18162182. SENSOR MODULE AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS USING THE SAME simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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SENSOR MODULE AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS USING THE SAME
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Minyoung Kang of Suwon-si (KR)
SENSOR MODULE AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS USING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18162182 titled 'SENSOR MODULE AND SUBSTRATE PROCESSING APPARATUS USING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The sensor module described in the patent application consists of a body with two detachable parts, a first sensor unit on the lower surface of the body, and a second sensor unit on the side surface of the body. A control circuit within the body controls the sensor units and generates measurement data based on their outputs.
- The first sensor unit detects the contact area between the lower surface of the body and an external object and provides a measurement value.
- The second sensor unit measures the distance between the side surface of the body and a second external object and provides a measurement value.
- The control circuit controls the first and second sensor units and combines their measurement values to generate measurement data.
Potential Applications:
- Robotics: The sensor module can be used in robotics to detect contact areas and measure distances, enabling robots to interact with their environment more effectively.
- Proximity Sensing: The module can be utilized in devices that require proximity sensing, such as touchless switches or automatic doors.
- Object Detection: The sensor module can be employed in systems that require object detection, such as security systems or automated manufacturing processes.
Problems Solved:
- Accurate Contact Detection: The first sensor unit allows precise detection of the contact area between the body and an external object, enabling more accurate interaction.
- Distance Measurement: The second sensor unit provides an accurate measurement of the distance between the body and a second external object, allowing for better spatial awareness.
Benefits:
- Versatility: The detachable body parts and the ability to control and combine multiple sensor units make the module adaptable to various applications.
- Improved Interaction: The sensor module enhances the interaction between devices and their environment by providing accurate contact detection and distance measurement.
- Enhanced Automation: The measurement data generated by the module can be used to automate processes and improve efficiency in various industries.
Original Abstract Submitted
A sensor module includes a body including a first body part and a second body part detachably coupled to the first body part, a first sensor unit on a lower surface of the body, and configured to detect a contact area in which the lower surface of the body contacts a first external object and to output a first measurement value, a second sensor unit on a side surface of the body and configured to output a second measurement value by measuring a distance between the side surface of the body and a second external object, and a control circuit in the body part configured to control the first sensor unit and the second sensor unit and generate measurement data based on the first measurement value and the second measurement value. The first sensor unit and the second sensor unit are in the second body part.
