STMicroelectronics unveils smallest MEMS modules
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STMicroelectronics has announced a new inertial module that integrates three-axis sensing of linear and angular motion in a 3 x 5.5 x 1mm package, a reduction in size it says is almost 20% over current devices.
ST says the LSM330D multi sensor module - its newest iNEMO module with six degrees of freedom, delivers advanced motion sensing capabilities in space constrained applications such as smartphones, tablets and other portable electronic devices. According to the MEMS specialist, it will also enable even more sleek products in the future.
The module is designed to enhance user experience and motion sensing realism through its design and real time sensor data fusion capabilities. ST claims the design ensures precise alignment of the two sensors' reference axes and superior thermal and mechanical stability. The company adds that its iNEMO engine data fusion software employs sophisticated prediction and filtering algorithms to automatically correct measurement distortions and inaccuracies.
The LSM330D combines a user selectable full scale acceleration range from 2 to 16g with angular rate detection from 250 to 2000 dps along the pitch, roll and yaw axes. It includes power down and sleep modes and two embedded FIFO memory blocks, one for each sensor. It can operate with any supply voltage over the range of 2.4 to 3.6V. Fully software compatible with ST's latest generation 3 axis digital accelerometers and gyroscopes, the iNEMO module is available in engineering samples.
