http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty Sensors Specialty Markets 2008-05-17T17:34:09Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Belimo-and-Tridium-to-Develop-Next-Generation-VAV-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517446?ref=25 The system will combine temperature control, wired and wireless communications options, and a software platform for developing, deploying, integrating, and managing pervasive device applications at the lowest level. 2008-05-16T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517446null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Nano-Proprietary-and-NanoReady-Announce-Strategic-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517444?ref=25 The initial focus of the partnership will be volume production of copper nanoparticles for inks used in electronics, solar cell, and printed circuit board applications. 2008-05-16T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517444null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Onset-Offers-Renewable-Energy-System-Monitoring/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517445?ref=25 The Web-based solution provides real-time remote access to performance data from green roofs, solar-power systems, wind turbines, and other similar types of systems. 2008-05-16T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517445null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Five-Star-Introduces-New-Conductive-Polymer-Thick-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517277?ref=25 The ElectroSperse P-series silver-based conductor pastes allow lower-cost printing of electrodes and interconnects for displays and touch screens. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517277null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/DOE-Awards-Grant-to-Applied-Nanotech/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517276?ref=25 The government will fund efforts to develop an improved sensor for monitoring CO2 in geologic subsurface structures to ensure safe retention. 2008-05-15T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517276null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/Major-Oil-Company-Expands-Trial-Use-of-ESIrsquos-F/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517012?ref=25 The instrument will be used to understand the presence and content of water to optimize oil production in installations operating in Alberta Canada. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517012null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Role-of-Sensors-in-Automotive-Applications-to-Grow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517010?ref=25 The Frost & Sullivan report "Advances in Sensors for Automotive Applications" predicts an expanding market, driven by growing regulatory demands and decreasing costs. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517010null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/RMS-and-Splinternet-Form-Alliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/517011?ref=25 The two companies will collaborate on the development of defensive systems that integrate video technology and radiological-detection devices to thwart dirty bomb attacks. 2008-05-14T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/517011null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/DOE-Awards-Grant-to-Applied-Nanotech/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516793?ref=25 The government will fund efforts to develop nanoparticle inks and processes used to print photovoltaic cells for use in solar cell applications. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/516793null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Thin-Film-Batteries-Move-Toward-Commercialization/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516792?ref=25 The Frost & Sullivan report "Advances in Thin-Film Batteries" has also identified growing interest in replacing conventional batteries with thin-film batteries in applications such as RFID tags, sensors, smart cards, and labels, as well as portable devices. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/516792null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Avago-Introduces-Ultra-Small-RF-Amplifier/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516794?ref=25 Measuring 1 mm by 0.5 mm by 0.25 mm, the VMMK-2x03 takes up 5% of the volume and uses only 10% of the board area of a standard SOT-343 package. 2008-05-13T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/516794null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/GE-Fanuc-Awarded-1-Million-Contract-by-Macawber-Be/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516323?ref=25 The technology company will provide controller and HMI systems to the material-handling facilities in India to address the region's need for pollution control and energy conservation. 2008-05-12T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/516323null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Saint-Barnabas-Medical-Center-Converts-to-Masimo-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516322?ref=25 The hospitalwide conversion achieves technology and sensor standardization, creates process efficiencies, and reduces costs. 2008-05-12T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/202008/516322null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/FLIR-Introduces-Low-Cost-Thermal-Imaging-Camera/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516042?ref=25 The system is targeted at emerging thermography markets. 2008-05-09T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/516042null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Wireless-Sensor-NetworksmdashSolutions-and-Market-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516041?ref=25 The Research and Markets study reports on current trends and the future prospects of the technology that promises to revolutionize the way we live, work, and interact with the physical environment. 2008-05-09T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/516041null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Firms-Announce-Breakthrough-in-the-Manufacture-of-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516040?ref=25 Sunovia and EPIR have discovered a method to rapidly produce the material, which will greatly reduce the cost of high-efficiency solar cells and night-vision detectors and cameras. 2008-05-09T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/516040null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Second-Generation-Vision-Based-Driver-Assistance-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515688?ref=25 STMicroelectronics and Mobileye deliver system-on-chip implementations that take the active safety concept to a new level by increasing processing power six fold. