Sensors
TRW Develops Green Driver Airbag Modules
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp has developed a range of driver airbag modules made of regenerative plastic material, which offers a number of environmental benefits. The Company is the first to develop the new, greener module where components, including the airbag cover and retainer plate, are now made from a new, bio-based material.
TRW Announces First Contract for Active Buckle Lifter Seat Belt Technology
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp today announced the first production contract for its Active Buckle Lifter (ABL) seat belt technology. The contract is with a major European vehicle manufacturer and will start production in 2013. The system will be launched on the rear seats, but is also available for front seat applications.
Current-sensor IC combines high accuracy with 120 kHz bandwidth and 3.3 V operation
The new ACS716 from Allegro MicroSystems Europe is an open-loop Hall-effect current-sensor IC that provides an accuracy and bandwidth performance that is near to that of closed-loop devices. The new device, which features a bandwidth of 120 kHz and is optimised for 3.3 V supply operation, is designed to provide an economical and precise solution to current-sensing applications in industrial, commercial and communications systems.
Autoliv Introduces “Green” Airbag Inflator
Autoliv Inc has developed a completely new concept for inflating airbags that is more environmentally friendly and more cost efficient than traditional inflator technologies. In addition, it reduces the inflator's weight by 20% compared to most inflators for the intended application.
Acuity Brands Launches Wall Switch Sensor with Convertible Neutral/Ground Connection for Meeting NEC 2011 Neutral Requirements
Acuity Brands, Inc., is pleased to introduce the new patent-pending WSD NGX (Neutral/Ground Exchangeable) wall switch sensor as an addition to its Sensor Switch line of occupancy sensors. This new sensor provides an innovative and contractor-friendly solution to meet the neutral/ground wiring requirementsunder the 2011 National Electric Code (“NEC 2011”) without having to purchase a dedicated unit.
TI introduces world’s first configurable NDIR gas sensing and pH sensing AFEs
Texas Instruments Incorporated today introduced two configurable analog front ends (AFE) that provide an easy-to-use, modular solution for bridging the gap between the microprocessor and sensor. Design engineers can dramatically reduce their development time by using a single AFE across multiple nondispersive infrared (NDIR) gas sensor and pH sensor platforms instead of designing several complex discrete solutions.
Honeywell announces new SS39ET subminiature Linear Hall Effect Sensor IC
Honeywell is extending its Linear Hall-effect Sensor Integrated Circuits (IC) product line with the addition of the new SS39ET Series to its SS49E and SS59ET portfolio of low-cost Linear Hall-effect devices. The SS39ET Series are designed to monitor magnetic fields from a permanent magnet or an electromagnet.
Honeywell launches new RTY hall effect sensor for harsh industrial & transport applications
Honeywell today introduces its RTY Series Hall-Effect Rotary Position Sensors that provide a cost-effective rotary position sensor solution with a variety of options (e.g., sensing range, pinout, voltage) that allow customers to customize the sensor configuration to meet their specific application needs, especially those in harsh environments.
Infrared Temperature Sensor with Right Angled Sensing Head and Protective Plastic Window
Calex has been approached by a leading manufacturer of food processing equipment with a specific requirement for non-contact infrared temperature measurement. The CI5234, a special sensor based on the existing two-piece PyroCouple M, is designed specifically for this customer's requirements. It has features that also make it ideal for many other applications.
Keyence unveils IV Series of vision sensors
With this new sensor, Keyence makes vision sensors accessible to everyone. Affordable, quick start-up and easy to use: no need to be an expert. This new solution is highly reliable and covers 80% of vision systems requirements, making it a beneficial alternative to one or more sensors when detection needs to follow a moving target.