Before those 800G links can operate, they need testing. San Diego — The 2024 Optical Fiber Communications Conference (OFC) took place here from March 25 to 28. While companies highlighting their optical transceiver modules, semiconductors, and … [Read More...] about OFC 2024: Test equipment
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How is a transition edge sensor used in astrophysics? -
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Today on EE World
- OFC 2024: Test equipment
- EE Training Day: highly efficient power conversion in clean energy applications
- High-power RF switch targets land mobile radio and defense applications
- Four-port switch lets you connect antennas to radios and test equipment
- ECTC 2024 to highlight emerging technologies enabling heterogeneous integration and photonics
- How is a transition edge sensor used in astrophysics?
- Expanded PMIC line supports diverse data center uses cases
FAQs
How is a transition edge sensor used in astrophysics?
A transition edge sensor (TES) is a microcalorimeter based on superconductivity. Compared with alternative technologies like energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), a TES can provide higher … Read about How is a transition edge sensor used in astrophysics?
How mmWaves affect cables, connectors, and PCB traces
Millimeter-wave signals used in 5G networks provide wide bandwidth and high data rates. Signal losses, both over the air and through interconnects, bring design challenges. by Ketan Thakkar, … Read about How mmWaves affect cables, connectors, and PCB traces
What are the applications for hollow core fiber optical sensors?
Hollow core fiber (HCF) optical sensors are used in applications including Li-ion battery research and development (R&D), robotic arms, civil engineering infrastructural health monitoring, … Read about What are the applications for hollow core fiber optical sensors?
How do 5G eMBB and FWA data services compare?
Fixed-wireless access is a special use case of enhanced mobile broadband, one of the three use cases specified for 5G. FWA brings different challenges for deployment than eMBB. by Sridhar … Read about How do 5G eMBB and FWA data services compare?
Focus on Analog ICs
High-power RF switch targets land mobile radio and defense applications
Mobix Labs, Inc. introduced the MBX3110 SP10T high-power radio frequency (RF) switch. This CMOS-based single-pole/ten-throw (SP10T) switch is engineered to meet the demanding requirements of the land … [Read More...] about High-power RF switch targets land mobile radio and defense applications
Compact analog front-end provides efficient electrochemical sensing for next-gen devices
onsemi announced the availability of the CEM102, a compact analog front-end (AFE) that enables electrochemical sensing with exceptional accuracy at very low currents. With its small form factor and … [Read More...] about Compact analog front-end provides efficient electrochemical sensing for next-gen devices
Focus on Microcontrollers
Expanded PMIC line supports diverse data center uses cases
Rambus Inc. announced the availability of its new family of state-of-the-art DDR5 server Power Management ICs (PMICs), including an industry-leading extreme current device for high-performance … [Read More...] about Expanded PMIC line supports diverse data center uses cases
MCU support ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434 standards with flexible security and connectivity options
Microchip Technology has announced the release of a new family of PIC32CK 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) designed to help developers comply with new cybersecurity requirements. The PIC32CK MCUs … [Read More...] about MCU support ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434 standards with flexible security and connectivity options
Focus on Power Electronics
EE Training Day: highly efficient power conversion in clean energy applications
While this webinar was originally held on April 25th, 2024, we understand that schedules can be demanding. That’s why we’ve made our webinar content available on demand with the ability to ask any questions you might have while watching. This … [Read More...] about EE Training Day: highly efficient power conversion in clean energy applications
Regenerative power sources and loads emulate real-world power flows
Pacific Power Source announced its regenerative product line to support the growing demand for electrification. The line includes the AGX Regenerative AC/DC Source, RGS Regenerative Grid Simulator, and RLS Regenerative Load Simulator. These … [Read More...] about Regenerative power sources and loads emulate real-world power flows
Focus on 5G
Four-port switch lets you connect antennas to radios and test equipment
Signal Hound announced the addition of the RFS44 to its expanding product line. This powerful, ultra-fast antenna switch is in stock and available to Order Now. The RFS44 is a single pole four-throw (SP4T) absorptive solid state switch. Using … [Read More...] about Four-port switch lets you connect antennas to radios and test equipment
How mmWaves affect cables, connectors, and PCB traces
Millimeter-wave signals used in 5G networks provide wide bandwidth and high data rates. Signal losses, both over the air and through interconnects, bring design challenges. by Ketan Thakkar, Cinch Connectivity Millimeter wave (mmWave) signals … [Read More...] about How mmWaves affect cables, connectors, and PCB traces
Focus on Test & Measurement
OFC 2024: Test equipment
Before those 800G links can operate, they need testing. San Diego — The 2024 Optical Fiber Communications Conference (OFC) took place here from March 25 to 28. While companies highlighting their optical transceiver modules, semiconductors, and network equipment all touted how they support AI and data centers, none of that happens without test equipment. Optical […]
RF generators produce test signals to 40 GHz
The SMB100B series from Rohde & Schwarz produces microwave carriers to 40 GHz. Test-instrument manufacturer Rohde & Schwarz introduced a series of four microwave signal generators, the SMB100B. The instruments come with four models depending on top frequency: 12.75 GHz, 20 GHz, 31.8 GHz, and 40 GHz. All models support AM, FM, phase, and pulse […]
Embedded Systems
Advanced development tools tailored for general-purpose, 32-bit RISC-V MCUs
IAR announced enhancements to its premier development environment to support the first general-purpose 32-bit RISC-V MCUs with Renesas’ internally developed CPU core. This enhanced offering includes advanced debugging capabilities and sophisticated … [Read More...] about Advanced development tools tailored for general-purpose, 32-bit RISC-V MCUs
Compact SSDs support PCIe Gen 4×4 with enhanced data integrality and i-temp compatibility
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation introduced the new generation FerriSSD NVMe PCIe Gen 4 x4 BGA SSD. This latest solution features support for i-temp and integrates advanced IntelligentSeries technology, delivering robust data integrity in … [Read More...] about Compact SSDs support PCIe Gen 4×4 with enhanced data integrality and i-temp compatibility
Podcasts
Tescan’s UniTOM HR is focus of Episode 9 of R&D 100 – The Podcast
R&D World editors Paul Heney and Aimee Kalnoskas are back, and this time they’re talking about a lot of news, in addition to the technology of the day. First, they delve into some important updates about the R&D 100 Awards for 2023 — and then dip their toes into the strange new world of AI […]