Renesas’ new OB1203 is a biosensor module that integrates a multi‑channel light and color sensor (LS/CS), a proximity sensor (PS), and a photoplethysmography sensor (PPG). This module comes in a tiny, optically‑enhanced package, and includes two LEDs, drivers, the sensors, and a signal conditioning chip that outputs all sensor data on an I2C bus. A key feature […]
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Open-source initiative boosts TinyML apps
SensiML Corporation announced that it has launched an Open Source Initiative to accelerate the adoption of TinyML smart sensing IoT applications. The initiative builds upon SensiML’s existing efforts to design flexibility, transparency, and efficiency into its product suite by giving developers control and insight over vital aspects of their ML workflow, tools, data, and resulting […]
4D imaging radar runs on NVIDIA drive platform
Arbe announced its leading 4D Imaging Radar Solution with 2K resolution is now available on the open NVIDIA DRIVE platform. Arbe’s imaging radar availability aims to accelerate the development of autonomous vehicles. By allowing leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to access the 4D imaging radar data on NVIDIA’s AV platform, Arbe’s solution can serve as the basis for advanced […]
Antenna-on-package mmwave sensors target automotive apps
D3 Engineering announced their DesignCore RS-1843AOP and RS-1843AOPU 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 […]
Three-axis MEMs accelerometer delivers motion sensing over -40°C to +115°C operating range
The STMicroelectronics AIS2IH three-axis linear accelerometer brings enhanced resolution, temperature stability, and mechanical robustness to non-safety automotive applications including anti-theft, telematics, infotainment, tilt/inclination measurement, and vehicle navigation. It also paves the way to new performance-demanding applications in automotive, medical, and industrial segments. Leveraging ST’s leading positions in both MEMS and automotive technologies, the AIS2IH ensures market-leading […]
Flash LiDAR sensor targets challenging environments
LeddarTech launches Leddar Sight, a robust, cost-effective 2D solid-state LiDAR sensor. This LiDAR is housed in a weatherproof enclosure. It uses flash illumination to deliver continuous, accurate detection and range of objects and obstacles in its entire field of view, without any moving parts. Leddar Sight has been developed to answer the stringent needs of mobility, ITS, […]
Touch-control board optimized for thick-gloved touches
Introducing the mXT2952TD touch controller board, the latest innovation from DATA MODUL. Designed for PCAP touch applications in the medium diagonal segment, this controller board offers features that optimize its use in a variety of environments. The new controller board supports the latest generation of microchip touch ICs and features a new type of signal […]
Waterproof MEMS barometric pressure sensors target smartwatch apps
TDK Corporation announces worldwide availability of the InvenSense ICP-10125, part of the SmartPressureTM family of the MEMS barometric pressure sensor platform. The ICP-10125 achieves the industry’s lowest pressure noise of 0.4 Pa RMS, attains the industry’s lowest power consumption of 1.3 µA, and ensures excellent temperature stability with a temperature coefficient of ±0.5 Pa/°C. The […]
Software auto-calibrates LiDAR sensors, PTZ cameras to simplify installation
Quanergy Systems, Inc. unveiled the latest version of its industry-leading perception software platform, QORTEX DTC 2.1, with automated real-time PTZ camera control for security, smart space, and smart city applications. QORTEX DTC 2.1 features a new rules engine that automates PTZ camera control, point cloud recordings, and network actions based on real-time events. This functionality […]
Embedded-vision-optimized FPGAs optimized for automotive applications
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation expanded its award-winning Lattice Crosslink-NX family with new FPGAs specified for automotive applications such as advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems. The new CrossLink-NX FPGAs bring best-in-class low power, small form factor, high-performance I/O, and reliability to embedded vision applications for today’s technologically advanced automobiles. Lattice CrossLink-NX FPGAs […]
