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.

Could wearable sensors provide early warning signs of respiratory infections?

A recent paper published by Duke University showed that wristbands fitted with biosensors can be used to detect early cases of respiratory infections such as influenza and the comm

Wearables | 30-11-2021

Researchers use a low-cost wearable device to help Parkinson’s patients

Recently, researchers have combined low-cost wearable technology with AI to help Parkinson’s patients deal with freezing of gait. What exactly is FoG, how did the researchers use l

Wearables | 29-11-2021

AI-enabled sensors developed for precision cutting tools

Recently, researchers from the University of Bath have been awarded £1.5m to develop precision tools for the machining industry to utilise sensing technologies. What challenges doe

AI | 29-11-2021

Apple introducing self-repair service

Recently, Apple announced that it will provide parts, equipment, and instructions to allow anyone to repair their main products, including the iPhone and the Mac. What exactly will

Environment | 26-11-2021

The Intel 4004 turns 50 years old!

On November 15th 2021, the Intel 4004 turned 50 years old, marking the CPU as half a century old. What were the key events that led to the birth of the Intel 4004, and what feature

25-11-2021

AI Wafer-scale chip by Cerebras raises $250 million in a new round of funding

Cerebras, an AI chip research company, has recently raised $250 million in a new round of funding putting the total valuation of Cerebras at $4 billion. How does Cerebras take adva

AI | 25-11-2021

Researchers send digital information using fast-neutron beam

Recently, researchers have been able to modulate a beam of neutron radiation to encode digital information. What challenges does traditional electromechanical radiation face, what

24-11-2021

Nvidia ARM acquisition continues to be investigated under national security concerns

The long-awaited Nvidia acquisition of ARM has again faced a new delay in the UK, with investigators looking into national security concerns. Why has there been significant amounts

Security | 24-11-2021

Qualcomm to make ARM processors like Apple M1 for Windows

Recently, Qualcomm announced that it will be looking to design Apple M1-like devices for Windows PCs. Why is Qualcomm looking at the Apple M1 as a solution for Windows, what advant

23-11-2021