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FAQ on wave and reflow soldering for PC boards: part 1
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (326+ words) Modern electronic products of all types and applications would not be possible without the availability of high-density, low-cost printed circuit (PC) boards packed with tiny passive and active components. Some of these components are less than one millimeter square, while…...
XMC and mPCIe modules combine programmable logic with real-time processing
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (256+ words) Acromag has released a series of FPGA modules based on AMD Zynq UltraScale+" MPSoC devices for embedded I/O processing and logic functions in industrial and real-time systems. These modules combine a programmable logic fabric with an integrated ARM-based processing…...
Edge AI applications include arc fault detection and condition monitoring
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (93+ words) Microchip Technology has introduced full-stack edge AI solutions built around its microcontrollers and microprocessors to support real-time inferencing in industrial, automotive, data center and IoT applications. The platform integrates deployable pre-trained models, application code and development tools including MPLAB X…...
Expandable edge computer adds dockable PCIe module support
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (90+ words) The NDiS B340 from NEXCOM is a fanless edge computer based on low-power Intel platforms including Amston Lake X series, Intel N97 and Intel Processor N150, designed with a dockable PCIe expansion option for scalable edge deployments. The system supports dual HDMI 2.0 4K@60Hz outputs,…...
Taoglas claims first ever AI-driven antenna selection tool
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (70+ words) AI-driven Antenna Product Recommendation Engine from Taoglas" is a web-based selection tool that uses an AI model trained on Taoglas design knowledge to recommend antennas and RF components based on application requirements. The tool scans Taoglas" antenna portfolio across frequencies,…...
How do I choose the right mechanical attachment for my heat sink?
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (463+ words) February 6, 2026 By Rakesh Kumar, PhD Mechanical attachments for heat sinks depend on various factors, such as package type, pressure distribution, mechanical shock, vibrations, and geometry, to name a few. This FAQ discusses six mechanical attachments for heat sinks and the…...
Space-grade LVDS driver supports data rates up to 600 Mbps
5+ day, 20+ hour ago (96+ words) The RHFLVDS41 low-voltage differential signaling driver from STMicroelectronics is a QML-V qualified device designed for high-speed space data links with data rates up to 600 Mbps. The driver operates over a 2.3 V to 3.6 V supply range, supports compatibility with modern low-voltage logic…...
Module regulates voltage from under point of load
5+ day, 20+ hour ago (176+ words) Microchip's MCPF1525 power module is packaged for vertical power delivery. With data centers consuming what seems like the world's electricity supply, anything engineers can do to reduce consumption helps. Placing voltage regulators directly under their loads shortens the trip and thus…...
Transcat to distribute, calibrate Ametek Programmable Power supplies in Americas
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (92+ words) AMETEK Programmable Power has appointed Transcat, Inc. as its exclusive distributor, calibration partner and rental provider for programmable power and test systems across the United States and South America. Under the agreement, Transcat will supply AMETEK's AC/DC power supplies,…...
What is an AI governor and how does it relate to physical AI?
6+ day, 12+ hour ago (565+ words) February 5, 2026 By Jeff Shepard An AI governor is a framework, set of policies, or an oversight mechanism designed to ensure that the development and use of AI systems are ethical, safe, transparent, and compliant with legal and societal standards. The…...