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RTD Temperature Sensor Measures Challenging Process Environments

Baumer's RTD temperature sensor — available in front-flush and immersion-sleeve models — combines stringent hygienic standards with high chemical resistance.

USB Type-C? There's a Load Switch IC for That

Toshiba's TCK30x series load switch ICs support USB Type-C and can automatically isolate a system from a faulty source or load.

How Do Robots Learn? They Watch How-To Videos

Researchers are teaching robots to watch instructional videos – then come up with some step-by-step instructions to perform a particular task.

Optoelectronics Deal Struck Between Two Chinese Firms

The agreement will help the two companies compete on the global MEMS stage.

Shining a Light on Quantum Dots

Quantum dot technology is winning momentum in the display market. Could it happen in lighting too?

LeddarTech to Demo ADAS Lighting Technology at CES

The company’s sensor modules can be used in headlamps, rear lamps or side view mirrors.

New Driverless Car Tech Teaches Machines to “See”

University of Cambridge researchers have developed two new systems for driverless cars that can identify a user's location and orientation in places where GPS does not work well.

Teardown: Apple - iPhone 6S (A1688)

The iPhone 6S has 3D Touch that senses how deeply a user presses the display, which is designed to let the user do all kinds of essential things more quickly and simply.

300mm MEMS Vapor HF Etch Release System Installed at European Research Institute

The system will be used to create a new family of sensors and actuators

Axial Fan Has Efficient Design

The ebm-papst W2E200 and W2E250 axial fan packages are powered by an electronically commutated brushless DC motor to improve efficiency.

Dual LCD Widescreen Multisync Desktop Monitors Released

NEC’s latest LCD displays come with ControlSync allowing for control of up to six displays in multi-monitor configuration

Echodyne Unveils Metamaterials Based Radar Antenna

MESA lowers both cost and weight of radar antenna

Low Pass Harmonic Filters Offer Sharp Roll-Off

Harmonic filters exhibit low insertion loss.

MIT Researchers Unveil New Techniques to Build MEMS at One-Hundredth the Cost

A central component used in desktop fabrication can be built using a 3-D printer.

Single-chip Solution for Ultrasonic Water Flow Metering

Complete hardware/firmware solution streamlines water meter development. Ultra-low power consumption allows for up to 20 years' operation on a single AA battery.

Telensa Helping U.K. City to Convert to Wireless LED Streetlights

Using its wireless platform, the LED lights can be completely controlled by the city council for events and emergencies.

The Drones Are Taking Over CES 2016: A Look at This Year’s Exhibitors

As CES 2016 approaches, let’s take a look at the unmanned systems exhibitors that will display the latest technology from January 6 to January 9 in Las Vegas.

Small LED Step Light Released for Military and Commercial Industries

Night vision light emitting diode (LED) lighting manufacturer Blue Wolf has introduced a new LED step light designed for illuminating steps, instrumentation or small cargo service areas.