Gotham's ghoulish houses Oct 24, 2009
Footsteps are often heard in the theater late at night, despite motion sensors and security ... Footsteps are often heard in the theater late at night, despite motion sensors and security. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
PHOTOS: Best Wild Animal Pictures of 2009 Announced Oct 23, 2009
guez captured the photograph using motion sensors and an infrared barrier to operate the camera. "This wolf jumping over the farmer's enclosure with the supposed intent of killing his livestock speaks for itself--thousands of years of history are frozen in this masterfully executed moment," competition judge and nature photographer Jim Brandenburg said in a statement. (National Geographic)
Leaping wolf snatches photo prize Oct 22, 2009
He eventually captured it using a photographic trap that included a motion sensor and an infrared barrier to operate the camera. He hopes that his picture, "showing the wolf's great agility and strength", will become an image that can be used to show just how beautiful the Iberian wolf is and how the Spanish can be proud to have such an emblematic animal. (BBC News)
Caltrain safety 'summit conference' Wednesday Oct 21, 2009
They could put cameras up and add some motion sensors. The alert goes off that something has entered the railway and someone (whomever this responsibility would be given to whether it be the police department, caltrain etc) goes to look at the cameras to see if it is a false alarm and if it isn't call up police to head over there. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Perfect Fitness sweats its way to success Oct 20, 2009
And so he did, but at first he and a business partner, the company s president, Mark Friedman, tried to create a very complex device using motion sensor wristbands and wireless links that would track people s workouts over time. But it was technically too tough, and very expensive. (San Francisco Business Times, CA)
Knapp aims to boost efficiency, increase funds Oct 20, 2009
Knapp said the task force is looking for innovative ideas like Colonial Central, which centralized student services and freed valuable Foggy Bottom office space, and adding motion sensors for lights to reduce energy costs. Associate Vice President for Academic Operations Jeff Lenn will to chair the Innovation Task Force and the 36 current members of the task force already met on Oct. 13 to brainstorm ideas. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Readers Write 10/15 Oct 15, 2009
I turned the mannequin around so the motion sensor eyes would not allow this to happen every time a new customer walked by. This is by far the earliest retailers have inundated us with this obnoxious demand for our dollars. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Nano Measurement In The Third Dimension Oct 14, 2009
13, 2009) From the motion sensor to the computer chip, in many products of daily life components are used whose functioning is based on smallest structures of the size of thousandths -- or even millionths -- of millimetres. These micro and nano structures must be manufactured and assembled with the highest precision so that in the end, the overall system will function smoothly. (Science Daily)
Eco-friendly parking garages drive transit movement Oct 13, 2009
Some garages are using motion sensors in wireless lighting systems and creating preferred parking spots for alternative-fuel vehicles, says Gary Cudney, president of Carl Walker Inc., parking consultants in Kalamazoo, Mich. Designing a green garage often simply comes down to a layout that "eases accessibility and minimizes the waiting time for people to exit a garage," Rich says. (Florida Today)
Shake meters Oct 7, 2009
Strong motion sensors will be installed at a station in the Highland Mountains south of Butte and just northeast of Helena. Those are geared toward recording the strength of more local earthquakes, and yet they will be improved because the new digital equipment records the earth's movement more accurately, Stickney said. (Montana Standard, MT)
DualView camera makes taking your own pic easy Oct 1, 2009
There's an onboard motion sensor, which means you can tilt the camera to change shooting modes, such as when you want to capture video. While I see the benefit in some of the touch-based gestures, at least once you get the hang of them, I don't quite get the point of tilting. (USA Today -- Tech)
None so blind as those who refuse to look Sep 30, 2009
The only piece of evidence missing was actual footage, which was put to rest by our motion sensor cameras. This 00004000 footage and Environment East Gippsland's court fight might just tip the scale for the potoroo. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Lessons learned from Loma Prieta Sep 26, 2009
