http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto Sensors Automotive 2008-05-13T18:07:52Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Fanuc-Awarded-1-Million-Contract-by-Macawber-Be/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516326?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/202008/516326null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/FLIR-Introduces-Low-Cost-Thermal-Imaging-Camera/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516049?ref=25 The system is targeted at emerging thermography markets. 2008-05-09T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/516049null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Wireless-Sensor-NetworksmdashSolutions-and-Market-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/516048?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/516048null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Second-Generation-Vision-Based-Driver-Assistance-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515680?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/515680null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Arch-Rock-and-Cisco-Chair-New-Internet-Engineering/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515679?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/515679null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Augusta-Systems-Releases-EdgeFrontier-40/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/515424?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/515424null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/ADI-Introduces-High-Bandwidth-Mems-Based-Vibration/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514640?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/514640null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Freescale-Named-No-1-Chipmaker-of-Automotive-Indus/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514641?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/514641null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Micronas-Offers-Hall-Effect-Sensors-with-PWM-and-S/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/514642?ref=25 The digital connectivity enables reliable data transfer in harsh automotive environments. 2008-05-05T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/192008/514642null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/MTS-Signs-Agreement-to-Acquire-SANS-Group/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513957?ref=25 Acquisition of the material testing company accelerates MTS' expansion in China. 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/182008/513957null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Analysis-of-World-Industrial-Robotics-Markets/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/513475?ref=25 Market research from Reportlinker.com surveys the world market for industrial robotics. 2008-04-30T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/182008/513475null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Avnet-Memec-austriamicrosystems-Ink-Distribution-P/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512982?ref=25 Under the agreement, Avnet Memec will provide distribution of austriamicrosystems' products in North America. 2008-04-29T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/182008/512982null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/ICx-Technologies-Awarded-49-Million-RampD-Contract/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512984?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/182008/512984null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Augusta-Systems-Technologies-Power-Smart-Grid-Proj/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512986?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/182008/512986null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Frost-Reviews-European-Research-into-Pervasive-Com/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512748?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/182008/512748null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/ID-Systems-Acquires-PowerKey/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512377?ref=25 Launches PowerKeyPLUS entry-level product line for wireless industrial vehicle management. 2008-04-25T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/512377null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/NASA-Ames-Partners-with-m2mi-for-Small-Satellites/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512378?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/512378null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Intelligent-Parking-Lot-System-Introduced/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/512380?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/512380null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Luna-Awarded-Shape-Sensing-in-Underwater-Arrays/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511908?ref=25 Luna Works with Office of Naval Research in "DADS" sensor array enhancement. 2008-04-23T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/511908null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/ST-to-Highlight-Sensor-Wireless-Convergence/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511907?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/511907null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Foundry-Networks-Joins-the-Interop-Vendor-Alliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511906?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/511906null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Omnitrol-Croop-LaFrance-Partner-for-Tracking/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/511407?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/172008/511407null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Omnitrol-Adds-IBM-RFID-Software-to-Work-In-Process/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510992?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510992null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Savi-Launches-SmartChain-50/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510995?ref=25 The platform's services-oriented architecture helps unify software systems in a common environment to enhance supply chain management. 2008-04-18T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510995null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/ThingMagic-and-InnerWireless-Announce-Strategic-Pa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510994?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510994null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Sybase-iAnywhere-Updates-RFID-and-Sensor-Computing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510695?