Water meters, like most systems, are seeing advancements in measurement and precision. One key driver for this change is the metrology methodology transitioning from mechanical-based to electronic sensors, such as Hall sensors or ultra-sound. Another introduction is automatic meter reading (AMR) technology, integrating in LoRa, Bluetooth® Low Energy (LE), NB-IoT, and other communication standards.
Renesas has developed a solution based on a tunnel magneto resistance (TMR) sensor, which enables lower power consumption and extends battery life to 5-7 years (as required in the market).
System Benefits:
Renesas' complementary product portfolios of Analog + Power + Embedded Processing + Connectivity work together to deliver comprehensive solutions. Our product experts have developed "Winning Combinations," compelling product combinations that help our customers accelerate their designs and get to market faster.