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/515688null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/RF-Digital-Announces-Wi-Fi-Module-with-Years-of-Ba/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515684?ref=25 The low power consumption of the RFD21715 is based on GainSpan's GS1010 SoC. The module also offers AES encryption, TCP/IP (IPv4), UDP, DHCP, and SNMP, which provides for remote device configuration and management. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/515684null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Arch-Rock-and-Cisco-Chair-New-Internet-Engineering/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515683?ref=25 The group has been chartered to bring interoperable IP routing to low-power wireless networks used to connect large numbers of sensors and other embedded assets. 2008-05-08T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/515683null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Augusta-Systems-Releases-EdgeFrontier-40/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515421?ref=25 The middleware enables the creation and management of intelligent enterprise networks, featuring data from sensors and other edge assets. The enhancements in the software's latest version include additional data-integration options and more robust event-processing capabilities. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/515421null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/New-Cell-Based-Sensors-Sniff-Out-Danger/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515420?ref=25 Researchers from the University of Maryland's Clark School of Engineering are collaborating on the development of sensors-on-a-chip technology that incorporates the sensory capabilities of biological cells. The new sensing devices are to be used to detect a wide variety of harmful substances, from explosive materials to biological pathogens. 2008-05-07T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/515420null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/ADI-Introduces-High-Bandwidth-Mems-Based-Vibration/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514646?ref=25 The ADXL001 provides reliable, continuous system-performance monitoring without interrupting normal operation of the equipment and meets the cost criteria of industrial applications. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/514646null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Freescale-Named-No-1-Chipmaker-of-Automotive-Indus/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514648?ref=25 A Strategy Analytics report finds the global automotive semiconductor market grew by 9.2% in 2007, to $19.3 billion, and Freescale commands 10.3% of that growing market. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/514648null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Streetlight-Grid-Turned-into-Back-Haul-Network/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514135?ref=25 The ZigBee-enabled BrownBetty system uses a mesh network with nodes placed on existing streetlight infrastructure to create a backhaul communication network. 2008-05-02T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/514135null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/ICON-Releases-Global-Research-Needs-Assessment/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514136?ref=25 The report details the findings of two international workshops, involving a diverse group of stakeholders, to define research needs for predicting nanotechnology's risks. 2008-05-02T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/514136null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Worldrsquos-Smallest-Java-Based-Computers-to-Debut/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514137?ref=25 Sentilla's Perk Kit pervasive computing kit allows developers to create Java applications for tiny wireless computers used for low-power, large-scale wireless networks. 2008-05-02T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/514137null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Smart-Greenhouse-Research-Partnership-Unveiled/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513953?ref=25 Kent State University, Cleveland Botanical Garden, partner to investigate the use of liquid crystal technology for more efficient greenhouses. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513953null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Feature+Articles/A-Novel-Fiber-Optic-Fluid-Interface-Sensor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515036?ref=25 This article presents the proof-of-principle of a new sensor capable of detecting the position of the interface between two fluids. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/515036null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/Fiber-Optics-For-Environmental-Sensing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514657?ref=25 A staple of the oil industry, distributed temperature sensing (DTS)—capable of measuring temperature along a length of fiber-optic cable—is finding utility in environmental monitoring, helping researchers to tease out the hydrology of streams, air flow in valleys, and health of glaciers. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/192008/514657null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/USGS-Collects-Data-to-Aid-Afghanistan-Reconstructi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513950?ref=25 Scientists from the USGS conducted an airborne survey of the country to provide natural resource and hazard identification. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513950null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/SUSS-MicroTec-Signs-License-with-Philips-Research/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513464?ref=25 Company to commercially develop a new nano imprinting technology: substrate conformal imprint lithography (SCIL). 2008-04-30T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513464null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/First-Universal-Affordable-Smart-Label-Chip/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513463?ref=25 IDS-SL13A RFID chip from IDS Microchip lowers price barrier by up to a factor of 10; opens multiple new markets for automatic data-logging/tracking systems. 2008-04-30T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513463null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Augusta-Systems-Technologies-Power-Smart-Grid-Proj/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513016?ref=25 Allegheny Power uses new, intelligent communications and control network to enable the next generation of electric utility systems. 