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Advances in charging infrastructure drive the rise of green mobility

Advances in charging infrastructure, EVs’ “energy supply station”, are directly related to the market growth of the vehicle of the future.

Breathe easy: How electrochemical sensors safeguard air quality

Design engineers seeking to develop more sustainable devices can turn to electrochemical gas sensors for a variety of applications that reduce carbon emissions, protect the environment and safeguard human health.

How AI TRiSM is laying foundations of trust for the Future of AI

AI TRiSM stands for “Artificial Intelligence (AI) Trust, Risk and Security Management”. In this era of flourishing AI, data communications and GPUs, the AI TRiSM framework is becoming increasingly important.

Using Open Standard Modules in the IoT age

When you think about embedded compute modules, you should be thinking small.

Solving the three major IoT challenges: Power Supply, Software Fragmentation, and Deployment

There are three major obstacles standing in the way of widespread IoT applications. They are: power supply issues, software fragmentation, and system deployment complexities.

AI is impacting passive and interconnect design

Engineers selecting passive and power components must consider the needs of AI running in the cloud and on high-performance computers. Moving huge amounts of data around is also influencing interconnect design.

Learn how AI and the latest CPM technologies optimize patient rehabilitation

Continuous passive motion (CPM) is now a critical part of patient rehabilitation. New technologies, including artificial intelligence, are helping medical OEMs take the next step to optimize patient therapy.

Designers lead advances in CT scanning field

High resolution and low dose are two of the latest developments in computed tomography equipment used by medical professionals. Looking inside tells us how these innovations are being achieved.

Home energy storage systems in the shift to green energy

As technology continues to advance and the market matures, home energy storage systems will play an increasingly important role in the future.

Cobots: The new darlings of factory automation

Cobots focus on interacting and collaborating with human workers. They bring a breath of fresh air to industrial automation and represent a new direction in automation technology.

The importance of programmable technology in a smarter digital age

Programmable technologies like PGA and programmable IC offer significant competitive advantages that will play an increasingly important role in the digital age.

How are OEMs joining the IoT trend?

The IoT gives manufacturers access to an unprecedented opportunity. To seize this opportunity, building all products and services from scratch is not always the most effective or economical choice.

Monitor your heartbeat, safeguard your health

Take a closer look at heart rate monitors, especially the technology, applications, and development of optical heart rate monitors.

The wonders of dedicated 5g networks

Energy storage is the most critical and challenging factor in the energy production and utilization chain. As it has a critical impact on energy efficiency, it is the focus of intensive research and development.

Take these steps to maximize performance of analog peripherals

For many embedded engineers, the microcontroller provides the beating heart of system design. More MCUs now integrate analog peripherals, reducing the need for additional analog components. This is where hardware and software come together.

Industrial energy storage for a sustainable future

Energy storage is the most critical and challenging factor in the energy production and utilization chain. As it has a critical impact on energy efficiency, it is the focus of intensive research and development.

A primer: Understand the importance of EMI and EMC in EVs

A strong understanding of the basics of electromagnetic interference and of electromagnetic compatibility is vital for any automotive engineering team. This article introduces the concepts as well as some initial checklist items.

EVs and the Quest for Electromagnetic Compatibility

For obvious and not-so-obvious reasons, EMI poses potentially serious problems for electric vehicles (EVs) and other electronic products and systems in their vicinity.

Digital interfaces are driving data in the automotive sector

High-speed automotive networks link independent control units. This article compares the role and specifications of Ethernet, CAN and SPE, and explores recent network innovations enabling zonal network architectures.

TTI transforms global supply chain into a competitive differentiator using Avnet business migration solutions

CUSTOMER CASE STUDY: See how Techtronic Industries used Avnet’s business migration solutions for insight into its supply chain, enabling it to make real-time decisions about chip inventory for its contract manufacturers worldwide.

Take a look inside your first board support package

A good board support package (BSP), or software development kit (SDK), provides a jump-start for embedded software developers. What are you expecting to find inside a BSP, and what should you be looking for?

An interview with a robotics pioneer

Wiring harnesses are the second heaviest component in a car. What would happen if we could print electrical connections directly to the chassis, or replace wires in other products? Avnet asked a pioneering company looking to do just that.

How do you make a cobot inherently safe?

As the market and uses for cobots grow, so does productivity. Cobots can quickly deliver an investment return when used alongside human operators. Given their close human proximity, how do you make cobots inherently safe?

Crucial role of analog front ends, creating bridge to digital world

Analog front end, or AFE, is something every electronics engineer has heard of but may have difficulty defining. The design of these versatile circuits varies by application, making them essential even in a digital world.

When GaN is too fast for your application, consider SiC instead

The best power converters are not always the ones that switch the fastest. Gallium Nitride (GaN) switches faster than other power transistors, but sometimes it is too fast. Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs may sometimes be a better option.

Take the programmable approach to smart sensing

A smart world depends on the data generated all around us. Take the programmable approach to capturing a smarter analog world. The right programmable gain amplifier (PGA) offers high analog performance with convenient digital control.

How to succeed with programmable analog

Programmable analog mixes things up. It is analog, but it's also digital. It is hardware, but it is software-defined. It takes analog peripherals to the next level. But it is hard to get right. Many have tried, here are the ones that have succeeded.

Private 5G networks are becoming fundamental to enterprises

Cellular networks are no longer the exclusive domain of traditional telecom operators. If you are looking for guaranteed service levels, you should consider a private 5G network. The key is to master mmWave and MIMO technologies.

How 5G networks support precision agriculture

Modern farming faces many challenges, but technology holds the key. Precision agriculture uses the latest technologies, enabled by 5G networks. Drones and robots have joined tractors and harvesters, becoming the hardware of farming.

Explore some real-world examples of private 5G networks

There are increasing examples of private 5G networks, but many more at the trial-and-test bed stage. Find out why all kinds of industries are building private 5G networks rather than using public 5G networks.

More industries seek performance benefits of private 5G networks

We have waited 10 years for public 5G networks. While real-world implementations of private networks are in their infancy. Owning one means you don’t have to wait any longer. You also get exclusive access to the performance 5G offers.

How to find the right op amp

Analog design relies heavily on many types of op amps. They are the most versatile of all electronic components and there are many parameters to consider when choosing the right device for your design.

Why you should be turning on to brushless DC motors

For most applications, brushless DC motors are the more flexible and efficient choice.

Understanding the analog aspect of data converters

There are many types of data converters available. First, choose the right architecture to meet your requirements. Comparison then helps you make the right choice for your application.

Reimagining the ‘things’ of IoT

While our collective vision for IoT’s impact on the future is grand in scale, it is still too easy for companies to get distracted by the minutiae of our present day IoT challenges.