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A Look at InvenSense’s Low-Noise, Low-Power, Waterproof MEMS Capacitive Barometric Pressure Sensor

A Look at InvenSense’s Low-Noise, Low-Power, Waterproof MEMS Capacitive Barometric Pressure Sensor

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


News Feb 13, 2018 by Nick Davis
High Voltage Design: A New Three-Phase Half Bridge Gate Driver from Diodes Inc.

High Voltage Design: A New Three-Phase Half Bridge Gate Driver from Diodes Inc.

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.


News Dec 06, 2017 by Nick Davis
Piezoresistive Sensing: A New Miniature MEMS Water-Resistant Digital Barometer from STMicro

Piezoresistive Sensing: A New Miniature MEMS Water-Resistant Digital Barometer from STMicro

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


News Nov 27, 2017 by Nick Davis
MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

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


News Nov 06, 2017 by Majeed Ahmad
Teardown Tuesday: Mini Air Compressor by Suaoki

Teardown Tuesday: Mini Air Compressor by Suaoki

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


News Sep 26, 2017 by Nick Davis
Teardown Tuesday: Gas Leak Detector

Teardown Tuesday: Gas Leak Detector

In this Teardown Tuesday we are going to take a look at the insides of a gas leakage detector. This device is designed to detect the presence of halogen gases.


News Sep 19, 2017 by Alex Udanis
Coping with Pushbuttons: A New Switch Monitor IC from ROHM

Coping with Pushbuttons: A New Switch Monitor IC from ROHM

Mechanical input devices are far from obsolete, and an IC like the BD3376MUV-M can help you with the interface details.


News Jul 10, 2017 by Robert Keim
Control, Routing, Multiplexing: A New Analog Switch from Vishay

Control, Routing, Multiplexing: A New Analog Switch from Vishay

Mechanical switches are often impractical in modern embedded designs, and ICs such as the DG2788A offer a high-performance alternative.


News Jun 26, 2017 by Robert Keim
Teardown Tuesday: Mercury Remote-Controlled Socket

Teardown Tuesday: Mercury Remote-Controlled Socket

In this Teardown Tuesday, we will be looking at the innards of a Mercury remote power plug that uses a remote to control power sockets.


News Feb 21, 2017 by Robin Mitchell
Teardown Tuesday: IoT Power Outlet

Teardown Tuesday: IoT Power Outlet

Today demand for IoT devices is rapidly growing. What are inside of an IoT power strip? Find out in this teardown!


News Jul 12, 2016 by Alex Udanis
Teardown Tuesday - Amazon Dash Button

Teardown Tuesday - Amazon Dash Button

In this edition of teardown Tuesday, we'll be examining the Amazon Dash button.


News Feb 23, 2016 by Alex Udanis