2008-04-29T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513016null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/ICx-Technologies-Awarded-49-Million-RampD-Contract/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513014?ref=25 Company will finish prototype development for system to rapidly detect and identify bioterrorism threats under the Department of Homeland Security's "Detect to Protect" Project. 2008-04-29T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513014null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Avnet-Memec-austriamicrosystems-Ink-Distribution-P/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513013?ref=25 Under the agreement, Avnet Memec will provide distribution of austriamicrosystems' products in North America. 2008-04-29T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/513013null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Frost-Reviews-European-Research-into-Pervasive-Com/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512739?ref=25 Frost & Sullivan analyzes the projects funded through the EU's Research policy in pervasive and ubiquitous computing; field to have widespread impact on multiple areas. 2008-04-28T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/512739null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Fiennes-to-Carry-Personal-Locator-Beacon-to-Everes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512740?ref=25 Sir Ranulph Fiennes will carry one of Digital Angel's McMurdo Personal Locator Beacons on his climb of Mt. Everest. 2008-04-28T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/512740null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/VDC-Reviews-Industrial-Wireless-Monitoring-Market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512738?ref=25 The company's market research finds that the industrial wireless monitoring and control market is shifting to the use of standard networks; predicts that standards-based wireless products will make up 56.5% of the market by 2012. 2008-04-28T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/182008/512738null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Intelligent-Parking-Lot-System-Introduced/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512386?ref=25 Radiocrafts and Innovative Technologies announce their ZigBee-based wireless system for parking lots; system alerts drivers to closest empty parking spots. 2008-04-25T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/512386null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/NASA-Ames-Partners-with-m2mi-for-Small-Satellites/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512385?ref=25 Large numbers of the very small satellites (nanosats) will be placed into low Earth orbit to provide a new telecommunications and networking system. 2008-04-25T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/512385null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/ID-Systems-Acquires-PowerKey/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512383?ref=25 Launches PowerKeyPLUS entry-level product line for wireless industrial vehicle management. 2008-04-25T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/512383null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/RFM-Reallocates-Resources-to-Further-Initiatives/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512139?ref=25 Company announces restructuring/consolidation; plans continued investment in delivering M2M. 2008-04-24T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/512139null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Tactex-Sensors-in-TRIL-Research-Project/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512140?ref=25 Large-scale floor sensor systems will be used for independent living research. 2008-04-24T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/512140null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/ST-to-Highlight-Sensor-Wireless-Convergence/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511915?ref=25 STMicroelectronics' booth demonstrations and conference presentation at M2M Forum 2008 will emphasize enablers for the Internet of Things. 2008-04-23T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511915null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Foundry-Networks-Joins-the-Interop-Vendor-Alliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511913?ref=25 Collaboration promotes stronger relationship with Microsoft and Alliance members to simplify interoperability and enhance ROI with customers implementing Microsoft and Foundry systems. 2008-04-23T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511913null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Luna-Awarded-Shape-Sensing-in-Underwater-Arrays/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511917?ref=25 Luna Works with Office of Naval Research in "DADS" sensor array enhancement. 2008-04-23T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511917null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Fortress-to-Aid-Development-of-Ad-Hoc-Wireless-Net/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511720?ref=25 Company to Partner With Naval Sea Systems Command on $1.4 Million Grant Program to develop a prototype mobile ad hoc wireless network. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511720null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/GreenPeak-Powers-Wireless-Greenhouse-of-the-Future/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511719?ref=25 Kronos selects GreenPeak's low-power mesh technology for mobile harvesting carts. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511719null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Analog-Devices-Expands-Energy-Metering-Portfolio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511722?ref=25 ADE51xx and ADE55xx system-on-chip energy metering solutions increase RAM and program memory to serve more demanding global metering communications protocols. 2008-04-22T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511722null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Joint-Research-Announced-for-Alcatel-Lucent-ETRI/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511410?ref=25 Alcatel-Lucent has signed a MOU to establish research activities with the Korean Ministry of Knowledge Economy's Electronics and Telecommunications Research Institute. 