Complementing its existing DLT Series of 4-–20 mA current output sensors, NK Technologies’ DT Series 3-Wire Current Transducer provides industry standard outputs of 0-5 or 0-10 VDC proportional to the direct current. The sensors accuracy is ±1% of full scale and it is offered in 0-50A and 0-100A ranges. With its 3.3-in (83.8 mm) x […]
Other
Flying Object Delivers Video Images
It is always interesting to see how combinations of sensors enable intriguing new product designs. The MeCam from Always Innovating is a prefect demonstration. Fitting into the palm of your hand, the MeCam has a video camera and 14 sensors. An advanced auto-pilot and a unique spatial location algorithm allow the nano copter as the […]
Sensors Support Smart Bra
Just when you thought that you’ve heard just about every smart prefixed term possible, a new one appears. This time it is based on research reported by engineers at Microsoft Research, University of Rochester and University of Southampton about what is being called a smart bra. Instrumented with an electrocardiogram (EKG) sensor to capture heart […]
Sensing Shaft Position in Environments that Require Sealed Packaging
Food processing, as well as many industrial machinery applications, requires sensors with packages sealed to meet the international IP69K standard and avoid problems with liquids, dust and dirt. Novotechnik U.S. RFD4000 Series of 7 mm flat angle sensors target these specific uses. The sensor employs a Hall effect sensing technique with a microprocessor to detect […]
Downloadable eCompass Library Runs on Microcontroller
When expert-designed code is available for the sensors in your design, rolling your own code seems like a undesirable and time-consuming alternative. Verification that the software runs on a specific microcontroller platform is an added plus. Working with Atmel, MEMSIC has done both with the e-Compass software for its MMC3416xPJ ultra low noise, low power magnetometer. […]
Sensors + Sensor Fusion + Hub = Low-power Solution
Rather than connect sensors directly to an application (app) processor, a sensor hub provides a means to offload processing from the app processor to improve data processing and reduce power consumption. For its KMX61G Micro-Amp Magnetic Gyro, Kionix partnered with microcontroller supplier Atmel. Kionix’ KMX61G sensor fusion software runs on Atmel’s 32-bit AVR UC3 and […]
Monitor Power Precisely with Digital Current Sensor and Voltage Monitor
Telecom, servers and central office equipment in the communications infrastructure are among the electronic products that needs precise power monitoring. To meet their needs, Texas Instruments (TI) developed a digital current sensor and voltage monitor with simultaneous sampling and SPI interface. Claimed to be a first to provide these capabilities, the LMP92064 integrates a precision […]
Improved Linear Hall Effect Sensor Delivers 3µs Response Time
Control in applications such as electric and hybrid vehicles, solar power and other high power electronic systems relies on current sensing and Hall effect devices are a popular technology for this purpose. With these kind of applications in mind, Melexis engineers designed an improved MLX91209CA high-speed linear Hall IC that achieves a response time of […]
Balluff announces its new full line Sensor Catalog
Balluff, a global sensor specialist known for their comprehensive, innovative, and reliable products, just released its new full line object detection sensor catalog. With over 1000 pages and new products, this new catalog contains Balluffs complete sensor line, including: photoelectric, inductive, capacitive, and magnetic cylinder sensors, along with accessories and cables. Balluff offers one of […]
Honeywell Sensing and Control Launches HumidIcon™ Combination Sensors
Honeywell (NYSE:HON) announced that new 6000, 7000, 8000, and 9000 Series of the HumidIcon™ combination digital output relative humidity (RH) and thermal sensor solutions are now available. Primarily targeted for medical, HVAC, and industrial applications, these new sensors offer industry-leading long-term accuracy, stability, and reliability plus true, temperature compensated digital I2C or SPI output. The […]