TDK Corporation announces the availability of the new InvenSense SmartMotion ICM-536xx family of high-performance 6-axis IMUs to select customers, bringing high-performance optical image stabilization (OIS) to a wide range of smartphones, tablets, and cameras, for crisp, blur-free photos and videos. OIS technology compensates for hand shake and movement, delivering clearer photos and smoother videos in […]
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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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
What new sensing approaches measure blood pressure?
Today’s cuff technique for measuring blood pressure (BP) goes back 100 years or so. While the sensors used to measure pressure have changed considerably, the inflate, deflate, and then-measure approach is quite similar. It has even been automated for home use. However, it is not a continuous measurement. In contrast, researchers are exploring several continuous, […]
Thermistor monitors liquid-cooled automotive systems
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new AEC-Q200 qualified NTC immersion thermistor. Featuring a miniature design with a compact sensor tip and thin insulated wire, the Vishay BCcomponents NTCAIMM66H is ideal for the small spaces of liquid-cooled automotive systems, where it provides a fast 1.5s response time to temperature changes. The rugged device released today consists […]
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, […]
