Multi-Pixel Array Sensors Increase Sensing Distance up to Three Times
Compared to similarly sized sensors, Pepperl+Fuchs RL31-8-H-800 multi-pixel array sensors can sense up to three times further away from the target. The sensors use an ultra high-intensity emitter called PowerBeam that provides a visible and uniform light spot, even on dark and dull black materials, to simplify sensor alignment and detection. With extremely low sensitivity […]
Three-Axis Digital Gyroscope Targets Consumer and Portable Applications
Today’s advancements in Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) sensor technology can mean new levels of performance and reliability in specific applications. An example is STMicroelectronics newest 3-axis digital gyroscope that provides high sensing resolution with high immunity to audio noise and vibrations. Housed in a 4x4x1 mm package, the L3GD20 is immune to both mechanical vibrations coupled […]
Getting the Right Harsh Environment Photoelectric Sensor
New Conference Addresses Smart Sensors Technology Industry
The inaugural SENSORS Tech Forum will be held October 10-12, 2011 at the Sheraton Hotel, Boston Massachusetts. Focusing on sensors and sensor-based systems, the conference targets Product and System Design Engineers providing 32 conference sessions with four separate tracks: Aerospace, Defense and Harsh Environment; Optics and Imaging; Smart Sensors; and Wireless Technology/Sensor Networking and Integration. […]
Sensor Market Grows with Consumer and Automotive Demands
Market research firm Databeans forecasts the sensors and MEMs market to reach $19.1 billion by 2016 with a 10% compound annual growth rate. Driven by strong growth trends in consumer and automotive applications, the consumer segment is forecasted to increase to $853 million by the end of 2012 and automotive to $203 million. Different forces […]
Developing Wireless Sensor Nodes
At Embedded Systems Chicago, held in conjunction with Sensors Expo 2011, Rob Ostafia from Microchip Technology explains the company’s development kits for wireless systems including the ZENA wireless adapter. For more information about Microchip Technology wireless development kits, click here. To watch the video, click here.
Reliably Sensing Ultra Low Pressure
Honeywell TruStability ultra-low pressure sensors have three performance attributes difficult to achieve in the same product: high sensitivity with high overpressure and burst pressure. The new sensors have an amplified compensated digital or analog output for reading pressure over the full-scale pressure span in the ultra-low pressure range of ±2.5 mbar to ±40 mbar [±1 […]
Photoelectric Sensor Targets Harsh Environments
Banner Engineering Corp. repackaged its TM18 EZ-BEAM photoelectric sensor for use in heavy duty environments. With its nickel-plated, die-cast zinc metal housing and completely epoxy encapsulated electronics, the TM18 achieves an IP69K rating. This design provides the durability and resistance for harsh industrial sensing environments, such as those with high pressure washdowns. For easy alignment […]
Sensor Signal Conditioner IC Addresses Resistive Bridge Circuits
If you have found the right pressure sensor for your application but it needs addition signal conditioning, the ZMDI ZSSC3008 may solve your problem. The first requirement is a pressure sensor with an intrinsically low temperature coefficient (TC). If that’s the case, the rest of the IC’s features come into play. These features include offset […]