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Software helps with MATV technology
The ever-increasing demand for distribution of more channels is resulting in pushing the upper limits of coaxial cable usage to 1000 MHz
[ + ]Wide apart worlds of lead-free soldering
The worldwide pressure to move away from traditional lead-containing solders has resulted in some intriguing differences of philosophy and approach around the world, which were highlighted during a recent British fact-finding mission to Japan
[ + ]ADCs tuned to digital radio
A breakthrough discovery by DSTO scientists will have a significant impact on future technology in many areas of sensing and communications
[ + ]Why silicon crystals lose their 'edge'
Physicists have discovered a mechanism that forces sharp edges on the surface of a silicon crystal to become rounded, and have described this rounding in detail for the first time
[ + ]Breakthrough in silicon photonics
Silicon, one of the base elements of our planet, is the foundation of the modern information society. Modern electronics would be unthinkable without the development of silicon transistors
[ + ]Quantum dot approach to solid-state lighting
In the future, the use of quantum dots as light-emitting phosphors may represent a major application of nanotechnology
[ + ]Non-linear loads need true RMS
Troubleshooting the electrical service feeding adjustable speed motor loads can be difficult if you don't have the right tools. New solid state motor drives and heating controls often conduct non-sinusoidal (distorted) current
[ + ]Technicians have it taped
When the lights go out, chances are good that emergency crews will use vinyl electrical tape somewhere to help restore power. The same electricians might also use it to secure a broken latch on a lunch box
[ + ]Fuel cell power for portable equipment
Running a laptop or other electrical equipment causes a problem when there is no access to a mains supply. If the battery runs out, where can you recharge it?
[ + ]Lead free: a weighty debate
Several months after the European Parliament approved stringent legislation banning lead and other hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment sold in Europe beginning July 2006, the industry is finding compliance easier said than done
[ + ]The capabilities of mixed signal scopes
The complexity of today's embedded systems designs is growing as engineers increase the use of advanced, high-speed micro-components in circuits to deliver smarter products to users in the computer, communications, defence and semiconductor industries
[ + ]Anti-crash radar comes closer for all vehicles
A British company, Cambridge Consultants, claims to have made a breakthrough in radar safety systems for vehicles, with the potential to make sophisticated reversing and anti-collision safety aids an affordable accessory for the mass market
[ + ]Polymer processing could give cheaper displays
By chemically attaching a difficult-to-process solid-state fluorescent material to a universal polymer backbone, researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have built what may be a foundation for a new generation of optoelectronic display devices
[ + ]Shielding and surge voltage protection
In modern industrial plants, each part of the installation is subjected to a number of influences that may adversely affect the functioning and reliability of the entire facility
[ + ]Sensors coming to detect bioterror
In this time of the chronic threat of terrorism and with an adversary who may be armed with biological weapons, high on the wish list of security agencies is a quick and easy way to detect the presence of dangerous biological agents
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