International Frequency Sensor Association (IFSA) Newsletter

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IFSA Newsletter, No. 11, November 2004

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In this issue:

1.   Sensors and Transducers: Frequency Output Versus Voltage Output

2.   New Books on Sensor Networks (2004)

3.   CAN-based Sensor Network (free brochure from CAN in Automation (CiA))

4.   Special Issue: S&T Magazine (e-Digest), Vol. 51, No.1, January 2005 (Reminder)

5.   Sensors & Transducers e-Digest, No.11, November 2004

6.   Sensors Web Portal Up-dates Briefs

7.   Subscriber services

8.   Additional Information

Plus lots more information to be found on Sensors Web Portal: http://www.sensorsportal.com

Sensors and Transducers: Frequency Output Versus Voltage Output

Our  online sensor survey 2004: What Do You Use Most ? is coming to its final stage. One month remains before it will be closed and we will have very good statistics and basis for the future prediction. Many thanks to all our IFSA members and visitors who take part and answer for one important question. But the most interesting things is that our online survey becomes now a mini forum with an interesting discussion what is better: frequency or voltage output ? There is not only answer for the main question what do you use most, but also some interesting suggestions, comments and opinions. You can see it all as well as add your own opinion by visiting http://www.sensorsportal.com/HTML/Polls.htm  Click the 'view results' and than 'comments'.

All these were an impact to write this editorial article 'Sensors and Transducers: Frequency Output Versus Voltage Output' with aim to analyse main benefits and demerits of frequency-time sensor's output.

Prof., Dr. Sergey Y. Yurish

IFSA Vice President

E-mail: ifsa@sensorsportal.com

New Books on Sensor Networks (2004)

Wireless Sensor Networks by C. S. Raghavendra, Krishna M. Sivalingam, Taieb F. Znati		Handbook of Sensor Networks: Compact Wireless and Wired Sensing Systems, by Mohammad Ilyas, Imad Mahgoub
	Hardcover: 442 pages ;  Dimensions (in inches): 1.18 x 9.50 x 6.46 Publisher: Kluwer Academic Publishers Publication Date:  April 1, 2004 ISBN: 1402078838 More details ...		Hardcover: 672 pages Dimensions (in inches): 1.98 x 10.28 x 7.20 Publisher: CRC Press Publication Date: July 16, 2004 ISBN: 0849319684 More details ...

CAN-based Sensor Network

CAN in Automation (CiA) has published a free-of-charge brochure about sensors that are connected via a CAN-based network. Aspects discussed are: standardization of sensor profiles, integrated CAN interface in sensors, CAN-based higher-layer protocols such as CANopen and DeviceNet. Click <here> to download.

Special Issue: S&T Magazine (e-Digest), Vol. 51, No.1, January 2005 (Reminder)

Sensors & Transducers Magazine (e-Digest), Vol.51, No.1, January 2005, Special Issue: Sensor Instrumentation, DAQ Systems and Virtual Instruments. Research and applications articles, cover story, reviews are welcome.   Deadline for Articles: extended up to 15 December 2004 Ad-Close Date: 20 December 2004   Click <here> for Instructions for Authors

Sensors & Transducers e-Digest (ISSN 1726-5479), No. 11, November 2004

Editorial (click a title to see an article):

• Sensors and Transducers: Frequency Output Versus Voltage Output

Product News 

• 4 to 20 mA Temperature / Vibration Output Sensor

• Highly Integrated Pressure Sensors for Automotive Applications

• Triaxial Force Sensor Monitors Machine Tools and Presses

• Torque Flange Sensor for Complete Measurement

• Strain Gage Sensor Signal Conditioners

• PDA Displays Vibration Spectrum Analysis Using Accelerometers

• Sound Level Meter with Extended Capability to Measure Wind and Rotational Speed

• Sensor Simulators for Verifying Test Set-ups

• The Ectropyx Integration Platform for Sensors

• Filters and Attenuators for ICP and Charge Output Sensor Signals

The deadline for articles, press releases and sponsored White Papers for the next  jubilee issue of S&T e-Digest No.12, Vol.50, December 2004 is 15 December 2004

Sensors Web Portal Up-Date Briefs:

News:

• New issue of Sensors & Transducers e-Digest, Vol.49, Issue 11, November 2004 is in the DIGEST section with products and technology news

• Media Kit 2005 is available for download (20 % discount for all orders before the end of 2004)

• Online Store Showcase (e-Shop 12) with infrared thermometer from Fluke, Extech, Electronic Specialties and Summit

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