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The document outlines various types of sensors including infrared, touch, electromagnetic field, and proximity sensors, detailing their definitions, key features, applications, and advantages. Infrared sensors detect heat or motion, touch sensors respond to physical contact, electromagnetic field sensors identify magnetic fields, and proximity sensors sense object presence without contact. Each sensor type is highlighted for its unique capabilities and practical uses across different industries.

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Sensors

The document outlines various types of sensors including infrared, touch, electromagnetic field, and proximity sensors, detailing their definitions, key features, applications, and advantages. Infrared sensors detect heat or motion, touch sensors respond to physical contact, electromagnetic field sensors identify magnetic fields, and proximity sensors sense object presence without contact. Each sensor type is highlighted for its unique capabilities and practical uses across different industries.

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Slide 3: Infrared Sensors

Definition: Detect infrared radiation, often associated with heat


or motion.
Key Features:
 Non-contact detection.
 Works by sensing heat or reflected infrared light.
Applications:
1. Remote controls (TVs, air conditioners).
2. Night vision and thermal imaging devices.
3. Proximity detection (automatic doors).
4. Fire and gas detection systems.
Advantages:
 High sensitivity.
 Works in low-light conditions.

Slide 4: Touch Sensors


Definition: Detect physical touch or pressure and convert it into
an electrical signal.
Key Features:
 Sensitive to direct contact.
 Works on capacitive or resistive principles.
Applications:
1. Touchscreens (smartphones, tablets).
2. Elevator buttons.
3. Industrial machines (safety features).
4. Medical devices (pressure monitoring).
Advantages:
 Intuitive user experience.
 Durable and reliable in various conditions.

Slide 5: Electromagnetic Field Sensors


Definition: Detect magnetic fields, including those produced by
electric currents.
Key Features:
 Based on Hall-effect or other magnetic field detection
technologies.
Applications:
1. Compasses for navigation.
2. Metal detectors.
3. Automotive applications (position sensing).
4. Security systems.
Advantages:
 Accurate and robust sensing.
 Suitable for non-contact applications.

Slide 6: Proximity Sensors


Definition: Detect the presence or absence of objects without
physical contact.
Key Features:
 Operates via infrared, ultrasonic, capacitive, or inductive
technologies.
Applications:
1. Automated systems in robotics and manufacturing.
2. Parking sensors in vehicles.
3. Smartphones (proximity detection during calls).
4. Industrial object alignment systems.
Advantages:
 High precision.
 Reduced wear and tear due to non-contact operation.

Slide 7: Comparison of Sensor Types


Primary Example
Sensor Type Advantages
Detection Applications
High
Heat or IR Remote controls,
Infrared Sensors sensitivity,
radiation thermal imaging
non-contact
Physical Touchscreens, Intuitive,
Touch Sensors
contact medical devices reliable
Compasses,
Electromagnetic Magnetic Accurate,
automotive
Field fields robust
systems
Proximity Object Robotics, Precise, non-
Sensors presence smartphones contact

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