At the time, Boatwright said, the Bay Area's instrument network numbered only 75 strong motion sensors, known as accelerometers, that locate quakes and determine their intensity. Today, more than 200 are emplaced, he said. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Sony targets spring for release of PS3 motion control Sep 25, 2009
The device houses "two motion sensors, three axes gyroscope and three axes accelerometer that can detect the controller's angle and movement," states the release. The bulb on top of the controller will change colors to give users visual feedback. (USA Today -- Tech)
Motion Controller* for PlayStation(R)3 to Become Available in Spring 2010 Sep 24, 2009
Motion Controller (Unofficial Name) Equipped with High-Precision Motion Sensors, Combined With PlayStation(R)Eye Camera, Delivers Whole New Entertainment Experience on PlayStation(R)3 ... The new controller, equipped with high-precision, highly accurate motion sensors, can deliver a whole new entertainment experience on PS3 when combined together with the PlayStation(R)Eye camera(*1) ... The newly announced Motion Controller is equipped with two motion sensors, three axes gyroscope and three... (PR Newswire)
Government audit cites progress and shortcomings in nuclear security Sep 18, 2009
The National Nuclear Security Administration, an arm of the Department of Energy, has provided reinforced vaults, motion sensors, security cameras, and centralized alarm stations at 18 of 22 reactors that house highly enriched uranium under the $14 million project called the Global Research Reactor Security program. The remaining four reactors are scheduled to be upgraded by the end of 2010. (Boston Globe)
KIUC rate increase would impact local businesses Sep 14, 2009
The resort has taken other measures to reduce energy consumption, such as putting timers and motion sensors on lights, said Diann Hartman, public relations manager for the Hyatt. Those little baby steps are really the things that have made significant impact, she said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Intelligent Crutch With Sensors To Monitor Usage Sep 13, 2009
10, 2006) A University of Florida engineer is the latest researcher to design a tiny, easy-to-manufacture motion sensor, a development that could help popularize the sensors as standard equipment in personal. (Dec. (Science Daily)
Common Mistakes in Litter Box Train... Sep 13, 2009
discouraging stray cats from visiting the yard by removing bird feeders and installing automatic motion sensors which make noise or squirt water when outside animals approach. Dealing with Soiled Areas Outside of the Litter Box. (Suite101.com)
Fire station to be up by summer 10 Sep 5, 2009
Elements of sustainable design include retention basins to manage storm water runoff, a durable standing seam metal roof which reduces heat absorbed by the building, irrigation and landscaping which reduces outdoor water usage, high-efficiency heat pumps, solar daylighting systems, zoned heating and cooling to reduce energy costs, daylight and motion sensors to control lighting, insulated concrete foam systems to provide a high insulation value and low VOC paints and adhesives to contribute to... (Nogales International, AZ)
Expensive restroom faucets stolen from Depot Park (8) Sep 2, 2009
According to Sonoma police, the faucets, which turn on and off with a motion sensor, are valued at between 1,000 and 1,200 installed. Police have no leads on the thief or thieves who took them, but they are presumably familiar with and in possession of some plumbing tools. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
MBAs to the Environmental (and Financial) Rescue Sep 1, 2009
The device costs $179 and can be installed in vending machines to cool sodas when its motion sensor detects people are present, and hibernate at night when there's no one around ... At , Chief Marketing Officer Brian Robins says simply installing motion sensors for the lights in SunGard's headquarters will save $4,017 per year. (BusinessWeek)
Efficiency reduces the costs Sep 1, 2009
The hospital is also replacing air handlers, installed more efficient ballasts in fluorescent light fixtures, added motion sensors and additional insulation for more savings ... St. Alexus has also added motion sensors, more efficient lighting and made changes in the control system for heating and cooling. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
MEMSIC's Collaboration with Game Developers Brings New Level of Motion-Game Integration to Cell Phone Manufacturers Aug 29, 2009
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MEMSIC, Inc. (Nasdaq: - ), a leading MEMS solution provider and supplier of motion sensors to the mobile phone industry, combining proprietary MEMS technology with advanced mixed signal processing and system solutions, today announced a new game and application solution for the mobile phone market ... Motion-based UIs in mobile phones for features such as image orientation, menu navigation, and shake-to-change have seen increasing popularity in a wide range of mobile phones... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Freshman Press: Residents welcomed by sight of new Umrath, South 40 houses Aug 26, 2009
