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MAX21002 – Ultra Accurate Low Power Dual Axis Digital Output Gyroscope

MAX21002 – Ultra-Accurate, Low Power, Dual-Axis Digital Output Gyroscope

The MAX21002 is a low-power, low-noise, dual-axis angular rate sensor that delivers unprecedented accuracy and sensitivity over temperature and time. It operates with a supply voltage as low as 1.71V for minimum power consumption. It includes a sensing element and an IC interface that provides the measured angular rate to the external world through a […]

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New LED Photo Flash Drivers for Smartphone Cameras Improve Image Quality

New LED Photo Flash Drivers for Smartphone Cameras Improve Image Quality

Widespread adoption of cameras in smartphones and other mobile devices, together with consumer expectations for higher quality, sharper images are driving the need for simpler designs, smaller sizes, and lower component counts, particularly as many smartphones move to integrate front- and back-facing cameras. Mobile phone cameras will increase from approximately 1.6 billion units in 2011

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Othermill on Kickstarter: a robust, personal CNC machine for milling circuit boards and more

My friend Jonathan Ward and the rest of the team at Otherfab have posted their new CNC milling machine, the Othermill, to KickStarter. This is a robust, low-cost machine for milling circuit boards, wax molds, wood, aluminum and more. The machine is made from high density polyethylene with an ingenious snap-fit mechanism that’s strong, reversible,

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Cortado – Zero wires. Infinite uses

Cortado – Zero wires. Infinite uses

An RGB LED and 3-axis accelerometer enable thousands of applications without requiring any modifications. Create a motion alarm to warn you if someone moves your bike. Get wireless notifications for text messages, emails, and Facebook posts. Build an iPhone-controlled Nerf gun turret. The possibilities are endless. Want even more applications? Pre-Order four Cortados and get

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Tri axis Accelerometers get Thinner

Tri-axis Accelerometers get Thinner

Tri-Axis, User Selectable ± 2g, 4g, 8g, Digital (I2C/SPI) Output, Integrated FIFO/FILO buffer, 2x2x0.6mm LGA The KX112 is a robust, low-power, I2C/SPI, 3-axis accelerometer with integrated FIFO/FILO buffer that features a wide range of embedded functionality, including tap detection, orientation, activity, and wake-up algorithms. Kionix’s XAC sensor provides outstanding stability with a market-leading combination of

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