MAX30009 can shrink remote patient monitoring devices, says Analog Devices

Bioimpedance remote patient monitoring devices can be reduced in sized and the lifetime extended, using the MAX30009 low power BioZ analogue front end (AFE) said Analog Devices. 

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Iridium antenna is small enough for headsets and trackers

Claimed to be the world’s smallest antenna tuned for Iridium satellite services, the HXDC1600 has been released by Helix Geospace. The antenna tuned for Iridium satellite services can operate safely near the human head with minimal performance degradation, said the company. It is designed for use in mobile handsets, wearable trackers and personal safety devices.

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Partnership delivers sports data to smartglasses

Two European technology companies, Suunto and Activelook announced their partnership at MWC this week. Finnish sports watch manufacturer, Suunto has opened its API (application programming interface) to connect to the Activelook technology, developed by Activelook, the augmented reality (AR) division of French company MicroOLED. The partnership connects the watches to what is claimed to be the world’s lightest AR eyewear.

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MEMS sensors add machine learning in the edge and electrostatic sensing 

A third generation of MEMS sensors are intended for consumer mobiles and smart industries, healthcare, and retail.

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