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A New Multi-Pixel Metal-Oxide Gas Sensor with an I2C Interface in a Small Package

A New Multi-Pixel Metal-Oxide Gas Sensor with an I2C Interface in a Small Package

Sensirion touts long-term stability and increased robustness from their new SGP metal-oxide gas sensor, which is aimed at indoor air quality applications.


News Nov 13, 2017 by Nick Davis
What Some Big Cities are Doing About Driverless Cars

What Some Big Cities are Doing About Driverless Cars

Urban planning has to better account for developments in autonomous vehicles.


A New Analog Accelerometer for Industrial Applications

A New Analog Accelerometer for Industrial Applications

Some accelerometers are designed for industrial applications, and some are easier to use than others.


News Nov 09, 2017 by Nick Davis
MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

More natural and immersive user interfaces will allow sensors to cater to a myriad of new applications.


News Nov 06, 2017 by Majeed Ahmad
Advanced Sensor Solutions Increase Cost Effectiveness for Energy Harvesting

Advanced Sensor Solutions Increase Cost Effectiveness for Energy Harvesting

ams introduces a sensor solution for IoT applications operating under harsh conditions.


Can This Skin Sensor Give Robotics and Prosthetics a Delicate Touch?

Can This Skin Sensor Give Robotics and Prosthetics a Delicate Touch?

Researchers at the University of Washington have designed a 'skin' sensor to give robots and prosthetics more sensitivity for precision tasks.


News Oct 28, 2017 by Tim Youngblood
Teardown Tuesday: Motion-Activated Trail Camera

Teardown Tuesday: Motion-Activated Trail Camera

In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look at the inner workings of a trail camera!


News Oct 17, 2017 by Alex Udanis
DARPA’s New Infrared Smart Sensor Can Operate with “Near-Zero” Power Consumption

DARPA’s New Infrared Smart Sensor Can Operate with “Near-Zero” Power Consumption

A research team from Northeastern University has created a near-zero power consumption sensor at standby.


News Oct 15, 2017 by Zabrel Holsman
Night Flight: Giving Drones Night Vision to Operate in Darkness

Night Flight: Giving Drones Night Vision to Operate in Darkness

Currently, under FAA rules, drones can only be operated during day-time hours, and within "civil twilight" hours, typcially 30 minutes before or after the sun sets.


News Sep 29, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Mini Air Compressor by Suaoki

Teardown Tuesday: Mini Air Compressor by Suaoki

In this teardown, we unscrew screws and disconnect plastic pieces to reveal the magical innards of this mini air compressor.


News Sep 26, 2017 by Nick Davis
IoT/WT World Innovation Competition Pushes Creativity in Tech Applications

IoT/WT World Innovation Competition Pushes Creativity in Tech Applications

The Innovation World Cup Series is a collection of competitions targeting developers and "technpreneurs" to foster the development of open innovation.


News Sep 22, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Gas Leak Detector

Teardown Tuesday: Gas Leak Detector

In this Teardown Tuesday we are going to take a look at the insides of a gas leakage detector. This device is designed to detect the presence of halogen gases.


News Sep 19, 2017 by Alex Udanis
4 Modern Devices that Bring Star Trek Technology to Life

4 Modern Devices that Bring Star Trek Technology to Life

The newest addition to the franchise, Star Trek Discovery, will be airing this month. In anticipation, here are a few Star Trek technologies and how they compare to today’s available tech.


News Sep 17, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
New SDP3x Differential Pressure Sensor from Sensirion Allows Precise VTOL Functionality for Drones

New SDP3x Differential Pressure Sensor from Sensirion Allows Precise VTOL Functionality for Drones

Sensirion’s SDP3x differential pressure sensor offers high sensitivity at low airspeeds—in the smallest package on the market.


How Pairing Drones with AI, the IoT, and RFID Tracking Is Making Business More Efficient

How Pairing Drones with AI, the IoT, and RFID Tracking Is Making Business More Efficient

Mixing and matching tech domains can produce some amazing results and sophisticated solutions to today’s problems.


News Sep 04, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Solar Powered Ultrasonic Dog Repellent

Teardown Tuesday: Solar Powered Ultrasonic Dog Repellent

In this teardown, we examine the innards of the solar-powered ultrasonic dog repellent, complete with solar panel and PIR sensor.


News Aug 29, 2017 by Nick Davis
ams and ROHM’s Contributions to the Color Sensor Makeover for Mobile Devices

ams and ROHM’s Contributions to the Color Sensor Makeover for Mobile Devices

A new breed of color sensors is taking integration to a new level with more robust white color balancing capabilities and display management features.


News Aug 29, 2017 by Majeed Ahmad
A Look at SpaceX’s Systems for Launching and Landing Falcon 9 Rockets

A Look at SpaceX’s Systems for Launching and Landing Falcon 9 Rockets

SpaceX’s goal of making reusable rockets to drastically cut down the costs of space flight is coming to fruition.


News Aug 28, 2017 by Tim Youngblood
What Advances in Dual Sensor Smartphone Technology Mean for 3D Imaging

What Advances in Dual Sensor Smartphone Technology Mean for 3D Imaging

From Samsung to Apple, device manufacturers are striving to optimize security and functionality with dual sensor cameras.


Teardown Tuesday: IR Thermometer

Teardown Tuesday: IR Thermometer

Lets take a look at the insides of an infrared thermometer.


News Aug 22, 2017 by Alex Udanis