2008-04-21T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511410null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Itron-and-Silver-Spring-Networks-Announce-Partners/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511411?ref=25 Technology integration extends OpenWay AMI platform to support IP-based Smart Grid networking. 2008-04-21T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511411null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Wholesale+%26+Retail/Omnitrol-Croop-LaFrance-Partner-for-Tracking/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511409?ref=25 The two companies have announced a partnership to provide RFID-based tracking solutions for aerospace and defense industries. 2008-04-21T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511409null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/ThingMagic-and-InnerWireless-Announce-Strategic-Pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511003?ref=25 The alliance will develop active/passive RFID systems that leverage standards-based technologies for unified asset visibility and document management. 2008-04-18T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/511003null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Omnitrol-Adds-IBM-RFID-Software-to-Work-In-Process/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511002?ref=25 The solution integrates data from sensors, RFID readers, mobile handheld devices, and other shop floor equipment to improve monitoring of the supply chain, inventory, manufacturing, shipping, and delivery of products. 2008-04-18T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/511002null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/ISSYS-Awarded-Microtube-and-Microfluidic-Device-Pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510686?ref=25 The utility patent describes a new method of forming micromachined tubes to produce Coriolis mass flowmeters, density and chemical concentration sensors, drug infusion systems, and fuel-cell concentration sensors. 2008-04-17T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510686null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Sybase-iAnywhere-Updates-RFID-and-Sensor-Computing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510687?ref=25 RFID Anywhere 3.5 includes updated developer tool support, connectors for more devices, and enhanced mobility features. 2008-04-17T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510687null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Rajant-Announces-New-High-Performance-Mesh-System/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510685?ref=25 The portable BreadCrumb LX delivers high bandwidth and resiliency for critical applications through a dual-radio architecture that uses both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz unlicensed frequency bands. 2008-04-17T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510685null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/GE-Fanuc-Announces-QuickPanel-View-Integrated-Comm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510453?ref=25 Enhancements allow greater connectivity with a broader array of devices, bridging the gap between the enterprise and the plant floor. 2008-04-16T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510453null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/NACEL-Deploys-Advanced-Wind-Assessment-Systems/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510452?ref=25 Starting with its Blue Creek and Channing Flats Power Projects, the company is deploying wind-energy measurement and assessment systems to bring 80 MW of new wind power online by 2010. 2008-04-16T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510452null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Ford-Looks-to-Nanotechnology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510450?ref=25 The automaker plans to leverage commercial applications of the technology in the areas of specialty metals, plastic composites, thermal materials, coatings, and sensors to improve the performance and fuel economy of its vehicles. 2008-04-16T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510450null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Conductive-Silver-Inks-Market-to-Reach-24-Billion-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510187?ref=25 NanoMarkets' report quantifies the opportunities for silver inks in both traditional applications and in RFID, photovoltaics, displays, sensors, and lighting. 2008-04-15T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510187null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/GE-Security-Announces-Interoperability-Initiative/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510186?ref=25 The effort will focus on the development of an open security communications protocol and the promotion of technology integration. 2008-04-15T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/510186null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/TI-Introduces-24-GHz-ZigBee-Wireless-Network-Proce/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509997?ref=25 The device simplifies ZigBee design and reduces time to market by separating the application code from the networking component of the systems. 2008-04-14T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/509997null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/LIOS-to-Provide-Temperature-Sensing-for-Oil-and-Ga/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509996?ref=25 A major operator in the Far East awarded a five-year contract to the German high-tech firm for its optical fiber-based systems for use in downhole monitoring deployments at onshore oil and gas wells. 2008-04-14T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/509996null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Opto-Circuits-Completes-Acquisition-of-Criticare-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509999?ref=25 The Indian manufacturer and developer of medical devices will incorporate Criticare as a wholly owned subsidiary. 2008-04-14T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/162008/509999null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Airbus-Selects-IBM-and-OATSystems-for-Manufacturin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509652?ref=25 The two companies will provide software for an RFID project that will streamline Airbus' supply chain and manufacturing operations and reduce its production and maintenance costs. 2008-04-11T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509652null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/GE-Fanuc-Closes-Loop-Between-Production-and-Mainte/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509655?ref=25 The Proficy Maintenance Gateway improves asset reliability by reducing failure rates and increasing production uptime. 