TL431: The Precision Shunt Regulator That Quietly Took Over Power Supplies

TL431: The Precision Shunt Regulator That Quietly Took Over Power Supplies

A bandgap reference, an error amplifier, and an output transistor in one three-pin device. It's still a staple after nearly five decades.


News Dec 05, 2025 by Luke James
Melexis Introduces First Automotive SMD Infrared Temperature Sensor

Melexis Introduces First Automotive SMD Infrared Temperature Sensor

NTC thermistors work well enough—until they don't. Melexis is picking up the slack with the first automotive-qualified infrared thermometer available as an SMD.


News Dec 04, 2025 by Austin Futrell
My Experience with the Zephyr RTOS—A Hands-On Review

My Experience with the Zephyr RTOS—A Hands-On Review

Robert recently tried the Zephyr RTOS and contributed back to the project in the form of a sensor driver for the MTCH9010 liquid leak detector. In this article,…


Five Design Wins Redefining Edge Intelligence, Connectivity, and Power

Five Design Wins Redefining Edge Intelligence, Connectivity, and Power

This roundup covers collaborations driving progress in AI processing, IoT radios, 5G NTN conformance, Auracast audio hardware, and indoor-light energy harvesting.


News Dec 03, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
Korea’s Semiconductor Titans Undergo Strategic Transformations

Korea’s Semiconductor Titans Undergo Strategic Transformations

Korean semiconductor giants—like Samsung and SK hynix—are shifting focus from traditional memory to AI-driven tech, such as HBM, amid global competition, US…


News Dec 03, 2025 by Gordon Feller
SiTime Introduces Jamming- and Spoofing-Resistant Precision Oscillator

SiTime Introduces Jamming- and Spoofing-Resistant Precision Oscillator

With an eye on aerospace and defense applications, SiTime designed the new oscillator—announced today—with multi-layer reliability for GNSS receivers.


News Dec 03, 2025 by Duane Benson
Microsoft Announces New Custom CPU Powered by Arm

Microsoft Announces New Custom CPU Powered by Arm

Azure Cobalt 200 aims to deliver a 50% performance gain over its predecessor for real-world cloud workloads.


News Dec 02, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Taoglas Upgrades Antenna Tool With AI Modeling, PCB Templates, and More

Taoglas Upgrades Antenna Tool With AI Modeling, PCB Templates, and More

Taoglas has rolled out a major update to its Antenna Integrator tool, adding AI-enhanced modeling, realistic PCB-shape templates, and new export features aimed…


News Dec 01, 2025 by Luke James