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Assembly vs. C: Why Learn Assembly?

Assembly vs. C: Why Learn Assembly?

This article discusses two programming languages, namely, C and Assembly, and presents the need to know Assembly language for programming embedded systems.


TT Electronics Reflective Optical Sensor | Tech Specs

TT Electronics Reflective Optical Sensor | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Sep 13, 2019 by TTI, Inc
Where KNX Stands in Building Automation Designs

Where KNX Stands in Building Automation Designs

The wired Fieldbus connectivity standard is getting a foothold in the IoT world by facilitating smart building solutions for lighting, HVAC, access control, and fire safety.


News Sep 12, 2019 by Majeed Ahmad
IIoT Throwdown: BehrTech Pits Its MYTHINGS Technology Against LoRa for Industrial Applications

IIoT Throwdown: BehrTech Pits Its MYTHINGS Technology Against LoRa for Industrial Applications

A researcher has tested two competing IoT technologies, MYTHINGS and LoRa, against each other to see which one is more reliable. How did they do?


News Sep 11, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
Silicon Labs Debuts Si834x Family of Isolated Smart Switches for Industrial Applications

Silicon Labs Debuts Si834x Family of Isolated Smart Switches for Industrial Applications

The new SiLabs units aim at the PLCs, relay drivers, and servo motor controllers employed in industrial automation.


News Aug 30, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Industrial Robotics Roundup: Articulated vs. SCARA vs. Cartesian Robots

Industrial Robotics Roundup: Articulated vs. SCARA vs. Cartesian Robots

From the typical pick-and-place down to the high-precision cobots, industrial robotics are changing rapidly.


News Aug 26, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Special Topics in Schematic Capture

Special Topics in Schematic Capture

Learn about heterogeneous and homogenous buses, special IC packages, and more!


Error Checking Schematics

Error Checking Schematics

This article presents tools and practices in reducing errors in your schematics.


TT Electronics 7mm Spot Diameter LED | Tech Specs

TT Electronics 7mm Spot Diameter LED | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Aug 20, 2019 by TTI, Inc
MagnaChip Announces Its 0.35 Micron, 700V Process Technology

MagnaChip Announces Its 0.35 Micron, 700V Process Technology

The new ultra-high-voltage technology aims to reduce the size of MagnaChip's UHV nLDMOS devices by 30%.


News Aug 13, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
High-Voltage Converter from STMicroelectronics Incorporates 1050 V MOSFET

High-Voltage Converter from STMicroelectronics Incorporates 1050 V MOSFET

For when low power has to be efficiently sourced from a high voltage line.


News Aug 01, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Harwin M300 Power Connectors | Tech Specs

Harwin M300 Power Connectors | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


new products Aug 01, 2019 by TTI, Inc
Introduction to Electric Vehicle Battery Systems

Introduction to Electric Vehicle Battery Systems

Electric vehicle design is a complex concept. Here's a look at the heart of every EV: the battery.


Maxim Integrated’s Newest Clinical-Grade Sensors Claim High Accuracy and Low Power for Wearables

Maxim Integrated’s Newest Clinical-Grade Sensors Claim High Accuracy and Low Power for Wearables

Maxim claims their newest temperature sensor and heart-rate monitor are "lowest-power" with clinical-grade accuracy.


News Jul 30, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
3D Printing Electronic Components? Nano Dimension Releases DragonFly LDM Manufacturing Platform

3D Printing Electronic Components? Nano Dimension Releases DragonFly LDM Manufacturing Platform

DragonFly LDM extends the scope of 3D printing to the unattended, low-volume manufacturing of electronic circuitry.


News Jul 29, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Texas Instruments SimpleLink Wi-Fi Network Processor | Featured Product Spotlight

Texas Instruments SimpleLink Wi-Fi Network Processor | Featured Product Spotlight

This processor makes it easy to connect any MCU to the internet with low power performance.


Molex SlimStack | Tech Specs

Molex SlimStack | Tech Specs

These low-profile, narrow width connectors are ideal for a range of applications.


new products Jul 25, 2019 by TTI, Inc
Molex MultiCat Mid-Power Connectors | New Product Brief

Molex MultiCat Mid-Power Connectors | New Product Brief

These lightweight and compact connectors are ideal for wire-to-wire and wire-to-board applications.


TE Connectivity RJ45 w/PoE | Tech Specs

TE Connectivity RJ45 w/PoE | Tech Specs

These Industrial Ethernet Jacks with Integrated Magnetics and PoE make design work easier.


new products Jul 23, 2019 by TTI, Inc
Bio-Inspired Wearable Fabric Sensor Takes Notes from Octopus Suckers

Bio-Inspired Wearable Fabric Sensor Takes Notes from Octopus Suckers

Researchers from a Korean university have studied octopus to learn how to make better stick-on wearable sensors.


News Jul 19, 2019 by Nidia Trejo