➀ This article discusses an advertisement placed by Elliott Brothers 64 years ago in Electronics Weekly; ➁ The ad was for transistorized power packs; ➂ The article highlights the historical significance of this ad in the context of electronics and technology development.
Recent #electronics news in the semiconductor industry
➀ ROHM has introduced a new range of N-channel MOSFETs for automotive applications; ➁ The MOSFETs offer low ON-resistance and high reliability; ➂ The company plans to expand the selection with 10 new models and different package types.
➀ Raspberry Pi computers are now officially available in the TME catalogue; ➁ This news is significant for tech enthusiasts and hobbyists; ➂ The availability on TME could lead to increased accessibility for users.
➀ Early Amazon Prime Day deals are available on headphones, OLED TVs, and laptops; ➁ LG 55-inch OLED Evo C4 Smart TV is 34% off; ➂ MSI Raider GE76 Gaming Laptop is 24% off; ➃ Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Headphones are 34% off.
➀ Nitron is highlighted as a company that was a significant player in the semiconductor industry but is often overlooked in Silicon Valley's history; ➁ The company had access to advanced processes such as n-channel, p-channel, CMOS, and MNOS and produced products like EAROMs; ➂ Despite its contributions, Nitron did not gain widespread recognition.
➀ Raspberry Pi computers are now officially available in the TME catalogue; ➁ The range includes a variety of single-board computers, peripherals, and accessories; ➂ The article details the specifications and applications of different Raspberry Pi models and modules.
➀ Panasonic Life Solutions India's Industrial Devices Division unveiled products and solutions for the automotive and industrial sectors at the electronica India exhibition, focusing on cooling systems, sensors, and high-speed communication materials. ➁ The new offerings include a Cooling Fan Motor for Motorcycles & Scooters, a 6-in-1 Sensor for vehicle stability and control, a Cooling Fan for heat dissipation, an Ultrasonic Gas-Flow Measurement Unit, and MEGTRON-8, a Multi-Layer Circuit Board Material. ➂ These solutions aim to meet the evolving needs of India's industrial and automotive industries, enhancing performance, safety, and reliability.
➀ Traco Power's TMPW series is a highly regarded line of multi-purpose power supplies with ultra-compact design. These units handle a wide range of input and output voltages and currents, and offer high efficiency and robust protection features. ➁ The series is now available at TME, catering to various electronic applications. ➂ The PSUs are known for their reliability, efficiency, and versatility.
➀ BEC Distribution announces the availability of high-quality alternatives for STMicroelectronics and onsemi IGBT transistors. ➁ The transistors offer maximum reliability with high-voltage, high-current characteristics. ➂ They are designed for high-power applications with a low-power input, making them ideal for power conversion, such as inverters for air conditioners, refrigerators, and industrial motors.
➀ 72 years ago, a Swiss designer of one of the most famous chips founded a semiconductor company; ➁ Six years later, he sold it to Ferranti and introduced the phase-locked loop; ➂ He wrote about electronics and religion, questioning the existence of God.
➀ Aston University set a world record by sending data at 402Tbit/s over standard optical fibres. ➁ Researchers at Bath University developed a lactic acid sensor using a graphene-like foam capacitor. ➂ Glasgow University's ANALOGUE IC packaging research could lead to applications in biomedical implants and quantum computing interfaces. ➃ Leicester University's space battery passed vibration tests, and Nottingham Trent University is exploring washable stretchable electronics for medical wearables. ➄ Oxford researchers demonstrated a low-noise qubit integrated circuit for quantum computing.
➀ The article discusses the importance of thorough design review in prototype PCB assembly to prevent costly mistakes and ensure product quality. ➁ It emphasizes the critical role of selecting the right components to avoid redesigns and production delays. ➂ The need for effective testing protocols is highlighted to ensure functionality and reliability before mass production. ➃ The article also covers the importance of thermal management to prevent overheating and component failure. ➄ Proper communication with manufacturers is emphasized to avoid misunderstandings and production delays.
➀ Production of the high power tunable Klystron, the 4K M50.0001 A, began 64 years ago by the English Electric Valve Company. ➁ The valve operates at frequencies between 400 to 610 Mc/s and features mechanical tuning. ➂ It offers amplitude or pulse modulation and is protected through a high resistance connection. ➃ The Klystron includes focusing electromagnets, tuning cavities, and adjustable load couplers, with a typical gain of 27 db and a power output of 10kW.
➀ A collection of humorous and sarcastic remarks about various technological and societal issues; ➁ Highlights the irony in topics like education, politics, and technology; ➂ Uses wit to comment on the complexities and absurdities of modern life and technology.
➀ This article discusses the use of mobile hotspot tethering to provide internet access to multiple devices. ➁ It highlights the issue of rapid battery discharge in smartphones used for tethering. ➂ A solution using an ESP32 development board controlled via the ESP RainMaker app is proposed to manage and mitigate battery depletion.
➀ EMOTORAD is offering a 6-month internship in Bengaluru focusing on power electronics and electrical engineering. ➁ Interns will be responsible for designing and developing electronics for new products, collaborating with project management, and troubleshooting hardware issues. ➂ The internship requires skills in PCB design and familiarity with microcontroller families and hardware communication interfaces.
➀ The study explores the role of Ti and Pt electrodes in resistance switching variability of HfO2-based resistive random access memory. ➁ It investigates the mechanism of electroforming in metal oxide memristive switches. ➂ The research examines the impact of oxygen vacancies in HfO2-based gate stack breakdown. ➃ It also looks into the direct observation of oxygen movement during resistance switching in NiO/Pt film. ➄ The paper discusses the development of electronic synapses using layered two-dimensional materials.
➀ A team of engineers has developed a new two-dimensional, low-power field-effect transistor, overcoming key barriers in chip design. ➁ The innovation focuses on resolving high gate leakage and low dielectric strength issues, critical for miniaturization. ➂ The use of single-crystalline aluminum oxide as a dielectric marks a significant advancement in transistor technology.
➀ Engineers at Shanghai Institute of Microsystem and Information Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, have created a new two-dimensional field-effect transistor (FET) using single-crystalline aluminum oxide, which addresses issues of high gate leakage and low dielectric strength. ➁ The FETs are designed to be smaller and more energy-efficient, potentially reducing the need for frequent recharging in smartphones and enabling more features in devices without increasing their size. ➂ The development is crucial for the advancement of 5G devices and IoT applications, where miniaturization and efficiency are key.
➀ Modern electronic design trends necessitate SI-PI cosimulation to minimize power consumption and voltage levels while increasing speed. ➁ The PDN should be meticulously modeled to minimize input impedance seen by I/O drivers, and combined with channel models to accurately predict output eye diagrams. ➂ The article details the complete modeling process of SI-PI cosimulation based on HBM, highlighting considerations for high-frequency PDN design at the chip and package levels.