Robin Mitchell

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Robin Mitchell is an electronic engineer who has been involved in electronics since the age of 13. After completing a BEng at the University of Warwick, Robin moved into the field of online content creation, developing articles, news pieces, and projects aimed at professionals and makers alike. Currently, Robin runs a small electronics business, MitchElectronics, which produces educational kits and resources.

Home Depot to trial Bluetooth deactivators in power tools to prevent crime

Recently, Home Depot in the US has announced that it will be trialling a new security measure to prevent power tool theft from their stores. What challenges do shop security system

25-08-2021

Security flaws found in two home electric car chargers

Recently, security researchers discovered security flaws in two separate EV chargers that allowed for disconnection of power and grant access to the home network. Why do IoT device

Security | 24-08-2021

Chip ban on China – Huawei’s latest phone doesn’t include 5G

Recently, Huawei released their latest range of Smartphone products, the P50, but these devices lack 5G capabilities. Why has the US placed trade restrictions on China, what has ca

5G | 24-08-2021

Intel announces FET technology RibbonFET transistors

Recently, Intel announced the next generation of FET technology, the RibbonFET, and how it will power their future devices. How has transistor technology changed, what is RibbonFET

23-08-2021

Tesla Megapack catches fire – Evidence against Lithium-Ion storage

Recently, a Tesla Megapack station that stores energy for renewable systems recently caught fire that was impossible to put out. What energy storage methods are being explored, wha

20-08-2021

UK Government announces a new competition for energy storage solutions

Recently, the UK Government announced a new competition that could see winners be granted up to £1m during the first phase winners and £11m during phase two. Why is energy storage

19-08-2021

PragmatIC demonstrate fully functional flexible ARM core

Printed electronics specialists PragmatIC recently demonstrated their latest fully functional ARM core that has excellent flexible properties. What challenges does flexible electro

19-08-2021

UK Government Releases Whitepaper on Future Energy Generation

A recent press release by the UK Government discusses how smart energy meters and other technologies will help the UK meet its climate goals. What challenges does renewable energy

17-08-2021

How technological advance challenges the e-waste challenge

There is no doubt that e-waste is harmful to the environment, and reducing the amount of produced e-waste provides many benefits. But how can e-waste be reduced if the world relies

Environment | 17-08-2021