Cell Phones Become Handheld Tools For Global Development Nov 11, 2009
Scientists demonstrated that incidents of electromagnetic interference from certain cell. (May 6, 2009) Self-adapting Applications for Mobile Users In Ubiquitous Computing Environments. (Science Daily)
Pioneering Swiss solar-powered plane rolled out Nov 7, 2009
An aircraft dubbed 'Solar Impulse', HB-SIA prototype, is rolled out of a hangar for an initial series of stationary tests involving engines and electromagnetic interference in Duebendorf aerodrome near Zurich. GENEVA (AFP) - Solar Impulse, the Swiss bid to make the first solar-powered flight around the world, rolled out its prototype on Friday at an airbase near Zurich and powered up the engines. (Yahoo! Asia News)
On Semi buys EMI firm, enters India design front Nov 5, 2009
PulseCore's capabilities in standard and custom high-speed and low power analog and mixed signal solutions for EMI (electromagnetic interference) reduction also enhance On Semiconductor's overall EMI filtering and circuit protection portfolios. In addition, PulseCore's strong design capabilities and history in India represents On Semiconductor's first foray into design activity in that country," he said. On Semi also announced that total revenues in the third quarter of 2009 were $472.9 million,... (EETimes)
Plan for downtown skyscrapers poses hazard to flights, FAA says Oct 30, 2009
The structure as described exceeds obstruction standards and/or would have an adverse physical or electromagnetic interference effect upon navigable airspace, the ruling stated. The ruling emphasized that the finding is preliminary and that further study is necessary to determine whether the effect of Chiofaro s proposed complex would have a significant impact on air traffic. (Boston Globe)
Staying Out of a Jam: Air Force Looks at Nanotube Sheets for Electromagnetic Shielding Oct 27, 2009
Strong, lightweight materials made from nanotubes could protect aircraft and satellites from harmful electromagnetic interference ... The U.S. Air Force is evaluating material for potential deployment in advanced electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electrostatic discharge (ESD) shielding systems on manned and unmanned aircraft ... Aerospace and aircraft companies as well as the military have been challenged to find ways of effectively shielding sensitive electronic equipment such as radar and... (Scientific American)
Measuring The Next Successful Antennas For In-body Health Monitoring Devices Sep 25, 2009
5, 2005) With the dynamic evolution of wireless technology, Mayo Clinic researchers have been concerned about the potential effects of electromagnetic interference on heart pacemakers and implantable. (Feb. (Science Daily)
ASUS Leads the PC Hardware Industry with a New Motherboard Series Featuring Optimized Designs Sep 2, 2009
By passing stringent Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing that is 30% more rigorous than industry benchmarks; the new motherboards have exceptionally low EMI emissions. Together with a low Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and an I/O bracket called Q-Shield, these features help to significantly reduce any negative health impact and potential damage to components. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
New Industrial LCD Panels With 100,000 Hour MTBF LED Backlight Systems From Toshiba America Electronic Components Aug 26, 2009
Also, the new LED-backlit displays do not require the high-voltage and high-frequency circuits needed to control luminance in CCFL-backlit displays, thus enabling a higher level of flexibility in system design in terms of safety, electromagnetic interference (EMI) compensation, and system architecture. "In 2008, ahead of all competitors, TMD started volume production of a new series of industrial TFT LCD panels with an LED backlight system rated for 70,000 hours MTBF at ordinary room... (PR Newswire)
Fiber optic on track Aug 25, 2009
Fibers are used instead of metal wires because signals travel along them with less loss and are also immune to electromagnetic interference. It is arguably faster than cable or DSL connections. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Ultimate Long Distance Communication: Talking To Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Aug 21, 2009
The amplifier underwent vigorous spaceflight testing -- including vibration, thermal vacuum, radiation and electromagnetic interference tests -- to ensure that it could withstand the intense conditions of launch and lunar orbit. Simons, Peterson and other members of the Glenn team were on standby when LRO entered its final orbit and began transmitting data. (Science Daily)
Air Force certifies Savi RFID tags Aug 19, 2009
Eight of Savis RFID tags which can be affixed to supplies, unit load devices, containers, pallets and other transport conveyances were approved under MIL-STD-46IF and MIL-STD-464A, which address electromagnetic interference issues. Certification was granted after tests proved that the RFID tags did not interfere with onboard aircraft avionics such as radios, navigation or flight instruments. (FCW.com)
Reports questions light rail at U of Minnesota Jul 24, 2009
MINNEAPOLIS A University of Minnesota report questions the consequences of running a light rail line through the Minneapolis campus, citing concerns that vibration and electromagnetic interference from the line could damage sensitive research equipment at the school ... The report urges university administration to insist the light rail builders limit vibration and electromagnetic interference to current levels. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
