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Position/Presence/Proximity

In-depth technical articles that cover the various types of position, presence, and proximity sensors, including their principles of operation, technology comparisons, and real-world applications


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Rotary Position Sensor from Austriamicrosystems   June 24, 2012

The AS5132 from austriamicrosystems AG, Unterpremstaetten, Austria, is a magnetic rotary position sensor IC that provides accurate angular measurement even at very high rotation speeds. More>>

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High-Accuracy Angle Encoder from Heidenhain   June 1, 2012

The ERO 6000 from Heidenhain Corp., Schaumburg, IL, is an angle encoder with a very small scanning head and flat design, designed for use in metrology systems, compact rotary tables, and air bearing spindles, laser trackers, and robot arms. More>>

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High-Pressure Inductive Position Sensor from Balluff   June 1, 2012

Balluff Inc., Florence, KY, offers a high-pressure inductive analog position sensor that is rated up to 500 bar and is suited for valve control and hydraulic cylinder cushioning applications. More>>

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Analysis of the Proximity, Displacement Sensors Markets   May 31, 2012

Research and Markets offers the Frost & Sullivan analysis of the worldwide market for proximity and displacement sensors.More>>

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EtherNet/IP Absolute Encoders from TR Electronic   May 20, 2012

TR Electronic, Troy, MI, offers the CEx58 Series of absolute encoders with an EtherNet/IP interface. More>>

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Miniature Ultrasonic Sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs   May 20, 2012

F77 Series ultrasonic sensors from Pepperl+Fuchs Inc., Twinsburg, OH, are 31 by 11 by 23 mm and are an alternative to background-suppression photoelectric sensors. More>>

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Triangulation Sensor from iC-Haus   May 20, 2012

The iC-LO from iC-Haus GmbH, Bodenheim, Germany, is a triangulation sensor SoC for use in diffuse reflective photoelectric sensors with switching outputs. More>>

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Flat/Flush-mount Sensor from Baumer   May 20, 2012

The CFDK 25 low-profile capacitive sensor from Baumer, Southington, CT, reliably detects objects in confined spaces such as low-rise conveyors, automated handling equipment, or industrial machinery. More>>

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Micromachined Reed Sensors from Meder   April 22, 2012

MMS sensors from Meder Electronic Inc., West Wareham, MA, are micro-miniature, hermetically sealed reed switches designed for low-voltage and low-power switching devices up to 3 V max.More>>

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MEMS Joystick from Knowles Acoustics   April 22, 2012

The KMJ0401IC from Knowles Acoustics, Itasca, IL, is an ultra-low-power digital MEMS joystick for use in handheld consumer devices. More>>









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