Dual-Input Inductive Sensor IC For Automotive
Cars are getting more advanced, with one sensor able to track two positions at once, simplifying systems and providing accurate steering and torque control.
Automotive systems are becoming more complex due to electrification, autonomy, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), increasing the need for dual-channel position sensing to deliver accurate torque and angle measurements.
Traditionally, this required combining two single-channel ICs or using magnetic sensors, but these approaches can add cost and complexity.
The MLX90514 from Melexis addresses these challenges by integrating differential and vernier angle calculations on-chip, reducing host processing requirements and enabling smaller, simpler sensor designs.
Author summary: Advanced sensor for automotive systems.