Magnetic Sensors - Linear, Compass (ICs)

A sensor is a device that detects physical or chemical changes in its environment and converts them into an electrical signal that can be measured or processed by other electronic devices. A transducer is a device that converts energy from one form to another, such as converting mechanical energy into electrical energy. Magnetic sensors are a type of sensor that detects changes in the strength or direction of a magnetic field and converts them into an electrical signal. Magnetic sensors can be used in a variety of applications, such as detecting the position of a moving object, measuring the orientation of an object, or detecting the presence of a magnetic field. Linear magnetic sensors are a type of magnetic sensor that is used to measure the position or movement of an object along a linear axis. Compass magnetic sensors are a type of magnetic sensor that is used to measure the direction or orientation of an object relative to the Earth's magnetic field. Magnetic sensor integrated circuits (ICs) are compact and integrated electronic devices that contain the necessary circuits for a magnetic sensor. They are commonly used in portable electronic devices, such as smartphones and laptops, to enable magnetic sensing capabilities.