Latest Motion Sensors Industry Articles

Learn how “right-sized” machine learning enables edge devices to make critical decisions locally, improving…

Learn how “right-sized” machine learning enables edge devices to make critical decisions locally, improving reliability and reducing reliance on cloud connectivity in remote, volatile environments.

Learn what makes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) unique, what makes it useful, and how to address the design challenges it presents.

Learn what makes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) unique, what makes it useful, and how to address the design challenges it presents.

Placing cameras in a workplace can be tricky because it requires balancing workplace efficiency with employee security…

Placing cameras in a workplace can be tricky because it requires balancing workplace efficiency with employee security and privacy. Learn how to leverage sensing technology properly to maximize production.

Radar technology in vehicles has evolved from the early days of basic bulky sensors to the advanced 4D imaging radar and…

Radar technology in vehicles has evolved from the early days of basic bulky sensors to the advanced 4D imaging radar and sensor fusion of today. Learn how the underlying technology is opening new capabilities.

Haptic feedback systems using piezo-based actuators are important for a variety of applications, especially automotive.…

Haptic feedback systems using piezo-based actuators are important for a variety of applications, especially automotive. Learn the challenges and the solutions to be considered for this technology.

Giant magnetoresistance (GMR) technology offers key advantages for a range of automotive applications. Learn how it…

Giant magnetoresistance (GMR) technology offers key advantages for a range of automotive applications. Learn how it works, how it compares to alternative approaches, and the types of GMR sensor solutions available.

Learn about gallium-nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistors (HEMTs) and how they can be used in LiDAR (light…

Learn about gallium-nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistors (HEMTs) and how they can be used in LiDAR (light detection and ranging) applications.

Designing smart home devices involves numerous challenges. In this article, learn the important limitations of today’s…

Designing smart home devices involves numerous challenges. In this article, learn the important limitations of today’s smart home technologies and how sensor fusion helps smooth the way.

Learn about the benefits of board-mounted pressure sensors and the considerations when selecting them.

Learn about the benefits of board-mounted pressure sensors and the considerations when selecting them.

In this article, find out what board mount pressure sensors are, how they work, their benefits, applications, and how to…

In this article, find out what board mount pressure sensors are, how they work, their benefits, applications, and how to choose one for a design.

This article outlines the principles of operation of optical sensors, optical sensor types, considerations for optical…

This article outlines the principles of operation of optical sensors, optical sensor types, considerations for optical sensor selection, and key applications.

This article discusses some concepts for ensuring motion detector designs will be robust to external disturbances by…

This article discusses some concepts for ensuring motion detector designs will be robust to external disturbances by presenting an infrared detector assembly that can significantly reduce the parts count and improve product performance and reliability. 

This article explains how to use an NTC or a PTC thermistor with an ADC, along with the various process techniques to…

This article explains how to use an NTC or a PTC thermistor with an ADC, along with the various process techniques to convert ADC measured results into a usable temperature value.

This article explores the challenge of constantly powering the billions of devices that make up the IoT and how energy…

This article explores the challenge of constantly powering the billions of devices that make up the IoT and how energy harvesting could be an effective solution.

This design solution evaluates the accuracy of thermocouples used for high-temperature measurements as well as resistance…

This design solution evaluates the accuracy of thermocouples used for high-temperature measurements as well as resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) used for local cold-junction-compensation (CJC) points.

In part 2 of this article, we will focus on key specifications and features in the context of wearable devices, condition…

In part 2 of this article, we will focus on key specifications and features in the context of wearable devices, condition monitoring, and IoT applications.

Part 1 of this two-part series discusses the key parameters and features a designer needs to be aware of and how they…

Part 1 of this two-part series discusses the key parameters and features a designer needs to be aware of and how they relate to inclination and stabilization applications, thus helping the designer choose the most suitable accelerometer.

The industrial Internet of Things (IoT) encompasses the broad transformation underway that will make pervasive sensing…

The industrial Internet of Things (IoT) encompasses the broad transformation underway that will make pervasive sensing across connected machines not just a competitive advantage, but an essential fundamental service. The industrial IoT starts with the edge node, which is the sensing and measurement entry point of interest.

MEMS accelerometers have finally reached a point where they are able to measure vibration on a broad set of machine platforms.

MEMS accelerometers have finally reached a point where they are able to measure vibration on a broad set of machine platforms.