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510695null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Ford-Looks-to-Nanotechnology/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510448?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510448null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Fanuc-Announces-QuickPanel-View-Integrated-Comm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510449?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510449null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Cognex-Expands-Manufacturing-and-Distribution-Cent/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510192?ref=25 The facility in Cork, Ireland, will be the center for shipping products to customers in Europe, Asia, and Japan, and help the company to be more responsive to its international customers, distributors, and partners. 2008-04-15T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510192null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/TI-Introduces-24-GHz-ZigBee-Wireless-Network-Proce/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/510002?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/162008/510002null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Fanuc-Closes-Loop-Between-Production-and-Mainte/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509650?ref=25 The Proficy Maintenance Gateway improves asset reliability by reducing failure rates and increasing production uptime. 2008-04-11T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509650null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/MEMSmdashA-Rising-Tide-of-New-and-Innovative-Appli/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509649?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509649null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/FLIR-Acquires-Ifara-Tecnologias/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509347?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509347null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Datacon-Joins-EMCsup3Dsup-Consortium/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509351?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509351null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Axcess-Introduces-Smart-Wireless-Sticker/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509196?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509196null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Sensors-Conference-Explores-Cutting-Edge-Trends-an/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509195?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509195null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Powering-Wireless-Sensor-Systems/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/509194?ref=25 Research and Markets reports on energy harvesting, micro batteries, and power management integrated circuits. 2008-04-09T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/509194null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Avago-Offers-Ultra-Small-FETs-for-Wireless-Applica/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508469?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/508469null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/IBMrsquos-New-Software-Expands-Benefits-Derived-fr/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508137?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/508137null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Fanuc-Launches-Proficy-HMISCADA-CIMPLICITY-75/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/508139?ref=25 The client/server-based visualization and control solution provides a reliable data foundation for manufacturing and process environments. 2008-04-07T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/152008/508139null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Worldwide-Ultra-Low-Power-Market-Research/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507779?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/142008/507779null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Releases-Next-Generation-RH-and-Temperature-Sen/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507780?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/142008/507780null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Sensor-Platforms-Extends-Reach-of-Location-Aware-D/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507605?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/142008/507605null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Fanuc-Intelligent-Platforms-Acquires-MOST/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/507030?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://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/142008/507030null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/SME-Launches-Lean-Registry/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506581?ref=25 First-of-its-kind social network connects lean practitioners throughout the world. 2008-03-31T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/142008/506581null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Reportlinkercom-Forecasts-High-Growth-in-CBM/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505905?ref=25 High growth forecasted for the world machine condition monitoring equipment market. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/132008/505905null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Analysis-of-MEMS-Test-Equipment-Market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505906?ref=25 According to research by Frost & Sullivan, the MEMS test equipment market is responding to need for low-cost products and end-user education. 2008-03-27T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/132008/505906null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/u-blox-GPS-Powers-LandAirSea-Miniature-GSM-Based-T/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/505524?ref=25 The 8100G offers GSM network operability in addition to GPS for real-time vehicle tracking. 2008-03-26T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/132008/505524null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/New-Cypress-CapSense-Express-Touch-Sensing-Solutio/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/504832?ref=25 New PSoC-based solution adds to industry's broadest offering from touch sensing leader; enables industry's easiest and fastest button and slider replacement in any system. 2008-03-24T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/132008/504832null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Next-Generation-of-Entrepreneurs-Introduced/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/504427?ref=25 The National Collegiate Inventors & Innovators Alliance (NCIIA) to showcase collegiate invention teams in Dallas, TX, at March Madness for the Mind. 2008-03-20T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/504427null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/MISTRAS-Group-Inc-Acquires-Integrated-Technologies/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/504426?ref=25 Acquisition adds iTi's NDT and condition assessment expertise for both nuclear and non-nuclear applications to the group's existing NDT portfolio. 