Introduction to Linear Variable Differential Transformers (LVDTs)

Looking for a succinct intro to LVDTs? This article will explain LVDT basics, including structure, circuit, transfer function, linear range, sensitivity, and more.

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In Search of the Next Top Semiconductor: Cuprous Oxide vs. Silicon

Semiconductor materials vying for silicon's crown are everywhere, it seems. One substrate that's been in research for many years is cuprous oxide. Is it a blip on the radar or the next heir apparent?

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IBM’s 2 nm Chip Dazzles with 50 Billion Transistors in Tiny Package

In an announcement clearly intended to draw in engineers and laymen alike, IBM heralds the arrival of tiny 2 nm chips with 50 billion transistors apiece and the heir apparent to the age of FinFETs.

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Apple and Facebook Strive for a More Natural AR/VR Experience

Apple’s new patent introduces its spin on bringing interactive touch control to AR/VR, meanwhile, Facebook is going another direction.

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Nexperia’s Trench Schottky Diodes Seize Power Efficiency

This week, Nexperia has released a new group of trench Schottky diodes which they claim are more efficient than ever.

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New Infineon Flyback Converters Target Power Losses in USB Power Delivery

This week, Infineon released a new USB-PD charger that leverages a flyback converter topology for maximal efficiency.

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Is Software Going to Revolutionize Memory? IBM Digs into Software-defined Storage

You've heard of software-defined radio, but how about software-defined storage? The latest from IBM gives us a chance to catch up on this cloud-focused technology.

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New Intelligent Power Modules Pit Soft Recovery Against Radiated Emissions

A new generation of IPMs from ROHM Semiconductor claims "best-in-class" but can it deliver when compared to other IPMs in the industry?

source https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/new-intelligent-power-modules-pit-soft-recovery-against-radiated-emissions/

Two Techniques to Linearize Resistive Sensor Bridges

Measuring the minuscule resistance changes in resistive sensors can be a daunting task. Here are two hardware methods to eliminate bridge non-linearity errors.

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Public Design Competitions Accelerate Open Innovation for Autonomous Underwater Vehicles

Government actors around the globe continue a trend of challenging public-sector innovators to accelerate the development of various technologies, including a recent surge in interest in autonomous underwater vehicles

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Of Slide Switches and Interface Design: Introspection on UX and EEs

A lesser-discussed aspect of electronics design, user experience, can be the difference between a good product and a great one. A new set of slide switches sparks some philosophical contemplation.

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Dialog’s New SPI NOR Flash: The Holy Grail of Low-power Memory?

Chasing low power consumption is the holy grail of IoT design considerations. With that in mind, Dialog introduces their new AT25EU NOR Flash to answer the call.

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Cold Chain Asset Tracking

In this article, we will discuss a proposed Cold Chain Asset Tracker with data logging capability with the use of Lapis Technology.

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For the Love of an MCU: STMicroelectronics Wraps Up STM32 Summit 2021 in China

For the fifth year in a row, STMicroelectronics is hosting their annual STM32 Summit, a curiously specific event in the industry.

source https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/love-mcu-stmicroelectronics-wraps-up-stm32-summit-2021-in-china/

Examining the Unbalanced Loading Effect of a Difference Amplifier on a Bridge Circuit

In this article, we’ll see that in addition to having high common-mode rejection, in-amps should provide high and equal input impedances.

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Reader Question: Design Contests? Meet-Ups? Quiz Bowls? What Online Events Do We Need More Of?

If you could hang out with a group of fellow electrical engineers online, what would it look like?

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Technology Revolutionizes EE Educational Structures

With technology constantly evolving and expanding, it only makes sense that the EE educational structure would try to keep up, even during unexpected circumstances.

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Environmental Concerns Force Change in Refrigerants—And Chemical Sensors

Learn how the Montreal Protocol influenced this chemical sensor released by NevadaNano, a company tackling sensor applications from vending machines to flying noses.

source https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/environmental-concerns-force-change-in-refrigerants-and-chemical-sensors/

Arduino to SOMs: Is Modular Design Better?

On the tails of Xilinx’s newest SOM announcement, we take a look at the role modular design plays in electrical engineering.

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Could Microgrids Be a Safety Net for Future Power Outage Disasters?

The February blackouts in Texas spurred hot debate on the best way to avoid infrastructural power issues. Microgrids are one such proposal.

source https://www.allaboutcircuits.com/news/could-microgrids-be-safety-net-future-power-outage-disasters/