A new spin on transistors
15 June, 2017A US engineer has designed a novel computing system, made entirely from carbon, which may one day replace the silicon transistors that power today's electronic devices.
Making flexible electronics with nanowire networks
13 June, 2017 by Peter Byrley, University of California, RiversideIf flexible smartphones, e-paper and a new generation of smart watches are to succeed, they can't use existing touchscreen technology.
NewEdge Signal Solutions SAX239 30–520 MHz tunable bandpass filter
13 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Wireless ComponentsThe SAX239 is a 30–520 MHz tunable bandpass filter from NewEdge Signal Solutions, offering good power handling (+33 dBm) and DC power consumption (<100 mW) in a small form factor.
JTAG Technologies JT 2147/eDAK signal conditioning module
09 June, 2017 | Supplied by: ProDigital Pty LtdThe JT 2147/eDAK, from JTAG Technologies, is a multifunction signal conditioning module that allows connections from JTAG PXI and PXIe DataBlasters to the MAC panel 'Scout' connection system.
Heat-resistant transducers developed
09 June, 2017Researchers at the Fraunhofer Institute for Silicate Research ISC have successfully realised piezo sensors that can continuously monitor components as hot as 900°C.
Putting an end to cracked screens
07 June, 2017An international team of scientists is working together to bring an end to cracked smartphone and tablet screens.
Laser light could 'reprogram' materials
07 June, 2017 | Supplied by: QUTProfessor Christopher Barner-Kowollik has been awarded funding of more than $3 million to investigate how monochromatic light provided by lasers could be used to program and reprogram coatings and materials to make them adaptable and adjustable to their specific environment.
Curtiss-Wright Parvus DuraCor XD1500 mission computer
07 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Unitronix Pty LtdCurtiss-Wright's latest size, weight and power (SWaP) optimised mission computer delivers powerful 12-core Intel Xeon-class floating-point processing supported with high-capacity memory architecture.
maxon motor ultrasmall DC motors
05 June, 2017 | Supplied by: maxon motor Australia Pty Ltdmaxon motor's 6 and 8 mm DC servo motors have been released, with a wide range of motor customisations possible.
Avalue EMS-SKLU-Marine box PC
02 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Braetec Pty LtdAvalue Technology has released the EMS-SKLU-Marine, an IEC EN60945 marine-certified embedded box PC, for maritime applications such as control or engine rooms, IBS (Integrated Bridge System), propulsion control or safety systems and boat entertainment systems.
Advantech TPC series modular industrial panel PCs
01 June, 2017 | Supplied by: Advantech Australia Pty LtdAdvantech created its TPC series of modular panel PC solutions based on three performance-segmented models: a control panel (TPC-5000), industrial thin-client (TPC-2000) and web terminal (TPC-1000).
Crystals could enable long-distance quantum communication
31 May, 2017Swiss researchers are extending the reach of quantum communications with a protocol based on a crystal that can emit quantum light, as well as store it for arbitrary long times.
FUTEK MBA500 torque and thrust biaxial sensor
25 May, 2017 | Supplied by: Metromatics Pty LtdFUTEK's MBA500 torque and thrust biaxial load cell is designed to measure reaction torque moments as well as tension and compression loads, all in one transducer.
ELAP standalone EtherCAT interface encoder
23 May, 2017 | Supplied by: Motion Technologies Pty LtdThe ELAP standalone EtherCAT interface encoder is steady, fast and ready to integrate into a range of applications such as I/O system, drives, sensors and actuators.
World's thinnest hologram developed
19 May, 2017Australian and Chinese scientists have designed a nano-hologram that is simple to make, can be seen without 3D goggles and is 1000 times thinner than a human hair.