2008-03-20T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/504426null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Fanuc-Introduces-Proficy-Workflow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/504082?ref=25 New SOA-based industrial business process management (BPM) software adds value to any existing ERP, MES and HMI system and enables manufacturers to integrate, digitize and streamline their processes. 2008-03-19T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/504082null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/AeroAstro-Awarded-12M-Contract/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/504084?ref=25 Globalstar will purchase additional sensor-enabled notification system appliqués from AeroAstro for its asset tracking network infrastructure. 2008-03-19T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/504084null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/DataDirect-Extends-Support-for-SOA-with-SDO-Standa/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503791?ref=25 Progress Software acquires data integration leader Xcalia; combination with operating company DataDirect Technologies strengthens support for standards-based data access. 2008-03-18T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/503791null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Portable-USB-Module-for-Sound-Vibration-DA/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503792?ref=25 Data Translation's DT9837A USB DA module is designed for sound and vibration analysis, providing four 24-bit IEPE sensor inputs and synchronized tachometer input in a palm-sized unit. 2008-03-18T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/503792null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Freescale-Intros-Microcontrollers-for-Automotive-M/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503541?ref=25 The S08SG family of highly integrated 8-bit microcontrollers is designed to reduce cost, board space, and power consumption for space-constrained body and chassis applications. 2008-03-17T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/122008/503541null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/CTS-Announces-Acquisition-of-Orion-Manufacturing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/503149?ref=25 The merger broadens CTS' customer base in targeted markets. 2008-03-14T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/112008/503149null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/New-Market-Research-on-Thin-Film-and-Printed-Batte/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502796?ref=25 NanoMarkets has released a white paper that discusses the value propositions emerging from this technology and examines applications in a number of areas, such as sensors, RFID tags, smart packaging, medical devices, and smartcards. 2008-03-13T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/112008/502796null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Synapse-Announces-Next-Generation-Wireless-Network/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/502468?ref=25 The new devices will provide users with instant-on wireless mesh networks. Users can add their own intelligence to wireless nodes without programming skills. 2008-03-12T04:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/112008/502468null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/TPMS-Will-Tell-You-If-Your-Tires-Are-Underinflated/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/501263?ref=25 The Tire Pressure Monitoring System's warning light indicates when pressure in at least one of the vehicle's tires has fallen 25% under the recommended pressure. The new feature can improve safety, prolong the life of tires, and reduce fuel consumption. 2008-03-07T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/102008/501263null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/SkyBitz-and-StarTrak-Launch-SkyBitz-Reefer-Control/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500315?ref=25 The joint venture's system monitors fleet refrigeration units, including parameters such as operating state, temperatures, alarms, battery condition, and fuel level, and delivers control functionality that enables remote adjustment of reefer temperature set points and alarms. 2008-03-04T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/102008/500315null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Freescale-Ships-300-Million-MCUs-to-Automotive-Ind/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/499948?ref=25 The company's S12 and S12X devices are designed to enable scalability, hardware and software reuse, and compatibility across a broad array of automotive electronics platforms. 2008-03-03T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/102008/499948null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Datastick-Ships-Smartphone-based-Spectrum-Analyzer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/499208?ref=25 The VSA-2215, designed for predictive maintenance and machine diagnostics, is a handheld vibration analyzer with integrated Internet-enabled smartphone in a single instrument. 2008-02-29T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/092008/499208null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/EUROTECH-SpA-forms-US-based-subsidiary/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/498866?ref=25 The new subsidiary, Eurotech Inc., will be formed through the merger of Applied Data Systems and Arcom. 2008-02-28T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/092008/498866null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Rockwell-To-Acquire-CEDESrsquo-Safety-Automation-B/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/498865?ref=25 CEDES division is a leading European safety light curtain and optoelectronic sensor supplier; deal enhances Rockwell's extensive machine safety portfolio. 2008-02-28T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/092008/498865null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Active-RFID-Market-Set-to-Grow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494963?ref=25 Active RFID will rise from 12.7% of the total RFID market this year to 26.3% in 2017, meaning a huge $7.07 billion market states latest report. 