As 2021 comes to a close, STMicroelectronics, GaN Systems, and EPC push through final gallium nitride (GaN) based products. Could 2022 usher in even more GaN innovations?
As 2021 comes to a close, STMicroelectronics, GaN Systems, and EPC push through final gallium nitride (GaN) based products. Could 2022 usher in even more GaN innovations?
This article outlines the principles of operation of optical sensors, optical sensor types, considerations for optical…
This article outlines the principles of operation of optical sensors, optical sensor types, considerations for optical sensor selection, and key applications.
InGaN may be a forerunning substrate for up-and-coming LED technology. Now, researchers are devising native red LEDs and…
InGaN may be a forerunning substrate for up-and-coming LED technology. Now, researchers are devising native red LEDs and bridging the "green gap."
Built for wearable devices, the new UV-detection chip can help users monitor their exposure to the most harmful type of…
Built for wearable devices, the new UV-detection chip can help users monitor their exposure to the most harmful type of radiation: UV-A.
Augmented reality technology has been a focus for all sorts of technology, but what about its use in heads-up displays…
Augmented reality technology has been a focus for all sorts of technology, but what about its use in heads-up displays for vehicles? What are the challenges and who are innovating in this space?
Foldable phones are becoming the next "big" thing; but, what is this trend in flexible electronics? What are the…
Foldable phones are becoming the next "big" thing; but, what is this trend in flexible electronics? What are the challenges? How are Samsung and LG, along with researchers, pushing this trend to reality?
As the world becomes more and more connected, hardware security is essential. Recently, the "Glowworm" attack shows a new…
As the world becomes more and more connected, hardware security is essential. Recently, the "Glowworm" attack shows a new and simple crack in security.
Today, Samsung announced its first ISOCELL image sensor designed for the automotive space.
Today, Samsung announced its first ISOCELL image sensor designed for the automotive space.
Rice University is tackling bioimplants by using magnetics. With DARPA's support on two out of three projects, what could…
Rice University is tackling bioimplants by using magnetics. With DARPA's support on two out of three projects, what could the future of bioimplants look like?
AMOLED foldable displays are at the forefront of mobile development; however, designers are asking, what’s new in…
AMOLED foldable displays are at the forefront of mobile development; however, designers are asking, what’s new in µLEDs technology?
In this article, learn about the heterogeneous graphics pipeline of the i.MX RT1170 MCU and its three main graphics…
In this article, learn about the heterogeneous graphics pipeline of the i.MX RT1170 MCU and its three main graphics acceleration engines.
This article discusses some concepts for ensuring motion detector designs will be robust to external disturbances by…
This article discusses some concepts for ensuring motion detector designs will be robust to external disturbances by presenting an infrared detector assembly that can significantly reduce the parts count and improve product performance and reliability.
Coherent is stirring up a major bidding war reaching over $6.4 billion as companies clamor for the photonics leader.
Coherent is stirring up a major bidding war reaching over $6.4 billion as companies clamor for the photonics leader.
As more engineering teams look to incorporate e-paper displays into their products, proper evaluation tools can help…
As more engineering teams look to incorporate e-paper displays into their products, proper evaluation tools can help designers cut power and boost memory.
This article continues our introductory discussion of light-sensitive components that produce higher output-current…
This article continues our introductory discussion of light-sensitive components that produce higher output-current amplitude than photodiodes.
In this series of articles, we’ll explore higher-output-current alternatives to photodiodes.
In this series of articles, we’ll explore higher-output-current alternatives to photodiodes.
Since the initial hype of Google Glass has died down in recent years, many AR companies have used the CES stage to…
Since the initial hype of Google Glass has died down in recent years, many AR companies have used the CES stage to resurge excitement in AR smart glasses. Here are the latest advancements from CES 2021.
Coining the term "fiber optics" in 1955, physicist Narinder S. Kapany conducted research that had resounding effects…
Coining the term "fiber optics" in 1955, physicist Narinder S. Kapany conducted research that had resounding effects across multiple disciplines, including electrical engineering.
In this final part of the Glass Cockpit series, we look at how displays have reached their current iteration in Space X shuttles.
In this final part of the Glass Cockpit series, we look at how displays have reached their current iteration in Space X shuttles.
Learn about real-world display technology design in aerospace applications in a legendary example—the F/A-18 Super…
Learn about real-world display technology design in aerospace applications in a legendary example—the F/A-18 Super Hornet—from an engineer who's flown them.