1. Sensors - Function and outputs - Detects physical quantities and provides reliable electrical signals for monitoring and control - Supports multiple output formats including analog and digital to fit diverse control systems - Compatibility - Designed for seamless integration with standard connectors and interfaces used in industrial and consumer electronics - Compatible with common supply voltages and data buses found in sensor ecosystems - Size and form factors - Available in multiple form factors from compact modules to board mounted units - Suitable for space constrained installations and embedded designs - Material and enclosure - Built with durable enclosures suitable for indoor and outdoor environments - Construction and materials vary by model to meet different environmental requirements - Performance - High sensitivity and fast response for timely control decisions - Stable performance across typical operating conditions with low drift - Long service life and reliable operation - Integration - Designed for straightforward integration with standard development workflows and platforms - Use scenarios - Industrial automation: sensor modules monitor machinery condition on a production line and feed data to control systems - Building and home automation: environmental sensing supports climate control, energy management, and occupancy detection - Robotics and prototyping: provides accurate feedback for experimental setups and testing benches and integrates with common development tools