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Microsoft and Qualcomm Aim to Remedy Fragmented Computing Ecosystem

Microsoft and Qualcomm Aim to Remedy Fragmented Computing Ecosystem

With a new development kit on the horizon, Microsoft and Qualcomm intend to help developers envision many different AI scenarios.


News May 27, 2022 by Jake Hertz
“World’s Smallest LBS Display” Could Lead to More Comfortable AR Headsets

“World’s Smallest LBS Display” Could Lead to More Comfortable AR Headsets

TriLite and Dispelix teamed up for a new, ultra-compact projection display aimed at augmented reality (AR) headsets.


News May 26, 2022 by Jake Hertz
Optical Computing Research: One Device, Five Logic Gate Operations

Optical Computing Research: One Device, Five Logic Gate Operations

Researchers recently developed a multifunctional logic gate device that promises speed and performance at low energy for data processing.


News May 26, 2022 by Ikimi .O
Cognifiber Introduces Glass-based Photonic Chip for Edge Computing

Cognifiber Introduces Glass-based Photonic Chip for Edge Computing

In an interview with Israel-based Cognifiber, All About Circuits learned of a new glass-based chip that could meet the mounting demands of edge computing.


News May 25, 2022 by Ingrid Fadelli
Intel Beats the Data Center Heat With Open IP Immersion Liquid Cooling

Intel Beats the Data Center Heat With Open IP Immersion Liquid Cooling

Intel is aiming at a more sustainable data center with new investments and the industry’s first immersion cooling reference design.


News May 24, 2022 by Jake Hertz
How Spin-transfer Torque MRAMs May Simplify Embedded Systems

How Spin-transfer Torque MRAMs May Simplify Embedded Systems

New magneto-resistive RAMs are said to simplify embedded designs by eliminating the need for batteries or capacitors.


News May 23, 2022 by Darshil Patel
MIT’s Fuel Cell Technology Harvests Energy from Glucose

MIT’s Fuel Cell Technology Harvests Energy from Glucose

Researchers have developed a fuel cell that can convert glucose into electricity. The goal: powering medical implants from within.


News May 23, 2022 by Arjun Nijhawan
Power Component Innovations Enrich Supply Designs

Power Component Innovations Enrich Supply Designs

Power supply design is a challenging task. Feeding those needs, a handful of power component companies recently rolled out devices that aim to boost the performance and efficiency of power supplies.


New Sensor Harnesses Energy From Movement for Human-machine Interfaces

New Sensor Harnesses Energy From Movement for Human-machine Interfaces

Solar, thermal, and wind are common sources of energy harvesting. Now, a triboelectric tactile sensor draws energy from movement to power wearables.


Can AI Tools in the Cloud Improve Semiconductor Manufacturing?

Can AI Tools in the Cloud Improve Semiconductor Manufacturing?

Google Cloud’s newest solutions are geared to improve productivity, yield, and ROI in semiconductor fabs.


News May 20, 2022 by Jake Hertz
“Quantum Radio” Trials Help Push for More Sensitive RF Hardware

“Quantum Radio” Trials Help Push for More Sensitive RF Hardware

Researcher's from the British Telecommunications (BT) Group are leveraging a new technique in RF radio-receiving that could lead to exponentially more sensitive RF hardware.


News May 19, 2022 by Jake Hertz
Salience Labs Marries Photonics and Electronics in AI Processor

Salience Labs Marries Photonics and Electronics in AI Processor

Oxford-based startup Salience Labs is rethinking multi-chip processors, combining the merits of photonics and electronics on a single chip.


News May 19, 2022 by Ikimi .O
Bob Pease—the “Czar of Bandgaps” and His Analog Design Legacy

Bob Pease—the “Czar of Bandgaps” and His Analog Design Legacy

The field of analog design was propelled into the future thanks to inspiring, intelligent, and sometimes quirky leaders. One pioneer leading the pack was Bob Pease.


News May 18, 2022 by Jake Hertz
Join AAC’s Sister Site—Control.com—at Its First Ever Control Automation Day

Join AAC’s Sister Site—Control.com—at Its First Ever Control Automation Day

Held on June 21st, Control Automation Day 2022 will zero in on PLC systems and be packed with keynote addresses, educational live sessions, and exciting giveaways from your favorite manufacturers.


News May 18, 2022 by Kimber Wymore
MEMS Microspeakers Make a Loud Statement Moving Into 2022 and Beyond

MEMS Microspeakers Make a Loud Statement Moving Into 2022 and Beyond

While balanced armature speakers have been a leading technology in true wireless earbuds, MEMS microspeakers are beginning to peak in popularity.


News May 17, 2022 by Jake Hertz
AMD SOM Kit Propels Robotics Beyond Custom Designs

AMD SOM Kit Propels Robotics Beyond Custom Designs

Keen to free industrial robotics from the burdens of custom design, AMD has launched a SOM-based starter kit that puts ROS 2 and predefined interface apps into play.


News May 17, 2022 by Jeff Child
GaN-on-Silicon for RF Applications? ST and MACOM Claim Success

GaN-on-Silicon for RF Applications? ST and MACOM Claim Success

STMicroelectronics and MACOM announced the successful production of RF GaN-on-Silicon technology, hoping to solve GaN production challenges for RF components.


News May 16, 2022 by Jake Hertz
Researchers Seek Out “Fastest Ever Logic Gates” Via Lasers

Researchers Seek Out “Fastest Ever Logic Gates” Via Lasers

Reaching for faster compute speeds and bringing lightwave electronics mainstream, researchers from the University of Rochester have created lightwave-based logic gates.


News May 16, 2022 by Jake Hertz
Alternative Energy Harvesting Techniques Emerge for Sensor Networks

Alternative Energy Harvesting Techniques Emerge for Sensor Networks

Wireless sensor networks need energy harvesting to replace battery power. Researchers are coming up with innovative ways to get energy from alternative sources—even human sweat.


News May 14, 2022 by Darshil Patel
Researchers Collab With Intel, Google on “Energy Processing Unit”

Researchers Collab With Intel, Google on “Energy Processing Unit”

Data centers use 90 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity a year. Now, a new unit can deliver more power to servers—without sacrificing speed or efficiency.


News May 13, 2022 by Arjun Nijhawan