Physicists have unveiled a breakthrough in quantum sensing by demonstrating a 2D material as a versatile platform for next-generation nanoscale vectorial magnetometry. A team of physicists at the ...

Recent studies have shown metallic objects have their own magnetic fingerprints based on size, shape and physical composition. Scientists look to leverage these observations to potentially create a ...

Sensors help microprocessor-based systems find their bearings. Where would embedded systems be without them? Sensors provide the windows through which microprocessor-based systems can observe their ...

Impact of stray magnetic fields on the electrification of motor vehicles. The role of inductive sensors to reduce risk, cost, and size in EMI-laden applications. The clean and efficient design of ...

A three-axis magnetic field sensor from Melexis operates from a 1.8-V power rail shared with other components, such as logic devices. The MLX90392 sensor provides a 1.5-μA power-down mode to maximize ...

Tiny deviations: the new metal detector looks for minute disturbances in Earth’s magnetic field. (Courtesy: iStock/muffinmaker) A compact, low-cost and low-power metal detector that can identify the ...

This free app lets you play around with smartphone sensors you probably didn't know existed.