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Recent #environmental monitoring news in the semiconductor industry

idw-online
3 months ago

Sensorics as a Game-Changer: From Disaster Protection to Medical Technology

➀ The fourth Applied Sensorics Technology Day (TAS) at Coburg University focused on sensorics as a key technology for the future.

➁ The event featured discussions on the latest developments and innovative applications in sensorics.

➂ Presentations included practical applications in areas like environmental and infrastructure monitoring, industrial sensorics, and healthcare technology.

NetworkingSensor Technologyenvironmental monitoringinnovation
electronicsweekly
4 months ago

MoD awards £127m contract to build SAR-surveillance satellites in UK

➀ The UK MoD has awarded a £127 million contract to Airbus to build a constellation of SAR-satellites called Oberon, set to be deployed in 2027.

➁ Oberon will utilize SAR technology to capture high-resolution imagery in any weather conditions, enhancing the UK's ISR capabilities.

➂ The project is part of the MoD's ISTARI programme, aiming to deploy a constellation of satellites by 2031 for various applications, including military operations and environmental monitoring.

AirbusClimate ChangeIntelligenceSpace technologyenvironmental monitoringsatellite
electronicsforu
5 months ago

Choose The Right Cloud Platform For Implementing IoT Protocols

➀ The article discusses the importance of choosing the right cloud platform for implementing IoT protocols. ➁ It highlights various use cases of IoT across different industries. ➂ It emphasizes the significance of leveraging appropriate libraries and cloud services for seamless integration of IoT devices with cloud-based applications.
AgricultureHealthcareIoTRetailSmart BuildingsSmart CitiesSupply Chain ManagementTransportationenvironmental monitoringsmart home
idw-online
6 months ago

The Intelligent Swarm: Teamwork is also important for drones

➀ The Helmholtz Institute Freiberg for Resource Technology and the Center for Advanced Systems Understanding have conducted tests to create a conceptual framework for an autonomous swarm with a specific mission. The swarm is designed to efficiently scan irregularly structured environments. ➁ The research aims to improve economic prosperity, social development, and environmental protection through the use of drones. ➂ The proposed system is more resilient to failures and can recover quickly. It has been tested both in virtual and real drone swarms, demonstrating its reliability and performance.
Autonomous SystemsScientific ResearchUAVdronesenvironmental monitoringrobotics
electronicsweekly
9 months ago

Is anyone working on a pesticide sensor?

➀ The article discusses a citizen science project focused on water quality monitoring, particularly the detection of nitrates and pesticides. ➁ Pesticides, being a complex mix of hundreds of chemicals, require advanced techniques like chromatography and mass spectrometry for detection, which are not feasible for citizen scientists. ➂ The author inquires if any organization is developing an electronic pesticide sensor that could enable on-the-spot testing and potentially allow for permanent monitoring setups using low-power wireless technologies.
citizen scienceenvironmental monitoringsensors
azonano
10 months ago

Rapid Detection of Food Additives in River Water Using a C18 Functionalized Nanocomposite

➀ Researchers developed a novel method using a C18 functionalized magnetic organic polymer nanocomposite for rapid detection of food additives in river water. ➁ The method showed high sensitivity and efficiency, with recoveries exceeding 88.7% for eleven tested additives. ➂ The study highlights the potential of this method for environmental monitoring and food safety.
Food AdditivesNanocompositeenvironmental monitoring