Bulgin vandal-proof piezo switches
20 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Walcom Pty LtdBulgin has launched its IP68 and IP69K rated piezo switches, designed to meet the needs of a wide range of demanding applications. In contrast to conventional switches, piezo switches have no moving mechanical parts, making them resilient and capable of enduring millions of actuations.
ON Semiconductor STK55xU3xxx-E integrated power modules
19 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Future ElectronicsON Semiconductor has expanded its high-voltage IPM portfolio with the STK55xU3xxx-E family. With a power range of 10 to 50 A in SIP and DIP packaging, the IPMs integrate a complete three-phase inverter including the gate drive circuit.
IFM KT panel-mount capacitive touch push-buttons
18 July, 2014 | Supplied by: RSThe IFM KT range of panel-mount capacitive touch push-buttons offers a contactless solution to applications where a traditional mechanical push-button may have been used.
Avago ACPL-336J and ACPL-337J smart gate drive optocouplers
17 July, 2014 | Supplied by: element14Avago Technologies has introduced two highly integrated smart gate drive optocoupler devices, the ACPL-336J and ACPL-337J. They feature a 2.5 and 4 A rail-to-rail output capable of driving high-power MOSFET or IGBT directly.
UNSW's robot soccer team to compete at RoboCup
17 July, 2014UNSW's robot soccer team and their minders are hoping they can knock their traditional rivals off the top spot in the world's largest robot competition, RoboCup Championships, to be held in Brazil next week.
IR StrongIRFET 60 V MOSFETs
16 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Future ElectronicsInternational Rectifier has announced the expansion of its StrongIRFET MOSFET portfolio to include 60 V devices for a wide variety of industrial applications including power tools, light electric vehicle (LEV) inverters, DC motor drives, Li-ion battery pack protection and switched mode power supply (SMPS) secondary-side synchronous rectification.
New Raspberry Pi board offers more sensors and accessories
16 July, 2014 | Supplied by: element14The new Raspberry Pi B+ board, which marks the first significant change to the credit card-sized computer, is available to buy immediately through element14. The new board offers more sensors and accessories, enabling users to build bigger and better projects.
Freescale Kinetis KV1x MCUs
14 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Mouser Electronics (Hong Kong) LtdThe Kinetis V Series KV1x MCU family is the entry point to Freescale Semiconductor's Kinetis V series, a scalable microcontroller (MCU) family that targets digital motor control applications.
International Rectifier IRG7PK35UD1 IGBT
12 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Mouser Electronics (Hong Kong) LtdInternational Rectifier's IRG7PK35UD1 IGBT is co-packaged with an ultralow forward voltage diode and uses the company's Gen7 thin-wafer trench technology to deliver low VCE(ON) and ultrafast switching.
element14 Raspberry Pi Compute Development Kit
11 July, 2014 | Supplied by: element14The Raspberry Pi Compute Module allows design engineers to use their own interface board that will host the product and deliver a smooth experience as they move from prototyping on the Pi through to shipping commercial product in volume.
Texas Instruments CC3100 BoosterPack Wi-Fi device for MCUs
10 July, 2014 | Supplied by: Texas Instruments Australia LtdThe CC3100 BoosterPack is a Wi-Fi device that simplifies the implementation of internet connectivity and delivers the flexibility to add Wi-Fi to any microcontroller (MCU), providing users with all they need to easily create IoT solutions.
Cynergy3 SSF67 Series long-reach float switch
09 July, 2014 | Supplied by: RSThe Cynergy3 SSF67 has been designed to give the user a long-reach float switch with a number of switching options to cater for a wide variety of system requirements. Manufactured in stainless steel 316L material, the switches are suitable for use in many aggressive liquids or hygienic applications.
Security consultant hacks light bulb
08 July, 2014Security consultant Context Information Security has uncovered a security weakness in an Australian inventor's Wi-Fi-enabled, energy-efficient LIFX LED light bulb that can be controlled from a smartphone.
Nanoparticles to keep electronics from overheating
08 July, 2014Power dissipation, chip power consumption, and heat flux in electronic devices has been steadily increasing over the past decade, creating a need for improved methods of cooling them.
Bio-bots that walk on command
03 July, 2014 by Janet Sinn-HanlonEngineers have developed walking 'bio-bots' powered by muscle cells and controlled with electrical pulses, giving researchers unprecedented command over their function.
