May 9, 2003 – Colibrys SA has launched a high-shock resistant MEMS accelerometer for precision-guided missiles and smart weapons, according to a company release.
Colibrys, which has offices in Switzerland and North Carolina, said the SMD MS 8000 series accelerometers have built-in temperature sensors that boost stability. The launch is part of a long-term goal of moving into higher-volume applications, such as crop harvesting, robotic assembly and guidance for the blind, the release said