Dorm rooms in Umrath and South 40 House provide improved features, including motion sensor lights and memory foam mattresses. Residents seemed to be pleased with these new accommodations. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Thieves sock it to Palominas resident Aug 20, 2009
A motion sensor light also was damaged. About 2 a.m., a woman at the home heard dogs barking and the male resident looked outside but saw nothing, said Carol Capas, spokeswoman for the sheriff s office. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
U.S. Commercial Sector Potential En... Aug 18, 2009
Installation of more efficient lighting systems, the use of motion sensors and new technology to limit heating and lighting needs in offices and the use of automatic standby mode systems in commercial appliances to condition can not only reduce energy use but also produce serious financial savings for the commercial sector. The greatest potential energy savings due to technology come in the area of combined heat and power (CHP) systems. (Suite101.com)
Special psychiatric unit opens for young Aug 15, 2009
The unit's safety features include motion sensors and absence of sharp edges and hanging points. Join the conversation. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
SWAT Officers Describe Tense Scene At July 7 Hostage Standoff Aug 15, 2009
He told them that he had been planning this for eight months, and that the place was rigged with propane, 65 pounds of explosives, motion sensors and trip wires. And now it was up to Skewes to defuse the situation and get Tyler out alive. (FOX61, CT)
Renovated high school awaits students Aug 14, 2009
Additionally, the lights have "motion sensors" and will automatically shut off if nobody is in the room. When the media center was built, an elevator was installed to allow for the building to be accessible by the physically handicapped. (Raton Range, AL)
Europe Bids Adieu to Recession Aug 14, 2009
He was baffled by a motion sensor in a sink, and when it came time to pick what kind of sandwich he wanted, the number of choices were "overwhelming.". The NYT notes that over the past decade appeals court judges in capital cases have increasingly been writing opinions that criticize Congress and the Supreme Court for making it practically impossible for to appeal their convictions. (Slate)
Review: HP Mini 5101 Aug 12, 2009
Dubbed HP 3D DriveGuard, the feature helps safeguard your data by relying on a three-axis digital accelerometer chip that acts as a motion sensor. Should the chip sense a sudden movement or shock, it sends a command to temporarily park the hard-drive head to avoid contact with the drive platter and potential data loss. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Residents pepper City Hall with suggestions Aug 8, 2009
Speaking of office lights, another writer observes, "I have seen several Muni Bldgs. with lights on at night. Turning these off, whether by deciding which ones DO NOT need to be on at night and putting motion sensors on the others could save thousands if not more.". Sullivan said he was expecting to get a pretty good response to the "Tax Savers" link, but not so many ideas so fast. (Anchorage Daily News)
Top Features to Include in a New Ho... Aug 7, 2009
Proper outdoor lighting, including security and motion sensors, is also essential. It is important to think about the placement of wall sconces, pendant lights, chandeliers, recessed lights and focal lights in advance of installing the electrical wiring. (Suite101.com)
Editorial: Some of mayor's SPLOST ideas worth look Aug 6, 2009
Giving the mayor at least some credit where it is due, her "conversation starter" e-mail mentions the possibility of using some SPLOST proceeds to retrofit county buildings and facilities for energy efficiency, including but not necessarily limited to installing motion sensors to promote lighting efficiency and installing roofs designed to reflect the sun's heat to promote cooling efficiency. The mayor includes these ideas among what she refers to in the e-mail as a "green SPLOST." As long as... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Letters for Thursday, August 6, 2009 Aug 6, 2009
I was constantly at the window watching our front porch and lawn each time I heard the wind, the alarms, or saw the motion sensors go off outside. I was walking the hall and checking on the kids rooms. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
30 years too much? Aug 6, 2009
ENGINEERING SOLUTION: A way to solve this problem would be to place motion sensors and heat sensors inside the cars that detect the presence of a living person after the car has been turned off and when the temperature in the car is high enough that no able person would stay there if they were able to get out. When those sensors detect this situation, they would trigger the car to signal SOS using the car s horn. (The Palm Beach Post)