EMP: A Poorly Understood Threat Jul 21, 2009
This can be viewed as both a blessing and a curse, the latter due to the increased vulnerability of the network to EMP and other forms of electromagnetic interference. The response to major blackouts over the past half century has been to develop protective methods and regulations that have helped to avoid many of the pitfalls of the past. (Energy Pulse, CO)
Uppsala University and the Swedish Institute of Space Physics Collaborate with IBM In Large Scale Study of 'Space Weather' Jun 3, 2009
As critical infrastructure such as power grids and telecommunications networks become more digitally aware, instrumented and interconnected, it is increasingly important to understand how these can be affected by influences such as electromagnetic interference or other changes in the atmosphere. Researchers at Uppsala University and the Swedish Institute of Space Physics worked with the LOIS Space Center facility in Sweden to develop a new type of tri-axial antenna that streams three-dimensional... (PR Newswire)
NE Iowa couple's computer mystery stumps experts May 17, 2009
"The only thing that really springs to mind is electromagnetic interference," Freisinger said. Electromagnetic interference can interrupt, obstruct or otherwise degrade or limit the effective performance of an electrical circuit ... "Perhaps the laptop is particularly sensitive to electromagnetic interference," Freisinger said. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Inexpensive plastic used in CDs could improve aircraft, computer electronics May 16, 2009
Computer failure, for instance, results from the build up of thermal and electrical charges, so developing these polymer nanotube composites into an antistatic coating or to provide a shield against electromagnetic interference would increase the lifespan of computing devices, ranging from PCs to PDAs. The next step of this research is to develop ink formulations to paint these polycarbonate nanocomposites onto various electrical components. (EurekAlert!)
Altera, National Semi working on digital video Apr 1, 2009
The collaboration leverages Altera's low-cost Cyclone III FPGAs and National's FPD-Link II embedded clock Serdes architecture to deliver high-speed, long-range data-exchange solutions that provide high bandwidth, low electromagnetic interference (EMI), increased reliability and lower system costs, according to the companies. Through their initial collaboration, Altera and National developed a reference design showing the transmission of a digital video bitstream over a 10-meter CAT6 cable to... (EETimes)
Curtis Industries acquires product lines Mar 26, 2009
has acquired the electromagnetic interference filters and filtered connectors product lines of of Salisbury, Md. Curtis, a Milwaukee manufacturer of electronic electromagnetic interference filters and wire interconnect terminal blocks, is a division of , Milwaukee. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Fort official: Scope of electronic proving ground law focused Mar 22, 2009
According to Cornelius C. Smith Jr. s book Fort Huachuca, the Story of a Frontier Post, the installation was a natural choice, as it was relatively free from electromagnetic interference owing to its isolated position. That led to the establishment of the Army Electronic Proving Ground as the major command on the fort. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Hospital Mobile Phones 'Superbug' Scare Mar 14, 2009
Scientists demonstrated that incidents of electromagnetic interference from certain cell. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Eurotech Introduces Catalyst Module XL, a Compact, Rugged Embedded Computer Based on Intel(R) Atom(TM) Processor Z5xx Series Platform Mar 3, 2009
Robust EMI design: Low emissions for minimal electromagnetic interference and radio frequency interference. Compatibility: drop-in replacement for the original, standard temperature range Catalyst Module. (PR Newswire)
GlideScope(R) Ranger Video Laryngoscope by Verathon(R) Awarded Airworthiness Certification by U.S. Army Feb 19, 2009
The evaluation can include electromagnetic interference and compatibility, environmental, and human factors testing in the laboratory, as well as assessments by engineers and medical personnel under a variety of conditions. The certification is issued only after comprehensive testing, to ensure the safety of the aircraft, its systems, its crew and its patients on board. (PR Newswire)
FAA report says Cape Wind plan may pose hazard Feb 14, 2009
"Initial findings of this study indicate that the structure as described exceeds obstruction standards and/or would have an adverse physical or electromagnetic interference effect," the Federal Aviation Administration said in the report. But the agency also opened the door to a solution for Cape Wind, suggesting that improvements to one of the three air traffic control radar systems that cover Nantucket Sound could solve the problems caused by the 440-foot-tall wind turbines. (Boston Globe)
Nanotech film developer ready to ramp production Feb 13, 2009
Other applications include electromagnetic interference filters. "Our technology is cleaner and greener than lithography," Eric Granstrom, Cima's vice president of research and development, claimed in a statement. (EETimes)
