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Characterize RF Noise Components Using Equivalent Noise Temperature

Learn another way to characterize RF noise components using noise temperature and how this concept clears up how noise figure measurement instruments actually work.

About 18 hours ago by Dr. Steve Arar

Explore Negative Voltage Using LTspice and a Negative Voltage Generator

In this article, we’ll use SPICE simulations to explore the theory and behavior of negative voltages.

2 days ago by Robert Keim

Vehicle Networking Startup Ethernovia Secures $64 Million Funding

As validation of its technology, Ethernovia recently raised a large sum in its A-round financing.

2 days ago by Jake Hertz

Intel Rolls First FPGA with PCIe 5.0 and Compute Express Link

By embedding PCI Express 5.0 and CXL support, Intel’s new FPGAs seek to tackle high-bandwidth computing workloads.

3 days ago by Chantelle Dubois

Flux Adds Automatic Impedance Control For Simplifying High-Speed Design

The company’s new automated impedance control feature aims to make high-speed design accessible for engineers of all levels.

3 days ago by Jeff Child

Broadcom to Supply Apple’s 5G Components in the US

Despite Apple’s internal efforts, the company still needs to rely on third parties for wireless chips.

4 days ago by Jake Hertz

On-device Processing Ramps Up With New Edge AI, End-point AI, & TinyML

While there are differences between edge AI, end-point AI, and TinyML, each of these fields is progressing real-time processing in its own ways. Below is a roundup of recent news in these three areas.

4 days ago by Chantelle Dubois

Asset Tracker Test Proves Efficacy of ZETA, a New LPWA Network

Socionext and Techsor recently tested the indoor and outdoor performance of IoT tags using the low-power wide area network ZETA—and the results showed bright promise for asset tracking.

5 days ago by Duane Benson

Microchip Releases Long-reaching USB 3.2 Reclocker/Redriver Devices

As USB distances increase in automotive applications, signal integrity becomes a pressing issue. Microchip has released reclocker/redriver devices to help solve this challenge.

5 days ago by Jake Hertz

UWB Tech Takes Automotive and Tracking Applications by Storm

In this article, we round up four recent UWB-related designs making a big impact on automotive child safety, keyless entry, object detection, and more.

May 22, 2023 by Kristijan Nelkovski

Ethernet Turns 50 Today: A Day to Review the Feats of Robert Metcalfe, Co-Inventor of Ethernet

50 years ago today, on May 22, 1973, Robert Metcalfe wrote a memo to management at Xerox Palo Alto Research Center explaining how Ethernet could work.

May 22, 2023 by Chantelle Dubois

Improving ADC SFDR Using Dithering for Communication System Applications

Learn more about dithering, namely improving the spurious-free dynamic range (SFDR) of an analog-to-digital converter (ADC) that exhibits differential nonlinearity (DNL) errors.

May 21, 2023 by Dr. Steve Arar

Toshiba Debuts “Thermoflagger” as Temperature Sensor IC Alternative

The new solution helps to control the temperature rise in electronic equipment.

May 19, 2023 by Jake Hertz

Drone Roundup: 3 Innovations Take Smaller, Smarter Drones to the Sky

Drone technology is experiencing a ground-up performance boost on all fronts thanks to the latest innovations from industry and academia.

May 18, 2023 by Aaron Carman

The Microcomputer Compensated Crystal Oscillator Is Finally Ready for Space

The latest advances in radiation-hardened digital components have enabled the development of MCXOs that, for the first time, can replace larger, high-power-consuming OCXOs in low-earth orbit (LEO) New Space applications.

May 18, 2023 by Ronald Stephens, Q-Tech Corporation

With a Focus on Industry 4.0, ST Unveils Second Series of STM32 MPUs

The new family of MPUs offers some unique architectural features for industrial applications.

May 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz

From Gate Drivers to E-fuse Demonstrators, SiC Devices Target EV Tech

Semiconductor companies are leveraging the properties of SiC to achieve fast switching speeds and improved isolation in new EV designs.

May 17, 2023 by Arjun Nijhawan

Transistors Models for Quantum Computing Operate in Cryogenic Temperatures

The CryoCMOS Consortium has demonstrated transistor models operable at 4K and 77K, opening more doors for conventional electronics to operate at cryogenic temperatures.

May 16, 2023 by Jake Hertz

Molex MX150 Sealed and Unsealed Connectors | Tech Explainer

Molex presents the MX150 Sealed and Unsealed Connectors, offering engineers in the ICE and EV automotive industries a solution to save space and cost while meeting demanding EPA regulations. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!

May 16, 2023 by TTI, Inc

PHOENIX CONTACT XTV Terminal Blocks with Push-X Technology | New Product Brief

The Phoenix Contact XTV terminal blocks feature an innovative technology called Push-X, enabling quick and effortless connections with various types of conductors. These terminal blocks eliminate the need for tools or force during the direct wiring process. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!

May 16, 2023 by Mouser Electronics