Silicon Sensing Systems, a joint venture based in the UK between Sumitomo Precision Products and Collins Aerospace, is commemorating its 25th anniversary with a significant sales increase of over 65% in the past five years.
Since its inception 25 years ago, Silicon Sensing has experienced a consistent surge in demand for its durable, high-performance inertial sensing technologies. The company has played a pivotal role in various notable projects, from the innovative Segway personal transport device to the groundbreaking Mayflower Autonomous Ship, which successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean without human intervention in June 2022.
The company’s advanced technology has attracted widespread interest as the need for precise motion sensing data continues to rise across diverse markets, including surveying, mapping, and marine applications.
David Sommerville, the General Manager of Silicon Sensing Systems, stated, “Currently, our sensors and systems are utilized in a broad range of positioning, stabilization, and navigation applications, spanning from subsea to space. We have observed particularly strong interest in the marine sector due to the suitability of our rugged, compact, solid-state technology for operations in this challenging environment.”
Silicon Sensing’s patented micro electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) technology covers a range of inertial requirements, from individual silicon vibrating ring sensors to full 6-axis inertial measurement units (IMUs). The company’s latest product, the DMU41, has redefined the capabilities of MEMS technology by providing high-performance sensing in a smaller, more cost-effective unit. This robust unit has demonstrated flawless operation in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +85°C, setting a new standard for reliability and adaptability in the marine market.
Sommerville further stated, “Our latest products currently available in the market offer tactical-grade performance levels that exceed the typical expectations of MEMS technology. However, our upcoming generation of products, expected to be released in the next two to three years, aims to redefine MEMS inertial technology. For the first time, Silicon Sensing aims to provide navigation-level inertial sensing performance in a compact, robust, and cost-effective MEMS package.”
Silicon Sensing is scheduled to exhibit at Oceanology International, stand D450, in London from March 12 to 14, 2024.
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