Sensors
Robust current sensing IC improves system efficiency
Increasing overall system efficiency and saving space in high current applications, a robust general purpose current sensing IC has been introduced by International Rectifier. The IR25750 uses the Rds(on) of a power MOSFET or the VCE(on) of an IGBT to measure current, eliminating the need for large external current sensing resistors.
Europe is making a huge impact in printed sensors
Printed Electronics Europe, hosted by IDTechEx, is now less than two weeks away. European organisations have been particularly innovative in identifying new applications for printed sensors. And in the race for the commercialisation of new emerging sensor technologies, it seems that many leaders are based in Europe.
Humidity and temperature transmitter for climate control
Developed for highly accurate measurement of relative humidity and temperature in demanding climate control applications, the EE210 transmitter has been announced by E+E Elektronik. Aside from relative humidity and temperature, the EE210 calculates further physical quantities such as dew point temperature, absolute humidity and mixing ratio.
Unbreakable glass cover composite protects passengers
The technology group SCHOTT and DELO Industrial Adhesives collaborate in the development of an unbreakable glass cover composite for vehicle displays, thus providing for improved road safety. A high-tech adhesive bonds the display to the special glass cover, satisfying all safety requirements imposed by the automotive industry and protect occupants of vehicles against cutting injuries.
Ready-to-use platform for evaluating MEMs sensors
The STEVAL-MKI109V2 motherboard from STMicroelectronics is designed to provide users with a complete, ready-to-use platform for the evaluation of the company’s MEMS products. The board features a DIL24 socket to mount all available adapters for both digital and analog output MEMS devices.
Digital pressure sensor suits hostile environments
Suitable for high performance, low pressure applications in hostile environments, the 86BSD is a media-isolated digital output pressure sensor from Measurement Specialties. Combining a low-profile, 16 mm diaphragm diameter with a rugged 316L stainless steel housing, the sensor provides both pressure and temperature readouts.
SMD-type ultrasonic sensor delivers 100dB at 40kHz
Murata have announced that it has developed a SMD-type ultrasonic sensor and that the product will be manufactured by Hakui Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., with production starting in summer 2014. Constructed in an ultra low profile package measuring just 5.2 x 5.2 mm and 1.15 mm thick, the MA40H1S-R series is capable of delivering up to 100 dB sound pressure at 40 kHz. Operating voltage is 6 Vp-p and the sensor has a -6dB full angle beam of...
Accelerometer series is suited for health monitoring applications
A range of DC-operated, dual axis servo accelerometers, designated the A820 Series, has been announced by Sherborne Sensors. Developed from the company's A320 single axis accelerometer, the A820 is particularly suitable for deployment in structural health monitoring applications where its compact design and precisely aligned measurement axes simplify installation whilst significantly reducing cabling and installation costs tha...
Low-cost pressure sensor is accurate in harsh environments
Providing an accuracy of ±0.25% F.S. BFSL in harsh environments, the M5200 is a low-cost, durable pressure transducer with exceptional modularity. Measurement Specialties' compact sensor can measure liquids or gases such as contaminated water, steam and mildly corrosive fluids, in commercial, automotive, agricultural and heavy industrial applications.
Turnkey wearable platform shortens time-to-market
A turnkey wearable platform solution, intended to substantially shorten the time-to-market for any OEM or ODM, has been announced by InvenSense. The InvenSense wearable platform solution integrates all of the key functions of a health and fitness wearable device including motion sensors, pressure sensor, MCU, and BLE.