McKinney: Working on the budget Aug 6, 2009
He said the policy would require a second form of verification on an alarm, like a tripped motion sensor, or a phone call from a neighbor or resident. Overall, Ragan said the city has been able to maintain the level of services through a tough time when many cities are laying off employees and cutting back on public services and public safety. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
High-tech burglary at T-Mobile store 'like a movie scene' Aug 4, 2009
There are also motion sensors. Ali installed the security after what happened to another one of his cell phone stores in September of 2007. (KHOU.com, TX)
Med school digs a mix of old, new Aug 1, 2009
Motion sensors automatically switch lights off, and double-paned windows are designed to slow heat loss or gain, depending on the season. By Oct. 1, about 15 faculty members and other full-time employees will be working in the building; in a year, when classes begin, the number will be about 25 to 30, Schuster said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Desktops: All-in-one PCs are here Jul 30, 2009
Lenovo also has the powerful A600 at a price of about Rs 70,000, which comes with a wireless keyboard, a Wii-type motion sensor gaming facility and a remote that can be used as an air mouse (instead of a wired mouse), a gaming remote, a voice-over-IP (VOIP) phone and to manage the Windows Media Centre (to operate DVDs, movies and TV). Michael Tatelman, VP for consumer sales in Dell, says that since the PC penetration in India both for desktops and laptops is low, and since growth is now picking... (India Times)
5 tips to upgrade indoor air Jul 28, 2009
Motion sensors also save energy because they switch lights off when nobody's in the room. 4. (AZCentral -- Home)
How Holliston is tackling its energy challenge Jul 25, 2009
Motion sensors that control lights, which are already used in some buildings, are recommended elsewhere, too. Like the Energy Committee s report, building audits suggest installing solar panels on some town buildings, including some of the schools and Town Hall, LeBeau said. (Holliston Tab, MA)
New Google phone an impressive upgrade Jul 23, 2009
The accelerometer, the motion sensor that switches the screen from portrait to landscape mode, is also quite nimble. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Save on Your Utility Bills Jul 22, 2009
Install motion sensors to turn off your lights when you leave a room. Don't pre-rinse your dishes before you put them in the dishwasher. (W-USA News, DC)
Coraline Review Jul 22, 2009
Finally, the disc has all the Blu-ray bells and whistles included, like D-Box motion sensors, U-Control picture-in-picture content (only on the 2-D version) and BD-Live access. Score: 8 out of 10. (IGN FilmForce)
A Wii bit of 'Grand Slam' advice from Venus Jul 21, 2009
Instead of the standard button-pushing, the game, designed for the Nintendo Wii, uses a motion sensor. "Holding the controller like a racket and swinging feels good to me," she said. (USA Today -- Tech)
Turkey revival ruffles feathers in backyards Jul 18, 2009
"We would like people to learn to adapt to live with brush turkeys," he said, suggesting gardeners could try replacing leaf mulch with pebbles, or using sprinklers fitted with motion sensors to scare them away. Reading now. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Parks workers discover more vandalism at the lake Jul 18, 2009
No Nickname wrote on Jul 17, 2009 1:13 AM:" What about a motion sensor alarm system? At least then the cops will be notified and might get there in time to nail the perps. ". 2nd revolution wrote on Jul 17, 2009 6:13 AM:" Humans that do these things have too much time on there hands and when caught need to be held fully accountable. Unfortunatly they will be slapped on the wrist if caught. We need to bring back shame in punishment. ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Human-computer Interaction: Beyond – Way Beyond – WIMP Interfaces Jul 18, 2009
The EU-funded OpenInterface (OI) project took as its starting point the many interaction devices currently available touch screens, motion sensors, speech recognisers and many others and sought to create an open source development framework capable of quickly and simply supporting the design and development of new user interfaces by mixing and matching different types of input device and modality. These devices and modalities have been around a long time, but whenever developers seek to employ... (Science Daily)
$137,000 in alarm equipment taken Jul 16, 2009
