Kabushiki kaisha toshiba (20240295513). SENSOR AND SENSOR SYSTEM simplified abstract
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SENSOR AND SENSOR SYSTEM
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Inventor(s)
Yosuke Akimoto of Yokohama Kanagawa (JP)
Akira Fujimoto of Kawasaki Kanagawa (JP)
Yoshihiko Kurui of Chigasaki Kanagawa (JP)
Ping Wang of Fujisawa Kanagawa (JP)
Hiroaki Yamazaki of Yokohama Kanagawa (JP)
SENSOR AND SENSOR SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240295513 titled 'SENSOR AND SENSOR SYSTEM
The sensor described in the patent application includes a complex element section with multiple layers and components that work together to detect changes in electrical resistance based on the presence of a detection target.
- The sensor has a first base and a first element, which includes a fixed member, a connecting member, and a film portion.
- The film portion consists of a resistance layer, a conductive layer, and a conductive member, arranged in a specific configuration.
- The resistance layer and conductive layer do not overlap in one direction, while the conductive member overlaps both layers.
- The electrical resistance of the resistance layer changes depending on the state of the detection target around the sensor element.
Potential Applications: - This sensor technology could be used in various industries such as automotive, robotics, and medical devices for precise detection and measurement purposes.
Problems Solved: - The sensor addresses the need for accurate and sensitive detection of changes in the surrounding environment.
Benefits: - The sensor offers high sensitivity and reliability in detecting and measuring changes in the detection target. - It provides a compact and efficient solution for applications requiring precise sensing capabilities.
Commercial Applications: - The sensor technology could be integrated into smart devices, IoT systems, and automation processes to enhance their functionality and performance.
Questions about the Technology: 1. How does the configuration of the sensor elements contribute to its sensitivity and accuracy in detecting changes in electrical resistance? 2. What are the potential challenges in scaling up this sensor technology for mass production and commercialization?
Original Abstract Submitted
according to one embodiment, a sensor includes an element section including a first base and a first element. the first element includes a first fixed member fixed to the first base, a first connecting member supported by the first fixed member, and a first film portion supported by the first connecting member. a first gap is provided between the first base and the first film portion. the first film portion includes a first resistance layer, a first conductive layer, and a first conductive member. the first resistance layer does not overlap the first conductive layer in a first direction from the first base to the first fixed member. the first conductive member overlaps the first resistance layer and the first conductive layer in the first direction. a first electrical resistance of the first resistance layer changes according to a state of a detection target around the first element.
