OmniVision Technologies introduced the OV5690, a 5-megapixel image sensor to use the proprietary OmniBSI-2 pixel architecture. The 1.4-micron backside illumination pixel allows for a full five megapixels in a ¼-inch optical format, and combines image quality with a 20 percent reduction in camera mod...

Renesas Electronics announced the availability of the digital ambient illuminance sensor, the PH5551A2NA1. The device is the company’s first entry into the market for ambient illuminance sensors. The digital ambient illuminance sensor detects the brightness of ambient light and sends a corresponding...

Zytronic has announced the launch of a new range of its ZYBRID sensors employing deposited tracks of transparent Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) as the sensing medium to complement the present product sensor range which utilizes copper strand electrodes. These will deliver advantages over other currently ava...

With the monochrome MV1-D1312IE-40-CL and MV1-D1312IE-160-CL camera, with Camera Link interface, Photonfocus introduces a camera series, based on the newly developed 3rd Generation CMOS imager A1312IE. The MV1-D1312IE-40-CL camera provides a dynamic range of up to 120dB with the well known LinLog te...

ZMD introduced a single-chip sensor signal conditioner IC for resistive bridge sensors. This single chip solution is ZMDI’s first device combining a sensor conditioning IC with a LIN transceiver. The ZSSC3170 is designed for direct 12V supply provided by the vehicle power system.

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Having a segment orientated acquisition for digitizers is a standard a lot of manufacturers offer. In this case the on-board memory is segmented and one segment of data is stored on every trigger event. This mode is well suited for repetitive signals with gaps like Radar or Sonar or production tests...

Baumer’s PBSN general purpose pressure transmitter series can now be used in media temperatures up to 150°C. This is made possible by means of a cooling neck. The sensor, which is based on a thick film ceramic measuring cell, is also suitable for applications with aggressive media. This qualifies th...