2008-02-27T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/092008/494963null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Freescale-Announces-Green-Design-Challenge-Finalis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494153?ref=25 Top ten will receive advanced Freescale tools to develop sustainable designs and compete for cash prizes totaling $61,000 in the company's green engineering design contest. 2008-02-25T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/092008/494153null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Pushing-Low-Cost-Sensors-to-Market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/493860?ref=25 NanoMarkets issues white paper predicts interest in ability to print large sensor arrays on flexible substrates for automotive, military, aerospace, and medical industries. 2008-02-22T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/082008/493860null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/NASA-Taps-INPROX-to-Develop-Advanced-Sensor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/493447?ref=25 INPROX Technology signs Space Act Agreement with NASA to develop silicon-carbide-based position sensors. 2008-02-21T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/082008/493447null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Augusta-Systems-Microsoft-Partner-for-RFID-Platfor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/492906?ref=25 Collaboration offers streamlined integration of data from sensors, video cameras, and other edge devices with the BizTalk Server RFID platform. 2008-02-20T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/082008/492906null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Freescale-Reaches-Powertrain-Milestone/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/492367?ref=25 Company ships more than 100 million power architecture controllers for advanced powertrain management. 2008-02-18T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/082008/492367null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Quallion-Presented-with-2007-Award-for-Technology-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/491839?ref=25 In the presentation, Frost & Sullivan recognized the company's novel Li-ion battery solid-polymer electrolyte technology. 2008-02-14T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/491839null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/GE-Sensors-Help-Control-Ventilation-in-Schools/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/491837?ref=25 The company has launched a Web page that offers studies on ventilation and resources to calculate expected benefits and savings. 2008-02-14T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/491837null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/OmniVision-Unveils-Ultra-Small-VGA-CameraChip-Sens/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/491840?ref=25 The OV7690's 1.75-micron OmniPixel3-HS architecture, combined with a unique, nonlinear micro lens shift technology, allows a significant reduction in distance between the sensor and the lens, enabling significantly reduced module height. 2008-02-14T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/491840null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/AMETEK-Acquires-Newage-Testing-Instruments/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/491688?ref=25 The hardness-testing equipment and technology provided by the acquisition complements AMETEK's growing product line of materials-testing technology. 2008-02-13T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/491688null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Avago-Ships-Energy-Efficient-Active-Bypass-Power-A/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/491277?ref=25 The units' innovative CoolPAM technology automatically reduces power-consumption needs and extends handset usage time. 2008-02-12T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/491277null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Corning-Extends-Fusion-Process-to-Touch-Screen-App/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/490882?ref=25 Scratch-resistant Gorilla glass provides an ultra-durable screen for handheld devices without compromising image quality. 2008-02-11T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/490882null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Global-General-and-SmartWear-Begin-Merger-Process/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/489968?ref=25 By signing a letter of intent, the two companies set a course that could lead to SmartWear becoming a wholly owned subsidiary of Global General, bringing with it scalable, proprietary RFID-, GPS-, and biometric-based security products and services. 2008-02-07T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/489968null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/SpeedInfo-Sensors-to-Provide-Seattle-with-Traffic-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/489969?ref=25 The deployment is part of the state's plan to relieve congestion in suburban areas. 2008-02-07T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/489969null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Indian-Institute-of-Technology-Purchases-MEMS-Focu/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/489742?ref=25 The research facility will use the EV Group's bond and mask aligner and wafer bonder in a new government-supported automotive micro-fabricated sensor R&D project. 2008-02-06T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/489742null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Aruba-Networks-Announces-New-Ruggedized-Access-Poi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/489740?ref=25 The explosion-resistant wireless LAN products are designed for outdoor and industrial applications and feature over-the-air configuration, high-power radios, mesh technology, and solar-power features. 2008-02-06T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/489740null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/AeroScout-and-Reva-Launch-Comprehensive-RFID-Solut/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/489246?ref=25 The partnership will combine active and passive technology to deliver a single platform to view and manage all enterprise assets, regardless of the asset being tracked or the technology used. 2008-02-05T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/489246null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Kurz-Kasch-Acquires-Macon-Electric-Coil/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/488980?ref=25 The acquisition will help Kurz-Kasch build a robust, industry-leading platform in the electromagnetic and coil-winding sector and expand its presence in China. 2008-02-04T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/488980null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Microbridge-Offers-Rejustor-Based-Signal-Condition/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/488982?ref=25 The single-chip bridge-sensor conditioner connects directly to the piezoresistive sensor to provide analog calibration, temperature-compensation, and amplification. 