Littelfuse, Inc. announced the launch of two new TMR-based magnetic angle sensors, the LF53466 and LF53464 – designed to deliver high-precision 0–360° angular measurement in harsh environments with minimal thermal drift. (View the video.) Both sensors utilize Tunneling Magnetoresistance (TMR) technology in a dual push-pull Wheatstone bridge configuration, each featuring four high-sensitivity sensing elements, which enable accurate angle detection along the X […]
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mmWave sensor adds Wi-Fi HaLow connectivity for extended range IoT monitoring
Airfide Networks has released the AFN6843 micro-mobility occupancy sensor with Wi-Fi HaLow connectivity. The sensor completed three months of field testing and incorporates Morse Micro’s MM6108 Wi-Fi HaLow SoC for extended range IoT deployments. The device builds on Airfide’s mmWave and Edge AI sensing architecture, integrating sub-GHz Wi-Fi HaLow technology that provides extended coverage distance […]
Switch line features enhanced in-rush current handling and vibration resistance
Visual Communications Company (VCC) has launched its first electromechanical switch product line. The expansion includes pushbutton, rocker, and toggle switches, broadening VCC’s portfolio of electronic components for human-machine interface applications. The switch entry allows VCC to provide integrated solutions for OEM and industrial customers requiring reliable North American manufacturing. The products address requirements in industrial, […]
A2L refrigerants drive thermal drift concerns in HVAC systems
Much has been made about the shift of many HVAC systems to A2L refrigerants to comply with new environmental regulations, along with the continued expansion of A3-driven heat pumps in Europe and other regions. The area that has received considerable attention is the development of refrigerant leak detection systems that HVAC/R manufacturers are implementing to […]
3D Hall-effect sensors support 3.3 V and 5 V supply voltages for ASIL-B applications
Infineon Technologies AG has launched the third generation of the XENSIV 3D magnetic Hall-effect sensor family, comprising three product series: TLE493D-W3B6-Bx, TLE493D-P3B6, and TLE493D-P3I8. Developed in accordance with ISO26262, the sensor family provides integrated diagnostic functions to support functional safety applications up to ASIL-B. Due to their high flexibility, the devices are ideal for a […]
NewTek launches RVD series Hall effect sensors with -30°C to 80°C operating range
NewTek Sensor Solutions has launched the RVD Series Hall Effect Angle Sensors, designed to meet the high demands of industrial environments where precision, reliability, and durability are critical. Utilizing Hall Effect technology, these sensors provide exceptional rotational position (angle) measurement, offering high performance and dependability in the harshest conditions The non-contact design of these sensors […]
Development kit combines sensors with an actuator and MCU
STMicroelectronics has released an IO-Link development kit that simplifies building actuators and sensors by providing all necessary hardware and software, including an actuator board containing an intelligent power switch. By including the actuator hardware, ST’s P-NUCLEO-IOD5A1 kit goes further to help users leverage IO-Link’s powerful bidirectional point-to-point connectivity in all types of device nodes. Widely […]
What kinematic equations are important for industrial robots?
A kinematic model is a mathematical representation of a robot’s motion that focuses on the geometric relationships between elements and ignores external forces that affect motion. Kinematic models are used for planning and controlling the paths of industrial robots. Forward kinematics determines the current position and orientation of the end effector based on the angles […]
Torque sensor includes incremental angle encoder
Sensor Technology Ltd introduces the SGR523, a state-of-the-art digital rotary torque sensor equipped with an integrated incremental angle encoder. This innovative addition to the TorqSense SGR series sets a new benchmark for precision in torque and angular position monitoring across various industrial applications. The SGR523 employs non-contact strain gauge technology, eliminating the need for traditional […]
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 […]
