ams released the NanoVision and NanoBerry evaluation kits, which provide a ready-made platform for the development of innovative solutions based on the ams NanEyeC miniature image sensor. The NanEyeC camera is a full-featured image sensor supplied as a tiny 1mm x 1mm surface-mount module. This small form factor can produce an amazing 100kpixel resolution up to […]
Sensor modules
TMR omnipolar switch sensors consumer little power
MultiDimension Technology Co., Ltd. has released five TMR omnipolar switch sensors TMR1302B/TMR1303B/TMR1341XD/TMR1366/TMR1383, adding new members to MDT’s ultra-low power TMR switch series. They are designed for a variety of applications that demand low-power along with other requirements for functionality, performance, size, and cost, including flow meters, pneumatic cylinder sensors, proximity switches, motor controllers, and electronic shelf labels […]
TMR sensor ICs optimized for AGV apps
MultiDimension Technology Co., Ltd. (MDT) has released a new product series of TMR magnetic guide sensors featuring the AGV-TMR360C module that can detect three magnetic marks simultaneously with an ultra-wide 950mm detection width and a large air-gap up to 250mm. They integrate MDT’s TMR sensors with signal processing circuitry and track the position of magnetic tapes or magnetic […]
Bi-stable TMR magnetic switch sensors retain state info without a power supply
MultiDimension Technology Co., Ltd. (MDT), a leading supplier of magnetic sensors specializing in Tunneling Magnetoresistance (TMR) technology, has released three models of bi-stable TMR magnetic switch sensors TMR1212/TMR1213/TMR1215. They are low-power bipolar latching TMR switch sensors that can detect and retain the ON/OFF state triggered by magnetic polarity without power supply. The passive magnetic memory effect is […]
First 8.3-MP image sensors feature LED flicker mitigation, 140 dB dynamic range
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the first two members of its new automotive image sensor platform—the 8MP, front-view OX08A and OX08B. The high-resolution OX08A features the automotive industry’s best HDR, while the pinout-compatible OX08B adds a new benchmark in LED flicker mitigation (LFM) performance, enabled by the sensor’s on-chip HALE (HDR and LFM engine) combination algorithm. The […]
Optical blood-pressure trending reference design enables convenient monitoring
Until now, accurate blood-pressure monitoring could only be achieved with bulky and mechanical cuff-based medical devices. Now, Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. has introduced a solid-state blood-pressure monitoring solution to more conveniently track this critical health indicator. Design engineers can develop blood-pressure trending solutions with the MAXREFDES220# reference design from Maxim. Comprised of a complete integrated […]
Capacitive sensor signal conditioner sports 18-bit resolution
Integrated Device Technology, Inc. has launched the ZSSC3230, a new, energy-efficient and highly precise 18-bit sensor signal conditioner (SSC) for capacitive sensor applications. Its combination of best-in-class signal conditioning, low power consumption and small size makes it ideal for use with humidity, pressure, level and other smart capacitive sensor modules that are included in a […]
Compact medical camera module boasts fast frame rate, 640k resolution
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OC0SA — the latest member of its growing family of CameraCubeChip wafer-level camera modules for medical applications. This new module offers a resolution of 800×800 with the highest frame rate of 60fps, or 400×400 resolution at 90fps, for blur-free images and video. Additionally, the OC0SA provides a compact size of […]
Magnetic gear tooth sensor IC optimized for traction motor apps
Allegro MicroSystems announced the launch of the ATS17501, the industry’s first gear tooth sensor IC designed to provide incremental position for electric vehicle traction motors operating up to 30k RPM. The device addresses engineers’ most pressing traction motor challenges—including vibration at startup and running mode, high rotational speed, mechanical space constraints, high operating temperatures, and ISO 26262 safety requirements. Market-leading features include: High speed switching up […]
Super-accurate, low-power temperature sensors comply with I2C and SMBus 3.0
With typical temperature-reading accuracy of 0.25°C and low operating and standby current, the STMicroelectronics STTS22H enhances temperature and heat-flow monitoring in asset trackers, shipping-container loggers, HVAC systems, air humidifiers, refrigerators, building-automation systems, and smart consumer devices. The STTS22H is I2C and SMBus 3.0 compliant, and supports flexible operating modes including configurable output data rate (ODR) down […]