Abstract:
The method for detecting the presence of liquids includes detecting an initial temperature (Tl) in a channel (9) accommodating a liquid; heating the channel for a predetermined test time (Δt2); detecting a test temperature (T2); determining a temperature variation (S) on the basis of the initial temperature, the test temperature, and the test time; and comparing the temperature variation with at least one threshold (Z). Before detecting an initial temperature, an ambient temperature is read, the channel is heated to the initial temperature, and is kept at the initial temperature for a time period.
Abstract:
A sensor device includes a passive infrared sensor, a control circuit, and a lens that directs infrared radiation onto the passive infrared sensor. The lens includes an obstruction that asymmetrically blocks transmission of infrared radiation through the lens. The control circuit is configured to determine the direction of crossing of individuals passing in front of the sensor device based on sensor signals from the passive infrared sensor.
Abstract:
The method for detecting the presence of liquids includes detecting an initial temperature (Tl) in a channel (9) accommodating a liquid; heating the channel for a predetermined test time (Δt2); detecting a test temperature (T2); determining a temperature variation (S) on the basis of the initial temperature, the test temperature, and the test time; and comparing the temperature variation with at least one threshold (Z). Before detecting an initial temperature, an ambient temperature is read, the channel is heated to the initial temperature, and is kept at the initial temperature for a time period.