Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs) are specialized devices designed to measure magnetic fields, with the ability to translatethese fields into usable data. The primary function of these sensors is to ascertain the quantity, direction, and presence of magnetic forces. Generally utilized in linear field applications, these sensors can detect Alterations in magnetic fields and convert them into an electrical signal. In the case of compass ICs, the sensors provide the ability to determine orientation relative to Earth's magnetic field, typically applied in navigation systems for accurate direction finding.
These Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs) are pivotal in a wide array of applications ranging from consumer electronics, navigation systems, to industrial machinery and even geological research. These sensors, with their ability to precisely determine magnetic orientation and linear movements, have transformed the way we perceive and interact with the physical world. Notable manufacturers of these sensors include Honeywell, Melexis, Murata Electronics, and STMicroelectronics among others.