Sensors
Wireless torque sensor model features shunt calibration
TECAT Performance Systems has announced the release of the WISER 2030-S, the first version of the company's wireless torque sensor to feature shunt calibration. The WISER 2030-S will simplify instrumentation verification for users while allowing them to check calibration of the system in the field.
Digital humidity sensors integrate contamination protection
At SENSOR+TEST 2016, E+E Elektronik will present the EEH110 and EEH210 digital humidity and temperature sensors for the first time. The integrated E+E proprietary coating protects the sensors from pollution and enables excellent long-term stability, even under harsh conditions. Several interfaces and supply voltages (3 or 5V) allow for easy integration of the accurate RH/T sensors in a wide range of applications.
Efficient gas flow measurements in bypass
Measuring gas flow in applications requiring high precision and cost-efficiency is a challenge. Experience in recent years has shown that microthermal flow sensors are superior to other technologies. Industries with exacting demands, such as automotive and medical technology, have recognised that microthermal gas flow sensors give their products decisive advantages.
Tall dome transmissive optical sensors suit automotive applications
Vishay Intertechnology has introduced two AEC-Q101-qualified surface-mount transmissive optical sensors for automotive and industrial applications. Offered in a compact 5.5x4x5.7mm package, the Vishay Semiconductors single-channel TCPT1600X01 and dual-channel TCUT1600X01 feature an increased dome height compared with previous-generation devices.
Infineon increases safety & efficiency in trucks
Radar systems in trucks and construction vehicles play an important role in increasing the safety of road transport. Because they monitor blind spots, alert drivers if they come too close to other road users and automatically initiate the braking process in case of emergency. Radar systems make it safe to drive in columns with short following distances.
Positioning system will spot early stage Parkinson's disease
A positioning system adapted for use in fire rescue operations will soon be tested on senior citizens in Sweden as a way to spot signs of early stage Parkinson's disease and other mobility problems. Inside the heel of a boot, advanced sensors designed at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm make it possible for emergency operations commanders to follow smoke divers' exact movements in any building — even 25 metres below groun...
Sensor measures pressure, humidity and temperature
The MEAS MS8607-02BA01 pressure, humidity, and temperature (PHT) combination sensor from TE Connectivity (TE) is now being shipped by distributor Mouser Electronics. The fully factory-calibrated combination sensor measures pressure from 10 to 2,000 millibar (mbar), relative humidity (RH) from 0 percent to 100 percent, and temperature from -40 to +85 degrees Celsius (-40 to +185 degrees Fahrenheit). The compact 5 × 3 ×&n...
How many Sensors are in a drone? What do they do?
MEMSIC has announced the availability of a whitepaper that spotlights and explains the various types of sensors and sensing technologies found in a typical drone product. The whitepaper’s infographic pinpoints the locations of the various sensors typically found in a drone and the whitepaper explains what they do.
Nanotechnology for gas sensing
A team of scientists from the University of Exeter have created a type of device that could be used to develop cost-effective gas sensors. The pioneering team, which includes two second year Exeter undergraduates, have created a type of device that emits light in the infrared part of the spectrum. Many important gases strongly absorb infrared light and this characteristic absorption can be used as a way of sensing them.
ALPS commences mass production of digital pressure sensor
ALPS has added a low current consumption model to its HSPPAD series of digital pressure sensors suitable for integration into smartphones, tablets and wearable devices. The 'HSPPAD042A' digital pressure sensor is available in mass production.