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News Release from: Nanotron Technologies | Subject: Chirp spread spectrum components
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 11 May 2007
Spread-spectrum devices aid condition
monitoring
Nanotron has provided the wireless component for the first energy-independent condition monitoring system with wireless data transmission.
At last month's Hanover Fair, Prueftechnik Condition Monitoring launched the first energy-independent condition monitoring system with wireless data transmission Nanotron provided the wireless component of the jointly developed solution which uses chirp spread spectrum's (CSS) benefits: long range, high robustness and low power consumption
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 9 Jul 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Johann Loesl, Managing Director of Prueftechnik Condition Monitoring says: "The reliability and energy-efficiency of Nanotron's CSS wireless technology allowed us to 'cut the cord,' even in harsh industrial environments".
Nanotron's CEO Dr Jens Albers adds: "We are excited to be part of this condition monitoring product offering by partnering with Prueftechnik and Perpetuum, two leading companies in their area of expertise".
Nanotron is committed to open industry standards, and offers total solutions encompassing chips, RF modules, networking software, development tools and custom project support.
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