EDN

Infrared proximity sensing: Building blocks, mechanical considerations, & design trade-offs

Proximity sensing based on infrared signal acquisition and processing typically requires two parts to form the optical front end: an infrared LED and an optical sensor. The infrared LED beams infrared ...
EDN

Solido Design Launches New Process Variation Solution to Solve Well Proximity Effect Problems for Sub-90 nm Analog Designs

San Jose, Calif. – June 23, 2009 – Solido Design Automation, a leading developer of software for eliminating design loss caused by process variation in analog/mixed-signal and custom integrated ...
Machine Design

Proximity Sensors

Proximity sensors detect objects without physical contact. Most proximity sensors emit an electromagnetic field or beam and look for changes in the field. The object being sensed is called a target.
Electronic Design

Proximity Sensor Travels a New Path

STMicroelectronics' TMOS sensors handle presence sensing using a 5- to 20-µm passive IR sensor. This provides more accurate results as well as information about the distance rather than just a basic ...
Electronic Design

Proximity Sensors Integrate Multiple Devices In Mini Package

The VCNL3020 proximity sensor from Vishay Intertechnology combines an IR emitter, photo-pin-diode, signal-processing IC, and 16-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) in a 4.85- by 2.35- by 0.83-mm ...