By Jonathan W. Hui and David E. Culler, Fellow IEEE This excerpt of a paper published by IEEE discusses how recent developments make it possible, pragmatic, and efficient to use the IPv6 protocol for low-power multihop wireless networks. Figure 1: Incorporating sensornets into an IP network is no different than with any other network technology.…
Sunstone Offering Rogers Materials Shipped within 24 Hours of Purchase
Sunstone Circuits has enhanced their services by offering Rogers material 4350 (RO4350) for orders placed within the Sunstone quickturn product line. The demand for Rogers materials is continuously on the rise. In their quest to continue being the easiest PCB company to do business with, Sunstone has responded to that demand and is now offering…
connectBlue Solves Seamless Roaming with Standard Access Points
In the typical situation, a client remains the wireless connection with an access point until the radio signal gets too weak that the client has to initialize the scan for a new access point that can offer a better radio signal. This handover phase can take anything from 100 milliseconds to several seconds before the…
Fanless Digital Signage Player
Axiomtek releases its first stand alone robust IP4X dust-proof digital signage player that is specifically designed for digital signage applications. The DSB-300 features IP4X-rated enclosure, hardware decoder, 1920 x 1080 resolution, and an Intel® Atom™ processor D525 1.8 GHz with 4GB DDR3 system memory. This standalone box is a reliable solution when looking for a…
Wireless pH/Temperature Transmitter
Omega’s new UWPH-2-NEMA wireless pH temperature transmitter features a high performance microprocessor based wireless radio transmitter built into a NEMA enclosure. It transmits pH, temperature and signal strength in real-time. The free software that’s including converts your PC into a multi-channel chart recorder or data logger. Works with Omega’s UWTC series receivers for a complete…
Wirelessly Integrate PLCs
The CU8890 USB-to-WLAN adapter enables wireless integration of industrial PCs onto an Ethernet network. The FCC certified adapter supports the WLAN standard IEEE 802.11 b/g. An integrated DIN rail adapter allows convenient installation in control cabinets. When connected to an Industrial PC with USB port, the controller facilitates the fieldbus-neutral exchange of all UDP/TCP-based data…
Chip Filters for Cellular Band Applications
Schaumburg, IL – Taiyo Yuden’s latest lines of chip filters optimize the performance, while minimizing the size, of mobile phones. The exceptionally compact EIA 0603 size multilayer dual low pass filter is designed for use with multi-band smartphones, while two new optimized EIA 0805 size multilayer diplexers were developed for use with mobile phones. Taiyo…
Wireless Handwheel for Machine Tools from HEIDENHAIN
SCHAUMBURG, IL – HEIDENHAIN makes available for the first time ever an electronic wireless handwheel for use on machine tools. Especially useful on large machine tools, this cordless HR 550 FS handwheel allows the user to concentrate entirely on the action in the machine’s working space by enabling remote control datum setting and probing with…
Banner Offers New Compact Housing Option for Intrinsically Safe Wireless Nodes
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Banner Engineering has added a new compact metal housing rated for Class I, Division I* hazardous locations to its intrinsically safe DX99 Wireless Node product line. The new version of the DX99 Node provides power to the sensor directly within the hazardous area as the integrated battery power supply produces an intrinsically…
MicroStrain Launches a New Wireless Sensing System
MicroStrain introduces an extended range, synchronous wireless sensing system, combining breakthrough precision wireless time synchronization and enhanced system scalability accommodating hundreds of wireless sensor nodes with extended range communication. The new MicroStrain Extended Range, Synchronized (mXRS) Wireless Sensing System currently includes 1)WSDA™-Base, a central base station that coordinates and synchronizes data collection with exceptional industry…
Long Distance Industrial Wireless Transmitters And Receivers
Omega’s new industrial wireless transmitters offer unparalleled flexibility for process measurement applications. These transmitters are designed for a variety of applications, including temperature, infrared temperature, relative humidity, process transducers with standard voltage or current outputs, flow (pulsed frequency) as well as pH. Thermocouple, RTD, Infrared Temperature, RH, Ph, Process Voltage/Current and Flow/Pulsed Frequency Input Models…
Delphi Working to Make Electric Vehicle Wireless Charging a Reality
TROY, MI — Delphi Automotive has reached an agreement with WiTricity Corp., a wireless energy transfer technology provider, to develop automatic wireless charging products for hybrid and electric vehicles. The collaboration between the two companies will help establish a global infrastructure of safe and convenient charging options for consumer and commercial electric vehicles. An illustration…
Phoenix Contact Expands Line of Industrial Modems
