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Sound can be used to detect objects and communicate. This roundup looks at three new MEMS-based microphones and…

Sound can be used to detect objects and communicate. This roundup looks at three new MEMS-based microphones and ultrasonic sensors on display at Sensor Expo 2018.

In this episode of the Gentleman Maker, we're using a Raspberry Pi and an Arduino Uno to stave off the onslaught of dogs…

In this episode of the Gentleman Maker, we're using a Raspberry Pi and an Arduino Uno to stave off the onslaught of dogs trying to eat every single plant in our garden.

Omron D6T Series MEMS Thermal Sensors are designed for non-contact temperature sensors and presence detection.

Omron D6T Series MEMS Thermal Sensors are designed for non-contact temperature sensors and presence detection.

Omron provides true presence detection, rather than just motion detection, with their D6T MEMS Thermal Sensors.

Omron provides true presence detection, rather than just motion detection, with their D6T MEMS Thermal Sensors.

This article shows how to build a 12 V PC fan PWM controller with GreenPAK ICs.

This article shows how to build a 12 V PC fan PWM controller with GreenPAK ICs.

While some car enthusiasts resist the integration of technology into automobiles, the industry is marching on towards…

While some car enthusiasts resist the integration of technology into automobiles, the industry is marching on towards more and more electronic components in cars. STMicroelectronics has announced their latest automotive-grade MEMS, the ASM330LHH, which aids in equipping cars with sensor technology.

Phoenix Contact FL Switch 2000 managed switches are intelligent switches that are designed to improve the robustness and…

Phoenix Contact FL Switch 2000 managed switches are intelligent switches that are designed to improve the robustness and stability of industrial automation networks.

This article looks at how appliance design is utilizing three-phase brushless DC motors to reduce system power…

This article looks at how appliance design is utilizing three-phase brushless DC motors to reduce system power consumption to meet Energy Star's requirements.

The ADXL1005 by Analog Devices is a low noise, wide bandwidth, single-axis MEMS accelerometer with Analog Output.

The ADXL1005 by Analog Devices is a low noise, wide bandwidth, single-axis MEMS accelerometer with Analog Output.

From the first telegraph message sent in 1884 to the founding of Dell computers in 1984 here is a roundup of history for…

From the first telegraph message sent in 1884 to the founding of Dell computers in 1984 here is a roundup of history for the month of May.

This tech brief provides an overview of a somewhat uncommon member of the flip-flop family.

This tech brief provides an overview of a somewhat uncommon member of the flip-flop family.

STMicroelectronics announces a new low-voltage three-phase and “three-sense” motor driver IC.

STMicroelectronics announces a new low-voltage three-phase and “three-sense” motor driver IC.

Here's a breakdown of Infineon's new high-performance digital MEMS microphone that offers power-optimized modes for…

Here's a breakdown of Infineon's new high-performance digital MEMS microphone that offers power-optimized modes for low-current consumption devices.

A new MEMS capacitive barometric pressure sensor, from InvenSense, is said to be the industry's lowest-noise and…

A new MEMS capacitive barometric pressure sensor, from InvenSense, is said to be the industry's lowest-noise and lowest-power pressure sensor.

STMicroelectronics L20G20IS is a compact two-axis MEMS gyroscope for use in optical image stabilization and similar applications.

STMicroelectronics L20G20IS is a compact two-axis MEMS gyroscope for use in optical image stabilization and similar applications.

TDK has just released a new line of piezo actuators with haptic feedback. The PiezoHap comes in three compact sizes -…

TDK has just released a new line of piezo actuators with haptic feedback. The PiezoHap comes in three compact sizes - 2.5G, 7G, and 15G, with a large acceleration of 2.5 g. 7 g, and 15 g, respectfully, under a load of 100 grams.

IDT’s new high-performance MEMS relative humidity and temperature sensor requires no user calibration and comes in four…

IDT’s new high-performance MEMS relative humidity and temperature sensor requires no user calibration and comes in four different accuracy levels.

Texas Instruments has announced a new low-voltage digital-latch Hall-effect sensor with a wide operating temperature range.

Texas Instruments has announced a new low-voltage digital-latch Hall-effect sensor with a wide operating temperature range.

STMicroelectronics offers their new microstepping motor driver that includes control logic and a power stage.

STMicroelectronics offers their new microstepping motor driver that includes control logic and a power stage.