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Study: Slow moving robots are the best to monitor fish on a fish farm

Researchers from Tallinn University of Technology, Estonian University of Life Sciences and Norwegian University of Science and Technology collaborated with SINTEF and SalMar to find the right underwater robot to monitor fish on fish farms.

Miniature sensor monitors cardiac and lung health

The silicon chip-based device functions as an electronic stethoscope and accelerometer to monitor the vibrations and motion of the lungs and heart.

Ruggedized 3 kW bi-directional DC-DC converter for automotive applications

The packaging and thermal design make the converter ideal for harsh shock and vibration requirements and simplifies integration with a battery pack.

Smart home electronic device sales to slow during coronavirus pandemic

Social distancing and delays in delivery likely to cause problems in the second and third quarter.

5G IoT wireless module completes first data call

The call was made by Fibocom on China Mobile’s 5G standalone network.

New PanL hardware for smart device control

The PanL Relay acts as a smart switch controlled by PanL Hub and can turn any appliance into a smart device.

Industrial underwater robots could be used to collect marine life data

Researchers from the Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) have found that robots used in oil and gas industries could be used to gather extra scientific information for ocean research.

New 5 GHz FEM designed for Wi-Fi enabled devices

The SKY5®-55501-11, a 5 GHz front-end module (FEM) designed for Wi-Fi enabled devices including handsets and tablets, is now available from Skyworks.

Netherlands 5G towers attacked over COVID-19 conspiracy theories

This is the second country in Europe to have had 5G attacks happen in recent weeks.

OnePlus 8 5G smartphone coming to Verizon and T-Mobile

The smartphone will be available for purchase at the end of the month.

Toyota updates production line closures due to COVID-19

The company plans to reopen in May but will halt production for a few days from each plant.

TomTom expands maps deal with Verizon

The companies previously made deals for 5G and emergency vehicles.

Snap-in power aluminum capacitors for higher power density and lower costs

The Vishay BC Components 257 PRM-SI series offers up to 20% higher ripple current than previous-generation solutions and delivers useful life to 5,000 hours at 85° C.

Researchers develop a set of tools to help relief managers organize volunteers

Researchers from North Carolina State University and the University of Alabama have created tools that help emergency response teams and relief managers coordinate volunteer efforts.

Sensor innovations make medical diagnostics smarter

The role of sensors in medical device design is expanding with increasing adoption of remote monitoring systems, mobile cardiac telemetry devices and other wireless monitoring capabilities.