Meet Trevor, the biomimetic caterpillar
27 October, 2016 by Lauren DavisResearchers have invented a biomimetic caterpillar named Trevor, said to be the first of his kind. Trevor is powered by a DC voltage that activates artificial muscles — otherwise, he is entirely electronics-free.
A new electronics event for Singapore
26 October, 2016The inaugural CETIAsia conference and exhibition will be held at The Singapore EXPO from 30 November to 2 December 2016.
Richardson to distribute Tagore Technology switches
25 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Wireless ComponentsRichardson RFPD has announced an agreement to distribute Tagore Technology's disruptive semiconductor switches for wireless applications to a worldwide audience.
Keysight joins alliance to advance 5G technology
24 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Keysight Technologies Australia Pty LtdKeysight Technologies has joined the Next Generation Mobile Networks (NGMN) Alliance. The alliance will drive and guide the development of all future mobile broadband technology enhancements with a focus on 5G.
Power electronics market set to rise
19 October, 2016The global power electronics market was valued at $12.87 billion in 2015 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 6.2% from 2016–2022, according to a report from P&S Market Research.
Avnet acquires Premier Farnell
18 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Avnet Electronics MarketingAvnet has announced its acquisition of Premier Farnell in an all-cash merger for £1.85 ($2.95) per share, which equates to an equity value of approximately £691 million ($1.10 billion).
ST and WiTricity collaborate on resonant wireless power transfer
14 October, 2016 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSTMicroelectronics is collaborating with WiTricity, a pioneer in wireless power transfer over distance, in the development of semiconductor solutions for magnetic-resonance-based wireless power transfer.
Global electrotechnology prize awarded
14 October, 2016The IEC Lord Kelvin Award, claimed to be the highest global prize in electrotechnology, has been awarded to Uwe Kampet of BSH Home Appliances, Germany.
electronica is expanding in 2016
13 October, 2016 | Supplied by: Messe Munchenelectronica, an international trade fair for electronics, enables attendees to see the components, systems and applications that make new developments such as smart homes and connected cars possible.
Medical electronics market to be worth US$4.41bn by 2022
10 October, 2016The market for medical electronics is expected to reach US$4.41 billion by 2022, according to market research firm MarketsandMarkets.
Contactless wearable wins Future Digital Award
06 October, 2016 | Supplied by: GemaltoDigital security company Gemalto has won a 2016 Future Digital Award from Juniper Research for its Celego contactless wristband.
Controlling the momentum of electrons in graphene
05 October, 2016Researchers have developed a device made of bilayer graphene — an atomically thin arrangement of carbon atoms — which provides experimental proof of the ability to control the momentum of electrons.
The top 10 hotspots for wearable electronics innovation
04 October, 2016Analysts from Lux Research have ranked the global hotspots for wearable electronics innovation based on three broad criteria: research and development, funding and adoption.
Design for electronics and win a 3D printer
28 September, 2016Pinshape has announced the 'Design for Electronics' contest, challenging participants to create a design that can be brought to life or used with electronics.
STMicroelectronics promotes new digital age in India
24 September, 2016 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSTMicroelectronics showcased its latest technologies and products for smart driving, smart cities and homes, and smart things at electronica India 2016.
