AI on a chip
26 June 2019, News

Researchers have created a machine learning library programmed in C that can run on microcontrollers, and on other platforms such as PCs, Raspberry PI and Android.

Better thermal management enabled by advances in semiconductor packaging
26 June 2019, TRX Electronics, Power Electronics / Power Management

Beyond the realm of traditional thermal management solutions, the latest IC packaging technologies are making a significant contribution to satisfying the exacting thermal demands of modern electronic designs.

Solar-powered bakery developed at UJ
26 June 2019, Power Electronics / Power Management

When used as a tool for community development, the Solar Bread Box becomes a self-sustaining, economy stimulating, job creating and skills development platform.

How to design AC-DC power supplies for long life
26 June 2019, Accutronics, Power Electronics / Power Management

There are many things that impact the life of a power supply, overstressed components being the main one. All components have a life that is affected by temperature; some components are more strongly ...

The ultimate wireless mesh for Industrial IoT in SA?
29 May 2019, Altron Arrow, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

Analog Devices’ SmartMesh could help with predictive maintenance of the largely metal and concrete buildings which include industrial plants, data centres, commercial buildings, bridges and tunnels.

Passive RFID using UHF delivers long-range benefits in the IoT
29 May 2019, Avnet South Africa, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

In order to support the use of UHF RFID as an IoT solution, a global alliance was formed in 2014 by Google, Intel, Impinj, Smartrac and AIM.

To ICASA or not to ICASA wireless modules?
29 May 2019, Otto Wireless, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

When selecting a wireless module, purchasing an ICASA approved device or module from the approved supplier is critical.

Using a COTS-based SDR platform for streamlined 5G development
29 May 2019, Rugged Interconnect Technologies, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

The latest SDR products offer solutions with integrated I/O, ARM processors, and large FPGAs that include intellectual property (IP) for accessing, routing and processing digital data.

Is the supply chain broken?
30 April 2019, Electrocomp, Diel Met Systems, ExecuKit, NuVision Electronics, RF Design, News

The world’s insatiable demand for electronic goods has created a monster: a supply chain that spans the globe and relies on the entirety of our collective knowledge and experience in the pursuit of industry.

Choosing the right connector for harsh environments
30 April 2019, TRX Electronics, Interconnection

While connectors are sometimes left to last in a system design, they are essential components, and you need to get their selection right.

Taking control the easy way
30 April 2019, Otto Wireless, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

As a wireless supplier, Otto Wireless Solutions is very often drawn into assisting clients when it comes to integrating our routers into final products. There are a few common questions we get asked, ...

Continued success for Zetech’s stencils division
30 April 2019, Zetech, News, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services

Best known for supplying SMT (surface mount technology) equipment and consumables for printed circuit board assembly for 33 years, Zetech is enjoying success with its more recently established stencils ...