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Graphene is a unique form of carbon, consisting of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a neat honeycomb pattern. Recently, researchers at Florida State University discovered that twisting and layering graphene can change its ability…

5G wireless communication services leverage millimeter-wave (mmW) frequencies in the 24 GHz to 71 GHz range (frequency range 2, or FR2). Beyond 5G and 6G services could offer ultra-fast connectivity exceeding 100 Gbit/s in the next decade.…

Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) and IFP Energies Nouvelles (IFPEN) have developed a cutting-edge 800 VDC inverter, demonstrating the powerful potential of GaN technology for high-efficiency applications like electric vehicles (EVs). This…

Microchip Technology has launched its IGBT 7 power device portfolio, specifically designed to meet the demands of modern applications in sustainability, e-mobility, and data centers. As industries push for more efficient and compact…

TU Wien in Vienna has unveiled a robot that does more than follow set commands—it learns by watching humans. Show it how to clean a sink, and this robot picks up the moves, adapting its technique to various shapes and surfaces. It’s a huge…

AI training consumes substantial energy, and up to 30% of it is wasted due to inefficient processing. Much of this waste occurs when large tasks are split across multiple GPUs (specialized processors). Since AI models today are too large…

Recently, we chatted with Adrian Mikolajczak, Vice President at the Silicon Valley Innovation Center for Infineon Technologies, to learn more about Infineon Technologies' role in fostering innovation through collaboration at their annual…

Thermoelectric coolers (TECs) provide a compact, efficient alternative to traditional cooling systems like compressor-based chillers and fan assemblies. Unlike conventional systems, TECs use a unique, versatile heat pump transfer process.…

In this video, we break down everything you need to know about FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays). Learn how these versatile integrated circuits can be programmed to handle complex tasks and why they’re a game-changer in industries like…

In a major industry shakeup, Arm has terminated Qualcomm’s license to use its architectural intellectual property, threatening Qualcomm's ability to manufacture its Snapdragon chips. The Snapdragon processors power a significant portion of…

PEI-Genesis has broadened its RF product portfolio through its ongoing partnership with Times Microwave Systems, a part of Amphenol. The expansion means that PEI-Genesis will now offer LMR® connectors, cables, and accessories globally.…

https://youtu.be/2vqo7aIhK4c In this episode of Improvised Engineering, John Gabay walks you through the process of building a DIY coil winder with an accumulator to track your windings. This project is perfect for inductors,…

As engineers, we are often tasked with cutting costs wherever possible. But in our quest to save every tenth of a cent from the bill of materials, we sometimes make sacrifices in the wrong places. Circuit protection is one of those places…

In this video, Jon Gabay demonstrates how to use a standard rectifier diode, such as a 1N4004, as a thermal limit switch. This can be a useful improvised solution when a thermal cutoff sensor fails, for example on a space mission's…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofKyw7f2qmU A New Frontier in Wearable Tech? In an exciting development, Pragmatic Semiconductor has unveiled the Flex-RV, a bendable 32-bit microprocessor based on the RISC-V architecture. Unlike…