Controlling spinning electrons
11 July, 2017Researchers from Linköping University have demonstrated how to combine a commonly used semiconductor with a topological insulator, in a groundbreaking discovery of how to control and transfer spinning electrons.
maxon motor ESCON 50/8 DC motor controller for harsh environments
10 July, 2017 | Supplied by: maxon motor Australia Pty LtdExcessive humidity, condensation and airborne pollution can cause corrosion, reduce surface resistance and trigger metal migration. maxon motor's ESCON 50/8 DC servo motor controller is not affected by these conditions.
Smallest narrowband laser on a chip developed
07 July, 2017Researchers at the University of Twente in the Netherlands have created what is claimed to be the world's most narrowband diode laser on a chip.
congatec conga-TC175 computer-on-modules
06 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty Ltdcongatec's conga-TC175 computer-on-modules (COMs) with Intel's Skylake successor — the second variant of the current 14 nm microarchitecture — are said to feature greater CPU performance, more dynamic HDR graphics due to 10-bit video codec and support for the optional, super-fast 3D Xpoint-based Intel Optane memory.
The pros and cons of computer-on-modules
05 July, 2017 by Alvin Tan, Country Manager Australia | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty LtdComputer-on-modules are world-leading platforms for embedded system designs. What makes them so attractive and what are their limitations?
congatec conga-B7XD server-on-modules
05 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty Ltdcongatec's conga-B7XD server-on-modules offer server-grade performance and functionality with their Intel Xeon D processors, 2x 10 GbE and 32 PCIe lanes.
Rollon Seventh Axis motorised linear stage for robot applications
05 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdTo extend the reach and versatility of modern robots, a motorised linear stage is often needed. Rollon Italy has now developed a standardised Seventh Axis system from its extensive linear product range.
Tomco RF power amplifiers
04 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Tomco Technologies Pty LtdTomco RF power amplifiers are all solid-state products covering frequencies from 10 kHz to 1.3 GHz, at power levels from 50 to 500 kW.
congatec SMARC 2.0 modules
04 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty Ltdcongatec introduces SMARC 2.0 modules supporting powerful USB C connectivity. The use of the USB-C specification makes USB interconnects even more universally applicable, further standardising the interface set-up of SMARC 2.0-based embedded devices.
congatec conga-TS175 computer-on-module
03 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty Ltdcongatec conga-TS175 computer-on-module is equipped with the high-end dual chip versions of the Intel Xeon and Gen 7 Intel Core processors.
Panasonic BFE1 and BQE1 series touch-screen displays
03 July, 2017 | Supplied by: Panasonic Australia Pty LimitedThe Panasonic BFE1 and BQE1 series touch-screen displays are a practical and efficient communications tool for schools.
Plans for hybrid-electric planes underway
29 June, 2017Researchers at the Victoria University of Wellington are hoping to use their expertise in superconductivity to build the world's first hybrid-electric jet plane.
Flexible wearables use body heat for energy
28 June, 2017Researchers at NC State University have designed a flexible thermoelectric energy harvester that has the potential to rival existing wearable electronic devices using body heat as the only source of energy.
Panel appeal: lighting the way to good design
26 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Aerospace & Defence ProductsThe design of professional and consumer electronics front panel indicator lights is a key part of the user experience of the equipment.
Fujitsu to build Taiwan's highest-performing supercomputer
23 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Fujitsu AustraliaFujitsu and Fujitsu Taiwan will build a new supercomputer system for Taiwan's National Center for High-performance Computing (NCHC) that is forecast to have the highest performance in the country at the time it commences operation.
