Highly sensitive diode converts microwaves to electricity
09 October, 2019Researchers have developed a highly sensitive rectifying element in the form of a nanowire backward diode, which can convert low-power microwaves into electricity.
Würth Elektronik WE-TVS diodes
23 October, 2018The WE-TVS diodes are characterised by their short response time and a low terminal voltage, and feature a high ESD dielectric strength with a contact discharge of up to ±30 kV.
Transparent conductive films: a step behind the technology curve?
15 October, 2018 by Dr Khasha Ghaffarzadeh, Research DirectorITO alternatives (TCFs) are no longer a young technology — so why has the commercialisation process been prolonged for so long?
MACOM MADP-009989 MRI protection diode
14 August, 2018The MADP-009989 diode from MACOM Technology Solutions was designed to protect MRI receivers from high RF energy fields, including long RF pulses and RF spike pulses present in most MRI machines.
'Honeycomb' lattice could increase battery life 100-fold
25 May, 2018A new magnetic material addresses two of the chief complaints surrounding battery-operated electronics: short battery life and too much heat generation.
Hioki FT4310 bypass diode tester for PV panels
21 August, 2017The Hioki FT4310 bypass diode tester can be used safely in broad daylight, detecting open and short-circuited bypass diodes, as well as measuring cell string losses.
STMicroelectronics ESDZL5-1F4 and ESDZV5-1BF4 ESD-clamping diodes
20 July, 2017The latest miniature (size 0201) single-line ESD-protection diodes from STMicroelectronics quickly clamp transients to a voltage as low as 7 V, and handle 7 A peak pulse current, to provide good protection and design flexibility for space-constrained smart objects.
STMicroelectronics 1200 V silicon-carbide diodes
22 May, 2017A full range of 2–40 A 1200 V silicon-carbide (SiC) JBS (junction barrier Schottky) diodes from STMicroelectronics enables a range of applications to benefit from the high switching efficiency, fast recovery and consistent temperature characteristics of SiC technology.
Single-molecule diode created
19 April, 2017Australian and Spanish researchers have made a significant breakthrough in the quest to create smaller everyday electronic devices.
Renesas NX6375AA Series semiconductor laser diodes
05 March, 2017The Renesas NX6375AA Series semiconductor laser diodes contribute to stable operation in high-speed communication and high-temperature environments.
Toshiba low-capacitance TVS diodes
20 January, 2017The Toshiba low-capacitance TVS diodes can be used in high-speed interfaces in mobile devices, including smartphones, tablet PCs and wearable devices.
LEDs and diode lasers on display
30 September, 2016Germany's Ferdinand-Braun-Institut (FBH) has announced novel developments and advancements in its diode lasers and UV light-emitting diodes (LEDs).
The world's smallest diode
12 April, 2016US and Israeli researchers have created and characterised the world's smallest diode — one molecule small, to be precise.
Vishay Intertechnology VTVSxxASMF TVS protection diodes
05 February, 2016Vishay Intertechnology has announced a series of surface-mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) protection diodes featuring a 2% breakdown voltage tolerance. Offered in the low-profile SMF package, the VTVSxxASMF series provides a high surge capability of 400 W at 10/1000 μs for portable electronics.
Vishay Semiconductors VLIN26A1-03G and VCAN26A2-03G ESD protection diodes
17 July, 2015Measuring 2.3 x 2.1 mm with a 0.95 mm profile, the Vishay Semiconductors single-line VLIN26A1-03G and dual-line VCAN26A2-03G offer low capacitance and leakage current for the protection of automotive data lines against transient voltage signals.
