Abstract: A non-contact position sensor includes a plurality of magnets, at least one magnetic sensor element, and an object to be detected. The plurality of magnets form a magnetic circuit which includes a U-shaped first magnetic body, a U-shaped second magnetic body, and the plurality of magnets. The plurality of magnets are disposed between the two U-shaped magnetic bodies. The magnetic sensor element is held by the two U-shaped magnetic bodies.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
December 14, 2000
Date of Patent:
May 9, 2006
Assignee:
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.