In its eighth year, Design World’s LEAP Awards showcase the best engineering innovations across several design categories. This wouldn’t be possible without the commitment and support of the engineering community. The editorial team assembles OEM design engineers and academics each year to create an independent judging panel. Below is their selection for this year’s LEAP […]
Events
Sensors conference in Boston to feature keynotes, panels, and poster sessions
The IEEE Sensors Council will sponsor the 2025 Sensors in Spotlight Conference on May 16, 2025, at the Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Complex (ISEC) at Northeastern University in Boston, Massachusetts. The event will bring together participants from academia, industry, and research institutions for technical discussions and presentations on current developments in sensor technology. The conference […]
Current sensing ICs reduce power loss with lower internal resistance
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. announced the launch of two new current sensor ICs – the ACS37030MY and the ACS37220MZ. Leveraging Allegro’s cutting-edge sensing technology, these ICs provide low internal conductor resistance, high operating bandwidth, and reliable performance across a wide range of automotive, industrial, and consumer applications. Allegro’s new current sensor ICs are designed for precise […]
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, […]
Compact TSOT23-3L package Hall switch needs no external components
Melexis introduces the MLX92235, a low power Hall-effect switch with precise tolerances for consistent output update rate. The device serves automotive micropower applications including door handles, e-latches, sun visors, infotainment buttons, and brake light switches. Modern vehicles use switch and latch mechanisms across multiple systems for feedback. With switches distributed throughout cars, power efficiency is essential. The […]
New AI camera with Delta Controls’ Red5 BACnet controller
Delta unveiled a wide range of integrated building solutions at ISC West 2024. The showcase included a real demo of the new VIVOTEK AI surveillance camera, which is capable of adapting to adverse lighting conditions to provide intelligent object detection and analysis. The camera is also seamlessly integrated into Delta Controls’ new Red5-PLUS-ROOM controller, an […]
Machine vision meets automation and robotics: IDS at Automate 2024, booth 2855
From the 6th to 9th of May 2024, Automate will take place in Chicago, Illinois at the McComick Place Convention Center. At North America’s largest robotics and automation event, industrial camera manufacturer IDS will be presenting some exciting new technologies from our pillars of Area scan, 3D, and AI vision at booth 2855. These technologies […]
How Matter impacts sensors: part 1
With the support of connectivity companies such as Amazon, Apple, Google, Samsung Electronics, and more, the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) announced the Matter standard in October 2022. The standard’s intent is to provide secure and easy-to-configure interconnected products for consumers. That type of interconnectivity is essential to smart homes. When Matter 1.2 was announced in […]
DigiKey highlights new sensing technologies at Sensors Converge 2023
DigiKey, a global commerce distributor offering a large selection of technical components and automation products in stock for immediate shipment, invites attendees at Sensors Converge 2023 to visit its booth, #616, June 20-22, in Santa Clara, Calif. Visitors can learn more about the company’s sensing and electronics offerings, industry-leading manufacturers, view technical demonstrations and participate […]
