The US is closer to passing a new law that would force branches of the government only to use IoT devices that meet a minimum level of security. Why is this law being brought in, what requirements does it suggest, and how can designers keep their IoT devices s...

IoT | By Sam Brown | 14-12-2020

The US is closer to passing a new law that would force branches of the government only to use IoT devices that meet a minimum level of security. Why is this law being brought in, what requirements does it suggest, and how can designers keep their IoT devices s...

Security | By Sam Brown | 14-12-2020

Recently, Intel announced a new updated quantum computing system, Horse Ridge II, that integrates new features into the older Horse Ridge I system. What challenges do quantum computers face, what is Horse Ridge, and what are the new features presented by Intel...

By Robin Mitchell | 14-12-2020

The importance of software in the electronics industry cannot be overstated, and most electronic engineers are required to code at some point in their life. What issues does software cause in the development of modern systems, what does Intel’s ControlFlag sys...

By Robin Mitchell | 12-12-2020

Recently, Micron reported a power outage at one of its memory production facilities, and the result was a sudden increase in share prices. What technologies do Micron develop, what happened during the power outage, and why is it newsworthy? What products does...

By Sam Brown | 11-12-2020

Advantech, an industrial processor and hardware specialist, has been hit by ransomware. Who is Advantech? What is the ransomware that has attacked them, and how is the malware landscape changing? Who is Advantech? Advantech is an industrial technology company...

By Robin Mitchell | 11-12-2020

Intel’s failure in the 7nm technology node has seen its competitors overtake in silicon technology, but Intel is still insistent on moving forward with its 5nm and 3nm plans. Why did Intel fall behind its competitors, what hurdles do manufacturers have to get...

By Sam Brown | 10-12-2020

What will the series cover? In this series of six blogs, we take a look at the key technologies defining the way robots are being designed and used today, and how that may evolve in the future. It will cover developments at the hardware and software level, and...

By Mark Patrick | 10-12-2020

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have become the most common rechargeable battery in modern-day society. They are used in a lot of consumer goods, as well as more advanced technologies. Li-ion batteries have become the norm thanks to their high stability, not ne...

By Liam Critchley | 09-12-2020

The world of MCUs is always moving fast, and the recent demonstration by STMicroelectronics and Schneider Electric show how AI is now entering the MCU world. How has MCU technology changed over the years, what was demonstrated, and how will it help future desi...

By Robin Mitchell | 09-12-2020

Once again, Apple is facing a fresh fine for falsely reporting their iPhone water-resistance capabilities. How has Apple presented a false narrative to customers, how often do manufacturers take advantage of laboratory conditions, and why should engineers exer...

By Robin Mitchell | 08-12-2020

When I first read about Covid virus killing robots that will cruise around a building zapping the virus, I thought great. How about having one of these as a shopping buddy when visiting my local supermarket?  It would trundle up to the shop with me and then ki...

By Paul Whytock | 08-12-2020