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PowerVR framework offers easy imaging integration
Leveraging the inherent low-power parallelism of the PowerVR Rogue GPU, Imagination Technologiesannounces a PowerVR imaging framework for Android. This set of software components will allow OEMs to integrate the latest computational photography and computer vision features into their camera applications.
Renishaw to focus on metrology and 3D printing at Southern Manufacturing 2015
Renishaw will be exhibiting a range of metrology and additive manufacturing (metal 3D printing) products at Southern Manufacturing 2015, from 10 – 12 February, at FIVE in Farnborough, UK.
Compact linear image sensors suit mass production
Two compact CMOS linear image sensors, designed for applications such as position detection, object measurement, rotary encoders and image reading, have been released by Hamamatsu Photonics. TheS11106-10 and S11107-10have been designed for mass production, and aim to offer a favourable performance-to-cost ratio.
Minutes to motion – linear positioning explained
Automation is essential if UK manufacturing is to compete against the low-wage economies of the developing world and linear positioning is often a fundamental part of automation. Here, Gerard Bush of servo specialist INMOCO explains the design basics for linear motion systems.
Instron equips its new ElectroPuls linear-torsion tester with advanced Renishaw encoders
Instron is a global market leader in the materials testing industry. It manufactures and services a comprehensive range of materials testing equipment and accessories for the research, industrial and academic sectors. A variety of Instron systems test samples ranging from components for jet engines to medical syringes.
Arbitrary waveform generators get frequency upgrade
B&K Precision has upgraded its 4075B Series of arbitrary/function waveform generators with higher frequency ranges, increased arbitrary memory, and a colour LCD. The new 4075B Series offers six new models that directly replace the previous 4075 line with single- and dual-channel 30 MHz (4075B/4078B) and 50 MHz models (4076B/4079B) along with two additional single- and dual-channel 80 MHz models (4077B/4080B).
Microsite focuses on motor control applications
Designers using motor control techniques can now visit Mouser Electronics’ new Motor Control Applications site. It provides developers with technology resources, and the newest components available from Mouser Electronics for building motor control systems. The site contains valuable resources for developers interested in expanding their knowledge about motor control systems.
New Magnetic Absolute Rotary Encoders from Pepperl+Fuchs Loaded with Value-added Features for Machine Design and Plant Automation Applications
Pepperl+Fuchs introduces ENA58IL and ENA36IL magnetic absolute rotary encoders. These next-generation encoders combine precision and high-speed resolution in a compact design. They are packed with features and options that maximize process reliability, efficiency and service life ideal for a wide range of OEM and plant automation applications.
FRAM enables energy savings of up to 94%
An ultra-low-power FRAM device with an integrated binary counter function, the MB85RDP16LX has been introduced by Fujitsu Semiconductor Europe. Capable of enabling self-powering solutions such as the Wiegand wire-based platform from iC-Haus, the FRAM targets industrial automation applications involving energy harvesting for rotary encoders, motor control and sensors.
Processor-based solution delivers factory production boost
To meet the increased demand for productivity in factories, Renesas has launched the RZ/T1 Group, a new factory automation solution with built-in industrial network functionality for use in many industrial applications such as AC servo drives, motion controllers, inverter control and general industrial equipment that require high speed, responsiveness, and excellent real-time performance.