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.

Hydrogen for heating – How can hydrogen help the renewables industry?

It is a well-known fact that the renewables industry faces challenges with energy availability, and the million-dollar question is what green technology will help to act as an ener

Environment | 01-10-2021

Another cause of the semiconductor shortage comes to light – Old technology

A recent report has brought to light another key reason for the automotive semiconductor shortage; old technology. How has this factor helped reduce automotive IC supplies, why can

Semiconductors | 30-09-2021

Pre-Crime – How AI may be used to predict crime before it happens

Police in the US has been utilising a software tool called ShadowDragon to create profiles and look for links to criminality in people of key interest. However, recent reports show

AI | 29-09-2021

Xiaomi's Smart Glasses: A Game-Changer in the Wearable Tech Industry?

Recently, Xiaomi announced the development of their latest wearable tech, Xiaomi Smart Glasses. Why have other smart glasses failed, how does the Xiaomi Smart Glasses work, and why

Wearables | 28-09-2021

CO2 Capture – A worthwhile goal or pointless?

Recently, Iceland unveiled the world’s largest carbon capture and storage system to help reduce the overall amount of CO2 in the atmosphere. How does carbon capture work, what is I

27-09-2021

UK Government offering £265m in renewable energy subsidies

To continue the upwards trend of renewable energy use in the UK, the UK Government has announced £265m in subsidies. How has renewable energy changed in the UK over the past few ye

Environment | 22-09-2021

A True Innovator – Sir Clive Sinclair (1940-2021)

A true legend in the field of electronics has passed, but his legacy will live on. Who was Clive Sinclair, what was he most famous for, and what visions of the future did he have?

21-09-2021

Researchers develop sensors for detecting infected wounds

Recently, researchers have developed a sensor that can be used to detect signs of infection in wounds. What challenges do current medical testing systems face, what did the researc

20-09-2021

EU now working towards semiconductor sovereignty

The US and UK have announced their plans to become independent from other nations for the latest semiconductor devices, and the EU has just announced its plans to do the same. Why

Semiconductors | 17-09-2021