News facts: New TMD2636 fully integrated proximity sensor module for True Wireless Stereo (TWS) earbuds is supplied in an ultra-low-profile 0.35mm package and occupies a volume of just 0.7mm3. The sensor draws on ams innovations in optical sensor hardware and software to provide reliable in-ear proximity detection and to save power when the earbud is […]
ams launches new family of high-speed industrial image sensors
ams, a worldwide supplier of high-performance sensor solutions, has introduced the CSG family of image sensors, enabling manufacturers to develop industrial vision equipment that achieves higher resolution at very high frame rates. The new CSG14K and CSG8K sensors, supplied in – respectively – a stand-ard 1-in. or a 1/1.1-in. optical format, allow factory operators to […]
Tiny light/RG color and flicker detection sensor measures ambient light down to 1 flux
AMS releases the TCS3410, a combined ambient light/RGB color and flicker detection sensor with a tiny 2 mm x 1 mm footprint, further expanding customer options for use in their bezel-less and ultra-narrow bezel smartphones. At just 0.5 mm high, the TCS3410 can easily fit in a waterdrop notch for the selfie camera or in […]
What image sensor kits are available for miniature cameras?
If including a miniature vision sensor in an upcoming design is on your New Year’s list, there are two new choices. Based on its NanEyeC miniature image sensor, ams has developed the NanoVision and NanoBerry evaluation kits. Targeting video applications where the camera must be invisible to the end user or mounted in an extremely […]
How can system designers integrate sensors quicker?
To make designing with the sensor easier, best practices and guidelines compiled by the application experts at the sensor manufacturer and other tools can simplify user’s implementation and avoid pitfalls that have been observed in previous system designs. This is certainly true for sensors (transducers) that convert mechanical forces to electrical signals and have mechanical […]
What’s happening in air quality sensing?
Many people take clean air as a given. However, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates (2014) that 4 million deaths globally are caused, at least in part, by air pollution. WHO also estimates (2016) that more than 90% of the world’s population lives in regions where air pollutant levels are higher than the WHO specified […]
Image sensor for machine vision
AMS has introduced a new global shutter image sensor for machine vision and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment which offers better image quality and higher throughput than any previous device that supports the 1-in. optical format. The new CSG14k image sensor features a 3840 x 3584 pixel array, giving 14Mpixel resolution at a frame rate […]
How big is the magnetic sensing market?
Angle, position and current sensing as well as compasses and even some switches rely on magnetic sensors. While Hall-effect technology has been a dominant enabler of these sensors, so-called xMR or magnetoresistive/magnetoresistance technologies are playing an increasing role. The x can stand for anisotropic (AMR), giant (GMR) or tunnel (TMR). With these new technologies playing […]
How can you get a ballpark price for a sensor in a new design?
Pricing is one of the top criteria for selecting one sensor supplier over another and often for specifying a specific sensor over another for a new design. Some sensor companies, such as semiconductor companies that supply microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and other semiconductor-based sensors, have a buy page on their website with low volume pricing. For […]
AMS finalizes acquisition of Heptagon
AMS, a leading worldwide supplier of high-performance sensor and analog solutions, announced the completion of the transaction to acquire 100% of the shares in Heptagon and the related capital increase of 11,011,281 new shares from authorized capital excluding subscription rights. AMS announced on October 24, 2016 that the company had signed an agreement to acquire Heptagon, […]
Boost converters for single-cell li-ion batteries
ams AG, a provider of high performance sensors and analog ICs, introduced the AS1383, an ultra-compact switching boost converter which offers high efficiency and helps extend run-time in…
Easy-to-use magnetic position sensor
ams AG (SIX: AMS), a provider of high performance analog ICs and sensors, introduced the AS5600,a magnetic rotary position sensor which makes it easier than ever before to…
Magnetic Position Sensor Provides High Accuracy
With Dynamic Angle Error Compensation (DAEC™), a patent-pending technology developed by ams AG, its new “47 series” position sensors eliminate the measurement error attributable to propagation delay. The…
Load Balancing Technology for Battery-Powered Applications
At Sensors Expo 2013, Gernot Hehn from ams demonstrates the company’s load balancing technology on seven cells with supercapacitors. To watch the video, click here. For more information…
Sense Voltage and Current for Battery Fuel Gauging in Electric Scooters
With a recently developed reference design, ams allows designers to readily use simple current and voltage measurement circuitry to produce state-of-charge (SOC) readings for electric scooter batteries. Instead of a voltmeter that tells little about battery life, electric scooter manufacturers can now offer customers a fuel gauge at a nearly comparable cost. The reference design […]