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Two New Cyber Acts in the USA Address IoT Security

Two New Cyber Acts in the USA Address IoT Security

Lawmakers in the U.S. government appear to be taking more of an interest in IoT security. It’s a topic of concern for the cybersecurity community, as increasingly more devices are connected to the internet, many with potentially invasive sensors and cameras. Many of these devices are operated by non-tech-savvy users who may not know how to maintain their own device security.


News Nov 08, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Apple’s iPhone 6s

Teardown Tuesday: Apple’s iPhone 6s

In this teardown, we rip into an Apple iPhone 6s, and I’m super excited to see the guts of this ultra-high-tech device.


News Nov 07, 2017 by Nick Davis
Smart Home Security Raises Questions as New Products Enter Marketplace

Smart Home Security Raises Questions as New Products Enter Marketplace

Amazon’s recent announcement has consumers wondering exactly how safe their smart homes are.


MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

MEMS and Sensor Show Calls for Configurable, Contextual Systems

More natural and immersive user interfaces will allow sensors to cater to a myriad of new applications.


News Nov 06, 2017 by Majeed Ahmad
Advanced Sensor Solutions Increase Cost Effectiveness for Energy Harvesting

Advanced Sensor Solutions Increase Cost Effectiveness for Energy Harvesting

ams introduces a sensor solution for IoT applications operating under harsh conditions.


DLR Lab Builds on Future Robotic Space Capabilities with SUPVIS Justin Humanoid Robot

DLR Lab Builds on Future Robotic Space Capabilities with SUPVIS Justin Humanoid Robot

DLR’s Robotic and Mechatronics Centre — part of the German Aerospace Center, which oversees the country’s space program — recently conducted successful trials of its SUPVIS Justin humanoid robot.


News Nov 04, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Penny Wise and Pound Foolish: One Man’s Experience with the Hidden Cost of Cheap Parts

Penny Wise and Pound Foolish: One Man’s Experience with the Hidden Cost of Cheap Parts

Sometimes pennies saved in the design and manufacturing process can cost dollars later. This article visits the hidden costs of sourcing cheap components.


News Nov 03, 2017 by Mark Hughes
AI Enables Shark Spotting Drones to Patrol Australia’s Beaches

AI Enables Shark Spotting Drones to Patrol Australia’s Beaches

AI-enabled drones hope to improve swimmer safety at places where shark attack numbers remain high.


Google’s Auto ML Can Replicate Next-Gen ML Software More Capable Than Human-Made Systems

Google’s Auto ML Can Replicate Next-Gen ML Software More Capable Than Human-Made Systems

Google’s AutoML system, first announced in May 2017, has demonstrated the ability to replicate and produce other machine learning systems that are more powerful and efficient than the best human-designed machine learning systems that currently exist.


News Nov 01, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Backup Power: Amazon Granted Patent to Charge Electric Vehicles on the Move Using UAVs

Backup Power: Amazon Granted Patent to Charge Electric Vehicles on the Move Using UAVs

Amazon was granted US patent number 9,778,653 on Oct. 3 titled "Systems, Devices and Methods Delivering Energy Using an Uncrewed Autonomous Vehicle". The abstract of the patent describes a system which is capable of a rendez-vous with a moving vehicle to provide additional power on the go—an interesting and exciting blend of two of the tech industry’s fastest growing domains.


News Oct 31, 2017 by Chantelle Dubois
Teardown Tuesday: Amazon Fire TV

Teardown Tuesday: Amazon Fire TV

In this Teardown Tuesday, we are going to take a look at the insides of an Amazon Fire TV.


News Oct 31, 2017 by Alex Udanis
Molex’s New Hand Crimping Tool Complies with IPC Standards

Molex’s New Hand Crimping Tool Complies with IPC Standards

The correct crimping tool can make a world of difference—just ask assembly technicians.


News Oct 30, 2017 by Nick Davis
Always-on Voice Technology Raises Privacy Concerns

Always-on Voice Technology Raises Privacy Concerns

New technologies positively advertise constant microphone monitoring--but is it what consumers want?


Can This Skin Sensor Give Robotics and Prosthetics a Delicate Touch?

Can This Skin Sensor Give Robotics and Prosthetics a Delicate Touch?

Researchers at the University of Washington have designed a 'skin' sensor to give robots and prosthetics more sensitivity for precision tasks.


News Oct 28, 2017 by Tim Youngblood
HMI Growing Beyond Touchscreen to Accommodate New Markets with Voice Recognition

HMI Growing Beyond Touchscreen to Accommodate New Markets with Voice Recognition

The next-generation voice-controlled HMIs are employing audio-optimized architectures and powerful algorithms to ensure speaker authentication and contextual awareness.


News Oct 27, 2017 by Majeed Ahmad
The Growing Need for Precision and High-Speed Control in Robotics, 3D Printing, and Manufacturing

The Growing Need for Precision and High-Speed Control in Robotics, 3D Printing, and Manufacturing

Toshiba has introduced three new stepper motor drivers that seek to revolutionize the industry.


New Switching DC/DC Regulator from TI Shows Improvements in Regulator Implementation

New Switching DC/DC Regulator from TI Shows Improvements in Regulator Implementation

Switch-mode power supplies, such as the TPS565201 from Texas Instruments, are becoming easier to implement.


News Oct 25, 2017 by Nick Davis
The Automotive Touchscreen Problem: When User Interfaces Become Distractions

The Automotive Touchscreen Problem: When User Interfaces Become Distractions

From LCDs to Siri, if a new device hits the market, there's a good chance automotive companies will try to integrate its functionality into vehicles. But new research points to touchscreens as major source of distracted driving.


Teardown Tuesday: Akai LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller

Teardown Tuesday: Akai LPD8 Laptop Pad Controller

In this teardown, we open up Akai's Laptop Pad Controller and find a refreshing surprise.


News Oct 24, 2017 by Nick Davis
STMicro’s New ST53G System-in-Package Chip Could Add Contactless Payment to Your Smart Watch

STMicro’s New ST53G System-in-Package Chip Could Add Contactless Payment to Your Smart Watch

Could this be the chip that brings contactless payment in wearables to the forefront? This News Brief takes a look at the ST53G SiP (system-in-package) from STMicroelectronics.


News Oct 23, 2017 by Tim Youngblood