Smaller 9-axis MEMS module from ST with improved resolution

STMicroelectronics has unveiled a 3.5mm x 3mm outline sized for 9-axis movement and position sensing in mobile phones and tiny wearable electronics. LSM9DS1 module is almost 35% smaller than previous generations helps in adding features such as gesture controls, indoor navigation, and augmented reality in devices such as smart-TV remotes, game controllers, and wearable sports or medical sensors. “This tiny, high-performance 9-axis module leverages our latest MEMS technology to enable a wide variety of position-sensing and movement-tracking applications in next-generation mobile and wearable devices,” said Benedetto Vigna, Executive Vice President and General Manager Analog, MEMS & Sensors Group, STMicroelectronics. “With 30% higher magnetometer resolution, 20% lower power and a footprint more than one-third smaller than other devices, designers have extra freedom to establish new form factors and improve stability and performance.” Engineering samples of the LSM9DS1 are available now, in the 3.5mm x 3mm LGA leadless package. The LSM9DS1 contains a 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis gyroscope and 3-axis magnetometer, all fabricated using ST’s latest MEMS process technology. These sensors detect linear acceleration, angular rate and magnetic field to provide complete position- and movement-sensing data. Moreover, they are well integrated and synchronized to provide true 9-...