The Future Is Bright for LED and General Lighting Technology 

The lighting industry has been evolving at a rapid pace over the last several years, largely due to significant improvements in LED technology, which has positioned it as the go-to technology for traditional lighting fixtures. The growth of global LED usage has been phenomenal, projected to reach 87 percent of all light sources used in 2030, up from less than half in 2019.By virtue of their durability, energy efficiency, versatility and environmentally friendly nature, LEDs are understandably in high demand and have become one of the most ubiquitous electronic components on the market today. With significant advances in LED technology on packages, features, improved efficiencies and manufacturing costs, they have easily surpassed traditional incandescent bulbs and compact fluorescent bulbs (CFLs) in popularity. As a result, LEDs are expected to change the dynamics of lighting in every sector, including industrial, retail, residential, healthcare and automotive. Certain technology trends are emerging that will create a host of new opportunities in the general LED lighting market.

Source: The Future Is Bright for LED and General Lighting Technology | TTI, Inc.

How to spot counterfeit electronic components

Counterfeits electronic components are Electronic components that are misleading as to the origin or quality relating to the parts. It is possible to counterfeit a certain electronic component and potentially infringe one’s trademark license rights. 

Counterfeit parts often have inferior specifications and quality. They may be a hazard in a critical system such as an aircraft navigation and life support equipment or space vehicle. The sale in consumer markets of electronic components making it easier for counterfeiters to integrate inferior and counterfeit goods into the market. 

Source: How to spot counterfeit electronic components | Latest Articles, Top Articles News

Sensors Converge: Sensors for industrial, automotive, and mobile devices

 

The Sensors Converge Conference, held June 27–29, showcased the latest sensor and sensing solutions, particularly contributing to IoT connectivity. These sensor innovations target a range of applications, from automotive and industrial to consumer electronics and mobile devices.

Source: Electronic Products – Sensors for industrial, automotive, and mobile

Sensor ICs Suit Up to Play in EVs, RFIDs, and the IoT

New sensor innovations have emerged to play in market-specific zones. Among these are IS0-26262 electric vehicle (EV) sensors, RFID sensors, and sensors geared for the Internet of Things (IoT).

Source: Sensor ICs Suit Up to Play in EVs, RFIDs, and the IoT – News

Gill Sensors Introduces Liquid level Sensor for Defense Applications

LevelDefend provides continuous liquid level measurement in some of the most arduous military vehicle scenarios and conditions. Its ability to provide reliable measurements (typically in oil, fuel or coolant), whilst withstanding extreme environments such as heat and vibration, has made it a natural choice for vehicles involved in critical operations.

Source: Liquid level sensor provides high reliability in critical defence applications

Amazing Times for Sensor Technology – But Some Issues Stand Out 

The future is increasingly bright for sensors. Sensor technology started from mechanical to digital measurement principles. Right now, we are seeing rapid growth in pressure, temperature, force and position sensing applications in devices of all scales. Lately, sensor development also has played a significant part in the increased development of electric vehicles and mission-critical medical applications. Sensor innovation is allowing humans and collaborative robots (cobots) to share working spaces, a game-changing development on an industrial automation level – all this while the technology has key trends in its favor.

Source: Amazing Times for Sensor Technology – But Some Issues Stand Out | TTI, Inc.

The Role of Optical Sensors in Electronic Applications

Optical sensors are electronic components designed to detect and convert incident light rays into electrical signals. These components are useful for measuring the intensity of incident light and converting it into a form readable by an integrated measuring device, depending on the sensor type. This article outlines the principles of operation of optical sensors, optical sensor types, considerations for optical sensor selection, and key applications.

Source: The Role of Optical Sensors in Electronic Applications – Industry Articles

Pyreos Expands Refrigerant Wavelength Range in Ultra Low Power ezPyro Package

Pyreos, the world’s first supplier of integrated digital SMD pyroelectric sensor subsystems for gas, flame, plus materials analysis applications, and supplier of the world’s smallest SMD pyroelectric detector, announces that it has expanded its refrigerant gas detection range and is now supplying extended-wavelength variants of its ultra-low power, low cost ezPyroTM digital SMD sensors optimized for the latest refrigerant gasses.

Source: PYREOS EXPANDS REFRIGERANT RANGE INTO HIGHER WAVELENGTH VARIANTS IN ULTRA LOW POWER ezPyro DIGITAL SMD – Pyreos

Pyreos announces gunfire detection sensor

Pyreos has chalked up a significant design win with Safe Zone Technologies Inc which supplies gunfire detection systems for indoor spaces.In this application ezPyro infrared detectors are used for high-speed muzzle-flash detection and analysis. The Pyreos sensor is integrated into a very small networked multi-sensor solution which is easily installed within public buildings such as retail stores, schools, and offices. Pyreos began shipping ezPyro sensor subsystems in volume to Safe Zone in late 2019. The design-in cycle lasted just four months and benefitted from Pyreos’ extensive range of reference boards, APIs, engineering application support, and comprehensive design information. ezPyro’s analysis speed, low cost and small form factor were all key factors in Safe Zone’s selection.

Source: PYREOS ANNOUNCES COMMERCIAL SUCCESS IN GUNFIRE DETECTION AND IDENTIFICATION WITH SAFEZONE – Pyreos

Pyreos appoints two new distributors for Asia

Pyreos has announced the appointment of two new distributors to increase its commercial presence in Asia. Pyreos sales to its established Asian distribution network grew by 50% in 2020 and make up around a third of revenues. The company aims to build on this success by joining forces with I&C Micro Systems to access more markets in South Korea, and Pidtek to extend its coverage of China.

Source: Pyreos appoints two new distributors for Asia

Chips4Light offers 265 nm UV LED for Disinfection

Chips 4 Light extends its UV LED Portfolio and offers a highly effective UV LED in 265 nm for sterilization and disinfection applications. This UV LED developed by Stanley Electric Co., Ltd, proofs in a first scientific study in collaboration with Yamaguchi University in Japan to minimize the germ formation also for viruses such as the Corona SARS CoV-2. Generally, is the emission in this wavelength spectrum suitable for all kinds of surface, air and water disinfection. Further test and studies will be succeeded.

Source: New 265 nm UV LED for Disinfection » Chips4Light

10K/15K Resolution Line Can Image Sensor Enable Inspection Systems Throughput

Premstaetten, Austria (February 11, 2021) — ams (SIX: AMS), a leading worldwide supplier of high-performance sensor solutions, today launches the 4LS series, adding new faster and higher resolution line scan image sensors to its broad family of sensors for machine-vision applications. Use of cameras equipped with 4LS sensors will help operators of the latest smart factories to maintain the highest standards of quality control while increasing the volume of production output.

Source: 4LS – 4LS | ams