Electronics Supply Chain News & Analysis

Researchers Develop Functional Nanoscale Computing Device

The device could be packed into a block no bigger than 50 nanometers on any side.

Printed Solar Cells Made of Flexible Plastic Could Bring Limitless Power to New Applications

Not just useful for home power needs, the technology could be adapted to clothing, cars or mobile devices.

Future Electronics, Delta Ink Global Franchise Agreement

Future Electronics has announced an expanded worldwide franchise agreement with Delta Products Corporation’s Industrial, Medical and Lighting Power Supply group

Fujitsu, Lenovo to Explore Global Strategic PC Cooperation

Fujitsu and Lenovo are exploring a strategic cooperation in R&D and manufacturing of personal computers for the global market.

Multi-layer, Organic Low-Pass Filters Operate to 6.5 GHz

The LP Series MLO low-pass filters combine high dielectric constant and low loss materials to enable the fabrication of multi-layer, stacked passive devices.

12 A µModule Regulator Can Be Placed on Backside of PCB

The LTM4643 µModule Regulator is supplied in a 1.82 mm-high ultra-thin package and suits systems with height restrictions, such as backside PCB assembly.

Q&A: Micah Toll Creates DIY Batteries for Makers Everywhere

If you’ve ever wanted to build your own battery, now you can. Micah Toll has created DIY Maker Batteries to power just about anything. Learn about the creator, the technology and the future of the Maker Movement.

Redesigned Mouser Website Offers Easier Navigation

Mouser Electronics, Inc. has enhanced its website with new methods for browsing and searching for products.

10 Ways 3-D Printing Is Changing Healthcare

3-D printing still faces some challenges. Yet, it not only holds tremendous promise, it also is making a difference in people’s lives today.

Power Core Module Designed for Control Functions in Electric Aircraft

Microsemi has launched a new device that combines an FPGA with a hybrid power drive.

Frequency Multipliers Cover 8 to 46 GHz Range

Multipliers utilize GaAs PHEMT MMIC technology to produce high power and reduce added circuitry needs.

Mouser Stocking Intel® SSD 600p Solid State Drive

Intel’s Solid State Drive (SSD) 600p Series is now being offered by distributor Mouser Electronics.

Closed-Circuit Coolers Offer Improved Heat Transfer

Advanced internal tube enhancement increases heat transfer and thermal capacity of all coil products.

A Smartphone Battery Inspired By Human Intestines

If the batteries ever hit the market, they would possess five times the energy density of the lithium-ion batteries that are currently used in smartphones and other electronics.

Industrial Power Supplies Stand 1U High, Offer PMBus™ Communications

TDK-Lambda’s RFE2500 AC-DC power supplies deliver up to 2500 W output power in a low-profile 1U package and are available with PMBus™ communications.

Evaluation Kit Aids MEMS Testing

Plug-and-play system provides users and developers with improved functionalities for affordable, easy and advanced testing.

Intel Capital Invests in Start-up Companies Focused on Robotics, Virtual Reality, and Sports and Health

The financial arm of the world’s largest semiconductor firm has invested $38 million in 12 companies.

Battery Solution Powers Li-ion Products

The LC709501F battery solution eases design-in of next-generation lithium-ion-powered products.

First-Ever 3-D Printed Magnets

For the first time ever, permanent magnets can be produced using a 3-D printer. This allows magnets to be created in complex forms and customized magnetic fields, required, for example, in magnetic sensors.