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Making Smarter Cameras
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | National Instruments Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsThe CVS-1454 compact vision system is engineered to make cameras smarter by extending the power of LabView into low-cost, rugged machine vision applications. The system features three IEEE 1394 (FireWire) ports for connectivity to a variety of imaging sensors.
Robotic Tools
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsThis application-specific function package offers the robot end-effectors and accessories necessary for many key lab automation applications. The suite of products includes servo and pneumatic grippers, microplate handling fingers, tool changers, and collision sensors.
Synchronized Motion Control
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | Aerotech, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Automation 3200, a next-generation motion, vision, and I/O system, is billed as having the world's first high-performance software-only controller that offers 32 axes of synchronized motion control.
Low Noise And High Speed
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | Texas Instruments Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis low-noise, high-speed CMOS operational amplifier (op amp) is a voltage-feedback device designed for 16-bit resolution systems. It is said to be the first product to be manufactured using the new HPA07 precision analog process.
Common Form Factor
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | Balluff, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe S50 photoelectric sensor line has been developed to ease installation and streamline inventory with one form factor that accommodates both tubular and block-style mounting. The line offers 15 different sensor models — all in a standard 18 mm barrel housing.
Extending Range Of Vision
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | Cognex Corp. | Product Releases | CommentsThe CDC-200, a digital CMOS-based CDC camera, extends the range of vision applications with faster frame rates and global shuttering capabilities. The CDC-200 can accommodate mixed-resolution applications using a configurable ROI (region of interest) acquisition feature.
Fully Sealed And Shaft Driven
September 8, 2003 5:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsThis fully sealed harsh environment panel potentiometer is a shaft-driven sensor that can be used in both position feedback and operator input (panel) applications. The assembly offers a very slim design with low electrical noise performance using an LN conductive plastic ink formulation.
Wired For The Outdoors
September 8, 2003 5:32 am | Jst Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsThe WVL Series of wire-to-wire connectors is designed to meet all UL requirements for use outdoors for solar panel applications. These weatherproof connectors are engineered for extreme moisture and ultraviolet exposure.
Flexible Printed Circuits Help Connect Handhelds
September 8, 2003 5:32 am | Avx Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsEngineered to provide a secure method of making PC board connections, new 6298 Series low-pin-count, low-profile flexible printed circuits (FPC) are designed for use in handheld electronics applications.
Expanded Military Presence
September 8, 2003 5:32 am | Stratos Lightwave Llc | Product Releases | CommentsThe high density PHD 38999 is an expansion of a harsh environment fiber-optic connector portfolio for military, aerospace, and harsh environment applications. The new unit is based on the LC ceramic ferrule used in commercial interconnects.
Robotics Rebirth
September 8, 2003 4:21 am | by Joy LePree, Technical Editor | Articles | CommentsThanks to improved hardware and software, industrial robotics are making a comeback on the factory floor.
Fluid Control
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Fluid Metering, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Model STRH for precision fluid control in analytical process instrumentation integrates the CeramPump valveless piston pumping principal with precision stepper control.
Linear Ball Screw Stages
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Aerotech, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe compact ATS1000 stage is a small cross section, medium payload capacity, and environmentally protected solution for precision applications.
Multi-function Grip Handle
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Itt Industries, Cannon | Product Releases | CommentsA multi-function grip handle designed for the demands of the off-road industry, the MFGS3 can incorporate five momentary switches and two optional rockers. The complete assembly consists of housing, cable, and momentary and rocker switches with PC board.
Vent Panels
September 5, 2003 8:18 am | Laird Technologies | Product Releases | CommentsMaxAir is a new vent panel product line that promises increased airflow, dent resistance, and EMI protection. Unlike traditional metal honeycomb, MaxAir vent panels are constructed of nickel/copper-plated polymeric honeycomb, which is dent-resistant and offers rigidity.
