SmartMEMs sensors enable always-on tracking
STMicroelectronics’ smart sensors implement selectable power modes and resolution that help optimise energy efficiency and performance.
3D printing adds new twist to stretchable electronics
Stretchable electronics needs to overcome "mismatches" between the flexible elastomer base and more brittle electronic conductors.
Op-amps amplify electrochemical sensors’ signal
Electrochemical sensors require specific op-amps to drive them and to amplify the signal (current) they generate.
Isolated μModule transceiver serves up protection
The LTM2885 micromodule transceiver protects from ground-to-ground differentials with 6.5kV reinforced isolation and clearance distances.
Light sensor adds green LED for heart rate monitoring
The ALS-PD50-42C's signal is unaffected by signal interferences caused by people’s skin colour, tattoos and hair on the skin.
Weltrend snags design win for heart rate monitoring
The reference design combines Weltrend Semiconductor's WTHRM122 HRM MCU with New Japan Radio's optical sensor and ROHM's KXTJ2-1009 accelerometer.
Murata acquires 3D silicon capacitor expertise
France-based IPDiA specialises in developing integrated passive devices, including 3D silicon capacitors.
3-axis MEMS accelerometers detect structural defects
The analog-output ADXL354 and digital-output ADXL355 offer selectable measurement ranges of ±2g to ±8g and low 0g offset drift.
CMOS-compatible memristors closely mimic synapses
Compared to three-terminal CMOS synaptic circuits, the two-terminal device doesn't require complex circuitry to simulate synaptic behaviour.
PCB tech shrinks designs with 25µm linewidth
DenciTec enables the production of circuits with extremely high density without the disadvantages of the established manufacturing processes.
Medical imaging chip unit volume to reach 73m
However, year-over-year global revenue growth from semiconductors used in medical imaging is flat, due to optical component price erosion.
Compact spray valve promises uniform, accurate spray control
The cost-effective 781Mini series from Nordson targets applications of low-to-medium viscosity fluids in a range of industries such as mobile…
