InvenSense, a leading provider of Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS) sensors, delivers innovative motion and sound solutions that power smart devices across consumer electronics, automotive, and IoT industries. Acquired by TDK Corporation in 2016, InvenSense combines expertise in MEMS design, signal processing, and system integration to enable intuitive, context-aware technology.
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Motion Sensors:
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Gyroscopes: High-precision 3-axis gyroscopes detect angular velocity, critical for image stabilization in smartphones, drones, and action cameras.
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Accelerometers: Measure linear acceleration, enabling activity tracking in wearables and tilt sensing in gaming controllers.
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IMUs (Inertial Measurement Units): Combine gyroscopes, accelerometers, and often magnetometers to provide 6-axis or 9-axis motion data, used in virtual reality (VR) headsets, robotics, and autonomous navigation.
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Audio Sensors:
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MEMS microphones with low noise and high fidelity, integrated into smartphones, smart speakers, and hearables for clear voice recognition and noise cancellation.
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Sensor Fusion Software:
Proprietary algorithms process data from multiple sensors to deliver accurate, real-time context—such as gesture recognition, step counting, or device orientation—enhancing user experiences.
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MPU Series: Industry-leading motion processing units (e.g., MPU-9250, MPU-6050) integrating gyroscopes, accelerometers, and sensor hubs, widely adopted in smartphones, tablets, and wearables.
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IAM-20680: A low-power 6-axis IMU optimized for battery-powered devices like fitness trackers and IoT sensors.
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MEMS Microphones: Compact, high-performance audio sensors designed for voice assistants, true wireless earbuds (TWS), and automotive infotainment systems.
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Consumer Electronics: Enable features like image stabilization in cameras, gaming motion controls, and VR/AR spatial tracking.
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Wearables & Health Tech: Power fitness trackers, smartwatches, and health monitors for activity tracking, sleep analysis, and fall detection.
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Automotive: Support in-car navigation, driver monitoring systems (DMS), and vehicle stability control.
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IoT & Robotics: Provide motion data for smart home devices, industrial robots, and drones, enabling precise movement and environmental interaction.
Keywords: InvenSense, MEMS sensors, motion sensors, InvenSense MPU series, gyroscopes, accelerometers, sensor fusion, MEMS microphones, TDK InvenSense.
InvenSense continues to innovate in MEMS technology, driving advancements in how devices perceive and interact with the physical world, empowering smarter, more responsive electronics globally.