2008-02-04T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/062008/488982null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Wireless-Vibration-Sensor-to-Facilitate-CBM/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/488636?ref=25 MachineTalker's product will read, process signals from up to 6 sensors and communicate data into a wireless mesh network. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/052008/488636null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Feature+Articles/Market-Prospects-for-Position-Sensors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/487988?ref=25 The proportion of industry sales varies widely among sensing technologies, with proximity sensors taking the largest market share. While the smallest share belongs to linear displacement devices, this category is forecast to experience the highest growth. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/052008/487988null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Feature+Articles/Threersquos-a-Crowd-for-Instrumentation-Amplifiers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/491059?ref=25 By using an indirect current-feedback topology, instrumentation amplifiers can avoid some of the pitfalls inherent in using three op amp instrumentation amplifiers powered from single supply voltages. 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/072008/491059null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/INRIX-Wins-Real-Time-Traffic-Contract-for-I-95-Cor/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/487902?ref=25 Landmark, multi-state vehicle probe data collection initiative to use INRIX traffic from GPS-enabled vehicles and road sensors on I-95 corridor from New Jersey to North Carolina; potential expansion could include states from Maine to Florida. 2008-01-30T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/052008/487902null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/AMI-Semiconductor-and-IMEC-to-Collaborate/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/487674?ref=25 The two year program will focus on developing system-on-chip devices with integrated high voltage and power functions and dense logic, processors, and memories for next-generation automotive, power regulation, and communications applications. 2008-01-29T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/052008/487674null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Land-Rover-and-Savi-Launch-RFID-Auto-Part-Pilot/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/487322?ref=25 University of Warwick helps select Savi's RFID solution to improve efficiency by ensuring that parts arrive at Land Rover's West Midlands factory when they're needed. 2008-01-28T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/052008/487322null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Tegal-Plasma-Etch-System-for-Automotive-MEMS/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486900?ref=25 Tegal ships its 981ACS plasma etch system to top-ten european semiconductor manufacturer for automotive MEMS device production. 2008-01-25T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/042008/486900null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/InvenSense-Introduces-Dual-Axis-Gyroscope/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486711?ref=25 The IDG-1100 family are 4 by 5 by 1.2 mm and incorporate both MEMS and CMOS electronics at the wafer level. 2008-01-24T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/042008/486711null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/TI-and-Enfora-Collaborate-on-Enterprise-Asset-Trac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486385?ref=25 Enfora will incorporate TI's GPS, single-chip cellular, and ultra low power microcontrollers into its asset tracking and management products. 2008-01-23T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/042008/486385null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Tiny-Electronic-MEMS-Valve-and-Superheat-Control-M/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486384?ref=25 Freescale and Microstaq join forces to develop a MEMS-based smart superheat control system for HVAC and refrigeration efficiency. 2008-01-23T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/042008/486384null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Endwave-Chooses-Omnitrol-Work-in-Process-Tracking/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486166?ref=25 Omnitrol Networks selected by Endwave for automated RFID-Based manufacturing tracking system. 2008-01-22T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/042008/486166null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Denso-Selects-Tektronix-for-Automotive-Test-Soluti/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/486164?ref=25 Largest Japanese automotive electronics manufacturer uses Tektronix DPO7000 oscilloscopes and TDP1000 probes to enable nanosecond-order high frequency analysis. 2008-01-22T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/042008/486164null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/austriamicrosystems-Completes-Equity-Investment-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/485613?ref=25 The analog IC provider forms strategic business and technical partnership with privately held developer and manufacturer of miniature motion systems. 2008-01-18T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/032008/485613null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Tessera-Licenses-Consumer-Optics-Technologies-to-N/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/485211?ref=25 The combination of OptiML wafer-level camera technology and SHELLCASE wafer-level packaging enables next-generation camera solutions. 2008-01-17T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/032008/485211null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Vehicle-Access-Control-and-Security-System-Market-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/485210?ref=25 Automakers recognize passive keyless entry systems' potential as a product differentiator. 2008-01-17T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/032008/485210null HTML http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/Automotive+News/Unisys-Identifies-Five-Data-Security-Issues-for-20/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/484890?ref=25 The risks and challenges are likely to emerge across multiple industries, requiring further convergence of physical and IT protective measures. 2008-01-16T05:00:00Z http://auto.sensorsmag.com/sensorsauto/data/articlestandard/sensorsauto/032008/484890null HTML