Soft sensor for robots mimics human skin
10 March, 2021Researchers have developed a soft tactile sensor with skin-comparable characteristics. A robotic gripper with the sensor mounted at the fingertip could accomplish challenging tasks.
Heavy rain affects object detection by LiDAR sensors
05 March, 2021Researchers found that as the rain intensity increased it became more difficult for the sensors to detect objects.
Top five innovative printed/flexible sensor technologies
24 February, 2021 by Dr Matthew Dyson, Technology Analyst | Supplied by: IDTechExPrinted/flexible sensors can measure a wide range of parameters and can be employed in emerging applications, including IIoT, wearables, automotive interiors and smart buildings.
Sensirion environmental sensors
24 February, 2021 | Supplied by: Mouser ElectronicsSensirion is a designer and manufacturer of flow and environmental sensors, useful for applications including air purification, indoor air quality monitoring and carbon dioxide detection.
Vision-guided artificial skin gives robots a sense of touch
15 February, 2021Researchers have constructed a 3D vision-guided artificial skin for robots that enables tactile sensing with high performance, opening doors to several applications.
Jorjin Technologies MM5D91-00 mmWave radar motion sensor module
03 February, 2021 | Supplied by: Arrow Electronics Australia Pty LtdThe MM5D91-00, manufactured by Jorjin Technologies, is an integrated millimetre-wave (mmWave) radar-sensing solution based on Infineon's XENSIV mmWave radar chip.
Renesas ZMOD4410 waterproof IAQ sensor
17 December, 2020 | Supplied by: Renesas ElectronicsThe firmware-configurable ZMOD4410 sensor features a hermetically sealed package that protects the sensor from water and dust with a hydrophobic and oleophobic material that is permeable to humidity and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) at the same time.
Deep learning enables more accurate motion tracking
03 December, 2020Researchers from Tohoku University have developed a new sensing method that makes tracking movement easier and more efficient.
IoT still strong in difficult times
30 November, 2020 by Joseph Zulick* | Supplied by: MRO Electric and SupplyIf your concerns are around the risks of COVID-19 and the proximity of your co-workers, then you needn't worry about the benefits of IoT and IIoT.
ST and Qualcomm collaborate on sensor solutions
27 November, 2020 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSTMicroelectronics is developing innovative software solutions using technology from Qualcomm Technologies.
'Talking' cars could save lives on Victorian roads
24 November, 2020Digital communication technologies allowing cars to intelligently interpret their surroundings and alert drivers to potential hazards could reduce vehicle crashes by up to 78%.
People-counting sensor deploys artificial intelligence
20 November, 2020 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSTMicroelectronics and Schneider Electric have collaborated to integrate artificial intelligence into a high-performance people-counting sensor.
Würth Elektronik WSEN-HIDS humidity sensor
09 November, 2020 | Supplied by: Wurth Electronics Australia PtyThe MEMS sensor delivers calibrated measurement results with accuracy of ±3.5% RH in the 20–80% RH humidity range, with outputs at a data rate in the millisecond range.
Hysteresis-free performance for soft sensor material
04 November, 2020Tactile Resistive Annularly Cracked E-Skin (TRACE) is claimed to be five times better than conventional soft materials, making it suitable for various sensor applications.
IBASE VINO2100 intelligent face mask and body temperature detection
30 October, 2020 | Supplied by: Backplane Systems Technology Pty LtdIBASE's VINO2100 is an intelligent face mask and body temperature detection system powered by Intel OpenVINO-based iVINO AI recognition software.
