It seems obvious that a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), required by several governments, would need a pressure sensor. But that’s not true. … [Read More...] about Does TPMS need a pressure sensor?
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What are magnetic rotary encoders?
Part 1 of this FAQ looked at the optical rotary encoder, a low-cost, high-resolution, easy-to-use sensor for indicating incremental shaft position … [Read More...] about What are magnetic rotary encoders?
Applications: Automotive
Next-gen sensor boosts low-light visibility for vehicles
OMNIVISION unveiled the new 3-megapixel (MP)-resolution OX03H10 CMOS image sensor – the first and only 3.0-micron (µm) pixel automotive viewing sensor with TheiaCel technology. Announced at AutoSens … [Read More...] about Next-gen sensor boosts low-light visibility for vehicles
Single monitoring unit ams to extend EV range
LEM launches the new SMU family. The Single Monitoring Unit (SMU) brings high performance levels to all types of EV technologies – Full Hybrid Electric Vehicles (FHEVs), Plug-in Hybrid Electric … [Read More...] about Single monitoring unit ams to extend EV range
Does TPMS need a pressure sensor?
It seems obvious that a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), required by several governments, would need a pressure sensor. But that’s not true. Alternative approaches take advantage of other … [Read More...] about Does TPMS need a pressure sensor?
Dual latch sensor offers consistent phase shift for ECU calculations
Melexis adds the MLX92253 to its Hall-effect Dual Latch portfolio. This fast sensor offers two independent signal tracks for minimal jitter as well as consistent 90° phase shift regardless of magnet … [Read More...] about Dual latch sensor offers consistent phase shift for ECU calculations
Hall Effect ICs offer -40°C to +150°C operating range
Diodes Incorporated announces the addition of two enhanced high-voltage, Hall effect switch IC families to its automotive-compliant* product portfolio. The AH332xQ (unipolar) and AH352xQ (omnipolar) … [Read More...] about Hall Effect ICs offer -40°C to +150°C operating range
Pressure sensors offers digital SENT output for automotive applications
Melexis expands its Triphibian family with the MLX90834 pressure sensor, designed for automotive applications such as EV thermal management. This robust, factory-calibrated MEMS solution accurately … [Read More...] about Pressure sensors offers digital SENT output for automotive applications
Durable, rully redundant mobile angle sensors
Novotechnik, U.S. introduces the new RSK-3200 Series of angle sensors are designed for harsh automotive and off-highway applications. Measurement range is 0 to 360° and the temperature range os -40° … [Read More...] about Durable, rully redundant mobile angle sensors
Current sensors offer compact design and enhanced integration
Molex has announced the Percept Current Sensors, designed to meet the demand for precise busbar current sensing in industrial and automotive applications. These sensors incorporate Infineon's coreless … [Read More...] about Current sensors offer compact design and enhanced integration
Angle sensor features four redundant outputs for safety-critical applications
TDK Corporation expands its tunnel-magnetoresistance (TMR) angle sensor portfolio with the launch of the TAS8240 sensor for automotive and industrial applications. This latest addition, available in … [Read More...] about Angle sensor features four redundant outputs for safety-critical applications
What role does sensing play in reducing potholes?
In the distant past, the “eye in the sky” was a radio report on local traffic, especially during rush hour, provided by a reporter/observer and based on their observations from a helicopter or … [Read More...] about What role does sensing play in reducing potholes?
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Low Pressure Filtering of a Pressure Sensor’s Input
The Problem In some applications, high-frequency pressure transients may be present that distort the sensor’s output and degrade its ability to read the underlying changes in pressure. This can especially be a problem in low-pressure applications, such as medical measurements where discerning subtle differences is essential to successful diagnosis and monitoring. A common, well-known solution […]
