Fab-less semiconductor company, GreenWaves Technologies, has developed a new processor designed for IoT applications that they claim that will outmatch ARM…
Fab-less semiconductor company, GreenWaves Technologies, has developed a new processor designed for IoT applications that they claim that will outmatch ARM Cortex processors.
This is Part 1 of a step-by-step guide to bringing custom microcontroller designs to life.
This is Part 1 of a step-by-step guide to bringing custom microcontroller designs to life.
Heat dissipation is one of the biggest obstacles in semiconductor reduction. A team at the University of California has…
Heat dissipation is one of the biggest obstacles in semiconductor reduction. A team at the University of California has developed nanowires that can significantly improve heat dissipation characteristics and shape the future of silicon chip design.
Miposaur is a self-balancing robot that packs quite a bit of technology into a small package. Let's find out what is inside.
Miposaur is a self-balancing robot that packs quite a bit of technology into a small package. Let's find out what is inside.
This month, we're highlighting three Kickstarters that may catch your eye: a power-efficient and precise soldering tool,…
This month, we're highlighting three Kickstarters that may catch your eye: a power-efficient and precise soldering tool, an educational coding robot, and the "most powerful maker board out there".
We talk with Tanky's founder about nigh-invulnerable 3D-printed armor, how to destroy a GoPro, firmware and batteries,…
We talk with Tanky's founder about nigh-invulnerable 3D-printed armor, how to destroy a GoPro, firmware and batteries, who is the best pilot, and the inevitable power-to-weight tradeoff of flying things.
Learn about the important characteristics, benefits, and applications of differential signaling, as well as the proper…
Learn about the important characteristics, benefits, and applications of differential signaling, as well as the proper layout techniques for differential signals.
When you have multiple LEDs with a common anode or common cathode, can you use just one current-limiting resistor?…
When you have multiple LEDs with a common anode or common cathode, can you use just one current-limiting resistor? Let’s take a look.
With powerline adapters becoming more popular, it's about time one of these was taken apart! In this teardown, we will…
With powerline adapters becoming more popular, it's about time one of these was taken apart! In this teardown, we will look inside a TP link powerline adaptor to see what makes this thing tick!
STElectronic (Singapore Technology) is developing a system to replace the current travel card system used in the Mass…
STElectronic (Singapore Technology) is developing a system to replace the current travel card system used in the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT). But there is concern about the use of such a system and the potential implications of Big Brother tracking your every step.
Researchers at the National Institute of Informatics are closing in on a solution to keep computers cool by submerging…
Researchers at the National Institute of Informatics are closing in on a solution to keep computers cool by submerging them under water.
CD drives are standard these days, but who remembers our old friend the floppy drive?
CD drives are standard these days, but who remembers our old friend the floppy drive?
Pulse oximeters estimate the percentage of oxygen-saturated hemoglobin. This teardown looks inside a portable finger-type…
Pulse oximeters estimate the percentage of oxygen-saturated hemoglobin. This teardown looks inside a portable finger-type pulse-oximeter.
Researchers at Stanford have developed a computer that can solve specific problems using magnetic fields and lasers.
Researchers at Stanford have developed a computer that can solve specific problems using magnetic fields and lasers.
This article uses examples to explain the technique of source transformation.
This article uses examples to explain the technique of source transformation.
The Amazon Echo Dot v2 is out. Here's a look inside.
The Amazon Echo Dot v2 is out. Here's a look inside.
Wireless Power Transfer holds the promise of freeing us from the tyranny of power cords. This technology is being…
Wireless Power Transfer holds the promise of freeing us from the tyranny of power cords. This technology is being incorporated into all kinds of devices and systems.
Instead of dispatching aircraft with human pilots, NASA employed drones to investigate Hurricane Matthew.
Instead of dispatching aircraft with human pilots, NASA employed drones to investigate Hurricane Matthew.
Researchers at Rice University believe that a special atom-thick born structure called borophene may be a better…
Researchers at Rice University believe that a special atom-thick born structure called borophene may be a better alternative to graphene for flexible electronics.
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