Dutch researcher Johan Hoogboom has developed a technique for making LCDs without the need for clean rooms. This technique is simpler and cheaper than current methods and is based on the self-ordering of molecules on a surface.

Richardson Electronics has signed an extended worldwide distribution partnership with Tyco Electronics, including CoEv Magnetics, Transpower Technologies and Raychem Circuit Protection.

What is claimed to be the world's first single-atom-thick fabric has been created by researchers at Manchester University, in Britain, and Chernogolovka, in Russia.

Evahan has signed an agreement to distribute Commlinx products in Victoria.

Soft-metal whiskers, tiny metallic protrusions that grow like hair from soft metals, are a problem that can cause electronic short circuits leading, in some cases, to the failure of devices such as heart pacemakers, avionic relays and satellites.

The Centre for Integrated Photonics in Ipswich, England has launched a range of electro-absorption modulators fabricated using indium-phosphide.

Chief executive of the Australian Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association (AEEMA), Angus M Robinson, has called for a major rethink of Australia's industrial development.

What is claimed to be the world's smallest and lowest cost near field radio frequency identification (RFID) reader has been developed by an English specialist company, Innovision Research & Technology.

Researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have developed a technique that uses surface chemistry to make tinier and more effective p-n junctions in silicon-based semiconductors.

WL Gore & Associates, Inc has expanded its electronic products operation into its 750 m2 facility in Shenzhen, China.

Comindico has been sold to SP Telemedia Ltd. Receivers will be working with SP Telemedia to ensure the smooth transition of the business.

Molex Premise Networks has appointed Hagemeyer Australia as its distributor in Australia.

AVT Services is operating a calibration laboratory for regular calibration and repair of mass flow controllers of all brands.

Autodesk is retiring all AutoCAD 2000i-based products on 15 January 2005.

Brisbane-based B&R Enclosures has won the National Gold Award for Quality.