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April 29
- JOB: Vehicle Electrical System & Hardware Engineer At Tenneco In Hosur
- JOB: Senior Market Intelligence Analyst At Tata Electronics In Mumbai
- JOB: Founding Engineer (Hardware) At Arctus Aerospace In Bengaluru
- JOB: Embedded Engr II At Honeywell In Bengaluru
- High-Frequency Vector Signal Generation
➀ Siglent Technologies launched the SSG6082A-V Vector Signal Generator, offering a frequency range of 9 kHz to 8 GHz with support for advanced modulation formats like 5G NR, WLAN, and Bluetooth;
➁ It features real-time IQ baseband generation, MIMO testing, web-based remote control, and high-purity signals with phase noise <–132 dBc/Hz and amplitude accuracy ≤0.7 dB;
➂ Designed for R&D, production, and education, the device integrates tools for signal-to-noise testing, waveform sequencing, and power measurement.
- 600W Solar Power Optimizer Reference Design
➀ Texas Instruments' TIDA-010949 is a 600W solar power optimizer with GaN technology, supporting up to 80V/18A input/output;
➁ Features a configurable buck-boost converter, >99% efficiency, and integrated PLC/wireless communication via C2000 MCU;
➂ Includes bypass circuitry, MPPT algorithm, and compact design for solar optimizers/rapid shutdown systems.
- New Chip Checks Cooling For Stacked Electronics
➀ MIT Lincoln Laboratory developed a specialized chip to test cooling solutions for 3D-stacked microelectronics, addressing overheating challenges in high-power density systems.
➁ The chip generates heat (up to kilowatts/cm²) to mimic real chip behavior and measures temperature changes through embedded "tiny thermometers," enabling precise cooling efficiency evaluation.
➂ It replicates both distributed heat and localized hot spots in 3D stacks, helping researchers optimize thermal management for buried layers and validate methods like liquid microchannel cooling.
April 28
- When Tiny Tech Meets Tiny Creatures In The Lab
➀ Emerging technologies like VR, AI, and IoT are transforming lab mouse research, enabling precise behavioral studies and ethical advancements;
➁ Northwestern University developed iMRSIV, a compact VR headset for mice, enhancing neuroscience research efficiency;
➂ AI-powered pain detection and IoT-enabled transport systems aim to reduce animal stress and improve research reliability.
- JOB: Lead Design Engineer At Cadence In Bengaluru and Hyderabad
- JOB: SCADA/ HMI Design Engineer At Hitachi In Chennai
- JOB: PCB Design Engineer At Aether Semiconductors In Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar
- JOB: Embedded Systems Engineer At Astrogate Labs In Bengaluru
- JOB: FPGA Design Engineer At Astrogate Labs In Bengaluru
- JOB: Power Electronics Hardware Engineer At General Electric In Chennai
- JOB: R&D/Product DVL Engineer II – PCB Design Engineer At TE Connectivity In Bengaluru
- Helping Robots Focus And Lend A Hand
➀ MIT developed a "Relevance" system to help robots prioritize tasks using audio-visual inputs and predict human intentions for efficient assistance;
➁ The system achieved 90% goal prediction accuracy and 96% correct object selection in breakfast scenario testing, with 60% fewer safety incidents;
➂ Inspired by human brain's RAS mechanism, the robot dynamically switches between observation mode and active assistance mode based on environmental context recognition.
April 25
- JOB: Technical Support Intern (Embedded & IoT Products) At TIF Labs Pvt Ltd In Bengaluru
- JOB: Systems Design Engineer At Sandisk In Bengaluru
- JOB: Electronic Hardware, Staff Test Engineer At Schneider Electric In Bengaluru
- DigiTech ASEAN Thailand Returns This November As Demands For Digital And AI-Driven Solutions Grow
➀ DigiTech ASEAN Thailand & AI Connect 2025 will take place from November 19th to 21st, 2025 in Bangkok, Thailand, following a successful edition in 2024.
