Designing motion detection systems with PIR and ultrasonic sensors

Overview

The use of motion sensors to detect humans, animals and inanimate objects is important for security, building automation and industrial applications.

There are two primary technologies used in detecting the presence of people, pyro-electric / passive infra-red (PIR) and ultrasonic. Both work quite differently and have different benefits, depending on the application.

This webinar will provide an in-depth of analysis of these two technologies, addressing the important factors to consider when choosing a motion detection sensor.

Hosted by Martin Keenan, Technical Director at Avnet Abacus, with a 40-minute presentation from Tak Kaneko, General Manager, RF and Sensor Solutions, Murata Electronics Europe, this webinar will explore:

• Current and future applications of PIR and ultrasonic sensors
• Principles of operation
• Advantages and design considerations
• Q&A

Presented by Tak Kaneko, General Manager, RF and Sensor Solutions, Murata Electronics Europe  Tak Kaneko is General Manager, RF and Sensor Solutions Sensor at Murata Electronics Europe. He joined Murata in 1992 after the completion of his master’s degree in materials science and engineering of electrical ceramics. At Murata Tak has specialised in the design, manufacture and application of piezoelectric technology.

About Murata

Murata is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of advanced electronic materials, leading edge electronic components, and multi-functional, high-density modules. Murata innovations can be found in a wide range of applications from mobile phones to home appliances, and automotive applications to energy management systems and healthcare devices.