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 both compact QFN16 (3 x 3 mm²) and TSSOP16 (5 x 6.4 mm²) packages, offers four redundant analog single-ended SIN/COS outputs and low power consumption. This sensor facilitates precise […]
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Image sensors offer enhanced low-light performance and high sensitivity
OMNIVISION announced the addition of two new image sensors for industrial and consumer security surveillance cameras. The new OS04J10 is a 4-megapixel image sensor featuring a large 2.9µm backside illuminated (BSI) pixel with PureCelPlus and Nyxel technology, designed for ultra-low-light conditions. The OS05L10 is a 5MP frontside illumination (FSI) image sensor with a 2.0-micron pixel […]
Machine vision offering expanded to include compact, high-performance global shutter image sensors
OMNIVISION announced two new CMOS global shutter (GS) image sensors for machine vision applications. OMNIVISION has created a new Machine Vision Unit, which will focus on creating innovative solutions for industrial automation, robotics, logistics barcode scanners, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). OMNIVISION’s new GS sensors feature the industry’s smallest 2.2-micron (µm) backside-illuminated (BSI) pixel for […]
Forge camera series with IP67 rating targeting smart agriculture, food, and beverage industries
Teledyne FLIR IIS announced the Forge 1GigE IP67, the latest in its industrial camera series designed to perform in harsh industrial environments while ensuring highly efficient production capabilities. Forge 1GigE IP67 is the latest in our commitment to deliver advanced imaging systems for factory automation. The Forge 1GigE IP67 camera series has an IP67 cylindrical […]
Addressing demand for advanced data acquisition for precise condition monitoring
TE Connectivity has added two new wireless pressure sensors to its portfolio: a 65xxN wireless pressure sensor, for short-range coverage, and 69xxN wireless pressure sensor, for long-range coverage. Designed for periodic condition monitoring, the 65xxN wireless pressure sensor leverages BLE (Bluetooth low energy) 5.3 communications, to support localized data collection and transmission. Given the widespread presence of Bluetooth in […]
Intelligent industrial camera with 4K streaming
IDS expands its product line for intelligent image processing and launches a new IDS NXT malibu camera. It enables AI-based image processing, video compression, and streaming in full 4K sensor resolution at 30 fps – directly in and out of the camera. The 8 MP sensor IMX678 is part of the Starvis 2 series from […]
Radiometric version of compact thermal camera core
Teledyne DALSA announced a radiometric version of its MicroCalibir Long Wave Infrared (LWIR) compact camera platform that delivers accurate temperature measurements of +/-2°C or +/-2%. Developed and manufactured in Canada, the small and lightweight MicroCalibir platform is the result of the latest advances made by Teledyne DALSA’s integration of their in-house 12 μm microbolometer pixel technology with […]
What sensors and measurements can prevent HAVS?
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) injuries can occur in industrial and other work situations. Also called Raynaud’s phenomenon, vibration-induced white finger, and traumatic vasospastic disease, HAVS has been well known and documented since 1918. It is a prevalent occupational hazard in the construction, forestry, manufacturing, and mining industries, where workers are at high risk of developing […]
Remote monitoring device tailored for infrastructure, utilities, and industrial applications
Digi International introduced Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M, the latest addition to its remote monitoring and control portfolio. Powered by Digi Axess, Digi Connect Sensor XRT-M is designed to deliver reliable and seamless remote monitoring and management. It offers customers both edge and cloud-based control options, with a management platform equipped with an intuitive interface for streamlining data management […]
Integrated AMR sensor replaced reed switches and Hall effect sensors
Taiwan Semiconductor announces a new fully integrated Anisotropic Magneto Resistance (AMR) sensor that replaces reed switches and hall effect sensors in industrial applications. The TSHA2101 is an integrated system-on-chip (SIP) requiring little to no added circuitry. Its omni-polar design automatically detects a horizontal magnetic field of either polarity. When positioned to detect a magnet located on […]