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Solar Panels Now in Wildfire Detectors, Greenhouses, and Even Reservoirs

Solar Panels Now in Wildfire Detectors, Greenhouses, and Even Reservoirs

Solar panels are a common feature of thousands of homes. Now, researchers are adapting the technology to power other environmentally-conscious efforts.


News Apr 25, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Latest GaN ICs Crank out More Speed, Efficiency, and Power Density

Latest GaN ICs Crank out More Speed, Efficiency, and Power Density

Leveraging gallium nitride (GaN) technology, the latest batch of power devices boast improved performance, high efficiency, and low design costs.


News Apr 15, 2023 by Abdulwaliy Oyekunle
The State of SiC: A Roundup of SiC Supply Cuts, Booms, and More

The State of SiC: A Roundup of SiC Supply Cuts, Booms, and More

While some companies are scaling back SiC procurement in response to supply chain constraints, others are ramping up manufacturing and even developing SiC-focused simulation software.


News Apr 10, 2023 by Jake Hertz
GaN-based Solutions Emerge To Meet Control and Charging Needs

GaN-based Solutions Emerge To Meet Control and Charging Needs

Aiming to bring the benefits of GaN technology into play, power IC vendors are rolling out new devices for control and automotive charging applications.


News Apr 08, 2023 by Ramsha Jawaid
Women in STEM—A Road Paved With the Firsts of Many Determined Women

Women in STEM—A Road Paved With the Firsts of Many Determined Women

As more women find their way into STEM-related fields, they have these women to thank for helping lay the foundation for future generations.


News Mar 30, 2023 by Kimber Wymore
Making USB Universal: New Devices Aim to Boost USB Charging Power

Making USB Universal: New Devices Aim to Boost USB Charging Power

With the release of the USB PD 3.1 EPR standard, industry leaders are rapidly announcing solutions for more efficient USB power supplies.


News Mar 27, 2023 by Aaron Carman
TI’s Active EMI Filters to Slash Size of Power Supply Designs

TI’s Active EMI Filters to Slash Size of Power Supply Designs

New ICs from Texas Instruments use active filtering to mitigate the impact of switched-mode power supply EMI.


News Mar 22, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Inspired by Zebra Stripes, Researchers Solve Size Constraints of TEGs

Inspired by Zebra Stripes, Researchers Solve Size Constraints of TEGs

Gwangju Institute researchers have developed a thin, lightweight, and flexible TEG that makes use of zebra-like stripes to generate electric energy.


News Mar 15, 2023 by Aaron Carman
Qorvo Debuts Single-chip Management ICs for 20-cell Battery Systems

Qorvo Debuts Single-chip Management ICs for 20-cell Battery Systems

To enable the move from combustion engines to battery power for lawn equipment, e-mobility, and similar designs, Qorvo has released one-chip battery management ICs for 20-cell battery-powered systems.


News Mar 13, 2023 by Jeff Child
Agile Analog Claims Industry First on Customizable 12-bit ADC

Agile Analog Claims Industry First on Customizable 12-bit ADC

Agile Analog has announced a new SAR ADC that is both process agnostic and customizable.


News Mar 03, 2023 by Jake Hertz
PMIC Space Heats up With Design Wins, Acquisitions, and More

PMIC Space Heats up With Design Wins, Acquisitions, and More

Offering compact packaging, BLE functions, and more, today’s power management integrated circuits (PMICs) are meeting the technology needs of a variety of system designs.


News Feb 25, 2023 by Abdulwaliy Oyekunle
Nordic Semi Intros Trio of PMICs Aimed at Wireless Designs

Nordic Semi Intros Trio of PMICs Aimed at Wireless Designs

Offering new chip-scale package (CSP) options and support for higher battery termination voltages, Nordic Semiconductor today has released three new PMICs.


News Feb 15, 2023 by Jeff Child
Driver ICs Focus On High-voltage, High-integration, and More—a Roundup

Driver ICs Focus On High-voltage, High-integration, and More—a Roundup

Driver IC manufacturers are rolling out innovative solutions for targeted applications, addressing the gaps in the power driver industry.


News Feb 04, 2023 by Darshil Patel
Microchip Builds Radiation-tolerant LDO Regulator for LEO Satellites

Microchip Builds Radiation-tolerant LDO Regulator for LEO Satellites

Targeting low-earth orbit satellites, Microchip has released its first radiation-tolerant power device.


News Jan 23, 2023 by Aaron Carman
Menlo Micro Supports Low–power MEMS With High-voltage Driver IC

Menlo Micro Supports Low–power MEMS With High-voltage Driver IC

Created for MEMS applications where high voltages are needed, the company’s new driver IC features an embedded charge pump.


News Jan 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Researchers Point to Printable Semis as Path to Sustainable IoT

Researchers Point to Printable Semis as Path to Sustainable IoT

New research outlines the state of the printable electronics industry and the role it could play in the future of IoT.


News Jan 11, 2023 by Jake Hertz
A New Global Standard for at-a-Distance RF Wireless Charging is Here

A New Global Standard for at-a-Distance RF Wireless Charging is Here

AirFuel RF gives wirelessly powered devices a method of supplying power without creating restrictions on placement.


News Jan 10, 2023 by Aaron Carman
On SpaceX Rocket, Caltech Prototype Tests Way to Beam Solar Power to Earth

On SpaceX Rocket, Caltech Prototype Tests Way to Beam Solar Power to Earth

On SpaceX's recent launch, Caltech sent its Space Solar Power Demonstrator (SSPD) into orbit to harvest solar power in space and transmit it to Earth.


News Jan 06, 2023 by Darshil Patel
TI Rolls Out Two Battery Monitor ICs Aimed at Boosting EV Range

TI Rolls Out Two Battery Monitor ICs Aimed at Boosting EV Range

At CES 2023 this week, Texas Instruments is unveiling a pair of highly accurate EV battery monitoring ICs, which are expected to enable longer ranges for EVs.


News Jan 03, 2023 by Jeff Child
DIY Modular Laptop Runs on Raspberry Pi SBC

DIY Modular Laptop Runs on Raspberry Pi SBC

The crowd funded LapPi 2.0 laptop offering could give the DIY community a new way to learn about personal computers.


News Jan 02, 2023 by Jake Hertz