2008-04-11T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509655null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/MEMSmdashA-Rising-Tide-of-New-and-Innovative-Appli/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509651?ref=25 ABI Research's report "MEMS Accelerometers" examines the technology and provides an in-depth market forecast that tracks both positive and negative forces. 2008-04-11T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509651null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Datacon-Joins-EMCsup3Dsup-Consortium/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509364?ref=25 The manufacturer of die-bonding and -sorting equipment will contribute to the development of cost-effective 3D Thru-Silicon-Via interconnects for chip stacking and advanced MEMS/sensors packaging. 2008-04-10T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509364null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/Ball-Aerospace-Satellite-Begins-Eleventh-Year-on-O/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509359?ref=25 The GFO spacecraft's mission data has greatly enhanced knowledge of ocean circulation, wave height, and sea and glacier ice. 2008-04-10T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509359null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/FLIR-Acquires-Ifara-Tecnologias/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509357?ref=25 The transaction adds Ifara's middleware sensor platform, known as Nexus, to FLIR's portfolio. The turnkey solution offers connectivity and integrated control of a variety of sensors. 2008-04-10T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509357null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Axcess-Introduces-Smart-Wireless-Sticker/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509203?ref=25 The Dot-based wireless device provides automatic item identification, location, data logging, and condition sensing for items up to a 1000 ft. away. 2008-04-09T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509203null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Powering-Wireless-Sensor-Systems/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509200?ref=25 Research and Markets reports on energy harvesting, micro batteries, and power management integrated circuits. 2008-04-09T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509200null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Sensors-Conference-Explores-Cutting-Edge-Trends-an/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509202?ref=25 James McLurkin, MIT roboticist, inventor, and researcher, will present the keynote address, titled "Engineering Creativity: Exercises for the Right Brain." 2008-04-09T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/509202null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Avago-Offers-Ultra-Small-FETs-for-Wireless-Applica/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508455?ref=25 The field effect transistors leverage innovative chip-scale packaging to reduce the size of the device, delivering high-frequency operation and superior thermal dissipation. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/508455null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/Crossbow-Ships-New-Wireless-Crop-Monitoring-System/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508454?ref=25 The ēKo Pro Series features simple deployment and real-time monitoring. Nontechnical users can easily set up or add new sensors and nodes and access live data from any remote location. 2008-04-08T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/508454null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/Sunovia-and-EPIR-Announce-IR-Sensor-and-Solar-Cell/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508143?ref=25 The technology and manufacturing developments result in cost reductions that further enable the use of IR sensors in large commercial markets and provide a new paradigm for multi-junction solar cells. 2008-04-07T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/508143null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/IBMrsquos-New-Software-Expands-Benefits-Derived-fr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508141?ref=25 WebSphere Premises Server 6.1 allows businesses to manage multiple sensor technologies on a single platform, supports real-time location-tracking services, and allows companies to establish business rules that act upon sensor information. 2008-04-07T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/152008/508141null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/GE-Releases-Next-Generation-RH-and-Temperature-Sen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507787?ref=25 The ChipCap provides a simpler, lower cost integrated relative humidity and temperature solution for HVAC, automotive, medical and appliance industries. 2008-04-04T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507787null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Environmental/Winland-Announces-Wireless-Environmental-Monitor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507786?ref=25 The EnviroAlert EA800 lets you monitor up to 8 distinct sensors (4 wireless and 4 hardwired) and includes data logging. 2008-04-04T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507786null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Worldwide-Ultra-Low-Power-Market-Research/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507784?ref=25 ULP Market is projected to reach over 200 million units by 2010 according to the report 'Energy Harvesting, Micro Batteries and Power Management ICs.' 2008-04-04T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507784null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/31-Million-SatCom-Order-for-Comtech-Telecommunicat/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507602?ref=25 The U.S. Army's satellite communication equipment order will use Comtech Telecommunications' enhancement proxies to improve TCP transmissions over satellite links. 2008-04-03T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507602null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/InHand-Develops-Atom-based-Small-Embedded-System/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507601?ref=25 The new Intel Atom processor-based platform opens up the world of possibilities for handheld battery operable devices built with InHand systems. 2008-04-03T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507601null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Sensor-Platforms-Extends-Reach-of-Location-Aware-D/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507603?ref=25 New company is set to enable the next wave of location-aware, motion-sensing personal electronic devices. 