The VL6180X is the latest product based on ST’s patented FlightSenseTM technology. This is a ground-breaking technology measuring distance independent of target reflectance. The VL6180X is a multifunctional sensor module which includes an ambient light sensor and supports gesture sensing. The ranging distance is minimally 0 to 10 cm and can be extended up to 40 cm depending upon conditions. Instead of estimating the distance by measuring the amount of light reflected from an object, which is significantly influenced by color and surface; the VL6180X measures the time photons take to travel to the object and reflect back to the sensor (Time-of-Flight). The VL6180X can be used for different types of applications including cell phone technology as shown in the picture on this slide. One of the challenges with cell phones today is preventing the phone from hanging up when it touches a user’s face. A proximity sensor is used to turn off the touchscreen before touching the face. The VL6180X prevents false readings due to difference in skin tone, hair color, eye glasses, and other variations in light reflectivity. The VL6180X is a fully integrated module that includes the emitter, receiver, and processing unit with an easy to use interface designed for low power operation.