Category: Sensors
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MicroVision and FieldAI have expanded their lidar evaluation programme further. Their work spans ground-vehicle IRIS testing, aerial mapping with MOVIA Air Plus, and sensor purchases for additional robotic development.
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Ericsson has introduced network-based sensing to detect low-flying drone activity. Its ISAC system combines sensing-capable 5G radios, distributed signal processing, and existing telecommunications infrastructure, with selected commercial pilots planned for 2027.
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SinceVision has introduced its new SGI-N030W industrial laser displacement sensor. Wide-spot optical triangulation targets textured materials, with a 30 mm reference distance, 50 kHz sampling, and synchronised dual-sensor measurement options.
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Alps Alpine is extending its industrial sensing and interface demonstrations. Its electronica programme covers machine monitoring, operator controls and asset tracking, drawing on existing component and communications expertise.
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Leuze is embedding cybersecurity controls throughout its industrial sensor development. The programme covers secure boot, access restrictions, authenticated firmware updates and structured vulnerability handling as EU product requirements take effect.
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FLUX has introduced dual-channel inductive encoders for redundant position feedback. IND-MAX DUAL offers separate sensor electronics in one housing, with sizes from 125 to 300 mm and up to 23-bit resolution.
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ifm has introduced its LDH313 sensor for dew-point monitoring applications. The instrument measures compressed-air pressure dew point from −20°C to +20°C, supports pressures up to 50 bar and provides IO-Link and 4–20mA analogue output.
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IDS now groups industrial camera HDR modes within shared software. Clear HDR, Quad HDR and Sequence HDR address different image brightness, resolution and motion requirements in inspection systems.
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Same Sky has expanded compact microphones for space-constrained electronics designs. The analogue and digital CMM variants offer top- or bottom-port construction, with some devices drawing as little as 80µA.
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Australian researchers are advancing pressure-sensing bedding for aged-care monitoring applications. The technology has secured a US patent and progressed through a field trial involving six residents and more than 6,100 monitoring hours.