Turck LI inductive linear position sensor
29 November, 2012 | Supplied by: Turck Australia Pty LtdThe LI inductive linear position sensor is suitable for closed-loop control applications. It has new electronics architecture that increases the effective output rate of the sensor from 1 to 5 kHz.
Stretchable electronics
12 November, 2012Sensors and other electronics are usually made of rigid and stiff material such as metals and plastics - they cannot be stretched, twisted or thrown and should be handled with care. But that is about to change with the advent of stretchable electronics.
Women in electronics - making a difference
05 November, 2012 by Mike Smyth, specialist technical writerUsing an outdated mobile phone and a simple sensor to measure respiration rates, an Australian student is showing how electronic engineers can contribute to society.
Fluke Ti105 and TiR105 thermal imagers
22 October, 2012 | Supplied by: Fluke Australia Pty LtdThe Ti105 helps plant technicians, HVAC/R professionals and electricians maintain and inspect electrical and mechanical equipment and components.
Developing the next generation of microsensors
19 October, 2012 by Kimm FesenmaierTo move to the next level of personal navigators electronics engineers need the next generation of microsensors.
150°C surface temperature sensors
11 October, 2012 | Supplied by: TDK AustraliaTDK NTC temperature sensors have optional types with lug terminals for the measurement of surface temperatures from -40 to +150°C.
FEAS MSM3 motor motion controller
07 September, 2012 | Supplied by: Automated Control Pty LtdMotor motion controller suitable for dirty, harsh, humid and high vibration environments.
Plessey Semiconductors PS25203 EPIC sensor
28 August, 2012 | Supplied by: Glyn LtdPlessey Semiconductors’ Epic sensor technology claims low-cost, reliable detection systems for several automotive applications.
Banner Engineering EZ-Light K50 touch
16 July, 2012 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty LtdThe EZ-Light K50 touch allows users to change light from green to red with the touch of a finger, hand or whole palm - with bare hands or work gloves - for bright, clear indication.
Tandem encoders give two axes and one power input
21 May, 2012 by Mark Howard, Zettlex*‘Tandem Encoder’ is a new term but one which is increasingly being used by mechanical and electrical designers. Mark Howard of Zettlex* explains what a tandem encoder is, how it works, its technical features and where it is best used.
austriamicrosystems TSL4531 ambient light sensor
16 May, 2012 | Supplied by: Arrow Electronics Australia Pty Ltdaustriamicrosystems has introduced its TSL4531 ambient light sensor family, which enables daylight harvesting for intelligent lighting systems and luminaires.
Heart monitor in a wristwatch
04 May, 2012A heart rate monitor has been released using EPIC sensor technology and is the same size as a wristwatch.
Sensirion differential pressure sensor range
28 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Soanar LimitedThe digital and analog differential pressure sensors from Sensirion offer high accuracy and resolution, especially at low differential pressures.
Turck Q42 uprox+ proximity sensor
08 March, 2012 | Supplied by: Micromax Pty LtdA long-range inductive proximity sensor using FDA-rated materials for washdown applications is available in a top-facing and front-facing model.
Vishay Intertechnology VCNL4010 optical sensor
05 March, 2012Vishay Intertechnology has broadened its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of a fully integrated proximity and ambient light optical sensor, featuring a power saving interrupt function.
