proximity sensor

collocation in English

meaningsofproximityandsensor

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proximity
noun[U]
uk
/prɒkˈsɪm.ə.ti/us
/prɑːkˈsɪm.ə.t̬i/
the state of being near in space ...
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sensor
noun[C]
uk
/ˈsen.sər/us
/ˈsen.sɚ/
a device that is used to record that something is present or that there are changes ...
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Theproximitysensorand the accelerometer can also be used to control and/or interact with third party apps, notably games.
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Aproximitysensordeactivates the display and touchscreen when the device is brought near the face during a call.
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There is aproximitysensorwhich deactivates the display and touchscreen when the device is brought near the face during a call.
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Aproximitysensoris worn by each combatant, alerting them to their opponent's location with an audio signal.
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Aproximitysensoris used to detect a player's steps on the pad.
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Usually, aproximitysensorprecedes the trim brake in order to identify the current speed of the passing train.
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The plastic tokens for toll are read by aproximitysensorwhen entering the turnstiles, and then inserted into a slot when exiting.
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It can be hardware driven via a mechanical signal such as aproximitysensor, laser interruption, drive system encoder position, or software.
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For example, a capacitive or photoelectric sensor might be suitable for a plastic target; an inductiveproximitysensoralways requires a metal target.
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Last, we present a virtual forces approach which can be applied to the systems with proximity sensors.
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The virtual sensor module provides virtual laser range finder service and proximity sensors service.
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The control logic is also attached to a pressure switch or aproximitysensorin the toilet seat, and operates only when the seat is occupied.
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The maximum range of proximity sensors was set to 1 m for side sensors and 2 m for front sensors.
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We compare three approaches regarding the sensors used to detect the obstacles: proximity sensors or vision, tactile sensors and no sensors.
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The current path was locally modified by the on board control system basis on the information obtained from compass, inclinometers and proximity sensors.
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On the other hand, the proximity sensors can sense the presence of an obstacle in the neighbourhood.
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The sensors equipped in the robot include a laser range sensor in the waist and eight proximity sensors mounted around the omni-directional wheel platform.
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During its movements, the robot is equipped with several artificial proximity sensors to detect the obstacles and terrain conditions as encountered.
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Most mammals have body hairs and whiskers that can act as close proximity sensors.
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A photocell (sometimes called a phaser),proximitysensor, or encoder is used to determine the rotational speed, as well as the relative phase of the rotating part.
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