TDK Corporation announces the InvenSense TCE-11101, a miniaturized ultra-low-power MEMS gas sensor platform for direct and accurate detection of CO2 in-home, automotive, IoT, healthcare, and other applications. The TCE-11101 introduces new technology that expands TDK’s sensor leadership into new applications and solutions, as part of the new SmartEnviroTM family. Its small size and low power […]
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TE Connectivity helps improve temperature sensor accuracy with custom packaging for platinum thin film elements
Temperature sensors are one of the most widely applied measurement technologies. As technology advances and industrial processes become more complex, devices continue to require a higher level of accuracy in temperature sensing across multiple industries. TE Connectivity (TE) has been able to provide critical temperature sensing solutions for a variety of applications. In an effort […]
High S/N photodiodes come in 0.2 sq-mm to 1 sq-cm sizes
ActLight announced the expansion of its IP portfolio with the launch of the innovative Stand-Alone Dynamic Photodiode. In addition to the superior signal-to-noise performance, the Stand-Alone Dynamic Photodiode benefits from a unique and patented device structure requiring a very simple, low-cost manufacturing process. Moreover, it offers flexibility in terms of device size, making the Stand-Alone Dynamic […]
Ultra-miniature reed switch is hermetically sealed in 7-mm-long glass envelope
Littelfuse, Inc. introduced the MITI-7 Series Ultra-Miniature Reed Switch, a Form A (single-pole, single-throw normally open or SPST-NO) switch that’s hermetically sealed in a 7-mm-long glass envelope. The MITI-7 Series offers sensitivity options ranging from 6 AT to 20 AT, far wider than existing magnetic switches of comparable size, which were limited to a range […]
Tiny light/RG color and flicker detection sensor measures ambient light down to 1 flux
AMS releases the TCS3410, a combined ambient light/RGB color and flicker detection sensor with a tiny 2 mm x 1 mm footprint, further expanding customer options for use in their bezel-less and ultra-narrow bezel smartphones. At just 0.5 mm high, the TCS3410 can easily fit in a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera or in […]
Compact LiDAR sensor integrates into autonomous mobile robots
SICK has expanded its 2D LiDAR sensor offerings for localization and anti-collision applications with the compact TiM2xx product family. This is in response to the new requirements on functionality, size, and price. Globally, the eCommerce sector continues to experience strong growth. This has also led to an increase in demand for automation solutions to support […]
MEMS humidity/temperature sensor boasts long-term stability
Würth Elektronik has developed a micro-electro-mechanical system (MEMS) sensor only 2 x 2 x 0.9 mm in size. Thanks to its low energy requirement and its calibrated and temperature-compensated digital output, the sensor measures humidity and temperature with long-term stability. The WSEN-HIDS humidity sensor is based on advanced MEMS technology: A dielectric polymer absorbs or […]
Creating cryogenic environments for electronics
This FAQ series has gone to extremes and looked at “electronics that operate in extreme heat” (up to 800°C) and “electronics that operate in extreme cold” at cryogenic temperatures. This third and final FAQ will consider the various methods available to create artificial cryogenic environments. The temperature where refrigerated temperatures end and cryogenic temperatures begin […]
Kaman introduces new AMS family of high-precision non-contact displacement sensors
The Measuring Division of Kaman Precision Products, Inc. announces the release of its new AMS family of high-precision non-contact displacement sensors ideal for condition monitoring of rotating machinery in extreme-pressure environments from 500 psi to over 22,500 psi. AMS sensors deliver high reliability and superior performance in high-pressure environments enhancing any condition monitoring systems’ ability […]
Electronics that operate in cryogenic cold
The first part of this FAQ series looked at “electronics that operate in extreme heat” (up to 800°C). This FAQ delves into the opposite end of the temperature spectrum and heads toward absolute zero. There are several existing cryogenic electronics applications, including superconducting quantum interference devices (SQUIDs) for measuring extremely subtle magnetic fields, microwave preamplification, […]
