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    The emerging VITA 93 QMC open-systems standard aims at high-performance I/O for small-form-factor embedded computing.
    Computers

    VITA 93 QMC new open-systems standard for high-performance I/O on the horizon for small-form-factor modules

    John Keller
    Jan. 14, 2025
    VITA 93 QMC open-systems I/O standard may see applications as replacements for 1553, CAN bus, and ARINC 429 for military and commercial aviation uses.

    Uncrewed

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    The Ardronis Detect solution provides immediate notification of the presence of readio signals from commercial drones. Rhode & Schwarz image.
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    Nuclear thermal propulsion may enable maneuver warfare in space, and reduce the time it takes for astronauts to reach Mars.
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    A high-resolution image of a of muscle cell nuclei highlighting the essential role of DNA and genetic material in controlling protein
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    As part of the STARE experiments conducted in the low-speed wind tunnel, the DLR team is investigating, among other factors, which areas on the drone's surface are more suitable for recording gas concentration and wind strength. Furthermore, correction algorithms are to be developed at a later stage to eliminate the errors in measurement data caused by the downdraft effect. Credit: DLR (CC BY-NC-ND 3.0)
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    Extreme-temperature pressure sensors can withstand the heat of jet engines
    Sensors

    BAE Systems to design extreme-temperature pressure sensor for hypersonic aircraft and inside jet engines

    John Keller
    Dec. 10, 2024
    BAE Systems will design and build a new pressure sensor module -- consisting of an integrated transducer and signal-conditioning microelectronics.
    The Hermod II rugged 10 Gigabit Ethernet switch is for military and industrial ground vehicles.
    Communications

    Ethernet switch with time-sensitive networking (TSN) for deterministic performance introduced by Concurrent

    Concurrent Technologies
    Dec. 10, 2024
    Hermod II may represent the industry's transition from legacy low-bandwidth, deterministic interfaces to high-bandwidth Ethernet backbones.
    Diffuse reflection photoelectric proximity sensors from L-com are for industrial automation and robotics.
    Sensors

    Diffuse reflection photoelectric proximity sensors for industrial automation and robotics offered by L-com

    L-com Global Connectivity
    Dec. 6, 2024
    These sensors contain a specialized integrated circuit that delivers stable performance, easy installation, and a selection of output options.
    The Analog Devices ADXRS645 is a high performance angular rate sensor with vibration immunity for use in high temperature environments, with acceleration and vibration rejection.
    Sensors

    DARPA asks industry for MEMS gyros rugged enough for positioning and navigation in fast unmanned vehicles

    John Keller
    Dec. 5, 2024
    NIMBUS seeks to design micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) gyros and accelerometers able to withstand the high G forces of fast maneuvering.
    Artist’s concept image of a spacecraft lander with a robot arm on the surface of Europa. Image by NASA/JPL – Caltech.
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    NASA explores autonomous surface missions on 'ocean worlds'

    Dec. 5, 2024
    Technologies that can enable spacecraft autonomy generally fall under the umbrella of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and have been evolving rapidly in recent years, the agency reports...