18524172. MAGNETIC SENSOR simplified abstract (TDK Corporation)
Contents
- 1 MAGNETIC SENSOR
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 MAGNETIC SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
MAGNETIC SENSOR
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Hiromichi Umehara of Tokyo (JP)
MAGNETIC SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18524172 titled 'MAGNETIC SENSOR
Simplified Explanation
The magnetic sensor described in the patent application includes a substrate with an insulating layer having inclined surfaces, on which an MR element structure is placed. The MR element has a bottom surface, top surface, and a first surface with two steps.
- Substrate with top surface
- Insulating layer with first and second inclined surfaces
- MR element structure with bottom, top, and first surfaces
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in:
- Magnetic field sensing
- Position tracking systems
Problems Solved
The technology addresses issues such as:
- Accurate magnetic field detection
- Miniaturization of sensors
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved sensitivity
- Compact sensor design
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be utilized in various industries, including:
- Automotive for navigation systems
- Consumer electronics for gesture recognition
Possible Prior Art
One example of prior art in magnetic sensors is the use of Hall effect sensors for magnetic field detection.
Unanswered Questions
How does the MR element structure improve sensor performance compared to traditional sensors?
The MR element structure offers higher sensitivity and resolution due to its unique design and placement on the inclined surfaces.
What are the specific steps involved in manufacturing this magnetic sensor?
The manufacturing process likely includes deposition of the insulating layer, placement of the MR element structure, and calibration of the sensor for accurate readings.
Original Abstract Submitted
A magnetic sensor includes a substrate including a top surface; an insulating layer disposed on the substrate, the insulating layer including first and second inclined surfaces each inclined with respect to the top surface of the substrate; and an MR element structure. An MR element is disposed on the first inclined surface or the second inclined surface. The MR element includes a bottom surface facing the first inclined surface or the second inclined surface, a top surface, and a first surface connecting the bottom surface and the top surface and including two steps.
