Murata Electronics  

Smyrna,  GA 
United States

• Booth: 1531, M4

Society relies on technology…technology relies on Murata!

Murata is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of electronic components, wireless connectivity modules, and power conversion technologies committed to the advancement of society and the evolution of the electronics industry.

Our innovations and solutions can be found in consumer & industrial applications including, mobile communications, energy management systems, healthcare devices, automotive ADAS, autonomous, factory automation, AgriTech, and more.

 Automotive Demos 

• Experience high-precision safe and reliable autonomous positioning in real-time with Murata and Hexagon.              Click here to schedule a demo time at the show.

• When visiting our booth, ask to see our 60 GHz radar module demo for in-cabin detection that meets the new requirements for Child Presence Detection (CPD) and airbag deployment.  

 Join our Sessions 

TODAY - Tue 6/28 2:30-2:45p

Inertial sensing in high accuracy static and dynamic instrumentation >  Tech Talk (Main Stage)

Yesterday: 6/27 11:25-11:45p  Inertial sensing in Autonomous Apps - Lab vs Real Life Performance 

To schedule a meeting with Murata contact Blake Van Thof  - blake.vanthof@murata.com

Brands: SENSORS: MEMS (Accelerometer, Inclinometer, Gyro & Combo), AMR Switches, TMR, Pyro Infrared, Ultrasonic, Thermistors, Barometric Pressure, CO2, Soil. | WIRELESS MODULES: Embedded Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth®

 Press Releases

• 3-in-1 soil sensors help maximize crop yield and quality in smart agriculture (May 10, 2022)

  Murata introduced a highly accurate three-in-one soil sensor, the LT500, for data-driven sustainable agriculture. By simultaneously monitoring the electrical conductivity (EC), water content, and temperature of the soil, the sensor enables farmers to maximize the yield and quality of crops while minimizing resources such as water and fertilizers.

  The tip of the soil sensor contains a grid of 9 extra-sensitive electrodes that provide consistent measurements of the soil’s EC. Using unique algorithms, these electrodes help measure and compare the EC of pore water, which is the water in between the soil particles, to the volume of the soil’s natural nutrients and added fertilizers. These EC measurements are not affected by soil moisture content, thereby eliminating uncertainty in the soil and contributing to improving crop quality and yield by optimizing fertilizers.

  Knowing the water content of the soil also enables the grower to irrigate the soil in an accurate and timely manner, saving water. As well as monitoring soil conditions, the robust and reliable sensor can monitor the water quality of rivers and lakes.
  “We have conducted demonstration tests using our soil sensors on a variety of fields and crops to verify their effectiveness,” says Yoshiyuki Oba, developer, Murata. “By using data for management and control, the soil sensors contribute to labor-saving in agricultural work and reduce waste of valuable resources such as water and fertilizer. They also contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), such as environmental problems like salt damage and the accompanying food problems caused by global climate change.”

  Protected to IP68 equivalent for dust and water, including rust proofing for use in harsh environments, these high-performing and energy-efficient soil sensors can run on three AA batteries for over half a year if the measurement interval is once every 30 minutes. The multi-interface sensors also support UART, RS232E, RS485, SDI-12, and RS485 MODBUS, making them compatible with existing crop management systems.

• SCL3400 high grade 2-axis inclinometer with Digital SPI Interface (May 10, 2022)

  Murata has developed a new MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) inclinometer, which has best-in-class stability and offset performance over its lifetime and temperature. The new SCL3400 provides two measurement axis and a digital SPI communication interface. The sensor offers user-selectable measurement modes of ±30° with 10 Hz measurement bandwidth and ±90° with 40 Hz measurement bandwidth and excellent offset stability (Typical offset drift over lifetime ≤ 0.12°). The unique New MEMS structures have been developed for this product and the double-differential structure with multiple moving masses compensates for many non-ideal error sources. It is an ideal sensor for the industrial equipment markets. This product is under development and mass production starts in June 2022, samples are already available.

  The sensor was developed also to replace our industry-proven one-axis analog high-performance inclinometer (SCA103T) which has provided precise angle information around the globe for various applications. The SCL3400 sensor element and ASIC are packaged into a 12-pin pre-molded plastic housing (measuring 8.6 × 7.6 × 3.3 mm) that guarantees reliable operation over the product's entire lifetime. The SCL3400 sensor consumes only 2mA during operation which makes it also an excellent choice for battery-powered applications. The SCL3400 complements Murata’s sensor portfolio and it is fully pin-compatible with our SCA3300 accelerometer and SCL3300 inclinometer. Replacing or combining sensors with existing PCB design is easy and opens possibilities for different use cases e.g. wider measurement ranges.

  Product Features

  • High Stability - offering best-in-class offset drift over lifetime and temperature range
  • Extensive self-diagnostics
  • Proven reliable Murata 3D MEMS design

  Applications

  The SCL3400 is suitable for various industrial applications requiring high stability, accuracy, and reliable inclination information. Thanks to the minimal offset drift over the lifetime (≤ 0.12°) it is possible to use the sensor in isolated locations and in many cases, it is practically maintenance-free, as it does not need re-calibration to maintain its accuracy performance. The SCL3400 is an excellent choice for Structural Health Monitoring where changes to the material and geometric properties of engineering structures - such as bridges, tunnels, and buildings - are measured and monitored over a long period of time, and often also in harsh outdoor environments. It also is an excellent choice for construction tools and systems, such as rotating lasers, digital bubble levels, and various surveying instruments, where high stability is a must to ensure accurate tilt sensing.

  Typical applications include:

  • Leveling
  • Tilt sensing
  • Structural Health Monitoring
  • Inertial measurement units (IMUs)
  • Positioning and guidance systems

  Datasheet > 

• Murata’s first current sensors combine accuracy and fast-response (Jun 27, 2022)

  Murata announces the MRD series of open-loop current sensors for industrial systems. Each integrates high-performance tunnel magneto-resistive (TMR) elements - enabling precision measurement with regard to both DC and AC currents up to 40A, as well as maintaining stable characteristics across an extensive temperature range. This gives them an industry-leading full-scale output accuracy of ±1.0% when operating anywhere between −40°C and 105°C, with a fast response time of 0.5µs (typical) also being supported.

  The coreless structure of these current sensors does not exhibit hysteresis effects or saturation issues which are typical side-effects with an iron core. It also results in reduced size and weight, as well as making mounting easier. Their proprietary differential measurement with two TMR-based elements gives immunity against external magnetic stray fields. This makes them suitable for use in application environments with high levels of electromagnetic noise.

  Because of the high accuracy current sensing capabilities of the Murata MRD series and the fast response that these devices can achieve, they will be of significant value in a wide variety of applications. These include photovoltaic inverters, DC-DC converters, EV charging infrastructure and power conditioning systems.

  Murata’s MRD current sensors are compliant with the UL62368-1 electrical equipment safety standard. These devices are supplied in SOICW16 packages as well as galvanic isolation over 4.8kV.

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