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How Microchip Technology Became a Top Employer in Ireland in 2023

In the rapidly evolving world of technology, certain companies stand out as leaders, not just for their innovative products and services but also for their commitment to their employees and customers. One such company is Microchip Technology Inc., a leading pr...

In The News | By Jack Pollard | 31-07-2023

Room-Temperature Superconductor: Finally a Thing? Maybe…

In what can only be described as completely surreal, a team of researchers from South Korea have recently made their findings on a new material public, claiming that it’s the world’s first room-temperature semiconductor that operates at ambient pressure. What...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 31-07-2023

Lead Cables: A Past Threat or a Present Danger to the UK?

A recent report from the Wall Street Journal has highlighted that lead cables still in active use could be poisoning underground water sources, but while this may be the case in the US, the UK is hardly at risk. What challenges does lead infrastructure pose to...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 31-07-2023

How Skin-like Sensors are Transforming the Field of Robotics

Developing skin-like sensors for robots is the holy grail in robotics, but while countless sensing technologies exist, none are able to provide robotic systems with the same capabilities as that of human fingers. Now, researchers have developed a process that...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 28-07-2023

Nature-Inspired Robotics: How the M4 Robot Mimics Animal Locomotion

Modern-day robotics (especially soft robotics) take a lot of inspiration from nature. A lot of these inspirations come from trying to mimic how animals move to give robots a better degree of locomotion. Many animals can navigate tricky terrain by using multi-f...

Insights | By Liam Critchley | 28-07-2023

What is a DC/DC Converter? Decoding Power Conversion

This article offers a comprehensive guide into the world of DC/DC converters, exploring their history, uses, and types, as well as discussing their challenges and future prospects, including their chaotic behaviour and ongoing research in the field. Let's delv...

Educational | By Jack Pollard | 25-07-2023

What is an Electrical Connector? In-Depth Look into the World of Connectors

This article provides a comprehensive overview of electronics connectors, their types, components, and applications. It also discusses the challenges faced by connectors in various environments and the solutions to these challenges. Table of Contents Introduct...

Educational | By Jack Pollard | 24-07-2023

GGtag: The Reusable & Reprogrammable ePaper Badge Tackling E-Waste

In a world of consumption and waste, it is amazing to see how copious amounts of technology quickly find their way into landfills with little regard for recycling. Recognising the waste caused by ID cards, Eurolan has demonstrated a new ePaper-based ID card th...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 24-07-2023

What are MEMS? A Comprehensive Guide to Microelectromechanical Systems

Welcome to our comprehensive guide on Microelectromechanical Systems (MEMS). In this article, we will journey into the fascinating world of MEMS, exploring its diverse applications, delving into how it's made, and examining how it's reshaping various sectors....

Educational | By Jack Pollard | 21-07-2023

Jellyfish Robots: A Novel Approach to Tackling Ocean Plastic Pollution

Recently, researchers from the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems demonstrated an experimental jellyfish robot that could one day be used to clean up the oceans of plastic waste. What challenges does plastic waste present, what did the researchers de...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 20-07-2023

The Economics of Green Energy: A Case Study of Wind Ranchers in Texas

You don’t have to believe in clean energy to embrace renewable technology – you just have to like money. John Davis owns the Pecan Spring Ranch in Wind-Swept, West Texas. When a developer offered cash in exchange for the right to install an array of wind turbi...

Environment | By Gary Elinoff | 19-07-2023

The Economics of Green Energy: A Case Study of Wind Ranchers in Texas

You don’t have to believe in clean energy to embrace renewable technology – you just have to like money. John Davis owns the Pecan Spring Ranch in Wind-Swept, West Texas. When a developer offered cash in exchange for the right to install an array of wind turbi...

Insights | By Gary Elinoff | 19-07-2023