A new candidate for n‑type semiconductors
24 September, 2019Scientists have produced a novel organic substance that can potentially be adapted to form an n-type semiconductor, with wide-ranging applications in the field of electronics.
Osram SFH 4170S and SFH 4180S infrared LEDs for biometric identification
23 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Osram Australia Pty LtdThe compact dimensions of the specially developed Oslon P1616 package (1.6 x 1.6 x 0.85 mm) make the SFH 4170S and SFH 4180S the smallest Osram components for biometric applications.
MACOM MAMG-100227-010 GaN-on-Si power amplifier module
19 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Wireless ComponentsThe MAMG-100227-010, from MACOM Technology Solutions, is a broadband, two-stage, GaN-on-Si hybrid power amplifier module in an air-cavity laminate package.
ADLINK HPERC-KBL Extreme Rugged VITA 75 COTS computing platform
17 September, 2019 | Supplied by: ADLINK Technology IncADLINK Technology has released its latest Extreme Rugged, SWaP-optimised VITA 75 COTS computing platform, the HPERC-KBL, designed for mission-critical applications such as C4ISR and use in demanding military and aerospace environments.
Self-folding soft robots inspired by origami
16 September, 2019US researchers have developed soft robotic systems, inspired by origami, that can move and change shape in response to external stimuli.
congatec conga-SMX8-Mini SMARC 2.0 computer-on-module
16 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Congatec Australia Pty Ltdcongatec's conga-SMX8-Mini is a SMARC 2.0 computer-on-module with an NXP i.MX 8M Mini processor, offering high performance at few watts due to its 14 nm FinFET structure.
Signal amplifier developed for bioinstrumentation
12 September, 2019Researchers from Osaka University have developed what they claim is the world's thinnest and lightest differential amplifier for bioinstrumentation.
Global Laser laser diode modules
12 September, 2019 | Supplied by: SciTech Pty LtdGlobal Laser is a specialist designer and manufacturer of laser diode modules covering a wide range of applications. The company specialises in a wide range of OEM high-performance laser products for use within many niche applications, including machine vision, alignment, medical, measurement, positioning, scientific and military.
Current sensing in brushless motor drives: shunt vs current sensors
11 September, 2019 by Warren Pettigrew, Chief Technical Officer | Supplied by: Raztec New Zealand LimitedSensing currents in brushless motor drives is essential, even if it is just for current limiting.
Eaton XLR-51 supercapacitor module for rugged applications
11 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Eaton Electrical (Australia) Pty LtdThe XLR-51 supercapacitor module, from Eaton, extends the XLR module family to 51.3 V and 188 F. It is suitable for rugged applications in harsh environments, such as transportation, marine, grid storage and material handling.
Qorvo QPF4219 front-end module for Wi-Fi 5 designs
09 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Mouser ElectronicsThe QPF4219 front-end module (FEM) from Qorvo is designed for Internet of Things (IoT) systems based on Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
Quantifying crystal semiconductor efficiency
06 September, 2019Scientists have found a new way to detect the efficiency of crystal semiconductors, using a kind of photoluminescence spectroscopy to characterise the semiconductors.
Neousys Technology Nuvo-7000E/P fanless embedded PCs
06 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Backplane Systems Technology Pty LtdThe Nuvo-7000E/P series of fanless embedded PCs has been designed for ruggedness and versatility, with features including an effective fanless design, an expansion cassette and a proprietary MezIO interface.
Gallium oxide power transistors said to achieve record values
05 September, 2019Researchers have made a breakthrough in the development of transistors based on gallium oxide, achieving high breakdown voltage combined with high current conductivity.
Renesas RX72T MCUs for motor control in robots
04 September, 2019 | Supplied by: Renesas ElectronicsRenesas Electronics has introduced the RX72T series of 32-bit motor control microcontrollers (MCUs) with dedicated hardware accelerator IP to perform the complex, high-speed computations required for motor control in robots and other industrial equipment.
