Industry News
Plasma-assisted polishing smooths single-crystal diamond
Japanese researchers have found a way to polish the hardest known material without damaging it, helping to accelerate its use in advanced electronics. [ + ]
Towards 'personalised energy' with transparent solar cells
South Korean scientists have put forth an innovative design for high-power transparent solar cells, bringing us closer to a sustainable future with off-grid living. [ + ]
ST and Sanken partner on intelligent power modules
STMicroelectronics is collaborating with Sanken Electric Co to unleash the performance and practical advantages of intelligent power modules (IPMs) in high-voltage, high-power equipment designs. [ + ]
Smart collar can track your pet in real time
CSIRO's Data61 and Ceres Tag are developing a device that will enable pet owners to accurately track the location of their animal from both short and long distances. [ + ]
Self-charging batteries made from printable ink
The battery cells can create electricity from humidity in the air or skin surface to self-charge themselves within minutes; no manual charging or wired power is required. [ + ]
'Lab-in-Fab' to advance adoption of piezoelectric MEMS
STMicroelectronics, A*STAR's Institute of Microelectronics and ULVAC will jointly set up and operate an 8″ (200 mm) R&D line focused on piezo MEMS technology. [ + ]
Smart chip to protect satellites from radiation
A 'smart chip' capable of protecting against radiation damage could enable future satellites to carry more sophisticated equipment while being less costly to build. [ + ]
Hysteresis-free performance for soft sensor material
Tactile Resistive Annularly Cracked E-Skin (TRACE) is claimed to be five times better than conventional soft materials, making it suitable for various sensor applications. [ + ]
Energy harvester extends battery life of smart watches
Researchers have developed an embedded energy harvester that is able to sustainably power smart watches and wristbands, solving the problem of limited battery life. [ + ]
Samsung selects ST to power Galaxy Note20 smartphones
Samsung's Galaxy Note20 Ultra smartphone features sensing and control technology from STMicroelectronics, said to enhance the phone's high-end features. [ + ]
Flexible film can change colour like a chameleon
Researchers from Sichuan University have developed a flexible film that changes colour in response to stretching, pressure or humidity. [ + ]
Webinar: How eSIM is forging a new future in IoT
Digi-Key Electronics has announced that it is sponsoring a product training webinar with STMicroelectronics and Truphone focused on how eSIM is forging a new future in IoT. [ + ]
High-intensity light solves perovskite problem
Australian researchers have resolved a fundamental challenge preventing the wide uptake of next-generation perovskite solar cells. [ + ]
STMicroelectronics acquires SOMOS Semiconductor
STMicroelectronics has announced the acquisition and integration of the assets of SOMOS Semiconductor, a French fabless semiconductor company. [ + ]
Ultralow-power devices could harvest their own energy
An international research team has created a way for ultralow-power printed electronics to recharge from ambient light or radiofrequency noise. [ + ]