Although Intersil's ISL29501 time-of-flight (ToF) signal processing IC doesn't have anything to do with the lighting applications I normally cover, I felt compelled to bring it to your attention ...

In this month’s column, we take a look at a short-distance two-way ranging system using a 5.8-GHz carrier to supply not only precise and accurate distance measurements but also complementary ...

Especially in the context of safety, detection and response to objects or people at specific distances are required. For example, a robot arm may need to stop immediately once a worker enters its ...

Applying computer models and phase detection, SCE seeks to protect fire-prone areas by cutting power to falling lines before they touch the ground, Southern California Edison work crews install radio ...

Radar technology can be used in applications that require motion, speed, distance, and position detection, replacing legacy technology or enabling new applications. Infineon Technologies is ...

Pepperl+Fuchs introduces the R2000 UHD Laser Scanner. This IP65-rated 2D photoelectric sensor leverages Pulse Ranging Technology (PRT) and a rotating head to deliver quick, precise and high resolution ...

Have you ever wondered how a robot navigates a cluttered room or how a drone maintains its altitude with pinpoint accuracy? The secret lies in the tools used to measure distance, an often-overlooked ...