Murata has developed a new MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) 6DoF (Six Degrees of Freedom) inertial sensor that realizes high performance for safety-critical automotive applications. The sensor enables new ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) functionality and AD (Automated Driving) through data fusion with GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) and various perception sensors such as camera, radar, and LiDAR. […]
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Haptic drivers provide immersive touch experiences in PCs, wearables, automotive and gaming/VR
With the goal of elevating the user experience for a wide range of consumer devices, Cirrus Logic is developing an advanced product portfolio of haptic and sensing integrated circuits (ICs). Cirrus Logic’s haptic products and sophisticated haptic feedback technology enable sleeker, more robust end products with fewer mechanical controls for new responsive and immersive user […]
Time-of-flight sensors measure objects down to 2.5 cm
STMicroelectronics has extended the capabilities of its FlightSense ToF ranging sensors by introducing the VL53L3CX with patented histogram algorithms that allow measuring distances to multiple objects as well as increasing accuracy. The VL53L3CX measures object ranges from 2.5cm to 3m, unaffected by the target color or reflectance, unlike conventional infrared sensors. This allows designers to introduce […]
Dual-axis gyroscope/3-axis accelerometer carries digital SPI interface
Murata has developed a 3rd generation of MEMS 4DoF (four-degrees-of-freedom) and 5DoF inertial sensors that realize high-performance for safety-critical automotive applications. The SCC3000 series components combine a high-performance angular rate and accelerometer sensor components. It consists of versions of an X-axis, Z-axis, and XZ-axis angular rate sensors and a 3-axis accelerometer sensor based on Murata’s […]
Near-infrared 2.5-Mp image sensor targets automotive exterior imaging in low ambient light
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the expansion of its Nyxel near-infrared (NIR) technology into the automotive market with the new 2.5-megapixel OX03A2S image sensor. This ASIL-B sensor is ideal for exterior imaging applications that operate in low to no ambient light conditions within 2 meters of the vehicle. Nyxel technology uses novel silicon semiconductor architectures and processes […]
Multi-sensor development kit targets IoT products
Arrow Electronics, Panasonic Industry, and STMicroelectronics (ST) have introduced a low-power wireless multi-sensor edge-intelligence solution for smart factory, smart home, and smart life applications. The IoT Solution Module combines Arrow’s engineering and global distribution capabilities with Panasonic Industry’s IoT modules based on the ST BlueTile (STEVAL-BCN002V1B) multi-sensor development kit. This combination enables customers to test their […]
Sensor signal conditioner delivers accuracy, sensitivity to IoT and medical applications
Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced the ZSSC3240 sensor signal conditioner (SSC) – the newest member of its leading-edge SSC portfolio. The ZSSC3240 delivers high accuracy, sensitivity, and flexibility for sensor applications such as resistive pressure sensors and medical infrared thermometers. This new SSC features best-in-class performance and speed with up to 24 bits analog-to-digital conversion (ADC) […]
Orientation sensor combines 3-axis gyroscope and 3-axis accelerometer
TDK Corporation announces the availability of the InvenSense ICM-42688-P high-performance motion sensor, a 6-axis MEMS MotionTracking device that combines a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer in a 2.5mm x 3mm x 0.9mm package. The device enables high-precision motion-sensing applications such as robotics, wearable devices, drones, and many other IoT devices. Compared to traditional consumer-grade […]
JEDEC-compliant thermal sensor device targets DDR5 memory devices
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced a new precision temperature sensor, the TS5111, targeting DDR5 memory modules as well as a host of other applications such as solid-state disks (SSDs), computing motherboards, and communications equipment that require accurate, real-time temperature monitoring. The new JEDEC-compliant temperature sensor enables memory modules and other temperature-sensitive systems to run at peak […]
Gyroscope/accelerometer combo enables high-precision motion sensing
TDK Corporation announces the availability of the InvenSense ICM-42688-P high-performance motion sensor, a 6-axis MEMS MotionTracking device that combines a 3-axis gyroscope and a 3-axis accelerometer in a 2.5mm x 3mm x 0.9mm package. The device enables high-precision motion-sensing applications such as robotics, wearable devices, drones and many other IoT devices. Compared to traditional consumer-grade […]