Sensors
Graphene linear array sensor to launch at Laser World of Photonics
Graphene Flagship partner, Emberion, is launching a new VIS-SWIR graphene photodetector at Laser World of Photonics on 24th to 27th June in Munich, Germany. Showcased in Hall A2 at stand 113/3, the linear array can enable on-site analysis of food and agriculture products using infrared detection - at a lower cost than existing indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs) infrared sensors.
Can tyres help reduce CO2 emissions?
On World Environment Day, Nokian Tyres reminded everyone how drivers can impact air pollution. Car owners have more ways to make environmentally friendly choices than they may realise. One way is choosing tyres with a lower rolling resistance: this will save fuel and reduce CO2 emissions.
Field transmitter and process sensors reference designs
Learn about Texas Instruments industrial reference designs targeted for field transmitter and process sensor applications, elaborating on design solutions for Interface, Analogue frond-end, HMI and Power.
Multi-wireless modem combines low power cellular LTE and Bluetooth
Laird Connectivity has announced a new multi-wireless modem that combines the benefits of low power cellular LTE connectivity and Bluetooth 5 technology into one fully-integrated solution. This combination enables new use cases using low cost, long range Bluetooth sensors all connected to the next generation LTE network in a much simpler and lower cost solution architecture.
Dash cam range offers high resolution image and video footage
Mio is extending its stellar 7 Series range with the new MiVue 798. For the ultimate surveillance package, drivers can upgrade to the MiVue 798 Dual which offers the additional feature of the MiVue A30 rear camera for peace of mind. An upgrade on the existing 7 Series dash cams, the MiVue 798 and the Dual version offer sharper, high resolution footage if the worst was to happen and indisputable proof was required.
Proximity sensors equipped with IoT features for maintenance
OMRON has released a total of 2,512 models of its DC 3-Wire E2E NEXT Series proximity sensors, which boast the longest sensing distances, newly equipped with IoT features. These sensors reduce risks of sudden facility stoppages down to a third. They also detect warning signs of such stoppages and notify users via the network. They help improve facility operation rates by preventing unforeseen facility stoppages and reducing facility down tim...
Sensors/actuators reach record sales on slower growth
Inventory corrections, slowing smartphone shipments, and pullbacks in purchase orders throttled sales growth in semiconductor sensors and actuators last year, resulting in a subpar six percent increase in 2018 to a record high $14.7bn after double-digit percentage gains in 2017 and 2016, according to IC Insights’ 2019 O-S-D Report - A Market Analysis and Forecast for Optoelectronics, Sensors/Actuators, and Discretes.
Scientific advisory board formed to advance sensor technology
Tyrata has created a Scientific Advisory Board to further advance all aspects of tyre monitoring and data monetisation. Building on Tyrata’s substantial scientific foundation, the Scientific Advisory Board will strengthen the IntelliTread tyre tread wear sensor by guiding the company in the extraction, handling, and processing of data. The real time collection of tyre tread data, combined with associated big data analytics, are unique offer...
Barometric pressure sensor provides low current consumption
Infineon Technologies has launched the XENSIV DPS368. The miniaturised digital barometric pressure sensor is capable of measuring both pressure and temperature. It offers an ultra high precision of ±2cm and a low current consumption for precise measurement of altitude, air flow and body movements. This makes the DPS368 suitable for mobile applications and wearable devices offering e.g. activity tracking and navigation.
TI Precision Labs - Introduction to hall effect position sensing
This video introduces Hall Effect, permanent magnets and various magnetic properties.