DIN rail power supplies play a central role in industrial plants but often attract little attention, despite the fact that power supply failures can bring production to a halt, causing huge costs. [ + ]

With electronic devices getting smaller and more powerful, the electronics equipment market has changed dramatically in recent years. In the article below, Scientific Devices' Mark Lotter shares his thoughts on the past, present and future of the test and measurement industry. [ + ]

You could be forgiven for thinking that electronics have made the 20th and 21st centuries much more bearable in all sorts of ways. Electronics have most certainly taken over our lives. [ + ]

Power supplies are essential components of electronic devices. The basics of linear and switching power supplies, along with their benefits, are detailed in the article below. [ + ]

Australian National University scientists studying thin layers of phosphorus have found surprising properties that could open the door to ultrathin and ultralight solar cells and LEDs. [ + ]

Supporting a burgeoning spirit of 'democratisation' in micro-manufacturing, 3D printing is quickly growing in popularity across Australia's active community of makers. [ + ]

Electronics enthusiasts from all over the world will soon be swarming to Taitronics 2015 — the 41st Taipei International Electronics Show. [ + ]

Scientists have developed a new micro-supercapacitor structure inspired by the intricate design of leaves in order to take advantage of the natural transport pathways. [ + ]

A new manufacturing approach for lithium-ion batteries is said to significantly reduce the manufacturing cost. [ + ]

UCLA researchers have developed a new technology that is capable of storing solar energy for up to several weeks — an advance that could change the way scientists think about designing solar cells. [ + ]

Engineers have developed a synchronous computer that operates using the unique physics of moving water droplets. [ + ]

Erich Reichenbach, founder, Reichenbach International Inc., offers tips on how to specify connectors for drones, which require versatile, lightweight and reliable components that perform in demanding environments. [ + ]

More than 80 companies will be showcasing and demonstrating their products at this year's annual electronics design and assembly expo, ElectroneX. The event will be held on 9-10 September at Melbourne Park Function Centre. [ + ]

University of Illinois researchers have developed heat-triggered self-destructing electronic devices, a step towards greatly reducing electronic waste and boosting sustainability in device manufacturing. [ + ]

Everywhere you turn, you can find LEDs in almost any lighting form factor, and connections are more challenging than a screw-in light bulb. Andrew Bogaczyk of Phoenix Contact explains how to connect LEDs and why the connection counts. [ + ]