What are inertial sensors?
Inertial sensors are used to transduce inertial force into measurable electrical signals to measure acceleration, inclination, and vibration of an object. Micromachining technology has made it possible...
View ArticleWhat are different types of biometric sensors?
The term “Biometrics” is derived from “bio'” which means life, and “metrics”, which means measurement. Biometrics is developing for use in various technologies, including the unique identification and...
View ArticleRoom-temperature monitor using Arduino and the LM35 sensor
Several consumer devices now involve temperature monitoring. For example, most of the air conditioners on the market feature climate control, where the AC continuously monitors the ambient temperature...
View ArticleHow to play a video on an SSD1306 OLED
Small organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays are commonly used in embedded devices. This is because OLEDs generally cost the same as character LCDs but feature a better user interface (UI) and...
View ArticleWhat are the sensors used in self-driving cars?
Automotive engineers have already developed semi-autonomous vehicles. Fully self-driving vehicles are not far from reality. According to recent research, autonomous driving (AD) could create $300...
View ArticleHow to build a WhatsApp-notifying home security system
A security alarm detects unauthorized entry into a home or building. In the past, these security devices simply triggered a loud siren when an intrusion was detected. As technology advanced, the...
View ArticleHow to design Arduino-based water temperature monitor using DS18B20 1-wire...
Environment sensors are of great importance in embedded applications. Many temperature sensors measure the ambient temperature or temperature of a surface. For measuring water temperature and other...
View ArticleArduino-based altitude meter using BMP180 sensor
BMP180 is a digital pressure sensor designed for low-power, low-voltage operation in mobile phones, navigation devices, and personal digital assistants. The sensor has an I2C interface to communicate...
View ArticleHow to design an Arduino-based RLC metal detector using an RC-A-354 sensor
Metal detectors offer several useful applications. A few examples include: Security checks Positioning detection for production equipment Elevator floor control Mineral prospecting Unearthing relics...
View ArticleArduino-based walking steps and distance calculator
A very common feature in Android and iOS fitness apps is calculating the number of steps the user walks and the distance he covers. These apps calculate the number of steps walked by the user either...
View ArticleArduino-based portable pollution monitor with OLED display
A majority of middle-aged people suffer from health issues like asthma and breathing problems, particularly in cities. Air pollution is the major cause of it. In this project, we have designed a...
View ArticleVishay launches miniaturized IR sensor modules for remote-control systems
Vishay Intertechnology has introduced three new miniaturized infrared (IR) sensor modules for remote-control systems. Featuring modulated carrier output for code learning applications, the Vishay...
View ArticleForest fire detection system using IoT sensor network
In this article, we will be detecting a forest fire using an IoT sensor network and making a portable device with battery operation. Getting information about a fire hazard in a forest in time can...
View ArticleWhat temperature sensors are used for electronics and IoT devices?
Temperature sensors are commonly used in embedded applications to monitor ambient temperature and prevent overheating. As a thermal management of the device, these sensors can issue a warning or...
View ArticleWhat role do automotive sensors play in modern vehicles?
A network of sensors is embedded throughout vehicles, serving as a critical type of “nervous system” that detects and measures different automotive parameters. This network is essential for a vehicle’s...
View ArticleArduino-based optical proximity sensor using IR LEDs
Proximity sensors are used to detect something approaching near. These sensors are useful in many applications like collision avoidance, obstacle detection, path following, touchless sensing, motion...
View Articleonsemi expands analog portion with analog front-end for battery-powered...
onsemi announced the availability of the CEM102, a compact analog front-end (AFE) that enables electrochemical sensing with exceptional accuracy at very low currents. With its small form factor and...
View ArticleHBK introduces versatile miniature force sensor with digital and analog...
HBK has released the U93A, a compact and easy-to-mount miniature force sensor that offers both digital and analog interface options. The U93A is available as a traditional passive mV/V sensor or can be...
View ArticleOMNIVISION introduces global shutter smage sensor for AR/VR/MR devices
OMNIVISION has announced the new OG0TC BSI global shutter (GS) image sensor for eye and face tracking in AR/VR/MR consumer headsets and glasses. This release marks the introduction of OMNIVISION’s...
View ArticleWhat sensors are used in fitness-based smartwatches?
Smartwatches are popular wearable devices that are divided into two broad categories: phone companions and fitness trackers. The phone companion acts as an extension or mini clone of the wearer’s...
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