2008-04-03T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507603null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Medical+Devices/InterSense-Motion-Tracking-Used-in-Cyberpsychology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507258?ref=25 Université du Québec en Outaouais has installed InterSense's IS-900 wireless motion tracking system into its Psyche six-sided immersive display used for virtual reality based therapeutic research. 2008-04-02T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507258null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/BAE-Systems-to-Implement-Micromemrsquos-Patented-T/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507256?ref=25 Company will integrate Micromem's nanosensor technology into its military platforms and products to enhance magnetometers and over-the-horizon threat detection systems. 2008-04-02T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507256null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Cisco-Integrates-Augusta-Systems-Technologies/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507257?ref=25 Augusta Systems technologies intelligently integrate sensor and system data into the Cisco Open Platform for Safety and Security; Cisco platform improves communication and collaboration for government agencies to protect assets, employees, and citizens. 2008-04-02T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507257null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/GE-Fanuc-Intelligent-Platforms-Acquires-MOST/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507033?ref=25 Acquisition of MTL Open Systems Technology (MOST) product lines increases GE Fanuc's process market offerings with MTL's safety-related I/O and controllers. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507033null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Feature+Articles/Linear-Avalanche-Photodiodes-Enable-Single-Photon-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511426?ref=25 Single photons are elementary particles that are arguably the most tangible, yet some of the most difficult to detect and characterize as single entities. Techniques to count single photons require optical detectors with linear operation, high gain, wide bandwidth and low noise. This article will describe a variety of approaches to detect and count single photons, the key measurement metrics, and potential applications of single photon sensors. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511426null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Tendril-Completes-12-Million-in-Series-B-Funding/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507034?ref=25 Investment should secure the company's leadership position in the energy management market. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/507034null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Monitoring-Temperature-in-a-Geothermal-Bridge/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511430?ref=25 A Canadian bridge uses a novel technique to keep its roadbed clear of black ice. Designers testing the concept chose an Internet-enabled DA system to allow them to track the multiple temperatures and strains involved. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/172008/511430null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Arch-Rock-Unveils-First-Enterprise-Class-WSN/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506571?ref=25 'PhyNet' platform offers Internet-like scalability, resiliency using new router designed for IP-based wireless sensor networks (WSNs). 2008-03-31T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/506571null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Bell-Industries-Agrees-to-Sell-SkyTel-Division/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506567?ref=25 Velocita Wireless will pay $8.0 Million for the SkyTel's M2M pager and telemetry business. 2008-03-31T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/142008/506567null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Engineering+%26+Architecture/Atalum-Introduces-New-ZigBee-Commissioning-Tool/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506335?ref=25 GREENtool 2.5 Gives installers and integrators single tool to grow, upgrade and merge ZigBee Networks. 2008-03-28T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/506335null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Gainesville-Teams-With-Axon-and-SAP/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506334?ref=25 Axon's Business Transformation approach will provide Gainesville Regional Utilities with SAP's World Class Business Suite. 2008-03-28T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/506334null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/R%26D/Pratt-amp-Whitney-Establishes-University-Partnersh/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505908?ref=25 The engineering partnerships will focus on design, development of state-of-the-art gas turbine propulsion systems. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/505908null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Reportlinkercom-Forecasts-High-Growth-in-CBM/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505907?ref=25 High growth forecasted for the world machine condition monitoring equipment market. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/505907null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Wholesale+%26+Retail/u-blox-GPS-Powers-LandAirSea-Miniature-GSM-Based-T/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505518?ref=25 The 8100G offers GSM network operability in addition to GPS for real-time vehicle tracking. 2008-03-26T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/505518null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/AirSprite-Intros-WirelessHART-OEM-Acceleration-Pro/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505516?ref=25 AccelerATE gives field device instrument suppliers quick path to wireless support and compliance for their product lines. 2008-03-26T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/505516null HTML http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/Utilities/Degree-Controls-Enhances-Data-Center-Efficiency/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505194?ref=25 Web-Based platform allows customers to record data center energy and cooling trends. 2008-03-25T04:00:00Z http://specialty.sensorsmag.com/sensorsspecialty/data/articlestandard/sensorsspecialty/132008/505194null HTML