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The article discusses about the use of sensors in aerial work platforms. Topics of discussion includes the types of enhanced detections systems, includes ultrasonic sensors radar and light-based radar sensors. The next step involves determining the best placement of sensors on the work platform. Some systems have a sensor detection area with warning and stop zones established.

The article reports on the development of the radar rail system Experimental Test Range rail by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and technology provider ADC USA for the government agency's indoor radar range system. Topics discussed include a description of the indoor radar range and the radar rail system, the opinion of operation director Eric Van Every on the system, and the features of the switching station designed by ADC.

The article reports that the Kwajalein Island in the Republic of the Marshall Islands will host the first radar site of a Space Fence that will detect, monitor, and measure orbiting space objects.

The article recalls several events related to the technology sector. On September 12, 1996, the Slalom water ski was introduced. Meanwhile, a wind turbine was designed by General Electric Co. and United Technology Corp. on September 9, 1976. A radar designed by Lockheed was seen at a Navy WV-2 Super Constellation on September 6, 1956.

The article reports on the radar technology called CCL-Softcar from Cambridge Consultants. The features of the computer software are described. The manner in which software classifies objects is explained. Information is presented on the video system of the radar technology. The impact mitigation measures under consideration are cited.

Reports on the potential use of space missile-detecting radar in treating breast cancer. Problem in treating deep tumors with heat; Difference between cancer cells and healthy cells in terms of water content; Overview of the treatment procedure.

Reports on the synthetic aperture radar (SAR) developed by the Sandia National Laboratories for unmanned aerial vehicles. Description of the MiniSAR; Subsystems of the MiniSAR; Uses of the MiniSAR.

Describes the CCL-Softcar radar-safety system for automobiles from Cambridge Consultants Ltd. Features of the system; Design principles of the radar.

Introduces the FlightMax 850 air-space intelligence radar system from Avidyne Corp. Features of the system; Price.

Describes a cruise-control system, which uses radar to automatically adjust speed and keep appropriate distance between vehicles from TRW Automotive Electronics. How the radar works; Proper location of the radar system in a vehicle.

Focuses on the collision-avoidance radar system developed by engineers at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's Ames Research Center and Honeywell Military Avionics. Features of the 25-GHz millimeter-wave (MMV) radar sensor; Working technology behind the radar system.