+A **Proximity Sensor** detects the presence of nearby objects without physical contact. It translates the absence or presence of an object into an electrical signal, crucial for [Automation](/wiki/automation) and [Sensing](/wiki/sensing). These non-contact devices are fundamental for various applications, from [Robotics](/wiki/robotics) to mobile phones.
+## See also
+- [Sensor](/wiki/sensor)
+- [Detection](/wiki/detection)
+- [Inductive Sensor](/wiki/inductive_sensor)
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