Digi-Key Electronics and BQR Reliability Engineering have collaborated to deliver a simple yet powerful mean time between failure (MTBF) calculator to support Digi-Key's global customers. [ + ]

A proposed $50 million Australian Centre for Innovative Manufacturing (ACIM), to be led by Flinders University, has welcomed a $20 million commitment from federal Labor. [ + ]

New sensor technology could be used as part of a smart pill bottle that sends wireless alerts when it detects tampering, overdose or unsafe storage conditions. [ + ]

The test set-up provides a 5G network simulation to test a mobile phone in real time using a signalling connection. [ + ]

Due to its excellent electrical conductivity and light and thin characteristics, single-layer graphene film is ideal for electronics that require batteries. [ + ]

German researchers have developed a process suitable for 3D printing that can be used to produce transparent and mechanically flexible electronic circuits. [ + ]

Researchers have discovered that caffeine can increase the efficiency of perovskite solar cells, enhancing their thermal stability and ability to convert light to electricity. [ + ]

The Victorian Government has revealed plans to contribute $1 million towards establishing an international-standard artificial intelligence centre in Melbourne. [ + ]

The Australian Government is seeking feedback to create guidelines that will ensure AI is developed and applied responsibly in Australia. [ + ]

OEM Technology Solutions is now part of the DUAGON-MEN-GROUP, following the latter's decision to acquire 100% of OEM Technology Solutions' shares. [ + ]

Archer Exploration has commenced its maiden quantum technology project — to build a carbon-based quantum computing device that operates at room temperature. [ + ]

The 20th edition of National Manufacturing Week is set to feature over 90 leading industry experts as part of this year's conference program, participating across two content streams. [ + ]

Electrocomponents has launched OKdo, a new global technology business to focus on single-board computing (SBC) and the Internet of Things (IoT). [ + ]

The CRC will help tackle industry-identified gaps in the battery industries value chain, support battery deployment and optimise the circular economy for battery waste recycling. [ + ]

Seeking a solution for comfortable wearable electronics, Chinese researchers have developed a way to simply print flexible fibres onto transitional textiles or clothes. [ + ]