banner Engineering’s image sensor series, gives easy-to-apply vision inspection to hard-to-access areas, including sealed work cells, cleanrooms or other certified areas.
  • Osram Opto Semiconductors SFH 5712 ambient light sensor
    The SFH 5712 from Osram Opto Semiconductors is a low-voltage digital ambient light sensor that converts light intensity to digital signal output capable of direct I2C interface, detecting ambient brightness in the same way the human eye does.
  • Confocal sensors
    Bestech has released the optoNCDT 2403 confocal chromatic sensor. With an external diameter of 8 mm, the device is similar to the optoNCDT 2402 range of miniature sensors.
  • Multi-purpose PLC
    Micromax Sensors & Automation has released Unitronics’ Vision 130, a 1/4 DIN, all-in-one PLC and HMI equipped with optional ethernet, improved processor and diverse I/O options.
  • Optical sensors
    Osram Opto Semiconductors’ two SMT proximity sensors (SFH7740 and SFH7741) use distance measurements to detect a mobile device’s operating status without physical contact to the sensor itself.
  • Three-wire sensor option
    MTS Systems has enhanced its C-Series core sensor with a three-wire option that provides manufacturers with additional design alternatives in wet environments.
News (10)
  • Company targets strong growth in optical sensing markets
    Redfern Integrated Optics has secured an additional $7.5 million in funding which will help the company target growth in optical sensing markets. Led by Southern Cross Venture Partners, the round also included Tallwood Venture Capital and Jolimont Capital as investors.
  • Distribution agreement announced
    Digi-Key Corporation and Ledil have signed a worldwide distribution agreement.
  • Printed and organic sensor market to reach $2.3 billion
    The market for printed and organic sensors will reach $2.3 billion by 2015, according to a study by NanoMarkets LC. The report is the next in the firm's ongoing coverage of thin film, organic and printed electronics.
  • Clothing that cares
    Imagine wearing a smart T-shirt or a suit that can notify you of your day’s schedule, or store music for you, or monitor your heart and respiratory functions wirelessly.
  • Global distribution deal signed
    Digi-Key Corporation and Airpax have entered into a worldwide distribution agreement.
  • Pressure sensors in the eye
    Sensors can monitor production processes, unmask tiny cracks in aircraft hulls and determine the amount of laundry in a washing machine. In future, they will also be used in the human body and raise the alarm in the event of high pressure in the eye, bladder or brain.
  • Report projects printed electronics market
    Markets for displays, signage, lighting, RFID tags, sensors, solar panels, batteries and other products manufactured using printing technology will reach $30.1 billion by 2015, according to a report from NanoMarkets.
  • Sole distributor announced
    Mouser Electronics has announced it is the sole stocking distributor of the Avago Technologies small surface mount digital colour sensor.
  • Expanded distribution agreement
    Mouser Electronics has expanded its distribution agreement with Meder Electronic to include the global marketplace.
  • Licence for new imaging sensor
    MagnaChip Semiconductor and Silicon Hive have announced that MagnaChip Semiconductor has licensed Silicon Hive’s HiveFlex ISP 2200 series processor. MagnaChip has integrated the HiveFlex ISP 2200 processor into a new imaging sensor, the MC531EA.
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