Vector magnetometer

A vector magnetometer is a device that measures the strength and direction of magnetic fields. Unlike regular magnetometers that just tell you how strong a magnetic field is, vector magnetometers provide detailed information about the field's orientation, like a compass. They achieve this by using sensors that can detect magnetic components in three dimensions. These devices are commonly used in geophysics, archaeology, and space exploration to study Earth's magnetic field, locate mineral deposits, or analyze data from satellites. Their ability to provide directional magnetic data makes them valuable in various scientific and engineering applications.