Many people take clean air as a given. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates (2014) that 4 million deaths globally are caused, at least in part, by air pollution. WHO also estimates (2016) that more than 90% of the world’s population lives in regions where air pollutant levels are higher than the WHO specified […]
Image sensor for machine vision
AMS has introduced a new global shutter image sensor for machine vision and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment which offers better image quality and higher throughput than any previous device that supports the 1-in. optical format. The new CSG14k image sensor features a 3840 x 3584 pixel array, giving 14Mpixel resolution at a frame rate […]
How big is the magnetic sensing market?
Angle, position and current sensing, as well as compasses and even some switches, rely on magnetic sensors. While Hall-effect technology has been a dominant enabler of these sensors, so-called xMR or magnetoresistive/magnetoresistance technologies are playing an increasing role. The x can stand for anisotropic (AMR), giant (GMR) or tunnel (TMR). With these new technologies playing […]
How can you get a ballpark price for a sensor in a new design?
Pricing is one of the top criteria for selecting one sensor supplier over another and often for specifying a specific sensor over another for a new design. Some sensor companies, such as semiconductor companies that supply microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and other semiconductor-based sensors, have a buy page on their website with low volume pricing. For […]
Highly Accurate Relative Humidity and Temperature Sensor IC
Having two sensing functions in a single package is advantageous for space- and power-constrained designs. With its ENS210, a highly accurate relative humidity and temperature sensor IC, ams AG achieves these goals. The sensor has a digital temperature output in Kelvin, accurate to a maximum ±0.2°C over the range 0°C to 70°C and a digital […]
Magnetic Position Sensors Address Automotive Application Issues
In addition to meeting traditionally tough automotive specs, some newer automotive applications require IS26262 safety certification. For magnetic position sensing applications, ams AS5170 (8-pin SOIC package) and AS5171 (System-in-Package (SiP) format) sensors were specifically developed as Safety Element out of Context (SEooC) devices, as defined in the ISO26262 functional safety standard. Both are available with […]
Optical Sensor Module Provides Integrated Health and Fitness Solution for Wearables
The AS7000 highly integrated optical sensor module from ams raises the bar on heart rate measurements (HRM) and heart rate variation (HRV) readings boasting the highest accuracy optical sensing. With accompanying software, ams’ engineers expect the hardware/software combination to replace the electro-cardiogram (ECG) chest strap in lifestyle, fitness and health monitoring applications. The AS7000 6.1mm […]
Magnetic Position Sensor Offers Alternative to Optical Encoders
If dirt, dust, grease, humidity and other contaminants that commonly impair the performance of optical encoders are an application concern, magnetic rotary position sensors are possible alternative. With a total system cost normally far lower than the cost of an equivalent optical encoder or resolver, ams new version of its 47 series of magnetic rotary […]
Easy-to-use magnetic position sensor
ams AG (SIX: AMS), a provider of high performance analog ICs and sensors, introduced the AS5600,a magnetic rotary position sensor which makes it easier than ever before to replace a traditional potentiometer with a more reliable contactless alternative. To appeal to manufacturers and users of potentiometers, the AS5600 features a ratiometric output, mirroring the output […]
Load Balancing Technology for Battery-Powered Applications
At Sensors Expo 2013, Gernot Hehn from ams demonstrates the company’s load balancing technology on seven cells with supercapacitors. To watch the video, click here. For more information about ams, click here.
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