Learn more about the design considerations that go into developing adaptive automotive lighting solutions.
Learn more about the design considerations that go into developing adaptive automotive lighting solutions.
How do time of flight sensors determine distances? Learn more about ToF cameras using an example 3D camera.
How do time of flight sensors determine distances? Learn more about ToF cameras using an example 3D camera.
This two-article series provides an overview of circuit symbols, along with some information on the components that they…
This two-article series provides an overview of circuit symbols, along with some information on the components that they represent.
In this article we’ll explore a circuit that produces an output voltage proportional to the charge generated by a…
In this article we’ll explore a circuit that produces an output voltage proportional to the charge generated by a piezoelectric transducer.
This article explains some theory behind piezoelectric sensors and presents an equivalent circuit that you can use when…
This article explains some theory behind piezoelectric sensors and presents an equivalent circuit that you can use when you’re designing sensor systems.
The OPB9000 is a reflective light sensor from TTElectronics with programmable output and sensitivity levels.
The OPB9000 is a reflective light sensor from TTElectronics with programmable output and sensitivity levels.
Optocouplers are undoubtedly effective, but alternative isolation technologies may be a better choice for your application.
Optocouplers are undoubtedly effective, but alternative isolation technologies may be a better choice for your application.
The Texas Instruments DLPDLCR2000EVM is a demonstration cape designed to plug into a BeagleBone Black (BBB) and provide…
The Texas Instruments DLPDLCR2000EVM is a demonstration cape designed to plug into a BeagleBone Black (BBB) and provide instant-on projection capabilities using a digital micromirror device and a relatively high-power RGB LED.
In this article, we will assess and characterize the hardware of two power management IC development boards from Cypress…
In this article, we will assess and characterize the hardware of two power management IC development boards from Cypress Semiconductor, designed for energy-harvesting applications.
This technical brief discusses a parameter that conveys the sensitivity of an optical detector.
This technical brief discusses a parameter that conveys the sensitivity of an optical detector.
Use a Honeywell particle sensor to measure 2.5 µm PM and 10.0 µm PM concentrations in your environment.
Use a Honeywell particle sensor to measure 2.5 µm PM and 10.0 µm PM concentrations in your environment.
This article provides a closer look at the PCB design considerations and programming of a custom capacitive touch…
This article provides a closer look at the PCB design considerations and programming of a custom capacitive touch interface device.
Blending colors may sound elementary but it is vital in drawing attention to your project with RGB LEDs!
Blending colors may sound elementary but it is vital in drawing attention to your project with RGB LEDs!
Let's interface an ultrasonic sensor and a lighting system! In this project, we'll design a sensor subsystem and then use…
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.
In this project, we're making a weighing scale using a C8051 microcontroller development kit, a load cell, and the…
In this project, we're making a weighing scale using a C8051 microcontroller development kit, a load cell, and the Simplicity Studio IDE. The measured weight will be displayed on an LCD screen.
In part two of the tachometer/speedometer project, we'll add a keypad and LCD for easier user interaction.
In part two of the tachometer/speedometer project, we'll add a keypad and LCD for easier user interaction.
Learn how to make a tachometer and speedometer using a C8051 microcontroller, an optoelectronic sensor, and a spinning disc.
Learn how to make a tachometer and speedometer using a C8051 microcontroller, an optoelectronic sensor, and a spinning disc.
In this article, we talk about the basics of optoelectronics, including a brief lecture on photons. Also, various…
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.
Learn about various movement-type sensors including accelerometers, tilt sensors, vibration sensors, PIR (passive…
Learn about various movement-type sensors including accelerometers, tilt sensors, vibration sensors, PIR (passive infrared) sensors, and rotation sensors.
Radio Over Fiber (ROF) combines RF and optics, providing optical links to replace strategic portions of cellular,…
Radio Over Fiber (ROF) combines RF and optics, providing optical links to replace strategic portions of cellular, satellite, and copper based systems.
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