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LinkSwitch-TN2 Switcher IC Delivers High Accuracy in Non-Isolated Off-Line Apps

At Electronica 2016, Power Integrations debuted its LinkSwitch-TN2 switcher IC for off-line, non-isolated applications.

Modular IoT Gateway Handles Wide Range of Wireless Protocols

NXP Semiconductors’ Modular IoT Gateway suits large node networks (LNNs) with pre-integrated, tested and RF-certified support for a wide array of wireless communications protocols, including Thread, ZigBee and Wi-Fi.?

Digital LED Suits Future Automotive Applications

Next-generation LED platform is the first product rolled out by the open ISELED Alliance?for future automotive products.

Material Technology Enhances Energy-Conversion Efficiency in Artificial Photosynthesis

Fujitsu Laboratories Ltd. has developed a thin-film process technology that increases oxygen-producing efficiency by more than 100-fold.

Gas-filled Surge Arresters Protect Base Station Supplies

TDK Corporation has introduced gas-filled EPCOS surge arresters for use in base stations.

Researchers to Build Computer Hardware that Fights Viruses

Instead of relying on software, the Binghamton team wants to modify a computer's CPU chip by adding logic to check for anomalies while running a program like Microsoft Word.

Invisibility Cloak Hides Photonic Chips From Other Photonic Chips

A University of Utah engineer has developed a cloaking device for microscopic photonic integrated devices, the building blocks of photonic computer chips that run on light instead of electrical current.

Wireless Battery Management System Aims to Improve Reliability in Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

Linear will unveil a concept car based on the technology at this week’s Electronica trade show.

Improving Safety and Comfort in Power Sports Vehicles

Bosch’s new semi-active damping control unit allows riders to customize suspension settings.

Autonomous Scooter Completes the Cycle in Self-Driving Mobility System

A new autonomous scooter developed by MIT researchers and their colleagues complements self-driving cars and golf carts to create a comprehensive mobility system.

Series-Connected Supercapacitors Deliver Optimal Pulse Power Handling Characteristics

AVX’s new SCM Series supercapacitor modules deliver high capacitance values, low ESR, low DCL and long lifetime performance.

System-on-Chip Brings Bluetooth® 4.2 Performance to Wearables, IoT Products

The EM9304 system-on-chip powers Bluetooth® v4.2 low-energy-enabled IoT, wearable and smart electronics products.

Optical Networking Products Meet Edge Applications

ADVA Optical Networking’s Network Edge provides a unified solution portfolio built upon a comprehensive range of edge devices.

Motor-Control Device Serves Smart Industry, High-End Consumer Electronics

Highly integrated system-in-package simplifies intelligent motor control for smart manufacturing equipment, drones, high-performance home appliances and portable brushless DC motors.

Anyone Can DIY Batteries with Scrap Metal, Disconnect from the Grid

Scientists are eliminating manufacturers and teaching the public that they can make their very own batteries with household scrap metal.

Jasco Enters Smart LED Lighting Market

The company’s new bulb works with smart home hubs and provides 25,000 hours of light.

Google and Facebook Offer New Ways to Find Presidential Election Coverage

Technology is changing how people can discover election results on a nationwide basis.

Neurological Disease Growth Drives Neuroprosthetics

Neuroprosthetics is giving new hope to countless victims of injury and neurodegenerative disorders. Researchers are breaking long-standing barriers to deliver new hope and results to the growing number of sufferers.

Automotive Security and the Paradox of Connected Cars

Charlie Miller hacked a Jeep Cherokee and used ARM TechCon to discuss how he did it, all as part of a serious dialogue at the event on the future of the connected automobile.