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Compensating for Tilt, Hard-Iron, and Soft-Iron Effects   December 1, 2009

When implementing a compass system, it's important to understand the types of errors that can affect the accuracy of the heading readings. This article discusses those errors and explains methods to correct for them.More>>

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The Best of Sensors Expo Awards 2009: Meet the Winners!   July 1, 2009

Of the many new products on display at Sensors Expo 2009, the Best of Sensors Expo Awards recognized sixteen of them for their impressive functionality, utility, and distinctiveness.More>>

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Capacitive Sensor Operation Part 2: System Optimization   June 1, 2009

Part 2 of this two-part article focuses on how to optimize the performance of your capacitive sensor, and to understand how target material, shape, and size will affect the sensor's response.More>>

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Capacitive Sensor Operation Part 1: The Basics   May 1, 2009

Part 1 of this two-part article reviews the concepts and theory of capacitive sensing to help to optimize capacitive sensor performance. Part 2 of this article will discuss how to put these concepts to work.More>>

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Simple Steps to Selecting the Right Accelerometer   March 1, 2009

Choosing the right accelerometer for your application can be a daunting task. This article offers guidelines to aid you in the selection process.More>>

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Heavy-Duty Encoders for Harsh Environments   February 1, 2009

Heavy-duty optical encoders require clever design and robust construction to survive in extreme environments.More>>

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Hitting the Sweet Spot Range of ADCs   February 1, 2009

For a given input signal, here's how to meet the full dynamic range of an ADC using a standard amplifier circuit.More>>

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Automating the Filling Process for Dangerous and Toxic Materials   October 1, 2008

By using a machine vision system, Feige Filling automated its technique for filling containers with toxic or dangerous materials.More>>

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Energy Harvesting-The Next Evolution for Wireless Sensors   October 1, 2008

As the power requirements of electronics decrease and the power output of energy-harvesting devices increases, the convergence of these trends makes wireless sensors an ideal application for energy harvesting.More>>

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Data Acquisition Products: Global Market Demand Analysis   September 1, 2008

A recent worldwide market report on DA products shows significant growth in the use of external DA equipment and increased demand for higher channel counts, higher-resolution data converters, and higher sampling speeds.More>>