The sensor continuously sends out infrared light and measures how much of that light is reflected. When a reflective object is within its set detection range, it returns a low signal. The Arduino ...

STMicroelectronics' TMOS sensors handle presence sensing using a 5- to 20-µm passive IR sensor. This provides more accurate results as well as information about the distance rather than just a basic ...

Melexis introduces a 16-bit inductive sensor for robotics, industrial, and mobility applications. The new dual-input MLX90514 delivers absolute position with high noise immunity through its SSI output ...

TransDigm Group has agreed to acquire Simmonds Precision Products from defense contractor RTX for approximately $765 million in cash. TransDigm said the transaction is subject to U.S. regulatory ...

Pepperl+Fuchs is launching measuring inductive distance sensors with an IO-Link interface. High-precision distance measurement and comprehensive information for condition monitoring and predictive ...

Yasmine Crossland is an experienced technology journalist who has covered everything from smartphones and tablets to true wireless earbuds and soundbars. She has written for titles such as Pocket-Lint ...

ifm presents new inductive proximity sensors in full metal housings in three sizes for safety applications: M12, M18 and M30 with a housing length of 60 mm. For use in mobile machinery, they are ...

This article details six essential sensors, along with four necessary questions a design engineer should ask before choosing which ones to use in their next design. In the R&D and electronics design ...