MIDDLETOWN, PA – Phoenix Contact’s expanded line of industrial modems now provides more options for remote communication with machines and systems. A new DSL modem and a cellular modem join the company’s analog modems, making it easier to share data in remote control, SCADA and automatic alarming applications. The new cellular modems transmit Ethernet and…
Rogers to Showcase Practical Material Solutions at Antenna Systems 2010
Chandler, AZ – Rogers Corporation (NYSE: ROG) will be showcasing its high performance, cost-effective laminate materials for antenna applications at the upcoming Antenna Systems 2010 conference and expo (October 19-20, 2010, Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, Dallas, TX). Rogers laminate materials can be used for a wide range of printed-circuit antennas, including 3G and…
WirelessHART® Gateway from Phoenix Contact
MIDDLETOWN, PA – Phoenix Contact’s new WirelessHART® gateway features an integrated 802.11b/g WLAN transceiver. The rail-mount gateway can increase the reliability and flexibility of an existing HART network. The 45 mm-wide RAD-WHG/WLAN-XD connects up to 250 WirelessHART field devices, converting HART data to Modbus TCP or HART UDP for easy integration into almost any…
DILBERT™ NEW HORIZONS® in Products for Sanitary Applications Guide
DILBERT™ NEW HORIZONS® in Products for Sanitary Applications Version No. 27 contains over 180 pages of the latest information on top selling products for the sanitary food, beverage, pharmaceutical, bio-medical and related process markets or lab operations, including the Digital RTD Thermometers with NEMA 4 Enclosures for wash down, sanitary, and marine applications. 3-A approved,…
3M Introduces Weatherproofing Solutions for Wireless Applications
AUSTIN, TX – Cellular operators now have a reliable weatherproofing solution from 3M to protect connections at cellular sites. Designed for new cellular installations and repairs at existing base stations, two Wireless Weatherproofing kits are now available from 3M: one for general use and one for cold-weather applications. 3M General Use Wireless Weatherproofing Kit WK-100…
Linx Technologies Release Relay Function Module 2
Linx Technologies announces release of the Relay Function Module 2, another member of the Linx pre-certified OEM product line. These devices have been tested for FCC, Industry Canada, and European CE (433MHz only) compliance, greatly reducing the time and expense of bringing an RF-based product to market. They can be quickly customized to meet the…
Wireless LAN Ethernet
The Rugged Wireless LAN Ethernet Port Adapter – RWE231i (2.4GHz) and Rugged Wireless LAN Ethernet Port Adapter – RWE241i (5GHz) suit installations where there is a need for replacing the Ethernet cable with a maintenance-free wireless connection, or to connect to an existing Wireless LAN infrastructure. Both products have applied the IEEE 802.11n. The products…
Wireless Meter Scanner & Controller from Omega
This new series of wireless monitoring and control system is highly compatible with a wide range of Omega wireless sensors including the UWTC, UWRTD, and z series. Compact in size and simple to configure, this product can monitor up to 8 wireless sensors. Wireless inputs for this product include thermocouple, RTD, temperature, humidity, and barometric…
New Wireless Ballbar has Volumetric Testing Capability
The QC20-W ballbar is an all-new design featuring a Renishaw-developed linear sensor and Bluetooth® wireless technology, providing greater ease of use and durability, and allowing for testing in “closed door” manufacturing, where access for wiring can raise safety and procedural issues. The new design also allows testing in 3 orthogonal planes through a single reference…
Linx Technologies Acquires Apex Wireless
MERLIN, OR—Linx Technologies, Inc. announces its acquisition of Apex Wireless, Inc. in a transaction with undisclosed terms. Based in Boulder, Colorado, Apex Wireless has provided RF product development, contract design, and wireless consulting services since 1985. Apex specializes in high performance, cost-optimized wireless products employing RF transmitters, receivers, and transceivers, including frequency hopping and direct…
PremierWave EN™ Embedded Wireless Device Server
SAN JOSE, CA — Lantronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRX) unveiled details of its PremierWave EN™ embedded wireless device server. PremierWave EN provides high-quality wireless connectivity for securely transmitting medical, financial, customer or other vital information across corporate networks. It enables people on-the-move to be more efficient by connecting them to mobile or remote equipment via the…
ROSS D Series Serial Bus System
TROY, MI – ROSS CONTROLS® announces the release of its D Series Serial Bus system for fieldbus communication and I/O modules. These easily programmable units support the widely used MODBUS TCP and DEVICENETTM protocols and require no internal wiring for simple assembly. The ROSS D Series Serial Bus system offers many benefits, including the flexibility…
connectBlue™ Signs with Digi-Key
The market demand for the connectBlue Bluetooth, Wireless LAN and IEEE 802.15.4/ZigBee modules is increasing rapidly in the North American region. In a year and a half of connectBlue opening its US office in Chicago, connectBlue’s US sales have increased more than 50 percent. “This deal strengthens our North American position as we now can…