Building blocks for IIoT edge nodes 31 May 2024, TRX Electronics As vertical industries start to seriously evaluate IoT architectures to extract greater business value, it becomes clear that there is no one-size-fits-all approach.
The value of dynamic spectrum in South Africa 31 May 2024 South Africa, like many nations, faces a growing challenge: the ever-increasing demand for wireless data is straining the limited resource of radio frequency spectrum.
Customer service excellence 31 May 2024, IOT Electronics As a broad-based supplier of electronic components, IOT Electronics works with customers to source required components, including obsolete and hard-to-find stock.
Using linear regulators as a filter 31 May 2024, Altron Arrow, Analogue, Mixed Signal, LSI Different circuits can be used to filter a supply voltage, and this article explains the main differences between using an LC filter and a linear regulator for filtering.
The ‘magic’ of photovoltaic cells 30 April 2024 Everyone knows that solar generation converts sunlight to electricity, but what comprises a solar panel, and how do they actually work?
Analysis of switch-mode power supply: inductor violations 30 April 2024, Altron Arrow, Power Electronics / Power Management Common switch-mode power supply (SMPS) design errors are discussed, and their appropriate rectification is specified, with details on complications that arise with the power stage design of DC-DC switching regulators.
Hardware architectural options for artificial intelligence systems 30 April 2024, NuVision Electronics, AI & ML With smart sensors creating data at an ever-increasing rate, it is becoming exponentially more difficult to consume and make sense of the data to extract relevant insight. This is providing the impetus behind the rapidly developing field of artificial intelligence.
Demystifying quantum 30 April 2024 Quantum, often called quantum mechanics, deals with the granular and fuzzy nature of the universe, and the physical behaviour of its smallest particles.
Service excellence with attention to detail 28 March 2024, Deman Manufacturing The vision of industry pioneers Hugo de Bruyn and Charles Hauman led to the birth of Deman Manufacturing, a company that sets new standards for innovation and performance within the industry.
What is an RF connector? 28 March 2024, Spectrum Concepts, Interconnection If you look across the broader electromagnetic spectrum, the selection of the 3 kHz to 300 GHz frequency range for RF signals is a result of a balance between propagation characteristics, data transmission requirements, regulatory allocations, and the compatibility of electronic components and devices.
Make your small asset tracker last longer 28 March 2024, Altron Arrow, Power Electronics / Power Management This design solution reviews a typical asset tracking solution, and shows how the MAX3864x nanopower buck converter family, with its high efficiency and small size, enables longer battery life in small portables.
The power of Matter 29 February 2024, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT Matter offers a reliable, secure, seamless way to interconnect devices from different manufacturers, allowing a new level of interoperability to be enjoyed.
Transmitting power to remote places 29 February 2024, Altron Arrow, Power Electronics / Power Management The new single-pair power over Ethernet (SPoE) allows for power and data to be transmitted over longer distances of up to 1000 metres.
AI is revolutionising electronics manufacturing EMP 2024 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook , News Artificial intelligence is transforming the electronics manufacturing industry by providing new ways to optimise production processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
Designing and manufacturing robust enclosures for extreme environments EMP 2024 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook , SKEG Product Development, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services The lifecycle of robust edge devices starts with design, and all aspects, including electronic components, packaging, shipping, installation, and servicing needs to be considered at the design stage to ensure that an edge device can operate in the environment it is intended for.
Reducing solder paste spatter during reflow EMP 2024 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook , Techmet , Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services Splash is a problem that solder paste will inevitably encounter during the welding process, and distinguishing between spatter and solder ball is the first step in solving the problem.
Products of the year 2023 22 November 2023, News A summary of products and technologies from 2023 that are currently shaping the electronic engineering industry.