imec holding PDK training sessions for 2nm process

imec is offering access to advanced technologies through its 2nm NanoIC pilot line and two-day training sessions focused on its Pathfinding Process Design Kit (P-PDK) for N2 technology.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

Kioxia sampling 2Tb NAND

Kioxia is sampling 2Tb QLC NAND flash.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

Washable stretchable electronics for medical wearables

4mm diameter elastomer fibres are a promising substrate for electronics in clothing, according to Nottingham Trent University, which is investigating washable stretchable medical wearables.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

Efabless marks chip manufacturing milestone

At DAC 2024, Efabless celebrated a milestone of 40 commercial companies designed chips using its chipIgnite and Google-sponsored OpenMPW programme. Of these, some are ready for production volumes, the majority are at the prototype/proof of concept stage, said CEO, Michael Wishart.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

Reed switches prove reliable for high power photovoltaic designs

The rise in interest for renewable energy has led to power designers looking for sensors that are fit-for-purpose in high-voltage photovoltaic applications, observes Martin Reizner.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

Unpacking digital passports and ESPR

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation aims to contribute to sustainable products in the EU. Lars Rensing explains how it aims to minimise waste.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

The environmental price of industry 4.0

The connected world and Industry 4.0 have undoubtedly improved our lives, but they have also come with a substantial price, says Emma Armstrong.

This article was posted on Jul 11, 2024

Supplying satellites

The rising penetration rate of LEO satellite services is encouraging component manufacturers to integrate into the supply chains of Starlink and OneWeb, says TrendForce.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

Viewpoint: Image Sensing – Taking a new look at Camera SDKs, IoT and Smart Cities

Is there still a dividing line between consumer and business when it comes to technology, questions Matthew Swinney, Head of Image Sensing Solutions at Sony Europe?

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

GloFo buys GaN IP portfolio of Tagore

Globalfoundries is buying the Power GaN IP portfolio of fabless chip company Tagore Technology.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

LiDAR market on 38% CAGR 2023-29

The global LiDAR market for automotive is expected to grow from $538 million in 2023 to $3,632 million in 2029 at a 38% CAGR 23-29, says Yole Group.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

Electronics Weekly searches for EW BrightSparks 2024

Electronics Weekly is proud to announce that it has launched EW BrightSparks 2024 to search for, and highlight, some of the brightest and most talented young engineers in the UK today.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

Altair to acquire Metrics Design Automation

At DAC 2024, Altair showcased its 3D-IC design and SimLab multi-physics modelling and simulation tool.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

Raspberry Pi CM4 industrial controllers are expandable

Sfera Labs is shipping an expandable DIN rail industrial controller, built around the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

NGK invests in flexi LED display start-up

NGK Insulators has invested in PanelSemi, a Taiwan-based flexible flat-panel LED display start-up.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

High-voltage resistors 100% screened for voltage coefficient

Stackpole is aiming at accurate high-voltage measurement with a family of resistors that are 100% tested for voltage-induced resistance variation.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

Circular touch display can be customised

Zytronic has introduced a round touch display module which can be mounted onto a wall or integrated into a table.

This article was posted on Jul 10, 2024

Intel delays Fab 38

Intel has delayed Fab 38 in Kiryat Gap, Israel, reports Calcalist.

This article was posted on Jun 18, 2024

PCIM: 50V, 8.5mΩ GaN hemp in 1.5 x 1.2mm package

EPC is aiming at USB-C PD applications 50V 8.5mΩ GaN transistor with a 1.8mm2 footprint.

This article was posted on Jun 18, 2024

PCIM: 750V 4mΩ SiC jfet for circuit breakers in TOLL pacakge

Qorvo has picked depletion-mode (normally-on) silicon carbide JFET technology to build a 750V 4.3mΩ transistor for circuit breakers, and put it in a 10 x 12mm surface-mount TOLL package.

This article was posted on Jun 18, 2024

PCIM: 250W smart GaN motor driver is only 12x12mm

Texas Instruments introduced a 450V intelligent power module that includes a GaN three-phase bridge for motors up to 250W.

This article was posted on Jun 18, 2024