Laser engraving and cutting has something in common with focusing the sun’s rays with a magnifying glass: good focus is critical to results. If materials of varying thicknesses are used, focus needs ...

STMicroelectronics’ FlightSense VL53L0 time-of-flight sensor brings improved autofocus to smart-phone cameras, robotic equipment, and IoT devices. This second-generation laser-ranging module can range ...

Laser Proximity Sensors use laser beams to detect the presence or absence of objects within a certain range. They are used in security systems, robotics, automation, and industrial processes, where ...

Food and beverage applications make use of a range of sensor technologies. Here’s a brief look at laser displacement sensors. The DS1100 laser-displacement sensor from Cognex, released in March 2013, ...