18158826. DUAL CHANNEL MAGNETIC FIELD SENSOR simplified abstract (Infineon Technologies AG)
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DUAL CHANNEL MAGNETIC FIELD SENSOR
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Gernot Binder of Klagenfurt (AT)
Christoph Krall of Klagenfurt (AT)
DUAL CHANNEL MAGNETIC FIELD SENSOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18158826 titled 'DUAL CHANNEL MAGNETIC FIELD SENSOR
The abstract describes a magnetic field sensor with two sensor bridge circuits, each containing a set of magnetic field sensor elements positioned symmetrically across a center of symmetry.
- The sensor includes a first sensor bridge circuit with a first set of sensor elements and a second set, separated by a sensor pitch.
- A second sensor bridge circuit contains a third set of sensor elements and a fourth set, also separated by a sensor pitch equal to the first.
- The symmetrical positioning of sensor elements allows for accurate magnetic field detection.
Potential Applications: - Automotive industry for vehicle navigation systems - Consumer electronics for compass applications - Industrial automation for precise positioning systems
Problems Solved: - Improved accuracy in magnetic field sensing - Enhanced symmetry in sensor placement - Reduction of interference in magnetic field measurements
Benefits: - Higher precision in magnetic field detection - Increased reliability in sensor readings - Enhanced performance in various applications
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Magnetic Field Sensor Technology for Enhanced Navigation Systems This technology can be utilized in the automotive industry for advanced navigation systems, consumer electronics for improved compass applications, and industrial automation for precise positioning systems. The market implications include increased demand for high-precision sensors in various sectors.
Questions about Magnetic Field Sensor Technology: 1. How does the symmetrical positioning of sensor elements improve accuracy in magnetic field sensing? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing this technology in different industries?
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Original Abstract Submitted
A magnetic field sensor includes a first sensor bridge circuit including a first plurality of magnetic field sensor elements and a second plurality of magnetic field sensor elements, wherein the first plurality of magnetic field sensor elements are positioned symmetrical to the second plurality of magnetic field sensor elements across a center of symmetry, wherein the first and the second pluralities of magnetic field sensor elements are separated by a first sensor pitch; and a second sensor bridge circuit including a third plurality of magnetic field sensor elements and a fourth plurality of magnetic field sensor elements, wherein the third plurality of magnetic field sensor elements are positioned symmetrical to the fourth plurality of magnetic field sensor elements across the center of symmetry, wherein the third and the fourth pluralities of magnetic field sensor elements are separated by a second sensor pitch that is equal to the first sensor pitch.
