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SENSORS & SENSING SYSTEMS MAGNETIC TACTILE SENSOR INTEGRATED INTO ROBOTIC HANDS, PROVIDING HUMAN-LIKE DEXTERITY


Melexis has joined forces with bionic pioneer OYMotion to integrate its Tactaxis magnetic tactile sensor into next- gen robotic hands, delivering the human-like dexterity and neural-grade feedback needed to bridge the gap between physical-AI hardware and intelligent touch. Tactaxis is an advanced magnetic-based tactile


sensing technology that enables true 3D detection of force, position and interaction. It converts physical touch into precise, real-time data, supporting more


controlled, responsive, and adaptable interactions. The ability to reliably detect and interpret physical interaction remains a key limitation, one that Tactaxis fingertip modules resolve, the company explains. The project covered the full integration scope, from mechanical and electronic design through to


calibration and system-level optimisation within a condensed timeframe. The resulting system provides a tangible demonstration of Tactaxis technology ahead of future mass production and shows how sophisticated tactile sensing can elevate robotic manipulation capabilities in real-world conditions. “At OYMotion, we believe that the next generation of robotic hands should combine dexterous


actuation with rich tactile perception. Building a truly capable robotic hand is not only about motion control, but also about understanding contact in real time. Our collaboration with Melexis brings advanced tactile sensing into a practical robotic hand platform, enabling more precise, adaptive, and human-like interaction with the physical world,” said Hualiang Ni, Founder and CEO of OYMotion.


Melexis melexis.com/robotics COMPACT & ULTRA-LOW POWER AMR SENSORS


Measuring just 1.0 × 1.0 × 0.4mm, the MRMS166R and MRMS168R anisotropic magnetoresistance (AMR) sensors from Murata Manufacturing are designed for healthcare, wearable and IoT devices. According to the company, the MRMS166R is


the first AMR sensor to combine an average current consumption of 20 nA with operation from a 1.2 V supply, enabling extended battery life in coin cell-powered systems. Solid-state magnetic sensors


used for switching applications, these detect the presence or absence of a magnetic field and generate an output signal that system logic uses to control functions such as transitions between active and sleep modes. This enables contactless switching without mechanical components, improving reliability and supporting sealed, miniaturised, designs. Automatic switching between active and sleep


modes is widely used in battery-powered devices to reduce standby power consumption and


extend operating life. Applications range from capsule endoscopes and medical patches to AR glasses and wireless earbuds, as well as security-related IoT devices. These devices commonly use silver oxide


coin batteries (typically 1.55 V), which impose constraints on both available capacity and operating voltage. AMR sensors used as magnetic switches must therefore minimise current consumption while maintaining stable operation at low voltage. Murata addressed these requirements through a redesign of the AMR sensor’s internal circuitry, enabling ultra-low current consumption and reliable operation down to 1.2 V. This


significantly reduces battery consumption during standby operation.


Murata Manufacturing www.murata.com


INTELLIGENT MONITORING AND CONTROL


A new generation of controllers and switches have been added to Parker Hannifin’s SensoControl portfolio. This, the company states, further strengthens its position in intelligent monitoring and control for fluid power and industrial applications within automotive industrial manufacturing, off-road machinery for agriculture and power generation. “The latest SensoControl Controller Family


delivers faster response times and higher accuracy and brings measurement to a new state-of-the-art level,” commented Konstantin Reichtner, product manager


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at Parker Hannifin. “With IO-Link on every version and a new 0–10 V option, we give our customers a modern, flexible platform that simplifies integration and supports global machine concepts.” There are four variants available – SCLTSDI,


SCLSDI, SCTSDI and SCTSDI-Modular – covering a wide range of pressure, level, temperature and process monitoring tasks, from compact standalone use to modular, scalable system designs. All variants share a standardised platform with VDMA-based menu navigation, harmonised parameter structures and IO-Link


as standard. The additional 0 - 10 V output option ensures straightforward integration into established analogue systems.


Parker Hannifin www.parker.com www.designsolutionsmag.co.uk


A new generation of OGD distance sensors, which utilise advanced PMD time-of-flight technology to deliver distance measurement with millimetre precision, have been released by ifm electronic. From short-distance process verification to long-distance object detection, these meet the demands of modern manufacturing. The OGD560 model, operating as a


laser class 2 device, doubles the previous maximum range to enable reliable error- proofing at distances of up to 4m. For tasks requiring close-proximity precision, models like the OGD540 ensure process reliability. These, the company explains, feature


Ultimate Black Mode capability which allows the sensors to reliably detect challenging items including highly reflective materials and jet-black products that typically disrupt optical measurement systems. This makes them suitable for sectors including robotics, handling technology, assembly automation, and logistics. The sensors are available in robust


plastic or heavy-duty stainless steel housings and feature a two-colour display that signals the current measurement status through a clear red-green colour change. Operators can configure the sensors directly via the device buttons or from a distance using IO-Link integration.


ifm www.ifm.com/gb/en


NEW SENSORS OFFER DISTANCE MEASUREMENT WITH MILLIMETRE PRECISION


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