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IMT Brings Digital Microwave Technology to MILCOM 2011

01.01.70

IMT is highlighting its ultra-compact VSTx COFDM Transmitter at this year’s show.  VSTx is an ultra-small, low-power, standard definition (SD) transmitter ideally suited for UAV/UGV, robotic, concealed body-worn video wires and other surveillance applications. The VSTx features superb H.264 SD encoding and operates in the standard 2k DVB-T COFDM mode. Only two cubic inches in size and weighing in at 26.3 grams, the VSTx is available with two connector options. The first model features a standard connector for simple interfacing in the field. The VSTx can easily be used in fielded small robotic applications, as well as body-worn operations. The second model features a small flex ribbon interface cable that is ideal for direct integration in OEM systems design. The VSTx transmitter can be operated in 1.25-or 2.5-MHz narrow-bandwidth COFDM (NBCOFDM) modes with an RF output up to 100mW. This mode uses the RF spectrum more efficiently, permitting more transmitters to be used simultaneously, or allowing their usage range to be extended. Narrow bandwidth also delivers extended usable range, with no additional power output required.

Source: Helicopter Association International

GeckoSystems Actively Negotiating Joint Venture with Chinese Wheelchair ...

01.01.70

, CEO, GeckoSystems.

According to 2010 United States Census figures there are 3.3 million wheelchair users age 15 or over. Power assisted wheelchairs are a wonderful aid to the disabled, but severe spasticity or tremor (associated with brain or spinal cord injury, stroke, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson's disease) and visual or cognitive limitations make it difficult, if not impossible, for many wheelchair users to enjoy the freedom of movement provided by a power wheelchair.

A live demonstration of GeckoSystems' completed prototype "collision proof" chair is available at http://www.geckosystems.com/markets/wheelchair.php . The wheelchair is seen navigating smoothly in a mall and in a grocery store. It avoids both moving and stationary obstacles without sudden movements (such as those caused by tremor when using a joystick) that could cause pain or injury to the occupant of the chair. GeckoSystems hopes that wheelchair users around the world will soon have access to this new technology that enhances both the safety and the mobility of the user.

Source: PR Newswire (press release)