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9th June 2021
Laird / Infineon - Sterling-LWB5+ Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Modules
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Provides IIoT connectivity using the Infineon AIROC™ 802.11ac Wi-Fi + Dual-Mode Bluetooth 5.2 CYW4373E Combo SoC. The fully certified Laird Connectivity modules, available at Mouser Electronics, offer sLNA  and dLNA  available with optional Antenna Diversity and also support expanded device temp. Range (-40 to +85 C) for reliable connectivity in harsh RF environments.
Wireless
9th June 2021
4 myths about UWB, debunked
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Like any emerging technology, the myths around UWB hit the headlines almost as fast as the facts, and sometimes linger on in our memories. We asked several UWB ecosystem players to weigh in on the misconceptions they see attending UWB now and in the future as the technology becomes more accessible. Let’s demystify four misunderstandings about UWB. Guest blog written by Peter Pirc, UWB Solution Manager at NXP.
Aerospace & Defence
9th June 2021
How close are we to commercial space flight?
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It feels like Richard Branson has been talking about whisking us all into space for decades, but what progress is actually being made? With Virgin Galactic completing the first of three test flights on May 22nd, it seems like 2021 might finally be the year that commercial space flight sees its launch.
Communications
9th June 2021
PAN9520 WiFi module for secure networking
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The new PAN9520 is based on the Espressif ESP32-S2 microcontroller, which includes a high-performance 32-bit Xtensa LX7 CPU, a high sensitivity wireless radio, a baseband processor, bootloader and 320kbytes of SRAM. An encryption unit supports a range of security and encryption protocols, including CCMP, TKIP, WAPI, WEP, BIP, and AES.
Sensors
9th June 2021
Graphene hall sensor optimised for cryogenic applications
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Paragraf has introduced the GHS-C Graphene Hall Sensor (GHS), providing the industry’s only viable approach to measuring magnetic field strengths of 7 Tesla (T) and above, at temperature extremes below 3 Kelvin (K).
Optoelectronics
9th June 2021
Complete 13MP PDAF UVC camera reference design kit
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THine Solutions has introduced its new THEIA-CAM family of camera reference design kits. The first kit in the family is the THSCU101, a 13-megapixel phase-detection auto-focus (PDAF) USB video class (UVC) camera reference design kit.
Automotive
9th June 2021
Aiways U6 electric SUV coupe edges closer to mass production
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Aiways ‘Smart Factory’ in Shangrao, China has completed the first batch of pre-production vehicles for its second model, the all-electric U6 intelligent SUV coupé. The Aiways U6 will sit alongside the popular U5 electric SUV in an expanding line-up of zero-emissions Aiways models.
Industrial
9th June 2021
Now is the time to switch to ERP to stay ahead
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Last month’s budget announcement from Chancellor Rishi Sunak revealed a ‘Help to Grow’ scheme with a digital component that includes the availability of vouchers for eligible SMEs. These vouchers are giving SMEs 50% of the purchase of ‘productivity-enhancing’ software up to the value of £5,000 each. This is quite the incentive for electrical and electronics businesses ramping up any digital transformation efforts to stay ahead of the competition. By Gary Reynolds, Software Director at OGL Computer
Automotive
9th June 2021
EV design concept capable of 30% longer range
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Automotive innovation start-up Page-Roberts has revealed a patented design concept for an electric vehicle capable of travelling up to 30% further than current EVs on the market.
Test & Measurement
9th June 2021
PowerCycling PCX thermoelectric coolers for PCR tests
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Point-of-care testing allows medical staff to accurately achieve real-time diagnostic results within an hour, rather than days. PCR-based point of care testing is considered the gold standard for diagnosing COVID-19 because it provides the fastest and most accurate test results. Portable point of care testing (POCT) equipment requires a sophisticated thermal management solution that can withstand mechanical stresses induced by rapid temperature changes. The PowerCycling PCX Series is designed to handle hundreds of thousands of thermal cycles, providing improved performance and long-life operation in PCR testing applications.
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