A three-axis linear accelerometer, ST’s AIS2IH switches between its five operating modes on-the-fly to optimize resolution and power consumption. The AEC-Q100-qualified MEMS sensor is intended for non ...

ST has created three-axis linear accelerometer for “non-safety”, it said, automotive applications including anti-theft, telematics, infotainment, tilt measurement, inclination measurement and vehicle ...

The advent of small, low-g IC accelerometers is stimulating new applications as diverse as security systems and sports and health monitors. The ability to use human movement and gesture as inputs to ...

For the PDF version of this article, click here. The use of MEMS accelerometers to sense rapid deceleration for airbag deployment is well over a decade old and considered a well-known technology.

This file type includes high-resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. Performance vs. power dissipation—it’s one of the most delicate tradeoffs for those who develop smart sensors for the ...