Evaluation Boards - Sensors

Image Part Number Description / PDF Quantity Rfq
32213

32213

Parallax, Inc.

X-BAND MOTION DETECTOR

111

555-27401

555-27401

Parallax, Inc.

LINE SENSOR QTI (SUMOBOT)

1

28302

28302

Parallax, Inc.

TCS3200-DB COLOR SENSOR BOARD

0

28065

28065

Parallax, Inc.

LSM9DS1 9-AXIS IMU MODULE

1

29124

29124

Parallax, Inc.

ALTIMETER MODULE MS5607

11

28380

28380

Parallax, Inc.

KIT DB COLOR SENSOR COLORPAL

2

28041

28041

Parallax, Inc.

LASER PING 2M RANGE FINDER

9

28017

28017

Parallax, Inc.

KIT DEMO ACCELEROMETER MEMSIC

2

28317

28317

Parallax, Inc.

BOARD LINESCAN IMAGING SENSOR

11

28046

28046

Parallax, Inc.

SI1143 GESTURE SENSOR

0

28026

28026

Parallax, Inc.

MODULE ACCEL HITACHI H48C 3-AXIS

0

28044

28044

Parallax, Inc.

LASER RANGE FINDER MODULE

0

27903

27903

Parallax, Inc.

OPTICAL FINGER NAVIGATION MODULE

0

Evaluation Boards - Sensors

1. Overview

Evaluation boards for sensors are specialized hardware platforms designed to test, validate, and develop sensor-based applications. These boards integrate sensor elements with processing units, communication interfaces, and power management modules. They play a critical role in accelerating product development cycles in industries such as IoT, industrial automation, healthcare, and consumer electronics by enabling rapid prototyping and performance characterization.

2. Major Types and Functional Classification

TypeFunctional FeaturesApplication Examples
Temperature Sensor BoardsHigh-precision thermal sensing with digital/analog outputsClimate control systems, medical devices
Accelerometer Boards3-axis motion detection with programmable sensitivityVibration monitoring, fitness trackers
Pressure Sensor BoardsAtmospheric/differential pressure measurementWeather stations, automotive systems
Environmental Sensor BoardsMulti-parameter detection (humidity, gas, light)Smart agriculture, air quality monitors
Image Sensor BoardsHigh-resolution optical sensing with ISP integrationSurveillance cameras, machine vision

3. Structure and Components

Typical evaluation boards consist of: - Sensor element (MEMS, CMOS, or discrete transducers) - Microcontroller/SoC with ADC/DAC interfaces - Communication modules (I2C, SPI, UART, BLE/Wi-Fi) - Power management ICs and voltage regulators - Debugging interfaces (JTAG, SWD) - Auxiliary components (LED indicators, potentiometers) The PCB layout optimizes signal integrity while minimizing electromagnetic interference.

4. Key Technical Specifications

ParameterDescriptionImportance
Measurement RangeMinimum/maximum detectable valuesDetermines application suitability
AccuracyError margin vs. reference valuesImpacts system reliability
Sampling RateData acquisition frequencyDefines dynamic response capability
Power ConsumptionOperating current/voltage requirementsAffects battery life and thermal design
Interface TypeCommunication protocol compatibilityDictates system integration complexity

5. Application Areas

  • Industrial Automation: Predictive maintenance systems, process control
  • Healthcare: Wearable vital sign monitors, diagnostic equipment
  • Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, mobile accessories
  • Automotive: Tire pressure monitoring, ADAS sensors
  • Aerospace: Structural health monitoring, navigation systems

6. Leading Manufacturers and Products

ManufacturerRepresentative ProductKey Features
STMicroelectronicsSTEVAL-MKI187V16-axis IMU with advanced calibration
Texas InstrumentsBOOSTXL-ULTRASONICUltrasonic sensing for distance measurement
Analog DevicesEVAL-ADICUP3029Low-power Cortex-M4F based platform
NXP SemiconductorsFRDM-FXS-MULTI-BMulti-sensor fusion for IoT applications

7. Selection Guidelines

Key considerations include: - Match sensor specifications to target application requirements - Verify compatibility with existing development ecosystems - Evaluate power budget and form factor constraints - Consider available software support (drivers, SDKs) - Assess calibration and certification requirements Example: For a wearable health monitor, prioritize low-power accelerometers with medical-grade accuracy.

8. Industry Trends

Emerging trends include: - Integration of AI accelerators for edge computing - Development of wireless sensor nodes with energy harvesting - Advancements in MEMS fabrication for higher sensitivity - Standardization of sensor fusion algorithms - Growth of open-source hardware ecosystems Market projections indicate a 12% CAGR through 2027 driven by IoT and Industry 4.0 adoption.

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