Electronics Supply Chain News & Analysis

New 0.13-Micron Memory Cores Developed for Mobile and Industrial Applications

MagnaChip and YMC have collaborated on a new version of the non-volatile IP.

European Project Studies Autonomous Vehicles for Eventual Integration into European Roadways

A new project called “Autonomous Vehicles Evolve to a New Urban Experience” (AVENUE), led by the University of Geneva (UNIGE) is studying autonomous vehicles with the goal of creating guidelines for legislators who are attempting to integrate autonomous vehicles into European roadways.

5G and Its Impact on Optical Networks

5G architects have looked to a new data relay strategy: densely-deployed “small cell” networks that use multiple transmit and receive antennas to multiply capacity, while also reducing latency.

Watch: New TENGs Could Create Self-charging Children’s Toys

Scientists have used specialized nanogenerators that gather energy from mechanical vibrations to level up conventional children’s toys into smart toys.

New Color Sensor Offers Improved Dynamic Range and Sensitivity for High-end Consumer and Industrial Use

The sensor offers light and color measurements closely matching a typical human eye’s perception of light, as defined by the industry-standard CIE 1931 tri-stimulus model of human eye function.

Development Could Bring Fourier Transform Spectroscopy into the Field

The use of silicon photonics results in the cost-effective miniaturization and increased portability of these analytical instruments.

Low-cost 1W DC/DC Converters with Dual Outputs

The R1DX series are high-quality open-frame SMD converters, which deliver stable performance on symmetric dual outputs at a very competitive price.

High-Temperature SCR Switching Thyristors Combine Blocking Voltages Up to 600V with Current Ratings to 40A

The robust clip-attach package design supports high surge capability and mechanical durability.

What Is Your Supply Chain Telling You About Packages?

Have you purchased any electronics components lately? Have you tried and failed to do so lately? Allocation is the word of the day and substitutions are your friend.

Newark Element14 Signs Deal for Excel-Integrated IoT Device

The distributor will now sell the Symbisa from Hanhaa

Expansion Board Broadens Capabilities of RISC-V Development Board

Microsemi and SiFive are collaborating to further applications of the RISC-V processor.

Vision System Creates 3D Images of Fruit Trees So Farmers Can Easily Monitor Tree Growth and Health

A tree management system has been developed with cameras that produce a 3D reconstruction of the trees, making daily check-ins much easier.

Vishay Intertechnology Launches New AEC-Q101 Qualified High Voltage Thyristors and Diodes

The thyristors and diodes for on-board battery chargers provide wide voltage and current ranges in three package options.

New Chip Can Detect Drugs in Saliva, Blood, Urine or Breath

A new chemical sensing chip will help police officers and law enforcement monitor drug use.

Virtual Reality Scenarios Developed to Help Train First Responders

Firefighters, law enforcement and other first responders can use VR to learn and practice emergency situations.

Nobody Gets Fired for Bringing PCB Prototyping In-House

Whether it is creating advanced electronics for automobiles or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), manufacturers in a wide range of industries are turning to the practice of rapid PCB prototyping in their own in-house labs to innovate and speed up a product’s delivery to the market.

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