PIR & Motion Sensor
PIR & Motion Sensor
March 5, 2026 – Dallas, TX – TI Expands Analog Portfolio Texas Instruments today announced the PGA460, a dedicated signal conditioning integrated circuit for pyroelectric infrared sensors. The new IC combines all the analog front-end components needed for PIR sensors…
March 8, 2026 – Tokyo – Breakthrough in Flexible Pyroelectric Sensors A research team at the University of Tokyo’s Institute of Industrial Science has demonstrated a flexible, thin-film PIR sensor that can be integrated into clothing, bandages, and wearable devices.…
March 10, 2026 – Wrocław, Poland – Panasonic Expands European Manufacturing Footprint Panasonic Corporation today officially opened its new €150 million PIR sensor manufacturing facility in Wrocław, Poland. The plant will produce high-sensitivity PIR sensors for the European building automation,…
March 12, 2026 – Brussels – EPBD Update Passes with Bipartisan Support The European Parliament has approved the latest update to the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), mandating occupancy-based lighting and HVAC control in all new commercial buildings starting…
March 15, 2026 – Honeywell Expands Sensor Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition Honeywell International announced today the acquisition of SenxTech, a Silicon Valley-based startup specializing in AI-enhanced PIR sensors, for $450 million in cash. The deal is expected to close in…
March 2026 – Half a Century of PIR Sensing 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of commercial PIR sensor production. From humble beginnings in security systems to today’s ubiquitous presence in smart homes, cars, and factories, the PIR sensor has had…
March 2026 – Thermostats Push PIR Technology Forward The smart thermostat market is becoming a key driver of PIR sensor innovation, as manufacturers compete to offer true presence detection (not just motion) for energy savings. Recent product launches from Google…
March 2026 – EPBD Update Drives PIR Demand The European Union has published the updated Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD), which includes a mandate for occupancy-based lighting and HVAC control in all new commercial buildings starting January 2027. The…
January 2026 – PIR Sensors Dominate CES Innovations At the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026 in Las Vegas, PIR sensors emerged as a key enabling technology across multiple product categories. From smart lighting to health monitoring, manufacturers demonstrated innovative uses…
March 2026 – Strong Growth Projected for PIR Sensor Market Allied Market Research has released a comprehensive report on the global PIR sensor market, projecting robust growth through 2030. The report cites automotive safety mandates, smart home adoption, and building…