This article was written by Daniel Theis - Technical Manager at Rhopoint Components. The removal of lead from electronic components has been an ongoing process since the late 1990s, driven by environmental and health concerns. Subsequently, regulations formali...

Technical Analysis | By Jack Pollard | 31-01-2025

A segment of e-textile showcasing the flexibility of inkjet-printed graphene. Credit: Marzia Dulal While flexible electronics hold immense promise for transforming wearables, they also face a host of challenges—ranging from rigidity and fragility to environme...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 31-01-2025

Key Takeaways about Point Of Care Sensors and 5G Networks Revolutionize Health Care  Point-of-care diagnostic sensors make remote health monitoring a reality.  Patients can not only leave the hospital earlier but also have their vi...

Insights | By Gary Elinoff | 29-01-2025

TME is proud to announce the inclusion of Lifud Technology Co., Ltd. products in its expanding catalog. This strategic addition underscores TME’s commitment to offering cutting-edge solutions to the lighting industry.   Lifud has established itself as a leade...

Buyer News | By Matthew Walker | 28-01-2025

TME (Transfer Multisort Elektronik) has established itself as a prominent player in global distribution. A cornerstone of its success lies in its modern logistics centres strategically positioned in central Europe. These facilities ensure a seamless balance b...

Buyer News | By Matthew Walker | 28-01-2025

China is set to host the world's first human-robot marathon, marking a significant milestone in robotics and artificial intelligence. In April, Beijing will witness humanoid robots running alongside human participants in a half-marathon, reflecting China's st...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 27-01-2025

Key Things to Know: Heat pump adoption, driven by bans on fossil fuel boilers, could reduce primary energy requirements by 12% by 2050, improving overall energy efficiency. A Nature Communications study highlights that the addition...

Technical Analysis | By Liam Critchley | 23-01-2025

While AI has traditionally relied on conventional power grids, the exponential increase in computational demands has prompted the search for alternative, reliable, and large-scale energy solutions. Recently, the UK government unveiled a groundbreaking plan to...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 22-01-2025

Oslo, Norway - October 29, 2016: Dedicated Electric Car Charging Stations in the Capital City Parking Area. While electric vehicles (EVs) have long been hailed as a pathway to reducing global carbon emissions, the reality of mass adoption remains fraught wit...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 21-01-2025

While artificial intelligence (AI) has long been championed as a catalyst for technological innovation, its rapid adoption also raises a host of economic, social, and practical considerations. Recently, the UK government unveiled an ambitious action plan to e...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 20-01-2025

MIT engineers have devised a technique to stack electronic layers seamlessly, producing faster, denser, and more powerful computer chips. Triangular semiconducting particles (pink) are confined within squares to form high-quality elements, layered directly at...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 17-01-2025

The Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) has praised the latest CHIPS and Science Act incentives announced by the US Department of Commerce. These incentives support significant investments by Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) and Coherent, aimed at strengthenin...

Buyer News | By Jack Pollard | 16-01-2025