In this issue of ECN, read about the latest advancements in automotive technology, a collaborative section that deals with medical electronics, and an editorial that calls attention to our waning property rights as consumers. Check it out here.
Applications
Speed Sensor Is Suitable for Harsh Environments
Cherry’s GS102301 geartooth speed sensor is suitable for any application where rugged, dependable speed sensing is required. Tested to SAE J1455, this digital output Hall effect speed sensor is self-adjusting over a wide range of magnetic flux densities, eliminating the need to optimize the sensor position within a small magnetic flux operating range. This feature […]
Sofradir & ULIS? infrared technologies on display in IFV systems at US military conference AUSA 2010
Sofradir, a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced infrared (IR) detectors for military, space and industrial applications, and its subsidiary ULIS, a leading IR vision specialist making cost-effective uncooled thermal sensors for commercial and military applications, announced today that infrared technologies from both firms will be on display on a Nexter VBCI, a French Infantry […]
Xsens releases wireless 3D motion tracker
The Xsens MTw™ wireless body-area network system will be shown for the first time at the Neuroscience 2010 conference (November 13-17, 2010) in San Diego, USA at booth #2635. The MTw™ is a small, highly accurate, wireless inertial 3D motion tracker. It sets a new standard for ambulatory 3D kinematic measurement systems – building on […]
Ecliptek introduces new quartz spread spectrum quick turn oscillators
These new products further enhance Ecliptek’s extensive offering of quartz and MEMS based frequency control products. The new 3.3VDC EPSA13 (5mm x 7mm) and EPSA23 (3.2mm x 5mm) series are available in frequencies up to 200.000MHz while the 2.5VDC EPSA12 (5mmx7mm) and EPSA22 (3.2mm x 5mm) series are offered up to 166.000MHz. These series of […]
Imec sets up R & D activity in Taiwan
ITIC’s goal is to expedite applied research projects with industry and academia that will result in electronic designs, components and technology solutions. The new R&D centre will focus on a variety of innovative applications in bioelectronics, MEMS and “green” electronics that are enabled through 3D system-package co-design and system-level evaluation. The worldwide impact of the […]
Caci wins VA contract for $91 million
Data management company Caci International Inc. said on Monday that it has won a $91 million contract to with the Department of Veterans Affairs to help consolidate the medical records of Armed Forces members. The five-year contract has a $91 million ceiling. The work involves developing a database for use by all health providers in […]
IR expands family of automotive directFET2 power MOSFETs with system scalability
According to the company, the automotive-qualified DirectFET2 devices offer overall system level size and cost reductions along with superior performance and efficiency when compared to traditional standard plastic packaged components. Featuring a PCB footprint 60% smaller than a D2Pak, the AUIRF7738L2 and AUIRF7737L2 DirectFET2 devices deliver exceptionally low on-state resistance (RDS(on)), while the AUIRF7736M2 features […]
TDI introduces new 4.1kW, 28V liquid cooled DC-DC converter
The technology uses a cold plate to wrap the electronics with cooling liquid in a sealed package that enables efficient management of waste heat at very high power densities. The cooling liquid employed is either water or a mixture of water and ethylene glycol (anti-freeze). By using standard converter modules powered from a typical 370Vdc […]
Linear Positioning Stages Feature Moving Magnet Voice Coil Technology
Linear positioning stages featuring moving magnet voice coil technology from H2W Technologies offer high resolution (from 50 nanometers), zero cogging, high speed, high acceleration (to 5 gs), high repeatability, and long life. The compact linear positioning stages can be mounted horizontally or vertically and are ideal for short stroke positioning applications requiring high acceleration, high […]