Sensors
SiPM dToF LiDAR platform for range finding applications
ON Semiconductor has introduced a single point direct Time-of-Flight dToF LiDAR solution enabled by the company's Silicon Photomultiplier (SiPM) technology. The application of light detection and ranging, or LiDAR, is growing across all sectors, including robotics and industrial proximity sensing where millimetre range accuracy is mandatory.
Zytronic wins prestigious contract in Thailand
Zytronic has announced its patented Multitouch Projected Capacitive Technology (MPCT) with object recognition has been selected for integration into interactive tables in Thailand. The 55” touchscreen, which is being used as a real-estate marketing asset in Bangkok, enables property buyers to virtually visit apartments at Singha Estates’ prestigious ESSE Asoke condominium development.
UL 217 verified smoke detector reference design
Analog Devices has introduced a reference design and algorithm that enables small form factor, low power, smoke detector designs to be rapidly prototyped and brought to market faster at a reduced cost. The new CN0537 reduces design risk and has been tested and verified to pass the UL 217 Standard for Smoke Alarms, 8th edition.
Submersible linear position sensors for long-term operation
As offshore drilling goes into deeper depths, NewTek Sensor Solutions offers custom designs of Submersible Linear Position Sensors that offer high reliability and long-term operation in corrosive and high-pressure subsea environments.
FMCW transceiver in stock at Mouser
The AWR2243 frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) transceiver from Texas Instruments (TI) is in stock at distributor Mouser Electronics.
Sensors are key to overcoming supply chain disruptions
Supply chain and logistics have seen massive disruptions as a result of COVID-19, creating new challenges for retail and manufacturing operations worldwide. In the new report 'Sensing for Modern Logistics', Lux Research identifies how sensors can be used to improve and modernise logistics across various industries to shore up global supply chain infrastructures.
High accuracy current sensors optimised for e-mobility
Melexis has introduced the MLX91211 Hall-effect current-sensing IC. Two variants are offered, providing a choice of features and performance to satisfy cost-sensitive applications. These range from belt-driven starter generators to traction inverters for low speed electric vehicles and e-scooters, as well as industrial applications such as electrified forklift trucks and pallet trucks.
Proximity sensors help cut welding downtime
RS Components (RS) has added the OMRON E2EW series welding proximity sensors to its portfolio.
Temperature scanner offers 99.8% identification accuracy
In stock now at Mouser Electronics, Inc. is the TSCAN-750 temperature scanning entry system from Amphenol Advanced Sensors.
Novel sensor detects oversized ore in real time
In partnership with engineering firm AMOG Consulting, Omniflex has developed an oversized ore detection system for the global mining industry. The system uses sensors on the tray and machine-learning techniques to detect the size of ore rubble as it loaded into haul trucks to be carried from the blast site to the crushing plant. This information is wirelessly communicated through Omniflex’s gateway in the cab of the truck to the driver and ...