Electromagnetics

TDK Presents Stray-Field Robust ASIL C Ready Hall-Effect Position Sensor Family for High-Speed e-Motor Applications

TDK Corporation introduces the Micronas fast 2D Hall-effect position sensor family HAL 302x addressing the need for stray-field robust motor position sensing as well as ISO 26262 compliant developments in automotive and industrial applications. This new sensor […]

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Melexis Releases Free Online Current Sensor Simulator 

Belgian based global semiconductor developer, Melexis has recently introduced its Current Sensor Simulator, an easy-to-use web application for rapidly selecting sensors from the company’s IMC-Hall portfolio. This interactive tool significantly accelerates the design process, enabling […]

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Hall-Based Motor Position Sensor for e-Mobility Designed by Moving Magnet Technologies 

Accurate motor position sensors are required to ensure the efficient and reliable control of electric machines. Various technical solutions are available but, despite the widespread use of magneto-sensitive sensors in end-of-shaft configurations, such a technology […]

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Rotary Hall-Effect Sensors & Potentiometers from Piher Sensing 

New rotary position sensors and potentiometers have been added by Spanish sensing specialist Piher Sensing Systems. Based on Hall Effect technology, the PSE series of compact panel mount sensors extend the company’s line-up of contactless position sensors, while the potentiometers also extend their product line. […]

Electromagnetics

Tech Tips: Designing Magnetic Latches to Keep Electronics Secured 

Do you know that permanent magnets are behind the action for your detachable keyboard, the pencil that attaches to your tablet, and the wireless charging pad that attaches to your phone? Smart screen covers for phones, tablets, magnetically latching wall-mount security cameras and countless electronic devices in day-to-day life rely on permanent magnets for providing the magnetic attaching mechanism.  […]

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VAC Focuses on Future of Current Sensing for Electrification 

The electrification of the world is advancing in almost every industry, which has led to a rapid increase in the demand for high precision current sensors. VAC, a leading manufacturer of magnetic materials and products refined from them, has recently set up a new product management team at headquarters in Hanau, Germany and developed a new line of sensors to address these market demands. […]