The rise of physical AI, intelligent systems that sense, interpret, and interact with the real world, is driving a fundamental shift in how electronics are designed. This includes audio devices. ‘Always-on’ sensors, voice interfaces, and ambient intelligence are no longer aspirational features; they are now baseline requirements for the next generation of consumer electronics. From […]
Artificial intelligence (AI)
What is multimodal sensing in physical AI?
Multimodal sensing in physical AI (PAI), sometimes called embodied AI, is the ability for AI to fuse diverse sensory inputs, like vision, audio, touch, lidar, text, and more, from its environment to build a richer and more complete situation awareness, enabling complex physical interaction, perception, and autonomous action in the real world. A key application […]
The power of sensor fusion
Industrial machines have long relied on a variety of sensors to execute their targeted mission and obtain the desired performance and reliability. Sensor fusion provides a more comprehensive approach to achieving these results and makes the appropriate decision(s) in these and other applications, as well as offering other benefits. Actually, a subcategory of data fusion, […]
Motion sensor for smart glasses learns how people move
TDK Corporation announces a new custom sensing solution for intelligent eyewear: InvenSense SmartMotion for Smart Glasses, which enables precise, responsive, context-aware motion tracking for smart glasses, at ultra-low power. Ideal for augmented reality and seamless AI accessibility, this solution enables high-accuracy head tracking, stable image/video capture, intuitive UI control, and posture recognition. The custom ICM-45685 […]
Sensors expert talks data acquisition, IoT, wearables, and AI
Sensors veteran Roger Grace spoke with EE World about his award, data acquisition, IoT, and the trouble with AI.
More sensors or AI?
With continually improving artificial intelligence (AI) technology, system designers will face the design tradeoff of adding more sensors to achieve specific design objectives or using AI instead. A good example is a smart elevator. Today’s elevators have several sensors in their design. One of the key features of smart elevators starts with traffic analysis and […]
How is sensing improved in the newest security screening efforts?
While it may be costly, installing a security screening system can be a valuable investment for many institutions, especially in soft-target environments such as schools. Even if it never confronts or prevents an attack, like any insurance policy, the security system can provide numerous benefits to the insured. As part of the Support Anti-terrorism by […]
MEMS sensors and ultrasonic time-of-flight devices target connected home market
TDK Corporation has announced a collection of InvenSense sensing solutions designed for smart home applications that require detection of presence, proximity, sound, tilt, liquid levels, acceleration, and motion. The company’s sensor portfolio includes MEMS microphones, IMUs, and ultrasonic time-of-flight sensors that provide data for AI-enabled home technology applications, including smart speakers, remote controls, appliances, thermostats, […]
Industrial accelerometer with embedded MLC/FSM Technology for battery-powered sensor nodes
STMicroelectronics’ IIS2DULPX industrial MEMS accelerometer combines machine learning, power saving, and capability to operate at high temperatures, facilitating intensive sensorization for smarter, data-driven operations and decision making in asset tracking, robotics, and factory automation, as well as industrial-safety equipment and healthcare devices. With in-sensor AI to relieve the host processor and automatic self-configuration to optimize […]
TDK’s ultrasonic time-of-flight sensor enhances sensing range and accuracy for smart home applications
TDK Corporation is presenting in its CES 2025 Booth #15815 how TDK MEMS sensors and solutions enable innovation in accessibility technology, as multi-award-winning company WeWALK announces the global availability of its Smart Cane 2 for visually impaired people. The WeWALK Smart Cane 2 is an intelligent assistive device empowered by TDK motion sensors, MEMS microphones, […]