➁ The event aims to connect global tech and digital markets, focusing on six key sectors including AI, IoT, cybersecurity, and smart solutions.
➂ Thailand's digital economy is projected to grow significantly, with strong government support and increasing demand for digital tools and solutions.
- World’s Smallest Open-Source LoRa + GPS Module for Wearables and IoT (Only 3cm!)
➀ This article introduces a world's smallest open-source LoRa + GPS module designed specifically for wearables and IoT applications, measuring only 3 cm in diameter.
➁ The module combines the Quectel L86-M33 GPS chip for precise tracking and the Ai-Thinker RA-02 LoRa module for long-range communication in a compact form factor.
➂ The design is fully open-source, allowing users to modify and utilize the module for personal or commercial projects without restrictions, with additional free usage when paired with the IndusBoardCoin.
- Power Factor Correction Reference Design
➀ This article introduces a reference design from Texas Instruments (TI) for controlling Vienna rectifiers in high-power systems. It includes tools for control, monitoring, and faster development.
➁ The design is based on the TIDA-010257 reference design, which demonstrates a method to control the power stage using the C2000 microcontroller (MCU). It also provides a graphical user interface (GUI) for monitoring and controlling the Vienna rectifier.
➂ The design is suitable for various high-power applications, including air conditioner outdoor units, heat pumps, EV charging infrastructure, telecom rectifiers, and factory automation and control systems.
- Safe Flux Removers For Electronics
➀ Etimol DFX 82 RAN and Etimol DFX 83 RSN are two innovative flux removers introduced by Emil Otto, which have been tested and approved by leading electronics manufacturers.
➁ Both cleaners are non-hazardous, with high flash points, making them suitable for use in both automated and manual systems while ensuring occupational safety.
➂ Etimol DFX 82 RAN is solvent- and water-based, whereas Etimol DFX 83 RSN is solvent-only based, both formulated to effectively clean flux and paste residues.
- Cold Sintering Solves Battery Challenge
➀ Researchers at Penn State have developed a novel solid-state electrolyte (SSE) using cold sintering, which enables safer and higher performance solid-state batteries.
➁ The newly developed ceramic-polymer composite SSE combines the stability of ceramic LATP with the conductivity of poly-ionic liquid gel (PILG), reducing ion transport obstacles.
➂ This breakthrough could transform energy storage across various industries, including smartphones and electric vehicles, with potential further applications in semiconductor manufacturing and ceramics processing.
- Next-Gen Torque And Angle Sensor
➀ Sensor Technology Ltd has released the SGR523, a next-generation digital rotary torque sensor with high-resolution angular measurement, enhancing precision in industries requiring torque and angle monitoring.
➁ The SGR523 features non-contact strain gauge technology, offering high accuracy (±0.1%), real-time feedback, and support for bi-directional angle tracking, ideal for applications like robotic platforms and automated machinery.
➂ Key specifications include a torque range of 175 mNm to 20 Nm, up to 10,000 pulses per revolution, and compatibility with advanced monitoring software, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments.
April 24
- Nuclear Power: The Future To Satisfy Energy-Hungry Data Centres
➀ Data centres, driven by AI and cloud computing, are energy-intensive and face an environmental challenge due to their high power consumption.
➁ Current solutions like renewable energy and advanced cooling systems are insufficient to meet the growing demand for data processing and storage.
➂ Nuclear power is proposed as a potential solution for powering data centres, offering sustainable energy with benefits such as high energy density and low emissions, though challenges like safety concerns and high costs remain.
- JOB: PCB Design Engineer At Presage Insights In Noida
- JOB: PMIC System HW-Validation Engineer, Senior At Qualcomm In Bengaluru
- JOB: R&D Software Engineer (C++/DS/Algorithm) At Siemens In Kolkata
- JOB: Application Engr I At Honeywell In Pune