About 900 pieces of equipment, including cell units and motion sensors, were taken from a storage building at 3601 Faudree Road #692 between midnight and noon July 8, the report said. The equipment belonged to Utah-based Apex Alarms. (Odessa American, TX)
Is Govt report on Houston's security a whitewash? Jul 15, 2009
What's more, the Inspector General report credited some of the airports with security upgrades that were made after our story aired--like infrared and motion sensors at Lone Star Executive. The report also failed to address the scenario of a deadly toxic plume over Houston that could be released by a ruptured chemical tank. (KHOU.com, TX)
Clip-on sensor monitors infants for trouble Jul 13, 2009
Its blue rubber tip, which contains the motion sensor, must remain in contact with the baby s skin. That means the diaper s waistband must remain snug throughout the night. (Boston Globe)
City Of Fort Meade Offers Electric Bill Rebate Jul 12, 2009
He suggest replacing exterior lights with motion sensors or dusk to dawn light controls for as little as $9. Pool pumps also can be put on timers. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
FUN AND GAMES: Five iPhone apps to download Jul 7, 2009
Flick your wrist to cast the line (taking advantage of the iPhone's motion sensor) and reel in your catch using your fingertip. Select bait and tackle to increase your chances of success, and when you land the big one, show off via e-mail in a "brag" feature. (USA Today -- Life)
IGNpocket's Best of 2001 Jul 5, 2009
HAL put the newly developed motion sensor chip to outstanding use, creating a game that's extremely intuitive to play because it really does feel like you're rolling a ball around a maze. And it shows just how far handheld gaming has come, and how far it can go using new technologies embedded inside a cartridge. (IGN Game Boy)
Touch & GO: LG's KM900 Arena Jul 5, 2009
The phone also packs in motion sensor games and a tactile analogue alarm clock and radio tuner. Its available in silver and black titanium colour schemes. (India Times)
Motion Sensor Baby Safety Monitors Jul 5, 2009
Low cost consumer motion sensors can monitor a baby's breathing ... Motion sensor monitors can detect when a baby stops breathing ... How Motion Sensor Monitors Work. (Suite101.com)
Microsoft's Project Natal for Xbox ... Jul 3, 2009
At this year s E3 Video Game Conference Microsoft unveiled Project Natal for the Xbox 360, essentially their take on the Wii s innovative motion sensor control system. Although Microsoft denies vehemently that Project Natal is a direct competitor to Wii s control system, it was obviously inspired by the successfulness of the Wii s system. (Suite101.com)
Researcher turns his baby into CCTV star in the name of science Jul 2, 2009
" Now, a quarter of million hours of recordings later, Professor Roy is beginning to tease apart the masses of data and look for answers. Deep diveTo extract meaningful patterns from the 200GB (gigabytes) of data that flowed daily onto the racks of hard drives in the basement, the team created a series of software tools. The first, ominously called Total Recall, allows a researcher to quickly scan through any part of the data. All 25 recordings from the microphones and cameras are shown as... (BBC News)
New restaurant doing its part to help environment Jul 2, 2009
Installing motion sensor light switches in bathrooms to reduce energy demand. Staggering on/off times of major equipment to reduce peak demand. (Atmore Advance, AL)
FROM THE POLICE: Resident alerts Jun 26, 2009
Install motion sensor lights around garage and driveway areas to deter thieves The Hopkinton Police Department requests that residents immediately report; 1. Any suspicious vehicles that may be seen in your neighborhood 2. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
Schneck recruits three new physicians Jun 24, 2009
Installing occupancy motion sensors in rooms with multiple light fixtures where lights are typically left on 24 hours a day with an anticipated savings of at least 3,000. Replacing ballasts on all remaining T-12 light fixtures with more efficient T-8 ballasts for a savings of 600 annually. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
On-demand systems save water, energy Jun 22, 2009
Their system is activated as needed, with the press of a button, motion sensor or by remote, Acker said. It has an advantage over recirculating systems which can run continuously or on a timer, and often when they re not in use, using energy to run unnecessarily, he said. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Park Board considers changing park hours, discusses vandalism Jun 20, 2009
They broke an office window and one subject crawled through the window activating a motion sensor and sounding an alarm, reports show. With the new cameras we put out there, when I showed it to the police department they were able to identify one of the guys, Parks and Recreation Planner Brooke Cox said. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
