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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.

TI’s PGA460 is a highly integrated ultrasonic signal processor and transducer SoC that can be used for object detection…

TI’s PGA460 is a highly integrated ultrasonic signal processor and transducer SoC that can be used for object detection and distance sensing in automotive, drone, IoT, and industrial applications, with the flexibility to be used in transformer-based or direct drive topologies for transducer excitation.

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.

This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.

This is a protoype of a fitness wearable device designed to vibrate when it detects stagnation.

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.

Diodes Incorporated has announced a new three-phase half bridge gate driver with multiple protection features and the…

Diodes Incorporated has announced a new three-phase half bridge gate driver with multiple protection features and the ability to drive N-Channel MOSFETs and IGBTs.

IDT’s new flow sensors use the calorimetric principle and a special sensor coating to provide robustness and long-term…

IDT’s new flow sensors use the calorimetric principle and a special sensor coating to provide robustness and long-term reliability when measuring gases and liquids.

Omron’s G6K-2F-RF-V relays are miniature surface-mount, high-frequency relays for high-speed differential signal…

Omron’s G6K-2F-RF-V relays are miniature surface-mount, high-frequency relays for high-speed differential signal switching in semiconductor test, test and measurement, and communication equipment.

STMicroelectronics showcases their new ultra-compact piezoresistive pressure sensor which functions as a digital barometer.

STMicroelectronics showcases their new ultra-compact piezoresistive pressure sensor which functions as a digital barometer.

More natural and immersive user interfaces will allow sensors to cater to a myriad of new applications.

More natural and immersive user interfaces will allow sensors to cater to a myriad of new applications.

Get an intro to overcurrent protection and OCPDs (overcurrent protection devices).

Get an intro to overcurrent protection and OCPDs (overcurrent protection devices).

Learn about sensorless brushless DC motor controllers, some example ICs, and some disadvantages of using such motors.

Learn about sensorless brushless DC motor controllers, some example ICs, and some disadvantages of using such motors.

TE Connectivity's MS5837 is an ultra-small, gel-filled, 24-bit MEMS pressure sensor optimized for barometer and altimeter…

TE Connectivity's MS5837 is an ultra-small, gel-filled, 24-bit MEMS pressure sensor optimized for barometer and altimeter use in fitness and navigation devices.

An improved bearing system inside a new line of DC axial fans from CUI allows them to offer quieter operation and longer life.

An improved bearing system inside a new line of DC axial fans from CUI allows them to offer quieter operation and longer life.

Analog Devices ADRF5020 and ADRF5021 silicon switches provide high isolation and low insertion loss from as low as 9 kHz…

Analog Devices ADRF5020 and ADRF5021 silicon switches provide high isolation and low insertion loss from as low as 9 kHz to 30 GHz for signals up to 24 dBm with CMOS and TTL compatible control.

In this teardown, we unscrew screws and disconnect plastic pieces to reveal the magical innards of this mini air compressor.

In this teardown, we unscrew screws and disconnect plastic pieces to reveal the magical innards of this mini air compressor.