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The Frankfurt celebration of teamwork and corporate fitness is generally one of biggest in the world. In 2017 there were 63,766, participants, all running to benefit young, handicapped German athletes.

It is fall 2017 when we receive a call from students of Technical University Delft. They are working on a Solar Boat and could use a sensor and a partner who could provide them with some expertise. They might be young, but don't underestimate them, the students know exactly what they are talking about. After a short session with one of our Technical Sales Engineers it is totally clear what they need: a dynamic torque sensor.

Delft Hyperloop has revealed the design of their brand-new Hyperloop launcher and Pod Atlas. With the launcher, the team will participate in the Hyperloop competition of SpaceX on July 22 and attempt to set a speed record.

Althen, the specialist for electrical measurement of physical quantities, is expanding and completing its portfolio in the areas of Inclination Measurement, Leveling and Inclination Monitoring. For special requirements Althen offers customized solutions in the form of a sensor or a complete measuring system.

The market confirms it: in the interface between man and machine, joysticks are becoming increasingly important as input devices in today's operating concepts. That's why Althen Sensors & Controls, the specialist for sensors, measuring systems and process automation enlarges its product range in this area. It also includes joysticks built with IECEx-approved components (ATEX) and suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres.