Technological advancements and the increased adoption of complex electronics systems in modern vehicles requires superior timing performance and reliability. Timing precision, accuracy and tolerance to harsh environments are essential to ensuring precise operation in today’s highly advanced automotive systems. Microchip Technology Inc. has unveiled the new DSA family of automotive-grade Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) oscillators that […]
Capacitive RF MEMS switch design and simulation
By Anil Pandey, EDAboard.com member The switching is required in many applications at low as well as at high frequency. RF MEMS switches are the specific micromechanical switches that are designed to operate at RF to mmWave frequencies. MEMS switches usages some mechanical movement to achieve a closed or open circuit in the Radio Frequency […]
Crydom SSRs now available from Sager Electronics
Sager Electronics announces immediate availability of the most popular solid state switching products from Crydom.Crydom, a Sensata Technologies company, is the global expert in solid state switching technology. They combine technology and innovation to provide a wide range of standard Solid State Relays and Solid State Contactors, and specialize in custom designed solid state switching […]
Rotary encoders, Part 2: magnetic encoders
Part 1 of this FAQ looked at the optical rotary encoder, a low-cost, high-resolution, easy-to-use sensor for indicating incremental shaft position (although it can be “upgraded” to indicate absolute position as well). Q: What is the basic principle of the magnetic encoder? A: The magnetic encoder uses a rotating gear made of ferrous metal and […]
4 μA accelerometer extends battery life in wearables and IoT applications
At the 2018 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, USA, Bosch Sensortec launched the BMA400, an ultra-low power acceleration sensor for wearables and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The BMA400 draws ten times less current than existing accelerometers while delivering solid high performance. Its greatly reduced power demand significantly extends battery lifetime, especially on […]
Development kit enables turnkey acquisition of IoT sensor data
ON Semiconductor has announced a complete wireless battery-free sensing solution kit (SPSDEVK1) that allows the company’s innovative Smart Passive Sensors (SPS) to be rapidly integrated into Internet-of-Things (IoT) applications. The SPSDEVK1 solution kit is plug and play ready for users to immediately measure, aggregate and analyze the data for various IoT applications. SPS wireless and battery-free sensors enable the monitoring of […]
Solid-state temperature sensing, Part 2 – application
In Part 1, we looked at the basic principle and function of the solid-state temperature sensors, as well as the first widely available model, the AD590. Part 2 looks at some application considerations. Q: What are the interface considerations? A: A basic solid-state sensor has a PTAT current-only output. This means that the subsequent circuitry, […]
Solid-state temperature sensing Part 1 — principles
Temperature is by far the most commonly measured physical parameter in industrial, commercial, and even residential settings. It’s obviously about much more than just “what’s the temperature, so I will know what coat to wear?” Temperature readings are needed to control processes and systems via a negative feedback loop, PID algorithms, and comparators, References 1 […]
Relative humidity sensor ICs feature a ±1.5% RH accuracy, six-second response time
Integrated Device Technology, Inc. announced today the addition of a family of relative humidity (RH) sensor ICs to its fast-growing portfolio of advanced sensor products. IDT’s humidity sensors offer high accuracy with the fastest measurement response time of comparable devices currently on the market. The IDT HS300x family of relative humidity sensors feature a ±1.5% RH accuracy […]
Miniature water-resistant pressure sensors target wearable apps
As smart watches and wearable fitness trackers permeate the fabric of everyday life, owners want to go further with their devices and track performance across extra activities like swimming. Samsung’s Gear Fit 2 Pro, the next generation of sports band, supports these trends with features like built-in GPS, continuous heart rate monitoring,and larger on-board memory to do more even […]
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