Daily weather data for Mars is collected by the orbiter using the Mars Color Imager (MARCI), a camera which monitors the surface and atmosphere of the planet across five visible and two ultraviolet wavelengths. This camera is based on the KODAK KAI-1001 Image Sensor, a one-megapixel device that provides both high sensitivity and high dynamic range. The orbiter’s Context Camera (CTX) is based on the KODAK KLI-5001 Image Sensor, a 5,000-pixel linear CCD device that scans the surface of the planet as the orbiter passes overhead. Providing a resolution of six meters per pixel (allowing features the size of a large pick-up truck to be detected), this camera has now mapped over one-third of the planet’s surface, and is also being used to help evaluate potential landing sites for the 2009 Mars Science Laboratory rover mission. The KODAK KAI-1001 Image Sensor used on the Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter flew on both the Mars Climate Orbiter and Mars Polar Lander missions, and can be found today in the Thermal Emission Imaging System (THEMIS) camera of the Mars Odyssey Orbiter and in the Super Resolution Channel (SRC) camera of the Mars Express orbiter. The Venus Monitoring Camera (VMC) of the Venus Express orbiter is based on the KODAK KAI-1010 Image Sensor, and KODAK CCD Image Sensors are also used routinely in cameras operated by astronauts on both the International Space Station as well as across the space shuttle fleet…

The BLISS HD. A comprehensive workstation incorporating a dedicated microscope stand, scanning instrumentation and powerful, easy-to-use software, the system offers the highest optical performance commercially available for virtual slide scanning. It offers a high degree of flexibility, allowing multiple-magnification scanning as well as an option for high-resolution oil immersion scans. Its Virtual Z feature allows capture and display of multiple Z focal planes for true virtual microscopy applications, and the system is designed to be easy to use, with simple one- or two-touch operation. The BLISS HD workstation also includes SlideTray, a digital slide organizer, WebSlide Enterprise Viewer and Database software, storage for 750-1000 slides and dual 20-inch color monitors. The system comes equipped with Olympus 1.25x, 10x, 20x and 40x UIS2 plan apochromatic objectives. The optional oil scanning package includes a 60x, 1.35 NA, UIS2 objective plus software…

The new JVC Gumy Air brings the comfort of a custom fit to affordable ear bud headphones through its use of a soft silicon rubber air cushion for the earpiece. The JVC HA-F240 features a large 11mm neodymium driver unit that offers high power handling and sensitivity. To further enhance the listening experience, friction noise has been greatly reduced through the use of a 1.0 meter friction noise reduction cord, equipped with an iPhone-compatible plug. The silicon rubber air cushion sets a new standard for comfort in the ear bud category. The soft-touch cushion changes shape to conform to the contours of the wearer’s ear, ensuring that the ear buds fit securely and comfortably…

The Haz-location (Haz-Loc) certified AP-5181, that is designed to extend the wireless enterprise into the harshest work environments. The increasing adoption of WLAN technology and mobile computing in hazardous areas not only leads to improved business processes, but also can be utilized to provide enhancements that keep workers safe. Motorola’s mesh technology enhances the flexibility on AP placement and lowers the cost for providing network access. The addition of these new AP-5181’s in a customer’s control network – the main network used to control plant equipment/machinery – enables more sensors and metering devices to be supported that provide critical information such as temperature, humidity and pressure readouts of plant machinery resulting in significant cost savings through process control and optimization…