[ad_1] Called R-REF01-HB, the design consists of a half-bridge layout with an isolated driver stage using isolated power supplies (Recom R12Pxx) for both the low-side and the high-side switching transistors – both get both polarities so there is no problem creating bipolar drive waveforms. Data isolation comes through a Silicon Labs Si827x, whose output is boostedRead more about Half-bridge reference design allows IGBTs, GaN hemt, SiC mosfet and compound cascode switches to be compared[…]

[ad_1] Updated: Nvidia has released a statement to address that the new patch is only meant to mitigate the CPU security issue rather than patch an non-existent security flaw in the company’s graphics cards. A Nvidia spokesperson informed us that its “GPU hardware is immune to the reported security issue.” We apologize for the error.Read more about Nvidia's newest patch helps prevent Spectre from ruining your CPU[…]

[ad_1] “All models of their metal housed connector can be ordered with M3 threaded mounting holes facilitating simple panel assembly without the need for securing nuts and washers,” said the Surrey-based firm. The FeedThrough range fits into cut-outs for the industry-standard XLR connector format. The metal versions come in silver or black. The standard plain-hole mounting versionsRead more about M3 threads speed assembly for Cliff’s FeedThrough connector range[…]

[ad_1] Honor is one of the first companies in the world to release a phone with a chipset inside that features its own artificial intelligence to make everyday tasks faster and easier. The Honor View10 comes boasting the Kirin 970 chipset that has a game changing new idea that builds an AI directly into theRead more about How Honor’s AI chip enables you to be more creative with your photos[…]

[ad_1] “Design engineers around the world can now take advantage of this large, comprehensive portfolio of high-performance signal chain, RF, and power management products from Analog Devices, including the entire Linear Technology product portfolio,” says Mouser’s Jeff Newell. Mouser is stocking the full breadth of Linear Technology products, including power management, data conversion, signal conditioning,Read more about Mouser to stock full LTC portfolio[…]

[ad_1] Origin has always been one of our favorite custom system builders and, at CES 2018, the company has unveiled a dramatic redesign of its main PC chassis – we’re of course talking about the company’s full-tower Genesis and mid-tower Millennium.  Previously these two chassis were made primarily out of plastic, but now they’ve gottenRead more about Reinventing an icon: Behind the redesign of Origin's towers of power[…]

[ad_1] It’s aimed at the younger market, obviously, with the Manga approach maybe sweetening the technical details. Comic books, and Manga in particular, are becoming more popular these days, I believe. Ayumi The idea is that you follow a character, Ayumi, who gets to learn about computer hardware. The publishers, No Starch Press, set theRead more about Gadget Book: The Manga Guide to Microprocessors[…]

[ad_1] Wearable tech companies hoping to dominate the self-monitoring health market may be looking over their shoulders at Lenovo at CES 2018. During Lenovo’s event at the show, the company announced the Lenovo Vital Moto Mod, a snap-on module extension for the Moto Z smartphone. Vital is the “first connected, integrated, multi-vital sign monitoring platformRead more about The latest Moto Mod wants to keep your health in check[…]

[ad_1]  Researchers at the University of Manchester have developed graphene sensors embedded into RFIDs. The team, led by Dr Zhirun Hu, hopes that the breakthrough could expand the IoT with the sensors able to connect to any wireless network for battery-free, smart, wireless monitoring. Humidity sensors could be used in manufacturing processes where mositure levelsRead more about Layering graphene creates sensors for energy-efficient IoT[…]

[ad_1] Going on a beach-front vacation? Well, you may want your camera to be waterproof. These waterproof cameras are handy and you can easily take them up to a depth of 30 meters underwater. They are specially designed and tested to survive in any condition, which means they are shockproof, dustproof and freeze proof asRead more about 5 Best waterproof cameras[…]