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By Dr Matthew Dyson, Principal Technology Analyst at IDTechEx How far is printed/flexible electronics along the road to widespread adoption? The emerging manufacturing methodology, which replaces etched copper laminate with printed conductive inks on flexible substrates, offers multiple benefits, including flexibility/stretchability, the potential for low-cost roll-to-roll production, digital manufacturing/rapid prototyping, …

With the HFD5 from Hongfa, Rutronik adds – what is said to be – the smallest signal relay currently available on the market to its portfolio, measuring 9.0 mm x 4.8 mm x 4.9 mm. It is also the first of the 5th generation and is suitable for innovative applications …

Outdoor applications such as agricultural machinery or process plants require highly robust connection technology that can withstand extreme conditions such as submersion and high-pressure cleaning. HECs from binder are also resistant to chemicals, corrosion and UV light. In addition to power supply, in hybrid design, they can also ensure the …

Anglia Components has presented its franchised supplier, Phoenix Contact, with an engraved silver salver to commemorate the company’s 100th anniversary. Phoenix Contact was the recipient of Anglia’s inaugural Supplier of the Year award earlier this year, and last year Anglia itself celebrated its 50th anniversary. John Bowman, marketing director at …

Electronic components are an integral part of modern technology. As the basis for building various electronic devices and systems, the quality of electronic components is critical to product reliability and performance. Why does Electronics Quality Matter? First, reliability is a key factor. Whether you are an individual consumer or a …

Legrand UK & Ireland has announced a new brand vision which sees the introduction of business units that align with the present and future needs of customers, providing easier access than ever to its end-to-end electrical solutions. Putting customers at the heart of the company by bringing together its teams …

Comau will be developing an energy efficient cell formation chamber as part of its work with GIGABAT, a pan-European initiative aimed at supporting the sustainable and ecological transition towards e-Mobility. As such, GIGABAT seeks to consolidate a large-scale European battery cell manufacturing value chain, with Comau and the other consortium …

We have known for a long time that risks and opportunities coexist, but in the current economic situation, how can enterprises reduce risks in their supply chains? Proved by many facts, supplier diversification is an important strategy of supply chain management. So what is supplier diversity? It refers to the …

To address the growing consumer wearable electronics market, adhesives supplier Intertronics has introduced the Dymax 9200-W Series of next generation light curable encapsulants and structural and optical-positioning adhesives. The range is made with low-sensitising ingredients for products that are touching, or near, the skin such as smartwatches, fitness trackers, VR …

Mouser Electronics, an authorised distributor of semiconductor and electronic components, has launched a new eBook in collaboration with Molex, a global electronics and connectivity specialist. The Power of Innovation and Data: Revolutionising Industrial, Healthcare, Automotive and Data Centres explores challenges relating to decentralisation of centres, data integrity, security and the …