Instrumentation and Control News - Sensor Networks

Port Westward to be Among the First Combined Cycle Power Plants to Showcase Digital Bus Technologies

Tue, 16 May 2006 00:20:55 +0200

Approximately 60 percent of new Port Westward plant to utilize digital bus technologies; installation of Emerson’s PlantWeb® digital plant architecture with Ovation® control system reinforces power industry’s growing acceptance of digital automation approach

Arizona patrols to acquire border sensor technology

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 05:59:10 +0200

The department has completed testing a prototype 98-foot tall mobile sensor tower, a critical component of SBInet, which is the department's multi-billion dollar effort to gain operational control of the nation's borders. The towers will hold an array of sensors, cameras and communications nodes, becoming a central part of giving Border Patrol agents improved situational awareness, or what is commonly referred to as a "common operating picture."

Novel Multisensor Detection System Fights Terrorism

Mon, 09 Apr 2007 05:59:10 +0200

Multiple X-ray line detectors with different energy thresholds will be used for X-ray scanning. The application of 3D inversion algorithms and algorithms of data synthesis facilitate the receipt of three-dimensional images of an object from both of these detectors. The detectors will be made on the basis of a semiconductor GaAs and related compounds.

Autonomous robotic fleas could create distributed sensor network

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 05:59:10 +0200

Sarah Bergbreiter has developed an "autonomous robotic flea has been developed that is capable of jumping nearly 30 times its height," thanks to what could possibly be hailed as the "world's smallest rubber band."

The First SBInet Mobile Sensor Tower

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 05:59:10 +0200

The tower houses cameras, radar, wireless data access points, communications and computer equipment, and a tower security system. When combined with Border Patrol agent vehicle modifications, the mobile sensor towers will provide surveillance data to the Common Operating Picture, a critical component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection's comprehensive border security solution.

Fieldbus temperature sensor reduces costs 70%

Fri, 06 Apr 2007 05:59:10 +0200

The MTL 9331-TI Foundation fieldbus multiplexer is a field-mounted temperature input block for 2 and 3 wire RTDs, thermocouple, voltage and resistance inputs for eight temperature inputs

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...

Escort Memory Systems Gateway Ethernet Interface

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 00:43:46 +0200

This module can support up to 16 readers in EMS' Submet16 network, allowing virtually unlimited expansion of RFID information within a plant environment. With an Ethernet network of RFID readers, operators can monitor networks, run individual controller diagnostics, change commands, and much more whether on or off site...

Get a Deep Insight into the North American Wireless M2M Market: Trends & Forecasts, End-Use Segments & Competitive Landscape

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 01:04:10 +0200

M2M is an abbreviation for machine-to-machine, or technology that supports wired or wireless communication between devices. Virtually any communication network may accommodate M2M applications. Fixed-line networks are viable for monitoring fixed assets, whereas wireless networks may be used under all circumstances even though they are required for mobile assets.

WebTech Wireless First to Offer Solution for Tracking Both Tractors and Multiple Trailers

Fri, 23 Mar 2007 23:32:03 +0100

Sophisticated Identification System to Help Optimize Fleet Management and Reduce Losses

Thermox smart sensor product line simplifies installtion and operations

Sun, 18 Mar 2007 01:08:47 +0100

All the main Thermox products have been upgraded including the WDG IV/IQ oxygen analysers, the WDG HPII/IQ, the WDG Insitu/IQ, and the CEM O2/IQ. Also being upgraded is the EI 20/IQ carbon monoxide analyser for across the stack infrared monitoring of carbon monoxide. Thermox smart sensors provide serial communications or 4-20 mA outputs for proper control...

Network Appliance provides network access to sensors.

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:04:10 +0100

Comprised of hardware and embedded software, SensorPort(TM) enables enterprises to integrate sensor data into networks, optimizing sensors and actuators through distributed processing. It facilitates set up, management, and development of wireless sensor networks, physical/IT security convergence, M2M communications, and network-centric systems. SensorPort can be configured for internal network connections and receipt and transmission of data from external networks.

New Lighting Controller Enhances GigE Range

Sat, 10 Mar 2007 05:14:53 +0100

The PP520 provides automatic operation with current-rated and voltage-rated lighting, providing plug and play operation using patented Safe-
Sense™ technology. Control functions include power regulation, intensity control, and timing and triggering functions required for machine vision systems.

InSync Software, Inc. Releases Edgeware 3.1 for Sensor-Driven Supply Chain Execution

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 04:25:26 +0100

"Edgeware 3.1 provides a revolutionary software solution that enables sensor networks to drive mission-critical supply chain processes,"

PTO offers free Webinars and classes on Profibus and Ethernet

Thu, 08 Mar 2007 04:25:26 +0100

Three webinars will be held this year, designed to give a basic overview of all types of Industrial Ethernet.