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Hitech Briefs - Karel Smrcka

Window contacts that need no wiring or batteries

Window contacts tell us which of a house's windows are open or closed. German researchers have now developed a fail-safe system that is particularly easy to use and needs no wiring or batteries. The sensors harvest the energy they need to run from...
02 Dec 11
 
 
Automotive

Tyre developments on a roll

Wheel and tyre producers will soon be offering super single SuSi tyres. Thanks to their reduced weight, compared to dual tyres, maximum freight capacity is increased.
07 Nov 03
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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