Infinity in a grain of sand: neural dust sensors monitor the body from inside
15 August, 2016Engineers recently created tiny batteryless sensors the size of a grain of sand, opening the door to 'electroceuticals' — an emerging field in which these devices are used to treat disorders like epilepsy, stimulate the immune system or reduce inflammation by stimulating nerves and muscles.
Australian researchers create self-propelling liquid metals
15 August, 2016RMIT researchers have created self-propelling liquid metals. The development is a critical step in moving from solid-state electronics towards flexible and dynamically reconfigurable soft circuit systems.
TG3 Electronics BLTX sealed full travel keyboard
11 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Interworld Electronics and Computer IndustriesThe BLTX sealed full travel keyboard features 83 keys with an integrated touchpad.
Ametherm Standard, Mega, Mini and Sensor Sample Kits
10 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Digi-Key ElectronicsSample kits of Ametherm's inrush current limiters and NTC sensing thermistors are now available. The kits make it quick and easy for designers to find the right part to provide circuit protection, temperature compensation and measurement in their applications.
Thirsty work: scientists develop electronic skin patch to test blood alcohol levels
10 August, 2016To give drivers certainty about whether they're safe to drive after drinking alcohol, scientists have developed a flexible, wearable patch that measures a person's blood alcohol level from their sweat, then sends the results wirelessly to a smartphone.
SKYPER Prime O IGBT driver with optical interface
08 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Semikron DanfossThe SKYPER Prime O is an IGBT driver with an optical interface, galvanically insulated temperature and DC link signals.
MEN Mikro Elektronik G227 CompactPCI Serial carrier board
08 August, 2016 | Supplied by: OEM Technology SolutionsMEN's G227 CompactPCI Serial carrier board, for PCI Express Mini Cards, is suitable for wireless data communication.
MEN Mikro Elektronik G403 3U CompactPCI Serial board
05 August, 2016 | Supplied by: OEM Technology SolutionsThe G403 3U CompactPCI Serial board, with 16 bidirectional digital I/O channels, has been designed specifically for modern railway applications.
Rockwell Automation SequenceManager batch system
04 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaSequenceManager enables powerful and flexible sequencing capabilities of the batch process at the controller, offering increased functionality for skids, off-network systems and single-unit controls.
Schneider Electric Zelio NFC Timing Relay
04 August, 2016 | Supplied by: RSThe Schneider Electric Zelio NFC Timing Relay offers control and monitoring of a timing relay via NFC (near-field communication) using a smartphone or tablet.
Silicene finally comes unstuck
04 August, 2016Researchers have used oxygen to to break the bond between silicene and the substrate on which it is grown, overcoming the key hurdle preventing the production of a material with potential to supercharge electronics.
SEMIKRON SKYPER 12 IGBT driver
03 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Semikron DanfossSEMIKRON's SKYPER 12 safely drives IGBT modules up to 400 A. With a footprint of 35 x 45 mm, the driver is suitable for compact inverter designs with small IGBT modules, like Mini Dual or SEMiX 5.
Maxim Integrated MAXREFDES99# 16x16 display reference design
02 August, 2016 | Supplied by: Avnet Electronics MarketingUsing the MAXREFDES99# 16x16 display reference design from Maxim Integrated Products, hobbyists and makers have added flexibility and options when developing LED signs.
RECOM R-78E series switching regulator modules
29 July, 2016 | Supplied by: RECOM Power GmbHRECOM has expanded its R-78E switching regulator series with modules featuring 9, 12 and 15 V output voltages. The series is designed to offer all of the advantages of a standard switching regulator, including high efficiency, wide input range and accurate output voltage regulation.
Advantech SOM-5991 COM Express Basic Module
29 July, 2016 | Supplied by: Advantech Australia Pty LtdAdvantech's SOM-5991 COM Express Basic Module, designed around the Intel Xeon processor D-1500 family, is powered by a server-grade processor that boasts up to 16-core scalability.