Bob Scannell of Analog Devices shows off the ADIS16407 iSensor IMU (inertial measurement unit) which integrates a tri-axis gyroscope, tri-axis accelerometer, tri-axis magnetometer and a pressure sensor into a single package. Each sensor in the unit combines the company’s iMEMS technology and signal conditioning to optimize the IMU’s 10- DoF (degrees-of-freedom) dynamic performance.
Automotive/Transportation
Garmin buys German navigation co to expand in Europe
Garmin Ltd said it bought Germany-based navigation provider Navigon AG for an undisclosed sum as it looks to expand in Europe and improve its position against archrival TomTom. Garmin and Dutch navigation and digital map maker TomTom have been struggling to fend off competition from Google Inc and Nokia, which offer free navigation on mobile […]
Myriad Alien Dalvik Shifts Up a Gear to Power the Connected Car
Myriad Group AG announces it is in discussions with leading companies in the automotive industry to extend Android to the connected car. Recently launched at Mobile World Congress 2011, Alien Dalvik is the latest in Myriad’s recent Android innovations. Alien Dalvik enables the majority of Android applications to run unmodified on a much wider range […]
Luxology’s modo the Driving Force Behind Futuristic New Car
Research on the road to green car
The European Parliament had an opportunity to see progress made in the European Green Car Initiative (EGCI) on 31 May 2011. Many of the automotive firms involved in EGCI projects exhibited their latest vehicles, while a workshop reported to MEPs of the Science and Technology Options Assessment (STOA) Committee. The EGCI was launched as part […]
Power Module Targets Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation recently launched a new transfer molded power module (T-PM) designed predominantly for hybrid and electric vehicle applications. The J-Series T-PM, incorporating Mitsubishi Electric’s proprietary technology which ensures power loss reduction, is asserted to offer a lifespan 30 times longer than industrial power modules and is also completely lead (Pb) free, including the […]
Smart Parking Sensor Platform Saves Motorists Time and Fuel
Libelium, a technology leader in wireless sensor networks, announced the launch of its Waspmote-based Smart Parking platform. The new Smart Parking sensor – part of Libelium’s Smart Cities solution – is designed to be buried in parking spaces and to detect the arrival and departure of vehicles. The Smart Parking platform will allow system integrators […]
Gas Temperature Sensor Features Foul Proof Probe Tip
The Sensor Connection introduces the EGT Diesel Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor featuring an enclosed foul proof probe tip that permits operation in bio-fuel and diesel engine applications. Manufactured in the U.S. from high temperature Inconel and 316SS, this type K thermocouple can withstand extreme conditions, making it ideal for use in R&D and testing as […]
Intense Interest in Energy Harvesting for Electric Vehicles
Two forthcoming events in Germany reflect the intense interest in energy harvesting for electric vehicles. Energy Harvesting & Storage Europe 2011, 21-22 June covers many forms of harvesting for other applications as well and drills into the technology, investment and other aspects of harvesting in general. On the other hand Electric Vehicles Land, Sea & […]
3D Systems Expands Technical Partnership With Lotus Renault GP Formula One Team
3D Systems Corporation announced the expansion of its technical partnership with Lotus Renault GP Formula 1 team following last year’s refresh of its SLA(R) production printer fleet at the Advanced Digital Manufacturing (ADM) Centre in Enstone, England. The Lotus Renault ADM Centre supports its entire Formula 1 design, wind tunnel testing, full-scale applications and production […]
