How does a Qvar sensor work? 29 March 2023, Analogue, Mixed Signal, LSI Qvar is an electrostatic sensor from STMicroelectronics that can be used for human presence and motion detection, touch detection, and user interface (UI) applications.
Ultra-compact, low-power, NB-IoT module with GNSS capability 29 March 2023, Altron Arrow, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT STMicroelectronics’ ST87M01 ultra-compact and low-power modules combine highly reliable and robust NB-IoT data communication with accurate and resilient GNSS geo-location capability for IoT devices and assets.
Prolonging the life of solder tips 29 March 2023, Testerion, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services Since the move from lead to lead-free solders, a common complaint has been short tip life, with the higher heat needed for lead-free solders and flux leading to faster tip burn-out.
The cybersecurity skills gap needs time and investment to address 28 February 2023 As data becomes increasingly valuable and an increasingly more attractive target for cybercriminals, cybersecurity is one area that needs to be addressed as a matter of priority.
SA businesses need to encourage women in tech 28 February 2023 To remain competitive in a rapidly changing technological landscape, businesses need to cultivate and support women in tech.
2023 is the year of making it easy in IoT 28 February 2023, Quectel Wireless Solutions, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT As IoT connectivity matures to support the era of massive IoT, there’s a need for connectivity procurement and for management, to be simplified and streamlined, and to offer greater flexibility.
A guide to battery fast charging 28 February 2023, Altron Arrow, Power Electronics / Power Management While higher battery capacity increases a device’s operating life, keeping the charging time down on these larger capacities presents additional challenges for designers.
Steps to commissioning a solar power system for maximum performance 28 February 2023, Comtest, Power Electronics / Power Management Commissioning a new PV installation is necessary as it establishes a baseline of performance for customer acceptance and follow-on maintenance, and is important not only for PV system performance, but also for the longevity of equipment, safety, ROI, and warranties.
The OMRON network safety advantage 28 February 2023, Omron Electronics, Circuit & System Protection When designing a safety solution for a machine or application, a fundamental consideration is whether to implement it as a standalone or network safety solution.
New solar panel plant to provide power to the community 28 February 2023, News A new solar panel plant in Cape Town hopes to make a difference in providing both employment and affordable solar panels to low-income households across southern Africa.
Measuring over-the-air uplink interference 28 February 2023, Concilium Technologies Cell phones are more prone to interference impairments since their transmission power (UL) is much lower than the base station one (DL). This means that any interfering signal in the uplink (UL), even ...
AI set to revolutionise the education sector 28 February 2023, AI & ML, Edge Computing & IIoT Artificial Intelligence has made remarkable strides in numerous industries, and the integration of AI into the educational sector has the potential to revolutionise the way we learn and teach.
From the editor's desk: The dawn of a new era in education 28 February 2023, Technews Publishing, News
During the recent holiday season, I was having a discussion regarding AI, and the conversation eventually found its way to the pros and cons of this relatively new technology. As with all new tech that ...
What to look for when choosing a soldering station EMP 2023 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook, Allan McKinnon & Associates, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services If you’re in the market for a soldering iron, there are many options available, and whether you are an old hand at these tools or newer to the scene, there is value in knowing the full range of options available.
The advantages of using a micro nozzle EMP 2023 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook, MyKay Tronics, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services A micro nozzle is Pillarhouse’s patented 1,5 mm nozzle which helps to solve the challenges of particularly small nozzle requirements in selective soldering.
Complete engineering solution for PCB assembly and test EMP 2023 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook, ASIC Design Services, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services Valor Process Preparation provides a single environment for all stages of the manufacturing process, including assembly, test. and inspection. It is the only complete process engineering solution available for PCB manufacturing.
Is it ‘back to normal’ or should we continue with digital resilience? EMP 2023 Electronics Manufacturing & Production Handbook, Schneider Electric South Africa, Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services As companies in South Africa revert to a semblance of ‘normality’, many businesses are moving their employees and operations back to the original workplace. However, digital transformation and the mobilisation of a remote workforce should not have been in vain, and organisations should continue to leverage these established systems and investment.
Matter protocol is finally released 23 November 2022, News The Connectivity Standards Alliance and its members have released the Matter 1.0 standard and certification programme which will usher in a new era of the IoT.
The significance of the Matter standard 23 November 2022, Altron Arrow, DSP, Micros & Memory Matter is an automation connectivity standard that has been designed with the main purpose of reducing fragmentation across IoT products from different vendors, and this will transform the automation landscape by achieving interoperability among smart home platforms.
A perfect match: Cloud-based positioning and LoRaWAN 23 November 2022, RF Design, Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT u-blox’s cloud-based positioning solution, M10 + CloudLocate, makes a perfect match for use with LoRaWAN. This combination allows for best-in-class synergy between GNSS technology and long-range wireless