Nanoelectronics temperature breakthrough
28 January, 2016Researchers have managed to make electrons in a circuit on a silicon chip colder than had previously been achieved.
The internet of the future?
27 January, 2016A new scientific solution that enables future internet infrastructure to become completely open and programmable while carrying internet traffic at the speed of light has been developed.
Avalue ECM-SKLH, EBM-SKLU and ESM-SKLH embedded computing boards
26 January, 2016 | Supplied by: Braetec Pty LtdAvalue has unveiled three embedded computing boards based on the sixth-generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 processors and latest Xeon processors. The range comprises the 3.5″ micro module ECM-SKLH, the 5.25″ mini module EBM-SKLU and the computer-on-modules ESM-SKLH.
Vishay Intertechnology IGBT power modules for TIG welding machines
26 January, 2016 | Supplied by: Digi-Key ElectronicsVishay Intertechnology has introduced four half-bridge and single-switch IGBT power modules designed specifically for TIG welding machines.
Developing power systems for lighting applications
22 January, 2016 | Supplied by: Vicor CorporationLight emitting diodes (LEDs) allow large structures to be illuminated using minimal energy. These LED lights require power chains that convert an AC utility supply to a constant current DC supply.
ANADIGICS AWL5911 power amplifier
22 January, 2016 | Supplied by: Wireless ComponentsANADIGICS has released the AWL5911 power amplifier, an easy-to-use module that delivers high levels of linearity and efficiency for high data rate applications. Designed for the 5 GHz WLAN standards, it supports IEEE 802.11a/n/ac applications.
STMicroelectronics powers 100 million Indian set-top boxes
22 January, 2016 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSTMicroelectronics has shipped its 100 millionth chipset for digital cable and satellite set-top boxes (STBs) in India.
Cooling system for processors of the future
21 January, 2016 by Moscow Institute of Physics and TechnologyResearchers from MIPT have demonstrated how to efficiently cool optoelectronic chips using industry-standard heatsinks in spite of high heat generation in active plasmonic components. These components will be essential for high-speed data transfer within the optoelectronic microprocessors of the future.
Next-generation high-speed transistors
19 January, 2016Researchers have developed a double-layered nanowire, consisting of a germanium core and a silicon shell. This is a major step towards the realisation of a next-generation high-speed transistor.
Samsung begins mass production of advanced logic chips
18 January, 2016Samsung Electronics has begun mass production of advanced logic chips using its 14 nm Low-Power Plus (LPP) process, the second generation of the company's 14 nm FinFET process technology.
Oxygen enhances optical properties of LEDs
14 January, 2016Researchers have shed light on oxygen's role in enhancing red LEDs and reported that the quantity and location of oxygen in GaN can be fine-tuned to improve the optical performance of europium (Eu)-doped GaN devices.
Maxim Integrated MAX30102 pulse oximeter and heart rate integrated sensor module
14 January, 2016 | Supplied by: Avnet Electronics MarketingSystem designers can speed up time to market for wearable and healthcare products with the MAX30102 pulse oximeter and heart rate integrated sensor module from Maxim Integrated. The module provides a complete system to ease the design-in process for mobile and wearable devices.
Smart living
08 January, 2016 by Xavier Baraton* | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty Ltd
The smart city is built on awareness and (some elements of) real-time control of all of the critical functions and infrastructure of the city. With smart systems in smart cities, we can do more with less.
Toshiba TMPM37AFSQG microcontroller
08 January, 2016 | Supplied by: Toshiba (Australia) Pty LtdToshiba has announced the TMPM37AFSQG microcontroller as the latest addition to its ARM Cortex-M3-based TX03 series. The IC is said to be the world's smallest vector control microcontroller to incorporate an original co-processor and a pre-driver to implement brushless DC motor control.
STMicroelectronics components selected for Toyota Prius
22 December, 2015 | Supplied by: STMicroelectronics Pty LtdSTMicroelectronics has announced that its 32-bit automotive microcontrollers and power MOSFETs have been selected by Toyota Industries Corporation for the DC-DC converter in Toyota's fourth-generation Prius hybrid-vehicle platform.
