Robin Mitchell

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.

New Optical Sensors for Beds Could Help Improve Patient Care

Researchers have recently developed new optical sensors that can easily be integrated into mattresses and allow patient data to be obtained. What challenges do beds present with pa

16-08-2022

Could Paper Batteries Help Create Green Single-Use Disposable Electronics?

Recently, researchers demonstrated a prototype for a paper battery that is activated when in contact with water and have touted their design as a battery with a water-activated swi

Environment | 15-08-2022

China's Investment Corruption in Semiconductor Industry Funding

What do you get when you mix government money and communism? Answer, corruption and incompetence. Recently investments from the Chinese government into home-grown semiconductors ha

Semiconductors | 12-08-2022

Piezoelectric Anemometer Developed for Improved Plane & Drone Flights

Recently, researchers demonstrated an anemometer that utilises solid materials that help to significantly reduce drag while simultaneously reducing energy consumption and improving

11-08-2022

IBM Suing Start-Up Over IP Infringement: Is History Repeating Itself?

Recently, IBM announced that it is suing start-up company Winsopia for acting as a front by LzLabs to obtain intellectual property on its mainframes and software. What challenges d

10-08-2022

Stretchable Sensor Devleoped With Embedded Neuromorphic Chip

Recently, researchers from the University of Chicago demonstrated a wearable sensor able to record biodata with the help of an integrated neuromorphic chip. What challenges do wear

10-08-2022

Hyundai To Manufacture Their Own Automotive Semiconductors

Recognising the challenges faced by the semiconductor industry, Hyundai recently announced that it will be manufacturing its own automotive semiconductors to help secure its own su

Semiconductors | 08-08-2022

Apple Asks Taiwanese Suppliers to Label Parts as “Made In China”

Recently, Apple has been reported to ask suppliers in Taiwan to affix the label “Made in China” to parts being shipped to China after tensions increased between the two countries.

08-08-2022

EDF Restricts Nuclear Power in France as Rivers Are Too Darn Hot!

Recently, EDF announced that it will be reducing the power output of their nuclear reactors in France as river waters become too hot. Why do nuclear reactors struggle to react to s

05-08-2022