D3 Engineering announced its DesignCore RS-6843AOP and RS-6843AOPU mmWave Radar Sensors. These miniature sensors enable the implementation of many different mmWave radar algorithms to measure, detect, and track. The production-intent sensors feature a 1-inch cube form factor, heat-spreading metal body, and mounting tabs. They may be used with a PC or embedded platform to facilitate […]
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CMOS sensors provide detailed imaging with up to 45 Mp
ON Semiconductor has expanded its XGS family of image sensors with high performance, low noise products that offer 12-bit image quality at a high frame rate. The new offerings include the XGS 45000, the XGS 30000, and the XGS 20000, which provide detailed imaging with up to 45 Mp for resolution critical applications and up […]
One-micron 64-MP image sensor excels at low-light smartphone camera apps
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV64A image sensor, offering 64 megapixels (MP) resolution with the largest pixel size in its class, at 1.0 micron, along with a class-leading optical format of 1/1.34”. Its large optics and high resolution provide premium low light performance for the wide and ultrawide main cameras in high-end smartphones. Additionally, the OV64A features 3-exposure, […]
2.3 Mp CMOS image sensor delivers image clarity at 120 fps
ON Semiconductor has introduced the AR0234CS 2.3 Mp CMOS image sensor with global shutter technology. The high-performance sensor is designed for a variety of applications including machine vision cameras, AR/VR/MR headsets, autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and barcode readers. The AR0234CS captures 1080p video and single frames operating up to 120 frames per second (fps). With […]
ARM Cortex-M7- and M4-based MCU family meet requirements of next-gen vehicle electronic systems
As drivetrain electrification and advanced driver assistance systems change the way we drive, the number and complexity of comfort features and other body functions in cars increase constantly. To tackle this challenge, Infineon Technologies AG is launching the Traveo II Body microcontroller family to the open market. This product family addresses a broad variety of […]
ToF sensor platform extends long-range sensing to 5 m
TDK Corporation announces the worldwide availability of the Chirp CH201 long-range ultra-low power integrated ultrasonic Time-of-Flight (ToF) range sensor platform. The solution includes the CH201 MEMS sensor, sensor modules, and developer kits – and accompanies Chirp’s original CH101 ultrasonic ToF sensor product. CH101 provides accurate range measurements for use cases scenarios of up to 1.2m, […]
Stray-EMF position detection sensors cover ISO 11452-8 requirements
TDK Corporation announces the portfolio expansion of the Micronas masterHAL sensor family with the release of HAL 3970, a new stray-field robust 3D HAL position sensor. The sensor, suited for automotive and industrial applications, has highly accurate angular detection from 0° to 360°, linear position detection, and uses Short Pulse Code frames (SPC) to transmit […]
Configurable sensor fusion software platform adds high-precision sensing to wearables
CEVA, Inc. introduced the Hillcrest Labs MotionEngine Hear, a sensor, and processor agnostic embedded software solution for hearable devices. System-on-Chip (SoC) vendors, OEMs and ODMs can utilize MotionEngine Hear to deliver a frictionless user interface, gesture control, activity tracking and spatial audio for a range of smart personal audio devices, including true wireless stereo (TWS) […]
NewTek sensor constructs LVDTs in different alloys for long-term reliability in difficult environments with hi temps/pressures, seawater, radiation, acids
NewTek Sensor Solutions offers its LVDT Position Sensors in a range of construction materials to provide highly accurate and reliable position measurement for applications with extreme conditions. In addition to stainless-steel, NewTek uses special alloys such as Monel, Inconel, Hastelloy, and Titanium to extend the reliability of its displacement sensors in challenging environments with radiation, […]
Gesture sensor for automotive apps boasts small size, low cost
Designers of automotive systems can now add dynamic hand-gesture controls with greater ease at the industry’s lowest cost and smallest size with the MAX25205 data acquisition system from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. Featuring integrated optics and a 6×10 infrared (IR) sensor array, the MAX25205 detects swipe and hand-rotation gestures without the complexity of time-of-flight (ToF) […]