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New Tech Tuesdays: Noise-Free Living with Whole-House Noise Canceling

On August 14, 2023 in All, Audio, General, New Tech Tuesdays by Rudy Ramos

Urban living can be noisy and detrimental to well-being. Whole-house noise-cancellation systems offer a solution. They use destructive interference to cancel out sounds. With professional help, homeowners can create a tranquil environment shielded from urban noise.

Tagged With: acoustic tiles, active noise canceling, anc, destructive interference, noise canceling systems, noise pollution, passive noise canceling, soundproofing, whole house noise canceling

Edge Computing Hardware Evolves to Meet IoT Demands

On August 11, 2023 in All, Computing, General, IoT, Wireless by Brian Santo

The edge is getting smarter as IoT devices take on more complex tasks and become less dependent on a central cloud, instead processing data locally using AI inference without compromising security or privacy.

Tagged With: applications, cloud, connectivity, data, developers, device, devices, edge computing, edge devices, internet of things, iot, networking, privacy, telecom, telecommunications

High Power Connections for Energy Storage Solutions

On August 9, 2023 in All, Connectors, General, Power by Molex

Advances in battery and ESS technologies enable greater reliance on renewable sources, allowing homeowners and businesses to manage their energy needs better and reduce dependence on the traditional grid.

Tagged With: battery technology, energy efficiency, energy security, energy storage solutions, grid stabilization, molex, powerwize high-current interconnect system, renewable energy, sustainable economy, user safety

What Are Piezo-Phototronics?

On August 9, 2023 in All, Energy Harvesting, General, Sensors by Liam Critchley

Piezo-phototronic materials share many characteristics with piezotronic materials that help modulate charge carriers and electric currents at different semiconducting interfaces, but they also have photoexcitation properties that enable them to enhance a range of optoelectronic devices.

Tagged With: diodes, gaas, inn, leds, nanomaterials, nanotechnology, nanowires, photodetector, photonics, photovoltaics, piezoelectric, piezo-phototronics, piezotronic, pv, solar cells, zno

New Tech Tuesdays: Unleash Your Adventurous Side: Boondocking with Smart Water Solutions

On August 7, 2023 in All, General, New Tech Tuesdays, Sensors by Rudy Ramos

Boondocking has become a favored choice for those seeking an off-grid camping experience. However, limited water supply poses a challenge. Innovative water-saving systems like graywater recycling and rainwater harvesting offer hope for extended boondocking trips.

Tagged With: boondocking, desolate landscapes, national parks, off-grid adventure, rigs, rv parks, rving, sustainable water management, water supply, water-saving systems

New Tech Tuesdays: Nuclear Power's Second Chance: The Advent of Diamond Batteries

On July 31, 2023 in All, Energy Harvesting, General, IoT, Low Power, New Tech Tuesdays, Power by Rudy Ramos

In response to escalating energy demands, new research into diamond batteries—nuclear units harnessing radioactive isotopes—presents an innovative approach to recycling nuclear waste and power generation. With an exceptional lifespan, these devices may provide power to niche or remote applications.

Tagged With: advanced nuclear technologies, battery management systems, bms, diamond batteries, long-life power source, nuclear waste recycling, renewable energy

Making Sense of Smell Sensors

On July 28, 2023 in All, General, IoT, Sensors by David Pike

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are increasingly used for complex decision-making, with sensors vital in providing necessary information. Olfactory sensors, for example, can detect odors from hidden or obscured objects, making them unique and versatile.

Tagged With: artificial sensors, internet of things, iot, machine senses, olfactory sensors, sensors, smell as a machine sense

Power the Future of Urban Air Mobility

On July 27, 2023 in Connectors, General by Harwin

The eVTOL industry requires robust battery management systems with connectors such as Harwin's Datamate, which offer compactness, lightness, resilience, electromagnetic interference resistance, and high-quality standards, ensuring safe and efficient operation in this rapidly evolving sector.

Tagged With: aircraft design, battery management systems, connector selection, eVTOL industry, harwin, lithium-ion batteries, urban air mobility

Edge Impulse Fundamentals Part Four

On July 25, 2023 in All, Computing, General by Mike Parks

Part 4 of the Edge Impulse Fundamentals series looks at the learning and output blocks that create the impulse workflow.

Tagged With: decision trees, edge device, edge impulse, edge impulse studio, learning blocks, machine learning model, neural network, processing blocks, real-time edge inferencing, vector machines

New Tech Tuesdays: onsemi's EliteSiC: Revolutionizing Power Electronics with Enhanced Silicon Carbide Technology

On July 24, 2023 in All, Automation, General, Industrial, Motor Control, New Tech Tuesdays, Power, RF, Robotics by Rudy Ramos

Experience the future of power electronics with onsemi’s EliteSiC technology. Discover how the advanced properties of SiC enhance efficiency, performance, and reliability. From higher efficiency and compact designs to faster switching speeds and improved reliability, EliteSiC is set to revolutionize industries.

Tagged With: compact design, elitesic, energy management, ev, faster switching speeds, higher power density, industrial power supplies, onsemi, power electronics, sic, silicon carbide

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