In-depth technical articles and tutorials on sensors, their theory of operation, and how to use them effectively.
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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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A Power Monitor with Improved Response Time November 1, 2009
A selective sampler enables you to sample a signal more quickly and efficiently while retaining the desired frequency resolution. The technique can be used to detect transient power changes rapidly, before blackouts occur.More>>
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Designing a Second-Order Anti-aliasing Filter for a Sensor Signal Path August 1, 2009
Aliasing in sensor signal paths can be avoided by using an anti-aliasing filter between the sensor and the ADC. This article describes how to design a simple, second-order anti-aliasing filter.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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The Hidden Costs of Compressed Air/Gas Leaks April 1, 2009
Leaks are bad news. Not only do they lessen your process efficiency, but they can also present a danger to the environment and your personnel. Here's why you should perform regular leak audits and how to approach the auditing process.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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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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Simplifying Sensor Signal Path Design December 1, 2008
Sensing applications require some form of signal conditioning and the interplay of the various analog components can spell success or misery. A new Web-based tool aids engineers in designing sensor signal paths with discrete analog components.More>>
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Color, Contrast, and Luminescence Sensors: Which One Should You Choose? November 1, 2008
When faced with so many photoelectric sensor choices, how do you choose the right one for your application? Here are some general guidelines for selecting among color, contrast, color mark, or luminescence sensors.More>>
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