Tactile switches, often overlooked in their simplicity, are the unsung heroes of countless electronic devices, providing the tactile feedback and reliable actuation force that underpin user experience. From the keyboards for laptops to the robust controls of industrial machinery, these unassuming switches enable seamless interaction with the digital world. Despite their simplicity, there are still […]
Miniaturized MEMS pressure sensor incorporates proprietary tech for enhanced EV thermal management
Melexis has introduced the MLX90830, a miniaturized MEMS pressure sensor that incorporates the company’s patented TriphibianTM technology. The sensor is capable of measuring gas and liquid media from 2 to 70 bar. It is factory-calibrated to measure absolute pressure and provides a proportional analog output signal. The MLX90830 is designed to be integrated into the […]
mmWave radar sensor chip and diagnostics-integrated driver chips address functional safety
Texas Instruments has introduced new semiconductors designed to improve automotive safety and intelligence. The AWR2544 77GHz millimeter-wave radar sensor chip is the industry’s first for satellite radar architectures, enabling higher levels of autonomy by improving sensor fusion and decision-making in ADAS. TI’s new software-programmable driver chips, the DRV3946-Q1 integrated contactor driver and DRV3901-Q1 integrated squib […]
Intro to panel mount encoders
In the domain of electrical engineering, panel mount encoders play a pivotal role in precision measurement and control systems, influencing the performance and accuracy of a diverse range of applications. Panel mount encoders fall under the category of rotary encoders. These devices are physically affixed to panels and find primary utility in human interface applications. […]
Solid-state haptic buttons for smartphones
Boréas Technologies has announced the industry’s first solid-state haptic buttons for smartphones. The CapDrive Haptic Buttons reinvent the user interface on the sides of the smartphone by replacing the old mechanical button interface with high-definition, localized haptic buttons that can mimic the exact feel of a mechanical button while also enabling more immersive, realistic, and […]
A comprehensive exploration of IEC 60601-1-8 for medical alarm systems
In the intricate web of healthcare technology, the seamless integration of medical alarm systems plays a pivotal role in ensuring patient safety and the efficient functioning of medical equipment. Due to the mission-critical nature of these medical alarms, it should come as no surprise that additional regulations govern them, specifically IEC 60601-1-8—a standard that delineates […]
Double magnet speakers boasts high sound output
CUI Devices’ Audio Group today announced the addition of new double magnet speaker models to its speakers portfolio. Available in square frame sizes from 42.5 mm to 48 mm, the CDS speaker family’s double neodymium magnet design features sound pressure levels of 83 dB or 84 dB at 1 meter. Offering impedance ratings of 4 […]
October 2023 Issue: Power & Energy Efficiency Handbook
Engineering a green mindset and sustainable future Growing up in the pre-2000s era with a power electronics engineer for a father, my family’s first introduction to power and energy efficiency efforts was primarily analog. The word “vampire” was associated with a TV show called Dark Shadows; it had nothing to do with standby power […]
An introduction to pressure sensors
As crucial devices in a wide range of industries and applications, pressure sensors are used to measure the pressure of gases or liquids and can be found in everything from medical equipment and automotive systems to HVAC units and more. While the basic principle of pressure sensors is straightforward (P=F/A), their simplicity ends there. Not […]
Sensor modules target AGvs with wide field of view, VoC features
Inuitive, a Vision-on-Chip processor company, announced today the launch of its latest sensor modules: the M4.5S and the M4.3WN. Designed to easily integrate into robots and drone systems, both sensor modules are built around the NU4000 Vision-on-Chip (VoC) processor and integrate depth sensing and image processing with AI and VSLAM capabilities in order to provide […]