Robin Mitchell

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Robin Mitchell is an electronic engineer who has been involved in electronics since the age of 13. After completing a BEng at the University of Warwick, Robin moved into the field of online content creation, developing articles, news pieces, and projects aimed at professionals and makers alike. Currently, Robin runs a small electronics business, MitchElectronics, which produces educational kits and resources.

5G networks could threaten aviation altimeters

Aviation experts in the US are furious with the installation of 5G networks near airports and believe that it could threaten aviation safety. How do radio altimeters work, why are

5G | 26-01-2022

As Predicted – Apple AirTags being used to track unsuspecting people

A recent report on Apple AirTags shows that they are already being used to track individuals for potentially criminal purposes. What are AirTags, why are they a bad idea, and how d

Privacy | 24-01-2022

What is an iSIM?

Recently, Qualcomm demonstrated the worlds first smartphone using an iSIM. What is an iSIM, what advantages does it bring, and could it be problematic for future designs? Wha

24-01-2022

What is TinyML?

Machine learning is an extremely powerful tool, but it is seldom found on microcontrollers. Why is executing AI on microcontrollers a difficult task, what is TinyML, and could futu

20-01-2022

What could be driving the decline of IoT innovation?

Verdict’s recent data shows a decline in patent applications in the IoT industry. What factors hinder the development of IoT devices, how significant are these factors, and what do

IoT | 20-01-2022

Pressure wave from the Tonga eruption detected in sensors around the world

The recent eruption of the Tonga volcanic eruption (2022) was so powerful that the shockwave from the eruption was captured in sensors worldwide. How do pressure sensors work, what

19-01-2022

Tesla looks to Mozambique for graphite to avoid China

Recently, Tesla announced that it had signed an agreement with a graphite mine in Mozambique for use in Tesla batteries. Why does the electronics industry involve so many countries

18-01-2022

Researchers develop smart face mask addon to improve mask usage

Recently, researchers have developed a new sensor that can be attached to most face masks that detect if the user is wearing the mask correctly. What challenges do masks face, what

17-01-2022