Sensors
Embedded machine learning with the SensorTile
The SensorTile Curriculum is open source university-level coursework created for those seeking hands-on experience in real time embedded systems based on Arm-Core microcontrollers.
Automotive kick-to-open using TI mmWave sensors
Unlike other sensing technologies, TI mmWave sensors can detect a kick from up to 1m and due to its wide field of view, the AWR1642BOOST-ODS evaluation kit allows the user to kick from multiple directions around the sensor.
Collaboration on future sensor fusion hardware platforms
ON Semiconductor and AImotive, have jointly announced that they will work together to develop prototype sensor fusion platforms for automotive applications. The collaboration will help customers explore highly integrated solutions for future generations of sensor data conditioning hardware platforms.
Sensor prototyping kit suits IoT applications
The multi-sensor IoT prototyping kit Nordic Thingy:91 from Nordic Semiconductor is now available at Rutronik UK. Designed for IoT applications based on the nRF9160 SiP (System-in-Package), the new kit features the nRF52840 for short-range radio connection and a broad collection of sensors and interfaces, which makes it highly versatile and enables rapid prototyping and proof of concept.
Active Stereo Vision system boosts 3D adoption
ams has introduced a new ASV technology product portfolio which enables manufacturers of consumer, computing and industrial products to implement face recognition and other 3D sensing applications more easily and at lower cost.
Optical rotary torque sensors suitable for low torque
Sensor Technology has set new benchmark performance standards for optical rotary torque transducers, with the launch of the digital ORT 230/240 series. These new optical rotary torque sensors are well suited for applications when the demand is for low torque and/or high bandwidth, providing precise, dynamic measurement of rotary and static torque of less than 100Nm and for bandwidths of up to 50kHz.
Gesture control technology in Google Pixel 4 Smartphone
Whether for artificial intelligence, augmented reality or the Internet of Things, five billion people worldwide will be using smart devices to sense their environment next year. Infineon Technologies has developed a 60GHz radar chip, which enables a new form of interaction between users and their devices.
System measures vehicle tire tread depth for fleets
Tyrata has expanded its patented IntelliTread tire tread wear sensor platform to include a low-profile drive-over system. The IntelliTread Drive-Over-System (DOS) provides actionable data regarding tire tread wear when a vehicle drives over the low-profile, speed bump-like unit.
Ultra-wide angle thermal MEMS sensor added to range
Omron Electronic Components has added a wide angle 32 x 32 element version of its D6T MEMS Thermal Sensors, offering the widest field of view that Omron has ever delivered. The new Omron D6T-32L-01A can view across 90.0° by 90.0°, able to encompass a wide area such as a whole room from a single point. This high performance sensor offers contactless measurement of temperatures of 0-200ºC in ambient temperatures of -10-70ºC.
Fully isotropic electro-magnetic sensor for smartphones
PREMO has announced the 3DC14EMR-ULP series, a low profile 3D antenna coil. The majority of the 3D electromagnetic sensors available in the market have minimum heights of 3.2mm. The lowest profile 3D coil prior to the release of the ULP series was the PREMO 3DC06 series with a maximum height of 2.5mm.