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A brief overview of predictive maintenance, its numerous benefits, and how it can fit into Industry 4.0 system architectures.

Efficient, low-power vision AI microprocessors enable real-time inference at the edge for robotics, surveillance, and smart home devices.

onsemi CMOS sensors for machine vision applications enable designers to balance speed, precision, power consumption, and budget.

Enhance automotive manufacturing traceability for accurate assembly, supply chain visibility, counterfeit prevention, and efficient recalls.

Quickly evaluate lens and optical configurations for machine vision using a fully equipped camera module and easy-to-use software.

Electro-optical components are at the core of LiDAR, which uses laser pulses to create a three-dimensional “point cloud” rendition of the surroundings.

Learn how LiDAR technology is used to measure distances with precision, and discover its applications in fields like autonomous vehicles and mapping.

GMSL is a cost-efficient alternative to GigE Vision cameras, with impressive performance for high-speed video links and multi-streaming over a single cable.

Decimal is a DIY robot with built-in Wi-Fi control and live video streaming. Learn how to build and program it with the Xiao ESP32-CAM board.

Learn how a high school student integrated the Pixy2 camera with Arduino for their autonomous rover for indoor mapping and navigation.

The STM32H7 microcontrollers enable design reuse and scalability with a wide range of pin-compatible hardware options.

How to use VCSEL image sensors, MEMS IMUs, and Class D audio amplifiers to develop engaging and interactive user interfaces for the metaverse.

Explore how software-configurable I/O enables multi-function precision equipment.

Off-the-shelf resistive touchscreens and controllers simplify HMI implementations where ruggedness and operation with a bare or gloved finger are required.

Compare photoresistors & photodiodes to make informed choices for your light-sensing needs. Explore how they respond to light & their wide-ranging applications.

Get acquainted with the mathematics behind photodiodes and their responsiveness to incident light. Explore quantum efficiency, responsivity, and bandgap.

Ultrasonic or IR? Learn the strengths and weaknesses of these sensors, from detection range to cost. Make an informed decision for your next endeavor.

Don't know which oscilloscope to buy? Our detailed review of the RIGOL MSO5074 and buying guide will help you make the right choice.

Elevate your projects to new heights with PixyCam2, an ingenious mini camera that adds a new dimension of sight.

Time-of-flight sensing systems accurately measure, monitor, and detect the peak height and average fill levels on production lines.