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Researchers at the University of Birmingham have developed a way of shrinking the devices used in quantum sensing systems.

Researchers at the University of Birmingham have developed a way of shrinking the devices used in quantum sensing systems.

CMOS imaging loses 75% of incident light. Quantum imaging retains up to 95% of its light. And that's only the start.

CMOS imaging loses 75% of incident light. Quantum imaging retains up to 95% of its light. And that's only the start.

When used as a semiconductor, the newfound diode laser made of germanium and tin significantly improves on-chip photonics…

When used as a semiconductor, the newfound diode laser made of germanium and tin significantly improves on-chip photonics and nano-electronics.

The 60 volt ZXTP56060FDBQ and the 20 volt ZXTP56020FDBQ are automotive-grade dual bipolar junction transistors (BJTs),…

The 60 volt ZXTP56060FDBQ and the 20 volt ZXTP56020FDBQ are automotive-grade dual bipolar junction transistors (BJTs), each rated at 2 amps.

These new devices are forging innovation in image sensor technology—speeding up industrial equipment, doubling up on…

These new devices are forging innovation in image sensor technology—speeding up industrial equipment, doubling up on pixels, and capturing both visible and invisible light.

Reopening businesses are honing in on social distancing. Time-of-flight proximity sensors may be the answer to…

Reopening businesses are honing in on social distancing. Time-of-flight proximity sensors may be the answer to cost-effective, easy-to-integrate designs for such use cases.

Optical sensors have made it big in the medical device industry. And with wearables taking on increasing roles for health…

Optical sensors have made it big in the medical device industry. And with wearables taking on increasing roles for health monitoring, size is paramount.

Distracted and drowsy driving is one of the leading causes of traffic-related deaths in the U.S. Here's an inside look at…

Distracted and drowsy driving is one of the leading causes of traffic-related deaths in the U.S. Here's an inside look at the technology that can put a stop to it.

What does IMERAI’s new sensor have in common with bats, dolphins, and whales? Echolocation.

What does IMERAI’s new sensor have in common with bats, dolphins, and whales? Echolocation.

LiDAR technology in archeology has developed distinctly from LiDAR in ADAS. The most recent find? An ancient Mayan…

LiDAR technology in archeology has developed distinctly from LiDAR in ADAS. The most recent find? An ancient Mayan ceremonial site.

Researchers at Cornell University have mass-produced tiny energy-harvesting sensors, 30,000 of which can fit on one side…

Researchers at Cornell University have mass-produced tiny energy-harvesting sensors, 30,000 of which can fit on one side of a penny.

Researchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), an institute in Switzerland, created a process…

Researchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL), an institute in Switzerland, created a process that uses deep ultraviolet stepper lithography that outperforms current nanofabrication techniques.

What are the origins of visual SLAM? and what are some other applications for this technology beyond floor cleaning? 

What are the origins of visual SLAM? and what are some other applications for this technology beyond floor cleaning? 

Can you imagine a world in which heat wasn't an issue when designing with silicon data chips?

Can you imagine a world in which heat wasn't an issue when designing with silicon data chips?

Maybe you've heard of perovskite for solar cells. But what about perovskite LEDs? Can a team of researchers make them a…

Maybe you've heard of perovskite for solar cells. But what about perovskite LEDs? Can a team of researchers make them a viable alternative to organic LEDs or quantum-dot LEDs?

With Samsung and LG closing production on LCDs, the two display leaders turn their sights on two newer technologies:…

With Samsung and LG closing production on LCDs, the two display leaders turn their sights on two newer technologies: quantum dots and OLEDs.

In this article, we will look at a retina-inspired photonic synapse that may further develop sensory AI systems.

In this article, we will look at a retina-inspired photonic synapse that may further develop sensory AI systems.

Let’s take a look at the 2JCIE-EV, which comes with sample code and supports a wide variety of sensing applications.

Let’s take a look at the 2JCIE-EV, which comes with sample code and supports a wide variety of sensing applications.

LiDAR has been a staple sensing technology in the development of autonomous vehicles. What's new in automotive LiDAR sensors?

LiDAR has been a staple sensing technology in the development of autonomous vehicles. What's new in automotive LiDAR sensors?