The following guide provides a review of the types of proximity sensors for prolonged detection, followed by a look at capacitive sensing design specifically for occupancy-type solutions. A variety of ...

In this article, we will look at how capacitive proximity sensing is implemented, its benefits, and how the different characteristics of capacitive proximity sensing make it appropriate for automotive ...

Capacitive proximity sensor block diagram Capacitive proximity sensors use two metal electrodes or plates to generate a high-frequency electrostatic field.

Proximity sensor Two tiny ICs and a few passive components can yield a capacitive proximity sensor with excellent sensitivity and extremely fast response time.

A typical capacitive proximity sensor has a 10-mm sensing range and is 30 mm in diameter. The device incorporates a potentiometer to allow fine tuning of the sensing range and can repetitively ...

Capacitive Proximity Sensors Capacitive proximity sensors work on the principle of the capacitor. The main components of the sensor are the plate, oscillator, threshold detector and an output circuit.

The CD34 Series liquid level capacitive proximity sensors are perfect for level applications in markets such as Packaging, Food and Beverage, Agriculture and Water Treatment.

[youtube= The GP2Y0D02 is an infrared proximity sensor with a detection field that extends 80cm. This type of sensor can be used to build collision avoidance systems for robots. We’ll ...

Watch [mircemk]’s sensor in action in the video, just below the page break. Continue reading “A DIY Proximity Sensor, Using Just Scrap Parts And Software” → ...