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Supercapacitor Energy Storage Module Released by Eaton

The module provides for bridge events in UPS for mission critical applications.

Machine Learning Module for Deep Neural Networks Introduced by Nvidia

The module allows for computer vision, GPU computing and graphics for next-generation autonomous devices.

Kia Unveils Autonomous Driving Roadmap

The initial stage will involve developing ADAS technologies to later be turned into complete self-driving vehicles by 2030.

Integrated POL Buck Regulators Offer High Efficiency

For generating inputs as low as 0.6 V to power FPGAs, DSPs and microprocessors, power management and analog ICs supplier Intersil Corp. has released a new line of highly integrated synchronous buck regulators that step-down 5 V rails to the point-of-load (POL) inputs.

Capacitive Touch Controller is Immune to Noise

Texas Instruments has created the new 16-bit ultra-low-power microcontroller MSP430FR2633—a ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM)-based MCU employing its proprietary CapTIvate technology.

80-inch iPads Coming to Schools Near You

Could also be used in corporate environments, museums, art galleries or where digital signage is available.

UMC Doubles Automotive Semiconductor Revenue

The pure-play foundry says customers are migrating to more stringent automotive chips is the reason.

Mega Touchscreen “SkyPad” Installed in Seattle’s Space Needle

The 135-square-foot video wall provides an interactive path through the landmark’s history.

Hydration Tracking App Tells You When to Drink More Water

The technology by Healbe is said to be the first 100% automatic hydration monitoring.

Connected Home Connectivity and Networking Debuts

Silicon Labs unveils ZigBee and Thread-Ready Connected Home reference designs.

IoT Wireless System Harnesses Remote Monitoring and Control

Device Solutions has announced Cellio LoRa, a long-range low-power wireless network system for end-to-end automation and instrumentation applications. The system includes connectivity, hardware, software and cloud intelligence for asset mapping, supply chain and sales force and inventory management.

U.S. Army to Use Raytheon Tech to Boost Patriot Radar, Reduce Operating Costs

The United States Army is getting its hands on an upgrade kit that will make the Patriot Integrated Air and Missile Defense system better at detecting and destroying threats.

MOST Linux Driver Supports Microchip Interface Controllers

The MOST Linux driver for Microchip network interface controllers are added to open source Linux Mainline Kernel 4.3.

AOS Expands Lithium Battery MOSFET Family

The chip is geared toward providing improved safety to the battery in smartphones, tablets and other portable devices.

Scientists Use Clay to Create Better Lithium-Ion Batteries for Harsh Environments

A team of scientists from Rice University may have solved a problem encountered while creating rechargeable Li-ion batteries to be used in harsh environments—using clay.

Researchers Use FM Radio to Improve Wireless Signals

Many of us encounter issues with wireless Internet from time to time. "Most people think it's a mystery," says Aleksandar Kuzmanovic, associate professor of electrical engineering and computer science at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering. "They get upset at their routers.

Gooee Adds Artificial Eye Technology to its LED Sensors for IoT Enablement

The startup has partnered with a European ASIC firm to target lighting in the IoT.

SiTime and Daishinku Partner to Proliferate MEMS Timing and Control Market

SiTime Corp., a wholly-owned subsidiary of MegaChips Corp., has entered into a strategic partnership with quartz crystal device maker Daishinku Corp. in order to grow the microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) timing and control markets. Under the partnership, Daishinku will sell SiTime’s MEMS

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