Instrumentation and Control News - ZigBee

Wireless sensor network node features Zigbee support

Tue, 15 May 2007 05:37:52 +0200

Tmote Mini combines a Texas Instruments MSP430 microcontroller with a TI/Chipcon CC2420 low-power radio, forming the mote core for use in wireless sensor network applications. The Tmote Mini line is offered in two configurations: a standard module that has 0dBm (1mW) output power at 2.4GHz and an enhanced module with +20dBm (100mW) output power at 2.4GHz.

MeshNetics sees bright future for sensor networks

Thu, 05 Apr 2007 05:37:16 +0200

Recently MeshNetics, still little known in Russia, presented itself to the public telling both about itself and about potentials and opportunities in the wireless sensor market, MeshNetics' main field of activity...

ABI Research Study: Wireless Sensor Networks Offer Efficiencies and Savings

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 02:45:06 +0100

Wireless Sensor Networks Offer Efficiencies and Savings For Industrial Process Monitoring, Says ABI Research in A New Study

Saelig Company Energy-Saving High-Performance ZigBee Modules

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 15:19:35 +0100

RoHS and WEEE compliant, TinyOne ZigBee offers an embedded ZigBee 2006 stack in a rectangular 38 x 21 x 3 mm SMD component, complete with integrated digital TTL I/Os and analog inputs. One-RF's energy-conserving, compact wireless solutions are targeted at home and office automation and other wireless sensor networks.

Multi-Channel Sensor Board

Thu, 01 Mar 2007 23:23:57 +0100

The sensor board can be interfaced with commercial Zigbee-based devices, e.g., motes. The system currently supports acoustic and seismic input signals, although it can be configured for other types of sensory inputs. Applications include acoustic localization and tracking of moving vehicles and gunshot detection, localization and classification.

Wireless Communications Technology Map

Fri, 23 Feb 2007 19:12:53 +0100

Javvin employees have years of experience in the networking, telecom and wireless industries. Since the networking industry is developing rapidly, we are constantly studying the technology developments to build the latest and greatest technologies into our publications. This Wireless Communications Technology Map is another proof of Javvin's dedication to this mission.

Commercial Building Automation

Thu, 25 Jan 2007 02:39:37 +0100

ZigBee to Find Traction in Commercial Building Automation in 2008, says ABI Research

Ember Launches Professional-Grade ZigBee Software

Mon, 22 Jan 2007 12:16:26 +0100

Industry’s first ZigBee Pro draft-compliant network stack; EmberZNet PRO designed for larger, more advanced networks

AeroComm Extends Breadth of ZigBee™ Your Way™ Transceiver Product Line

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 12:16:26 +0100

“The introduction of our cutting-edge ZB2430 products extends our leadership position in the ZigBee marketplace while providing our customers with the broadest ZigBee module offering, at the most competitive prices.”

Jennic touts sub-$3 price for new wireless MCUs

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:52:42 +0100

The JN513x family second-generation wireless MCUs realizes a number of improvements over the existing solution. The devices use a new modem architecture that provides 97dB receive sensitivity, and is more robust in noisier environments with greater tolerance to carrier offset and EVM. Transmit power is also improved to 3dbm.

Are ZigBee mesh networks the way ahead?

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 21:52:42 +0100

“A lot of this market is building upgrades. A wireless link is a lot cheaper than cutting holes in the wall.” “A lot of small UK companies could develop niche applications.”

jennic ZigBee compliant

Mon, 15 Jan 2007 21:52:42 +0100

jennic, available from glyn High-Tech Distribution, has announced that its chips, modules, stacks and development kits now form part of a ZigBee compliant platform. The company's products were tested by TUV Rheinland Group and have been considered ready for use out of the box.

ZigBee Transceiver and Kit

Sat, 13 Jan 2007 04:15:51 +0100

AeroComm's "ZigBee Your Way" concept allows OEMs to customize and optimize a hardware solution for the specific demands of their applications. Options include provisions for on-board or remote antenna, enhanced receiver sensitivity, enhanced output power, remote radio configuration, surface mount or pluggable modules...

ZigBee transceiver series expands

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 21:52:42 +0100

Based on the Texas Instruments 802.15.4 System-on-Chip and Z-Stack technology, the ZB2430 targets secure, low-power, mesh network applications. It communicates in the 2.4 GHz ISM band. Modules are offered as either coordinators and routers or end devices. Features of network scan, auto configuration, dynamic routing, discovery, and security enable the mesh network...

What's Up With ZigBee

Thu, 11 Jan 2007 16:14:57 +0100

The big problem with ZigBee is that it’s expensive to join the ZigBee Alliance and get your products certified. If you’re deploying hundreds or thousands of mesh points that require the excellent ZigBee protocol, the cost can be justified. But if you’re designing simpler systems with fewer nodes, ZigBee may not be economical...