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Using Pressure Sensors to Adjust the Oxygen Concentration: An Electrical Engineer’s Intro to Mechanical Ventilation

Using Pressure Sensors to Adjust the Oxygen Concentration: An Electrical Engineer’s Intro to Mechanical Ventilation

In this article, we’ll look at additional applications of pressure sensors in mechanical ventilation.


New IMU Addresses Critical Safety Threat for ADAS—Sensor Drift

New IMU Addresses Critical Safety Threat for ADAS—Sensor Drift

ACEINNA's latest IMU claims a reliability of 1.3°/hr, aiming for the daunting world of autonomous vehicle positioning where sensor drift can threaten safety.


News May 05, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
An Engineer’s Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation

An Engineer’s Introduction to Mechanical Ventilation

Learn about the basics of mechanical ventilation in terms of subsystems, control loops, and algorithms.


AI Devices Are Helping Us Stay One Step Ahead of COVID-19

AI Devices Are Helping Us Stay One Step Ahead of COVID-19

A number of companies are pumping out new edge AI technology—none of which explicitly state pandemic prediction or healthcare assistance as a use case. But with the overwhelming number of COVID-19 cases, might this new technology be used to that end?


News Mar 25, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
Introduction to Image Sensor Technology, from Photons to Electrons

Introduction to Image Sensor Technology, from Photons to Electrons

This article, the first in a series, discusses light-sensitive electronic devices called photodiodes and compares CCD and CMOS sensors.


Heat Matters in Electronic Design. A Temperature Sensor From ADI Emphasizes Why

Heat Matters in Electronic Design. A Temperature Sensor From ADI Emphasizes Why

Components like Analog Devices' new digital temperature sensor can springboard us into a discussion on thermal issues—whether they appear in power-supply, sensor, or motor-drive circuits.


News Mar 15, 2020 by Robert Keim
TE Connectivity Releases Pressure Sensor for Harsh Environments

TE Connectivity Releases Pressure Sensor for Harsh Environments

The MS5839 is a highly integrated, water- and chlorine-resistant device that utilizes delta-sigma A/D conversion to provide high-resolution digital data.


News Feb 27, 2020 by Robert Keim
Renesas’ Gas Sensor Powers Safera’s Smart Cooking Sensor

Renesas’ Gas Sensor Powers Safera’s Smart Cooking Sensor

Renesas claims its ZMOD4410 allows the Safera Sense cooking monitor to detect carbon dioxide and volatile organic compounds.


News Feb 19, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
What Is the Light Convergent Reflective Sensor on OMRON’s New Sensor Eval Board?

What Is the Light Convergent Reflective Sensor on OMRON’s New Sensor Eval Board?

Let’s take a look at the 2JCIE-EV, which comes with sample code and supports a wide variety of sensing applications.


News Feb 12, 2020 by Robert Keim
IIoT Sensors from VocalZoom Include Built-in Data Processing and Wireless Connectivity

IIoT Sensors from VocalZoom Include Built-in Data Processing and Wireless Connectivity

VocalZoom’s laser sensors measure location, motion, and vibration levels to monitor critical industrial processes.


News Feb 06, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
Texas Instruments MCU LaunchPad Sensor Tag Kit | New Product Brief

Texas Instruments MCU LaunchPad Sensor Tag Kit | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Jan 30, 2020 by Mouser
ChipSats—Hoards of Tiny Circuit Boards Sent to Space (or Attached to Cows)

ChipSats—Hoards of Tiny Circuit Boards Sent to Space (or Attached to Cows)

The size of a postage stamp, ChipSats form a sensor network to carry out tasks of larger satellites.


News Jan 21, 2020 by Lisa Boneta.
Wrapping Up CES: What Can Engineers Expect in 2020?

Wrapping Up CES: What Can Engineers Expect in 2020?

CES 2020 offered new insights and product announcements regarding 5G, automotive, IoT, and AI. But which of these trends should engineers pay attention to?


News Jan 13, 2020 by Lisa Boneta.
Diodes Incorporated Revamps Piezo Sound Driver to Drive Loads Up to 47nF

Diodes Incorporated Revamps Piezo Sound Driver to Drive Loads Up to 47nF

The PAM8940E can generate its own drive voltage while still driving large external loads up to 47nF.


News Dec 06, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
Silicon Photomultiplier (SiPM) Structure, Characteristics, and Applications

Silicon Photomultiplier (SiPM) Structure, Characteristics, and Applications

Learn about the structure, characteristics, and applications of a silicon photomultiplier (SiPM).


ST Highlights New Temperature Sensors’ Accuracy—to Within 0.25°C

ST Highlights New Temperature Sensors’ Accuracy—to Within 0.25°C

The STTS22H from STMicroelectronics typically draws 0.5 µA in standby mode.


News Nov 19, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
ams Unveils Family of Digital Temperature Sensors for Tight Thermal Control

ams Unveils Family of Digital Temperature Sensors for Tight Thermal Control

Sized at only 1.5 mm2, members of the AS621x family offer a range of temperature accuracies for design flexibility.


News Nov 12, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
TE’s New Multi-Sensor Module Geared to Push Smart Devices to Market Faster

TE’s New Multi-Sensor Module Geared to Push Smart Devices to Market Faster

The pre-engineered module aims to save developers the effort of finding and deploying separate sensing solutions.


News Nov 06, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Digi International XBee XBIB-C Development Boards | Featured Product Spotlight

Digi International XBee XBIB-C Development Boards | Featured Product Spotlight

This Featured Product Spotlight is part of a video series exploring the specifications, applications, and market context of new products.


new products Oct 27, 2019 by Mouser
Melexis Announces Pressure Sensing IC for Engine EVAP Systems

Melexis Announces Pressure Sensing IC for Engine EVAP Systems

The MLX90821 measures pressures that dip down to 50 mbars in the EVAP systems of internal combustion or hybrid engines.


News Oct 23, 2019 by Gary Elinoff