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Panasonic Industry and Symbiotech release new Wirepas Mesh Demo Kit for BLE flagship module PAN1780

Panasonic Industry recently announced that it approached the Finnish mesh firmware innovators from Wirepas to integrate their patented advanced mesh connectivity into the PAN1780, a Bluetooth 5 Low Energy Module that is based on the Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF52840 single-chip controller. Now, the company has good news again for all designers …

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Introducing AAEON’s RTC-1020: A rugged tablet “redefining durability and performance”

AAEON’s latest innovation, the RTC-1020 rugged tablet, is now proudly offered through Display Technology. Designed to provide unparalleled utility and performance, the RTC-1020 sets new standards in rugged computing, boasting exceptional certifications and key features that make it the ultimate choice for professionals across industries. The RTC-1020 stands as a …

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RS further expands DesignSpark capabilities with new Product Design Centre

RS Group, a global provider of product and service solutions, has further expanded the capability of DesignSpark – its fast-growing online community for engineers – with its new ‘Product Design Centre’. The design centre includes a rich pool of technical information on more than one billion electronic component part numbers, enabling …

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In2tec makes strides in electronics sustainability and delivers on WEEE recycling protocols

A UK company is aiming to change the way manufacturers produce conventional electronics, through state-of-the-art sustainable production techniques that address the way electronics are currently recycled. In doing so, they are delivering on agreed waste recycling protocols and looking to work with government to further embed these protocols in the …

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Ventec International and Giga Solutions forge one-stop-shop cooperative agreement for PCB production

Ventec International has announced a cooperative agreement with UK-based Giga Solutions. By leveraging Ventec’s purchasing, finance and sales resources, the new ‘Ventec Giga Solutions’ division is said to provide a sustainable, cost-effective platform and organisation to offer full workflow solutions to Ventec’s PCB and related industry customer base globally. These …

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UK connector revenues are up 6% year-on-year, but down 6% on Q1 2023, with distribution holding at 7% year-on-year

In its half-year report for 2023, ITSA members remain optimistic, despite a tough quarter for the order-book, with sharp declines in the Communications, Data-Processing and Broadcast markets. Other Key Stats: – Orders have dropped away sharply against 2022, but are up over Q1 2023. Book to Bill for the quarter …

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SICK announces major upgrade to colour sensor portfolio

SICK has announced a major advance in its colour sensor portfolio, with the launch of its CSS and CSX high resolution and high-speed devices. SICK’s newly developed flagship CSS colour sensor is said to lead the way with best-in-class colour resolution and the ability to distinguish even the slightest nuances …

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Optical spectrum analyzer MS9740B enhances high-power laser diode measurement function

Anritsu Corporation introduces the measurement function (MS9740B-020) for Optical Spectrum Analyzer MS9740B that evaluates a pulsed Laser Diode (LD) chip. The new solution is said to reduce the test time for pulsed LD chip, contributing to improved production efficiency of high-power LD chip. LD chip manufacturers and optical equipment vendors …

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Farnell adds the new BeagleV-Ahead single board computer to its portfolio

 Farnell is now stocking the newly introduced BeagleV-Ahead, the first professional, open-source mass production RISC-V single board computer (SBC) by Beagleboard.org. BeagleV-Ahead is in the same form factor and has the same P8 and P9 cape header pins as BeagleBone Black, enabling developers to stack their favourite BeagleBone cape on …

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Vicor introduces new e-book into its power module resource library to support aerospace, defence and satellite applications

Vicor, a specialist in high‑performance power modules, has released its new e-book detailing the innovation needed to manage high power demands across the aerospace, defence and satellite sectors. The new e-book – ‘Innovative and reliable power solutions for mission critical applications’ – highlights case studies and technical articles to provide …

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