Technical Analysis

Key Things to Know: X7R vs. X7S MLCCs: The article discusses the differences between X7R and X7S multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs), focusing on their temperature coefficient of capacitance (TCC) and DC bias performance. X7R is widely used due to its...

By Samsung Electro-Mechanics | 09-11-2023

As companies and governments head towards achieving net-zero emissions and decarbonisation of our transportation systems, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming a more common sight in society. EVs that use Li-ion batteries are the most widely adopted vehicles du...

By Liam Critchley | 02-11-2023

Software solutions play an ever-increasing role in safety-critical and safety-related systems, with the result that software malfunctions now represent liabilities and a real threat in terms of injury, loss of life, the interruption of essential services, or d...

By Solid Sands | 19-10-2023

Soft and stretchable electronic devices have gathered a lot of interest in recent years, primarily as tools for biomedical diagnoses and in the study of biological systems. This is because these devices can interface effectively with the human body and other b...

By Liam Critchley | 25-09-2023

Through the process of electrolysis, powered by wind or solar energy, we can produce an abundant supply of energy-rich green hydrogen. This innovative technology not only captures the immense potential of renewable sources but also transforms them into a susta...

By Gary Elinoff | 07-09-2023

As technology advances, the integration of electronic devices with biological systems is becoming a frontier in medical innovation. Wearable devices that can monitor, sense, and even administer therapies are no longer a distant dream but a tangible reality. Th...

By Liam Critchley | 14-08-2023

Digital payments and digital banking have become more and more popular over the last decade or so and have replaced cash transactions in many parts of society. The adoption of online banking and digital payments was also accelerated during the COVID-19 pandemi...

By Liam Critchley | 18-07-2023

As researchers try to explore new power sources for a renewable future, some have turned their attention to hygroelectric systems, those that harness electricity in humid air. What exactly is hygroelectricity, what have researchers done regarding this field of...

By Robin Mitchell | 13-07-2023

Africa has the greatest diversity of mammals in the world, and there are more mammals on the African continent than any other continent. However, increased levels of intensive land use for natural resource extraction (as well as hunting) have led to a large de...

By Liam Critchley | 10-07-2023

Recently, researchers demonstrated a new textile that is able to detect slight movements in muscles and blood vessels when placed on the skin, utilising nanomagnetic materials. What challenges does monitoring sub-skin features present, what did the researchers...

By Robin Mitchell | 04-07-2023

Imagine a world where the treatment of deep tissue diseases is not only more effective but also safer and more versatile. This is the promise of phototherapy, a medical technique that uses light to treat a variety of conditions. But how do we overcome the chal...

By Liam Critchley | 03-07-2023

To many, there was hope, but for those who understood submersibles, it was clear that the OceanGate Submersible Failure was doomed from the start. In this article, we will explore what happened with the OceanGate Titan submersible, a project of OceanGate Inc,...

By Robin Mitchell | 28-06-2023

In this article, we will delve into the challenges introduced by AI, including privacy concerns, discrimination, and security risks. We will also explore the EU's proactive approach to AI regulation, the proposed rules, and the ongoing debate about the need fo...

By Robin Mitchell | 22-06-2023

In the ever-evolving world of quantum technologies, researchers are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. In a recent study titled "Quantum microscopy of cells at the Heisenberg limit," a team of scientists has made significant strides in the f...

By Liam Critchley | 06-06-2023