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22/05/2012
| Micro-Epsilon launches ultra small position sensor for miniature hydraulic cylinders
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| Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has extended its range of pressure resistant position sensors for hydraulics and pneumatics applications to include a new 3mm diameter version for miniature hydraulic cylinders and actuators. Compared to traditional methods of measuring displacement and pi ... Read more
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04/05/2012
| MotivePro vibrating suit helps athletes perfect their technique
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| Researchers at Birmingham City University have developed an innovative vibrating suit to help give UK athletes a competitive edge in training. MotivePro is designed to give wearers feedback about where their body is in space. It does this by focusing on key points in the body, taking relative measur ... Read more
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27/04/2012
| Astrium wins €300million Solar Orbiter contract from ESA
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| Europe's leading space company, Astrium has been selected by the European Space Agency (ESA) as the prime contractor for the Solar Orbiter mission. The €300million spacecraft will perform close up observations of the Sun. Astrium builds upon its extensive science mission expertise that includes the ... Read more
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10/02/2012
| Cable extension sensor offers 2m measurement range
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| Celesco's new SG1 series cable extension transducer builds on the design characteristics of its SP and SM series short range 'stringpot' sensors by offering a longer 2m measurement range and optional IP67 protection. Available from Variohm EuroSensor, the device comes in a compact 75 x 75 x 50mm pol ... Read more
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13/01/2012
| Non-contact torque sensor available from Ixthus
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| Ixthus Instrumentation has launched a new non-contacting precision torque sensor with optional measurement of shaft angle and speed. Available from the company's distribution partner Burster, the 8661 series is designed to provide precise and convenient measurement of static and bi-directional rotat ... Read more
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06/01/2012
| Sensor sleeve could improve efficiency in the workplace
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| Researchers in Germany have developed a new system for recording the time it takes for workers to complete manufacturing assembly operations. Until now, inspectors have timed procedures, usually manually, in order to organise manual assembly operations efficiently – a method prone to error.
The ... Read more
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14/12/2011
| 3D motion capture suit aids sports research
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| An innovative body suit armed with a camera-less measurement system and a range of tracking sensors is helping researchers at Sunderland University develop improvements in a range of sporting activities. The MNV Biomech is a 3D human kinematic system with integrated small tracking sensors placed on ... Read more
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