Adding touch interaction to any object, surface or space
05 February, 2018 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSilicon chips from semiconductor company STMicroelectronics have enabled the creation of zForce AIR touch-sensing modules.
A diamond-based sensor the size of an atom
02 February, 2018Researchers are developing an atom-sized quantum sensor that will be able to measure the tiny magnetic fields we can expect to see in the next generation of hard discs.
HERE supports intelligent vehicles with safety suite, telematics
15 January, 2018HERE Technologies has announced its safety services suite for intelligent vehicles, as well as its work to develop a telematics solution for autonomous vehicles.
Qeexo and STMicroelectronics accelerate OEM adoption of FingerSense technology
12 January, 2018 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdQeexo and STMicroelectronics have announced a collaboration to further accelerate integration of Qeexo's FingerSense technology by OEMs.
Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley Bulletin 871FM inductive proximity sensors
19 December, 2017 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaThe Allen-Bradley Bulletin 871FM miniature, metal, flat-pack, inductive proximity sensors from Rockwell Automation are rugged, smart sensors built for harsh environments.
Leuze electronic Global Beam 15 series photoelectric sensors
15 December, 2017 | Supplied by: Leuze electronic Pty LtdLeuze electronic has introduced the latest member of its Global Beam family with the compact sensors of the 15 series in an IP67 housing. The series is suitable for the detection of objects in industrial environments.
'World's smallest sensor' will never need replacement batteries
05 December, 2017 | Supplied by: Fujitsu AustraliaFujitsu Laboratories claims to have created the world's smallest sensor — a device that supports low-power wide-area (LPWA) technology and will apparently never need replacement batteries.
IDT FS1012 and FS2012 MEMS-based flow sensor modules
30 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Mouser Electronics (Hong Kong) LtdThe FS1012 and FS2012 modules, from Integrated Device Technology (IDT), are high-performance flow rate sensor modules suitable for both liquids and gases.
Touch-sensitive robot acts as a real-time avatar
09 November, 2017Japanese researchers have developed a robotic arm that serves as a real-time avatar for a remotely located user, to whom it transmits sound, vision and highly sensitive feelings of touch.
Moore Industries THZ3 Dual Input Smart HART Temperature Transmitter with Associated Intrinsically-Safe (AIS) option
08 November, 2017 | Supplied by: Moore IndustriesMoore Industries has announced the compact THZ3 Dual Input Smart HART Temperature Transmitter in DIN rail mount housing with Associated Intrinsically-Safe (AIS) sensor connections. The AIS option enables direct connection of sensors located in hazardous areas since it includes an internal intrinsically safe barrier in the front end of the transmitter.
Enabling fastener torque auditing and certification
13 October, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdTake apart any electronic device from the past or present and you'll encounter a myriad of screws and bolts. Consistent torque application is key for these products to meet promised specifications.
Turning off the TV with a cup of tea: join the remote control revolution
04 October, 2017Lancaster University researchers have developed gesture control technology that allows body movement, or movement of objects, to be used to interact with screens.
RF Digital RFD77402 Simblee time-of-flight (ToF) sensor module
29 September, 2017 | Supplied by: Mouser Electronics (Hong Kong) LtdThe RFD77402 Simblee Internet of Things (IoT) 3D time-of-flight (ToF) sensor module, from RF Digital, integrates an embedded light sensor, vertical cavity surface emitting laser (VCSEL) driver, microcontroller and onboard memory to provide distance mapping and 3D imaging technology.
Pick the torque sensor for your servo motor in three easy steps
26 September, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdAt the heart of many automated assembly platforms and robots is an electric motor. If the motor is the heart, then the brain is the controller and closed loop control system.
Silicon Labs CPT212B and CPT213B TouchXpress capacitive touch controllers
15 September, 2017 | Supplied by: Mouser Electronics (Hong Kong) LtdSilicon Labs' CPT212B and CPT213B TouchXpress capacitive touch controllers provide a fast and easy way for design engineers to add low-power capacitive touch interfaces to embedded designs.
