On February 16, 2010, Kontron America issued an End of Life (EOL) notification regarding the elimination of serial and I/O devices from their product listing.…
Synchronous: The Other Serial Communications
Synchronous serial communications is a technology that you may have heard of, but perhaps have not used. It is usually employed when large amounts of…
Relays: Computer Driven Control Systems
I’ve always had an interest in automation technology. One of the simplest and most useful components of computer driven control systems is an electrical relay.…
Keeping Business Local in Morocco
On a recent trip to Morocco, I took a hot air balloon ride with Ciel d’Afrique. When Maurice, the Frenchman who owned the company, started…
Engineering an America’s Cup Champion
My interest in sailing began before I could walk. My father has owned several sailboats. While my father introduced me to sailing and taught me…
Sensacell’s Interactive Technology
One of the great things about being in Sales is that I never have the same day twice. I enjoy meeting new customers and learning…
Interoperability Defined
Interoperable communication systems can allow federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies with different radio communications hardware to interact seamlessly during times of crisis or…
Intelligent Gardening with the SeaDAC Lite
We all want some of the tasks we do every day to complete themselves. Thermostats have replaced fireplaces and fans; lights turn on in the…
A Day in the Life of a Sealevel Engineer
For me, one of the draws of engineering at Sealevel is personal involvement in the full product design cycle. Throughout my engineering career I have…