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

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

DLR’s Robotic and Mechatronics Centre — part of the German Aerospace Center, which oversees the country’s space…

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.

Sometimes pennies saved in the design and manufacturing process can cost dollars later. This article visits the hidden…

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

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

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

Google’s AutoML system, first announced in May 2017, has demonstrated the ability to replicate and produce other…

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.

Amazon was granted US patent number 9,778,653 on Oct. 3 titled "Systems, Devices and Methods Delivering Energy Using an…

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Researchers at the University of Washington have designed a 'skin' sensor to give robots and prosthetics more sensitivity…

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

The next-generation voice-controlled HMIs are employing audio-optimized architectures and powerful algorithms to ensure…

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

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

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

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

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

From LCDs to Siri, if a new device hits the market, there's a good chance automotive companies will try to integrate its…

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.

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

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

Could this be the chip that brings contactless payment in wearables to the forefront? This News Brief takes a look at the…

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.

Small batteries increase the need for low power use, efficient design. In this News Brief, we take a look at the…

Small batteries increase the need for low power use, efficient design. In this News Brief, we take a look at the STSPIN32F0A programmable motor controller from ST Micro.

Learn about the man who helped Nikola Tesla propel the adoption of the AC electrical grid in the United States.

Learn about the man who helped Nikola Tesla propel the adoption of the AC electrical grid in the United States.

Learn about the industry-adopted IPC standards that govern every step related to the design, assembly, inspection,…

Learn about the industry-adopted IPC standards that govern every step related to the design, assembly, inspection, testing, and documentation of printed circuit boards (PCBs).