Carlo Gavazzi Automation has introduced two new capacitive sensor series: the CA18CB..IO and CA30CB..IO. These sensors feature an integrated LED bar graph and IO-Link communication capabilities. The sensors incorporate an LED bar that displays ON/OFF stability status. Green LEDs positioned on either side of the yellow switching LED indicate signal stability and dust accumulation levels. […]
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How does an electronic tongue sense: part 2
Part 1 showed two production techniques for electronic- or E-tongues. Researchers are busy investigating ways to use advanced artificial intelligence (AI) in conjunction with new sensing techniques to provide even more capabilities to E-tongues. Sensing for food problems To detect food fraud, spoilage, and contamination within minutes, researchers at Penn State University developed their version […]
Sensor offers ±1K accuracy across -40 °C to +150 °C operating range
TDK Corporation launches B58101A0851A000, the first in a new line of immersion temperature sensors (ITS), designed specifically for EV powertrain cooling applications. This highly responsive, fully sealed NTC thermistor is engineered to provide fast and precise temperature control, e.g., for oil-cooled systems. Oil cooling is anticipated to become the dominant temperature management method in the […]
Hall element sensors detect motor rotation and current
Diodes Incorporated introduces its first series of advanced InSb Hall element sensors for rotation speed detection and current measurement in consumer applications such as laptops, mobile phones, joysticks, and in motors found in various home appliances. In industrial applications, they are designed for use in position encoders and commutation of brushless motors and fans. The […]
How does an electronic tongue sense: part 1
When sensors that detect the five senses, hearing, sight, feeling, smell, and taste, are discussed, the one that usually gets mentioned the least is taste. Electronic ears, eyes, touch, and noses have far more available products than electronic tongues – but that could change. Like many sensors, the underlying technology for an electronic tongue (or […]
Square shaft torque sensors enable direct integration with fastening tools
Sensor Technology Ltd has released the new SGR525/526 Torque Sensors featuring square shaft ends for integration with fastening applications. The sensors are engineered for torque measurement in power tools, test equipment, industrial machinery, and precision fastening operations without requiring additional adapters. The SGR525/526 series delivers real-time torque measurement data with high-precision specifications. The design incorporates […]
60 GHz measurement sensor provides multi-environment detection capabilities
Hosiden has announced a new millimeter-wave distance measurement sensor that expands potential use cases with additional functionality. The design incorporates control circuits, wireless communication interfaces, battery power, and internal firmware within a waterproof housing. The package offers streamlined implementation options to system integrators and service providers. The module features mounting flexibility on top or bottom […]
Encoders offer -30 °C to 80 °C operating range with 30,000 cycle rating
Same Sky’s Motion and Control Group announced the addition of hollow shaft ring encoders to its line of panel mount incremental encoders. The RING family of hollow shaft mechanical encoders is housed in packages from 23 mm up to 56.5 mm with low profile designs from 9.5 mm up to 20 mm. Offering hollow shaft diameters […]
MCUs combine capacitive, inductive, and liquid sensing in single chip
Infineon Technologies AG announced that its PSOC 4 microcontroller (MCU) family now features Multi-Sense capabilities. Infineon expands its leading capacitive sensing technology CAPSENSE with a new, proprietary inductive sensing technology, as well as a non-invasive and non-contact liquid sensing solution. With PSOC 4, developers now have endless possibilities to develop new HMI and sensing solutions. […]
What is a Ting sensor?
While the fires were still spreading in Los Angeles, investigators were busy exploring possible reasons for the fires and looking for indicators that could have provided more advanced warnings. Sensors always play an essential role in any advanced or real-time warning system. The more obvious sensor requirements/possibilities for wildfires include: Wind direction and speed Water […]
