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Introduction to Adaptive Front Lighting Systems (AFS)

Learn more about the design considerations that go into developing adaptive automotive lighting solutions.

November 06, 2019 by Steve Arar

Characterizing LED Performance with a Frequency Response Analyzer and Line Injector

This application note series explores the measurement of the dynamic resistance of an LED and how to create a usable SPICE model from the data.

October 28, 2019 by Steve Sandler

Time-of-Flight Sensors for In-Cabin Vehicle Safety

This article looks at how time-of-flight sensing in a vehicle's cabin can improve safety and convenience.

August 21, 2019 by Gualtiero Bagnuoli, Melexis

How Do Time of Flight Sensors (ToF) Work? A Look at ToF 3D Cameras

How do time of flight sensors determine distances? Learn more about ToF cameras using an example 3D camera.

May 08, 2019 by Mark Hughes

How to Interpret IMU Sensor Data for Dead-Reckoning: Rotation Matrix Creation

Working with IMUs can maddening for a variety of reasons, but what scares people the most is usually the math.

April 23, 2019 by Mark Hughes

Hardware Assessment: OPB9000 Reflective Light Sensor from TTElectronics

The OPB9000 is a reflective light sensor from TTElectronics with programmable output and sensitivity levels.

July 27, 2018 by Mark Hughes

Choosing the Right Transistor: Understanding Dynamic MOSFET Parameters

In this article, we’ll discuss MOSFET characteristics related to transient conditions and switch-mode operation.

July 24, 2018 by Robert Keim

Beyond the Optocoupler: Understanding Digital Isolators

Optocouplers are undoubtedly effective, but alternative isolation technologies may be a better choice for your application.

July 13, 2018 by Robert Keim

Selecting and Implementing Photovoltaic Cells for Solar-Powered Devices

This article discusses details that will help you choose the right kind of solar cell and successfully incorporate it into your next project.

May 31, 2018 by Robert Keim

Need a Current Regulator? Use a Voltage Regulator!

This article, part of AAC’s Analog Circuit Collection, shows you how linear voltage regulators can also be handy in constant-current applications.

February 12, 2018 by Robert Keim

Conveniently Control Your Load Current with a Voltage-to-Current Converter

This article, part of AAC’s Analog Circuit Collection, presents a straightforward way to precisely control the current through an LED (or through a typical resistive load).

February 05, 2018 by Robert Keim

The MIT-i Color Blender! RGB LED Color Blending

Blending colors may sound elementary but it is vital in drawing attention to your project with RGB LEDs!

November 08, 2017 by Ryan Jones

How to Interface an Ultrasonic Sensor with an LCD Using a Microcontroller Dev Kit

Let's interface an ultrasonic sensor and a lighting system! In this project, we'll design a sensor subsystem and then use it in a parking sensor application.

November 02, 2017 by Nick Davis

How To Use Multi Color LEDs to Enhance Displays

In this video, we're going to talk about the ubiquitous seven segment display and how you can use multi-color LEDs to provide the user with more information than just a simple readout.

August 25, 2017 by Chris Anderson

An Introduction to Optoelectronics

In this article, we talk about the basics of optoelectronics, including a brief lecture on photons. Also, various optoelectronic devices will be discussed including lamps, LEDs, photodiodes, photoresistors, and laser diodes.

July 10, 2017 by Nick Davis

Maxim Integrated’s Sound Activated NeoPixel Rave Goggles

Be the spectacle at this summer's music festival with these sound activated rave goggles!

July 07, 2017 by Ryan Jones

An Introduction to Laser Diodes

Learn about the laser diode, including package types, applications, drive circuitry, and some laser diode specifications.

June 12, 2017 by Nick Davis

Simplify Your Lighting Design: A New Constant-Current Regulator from Diodes Incorporated

ICs such as the BCR401U provide high-quality control of LEDs for applications that require something better than the typical series-resistor arrangement.

May 25, 2017 by Robert Keim

Measuring with Light: New Photometric Front End ICs from Analog Devices

In this article, we’ll take a look at the ADPD10x series, which gives you an example of how a highly integrated IC can simplify your optical applications.

May 08, 2017 by Robert Keim

Dealing with Variable Lighting: CMOS Vs CCD Image Sensors

Despite the convenience of CMOS imagers, CCD imagers still have their place. And if you really need low-light performance, consider a device with EMCCD technology, such as the KAE-02152.

May 03, 2017 by Robert Keim