Recently, researchers from the University of California published their findings on a newly developed device capable of monitoring critical heart functions via ultrasound. What challenges do previous ultrasonic devices face, what did the researchers develop, a...

Technical Analysis | By Robin Mitchell | 05-06-2023

Recently, researchers have demonstrated a revolutionary technology that helps those with paralysis to regain motor capabilities, with one paralysed man having restored his ability to walk. Drawing from my experience as an electronic engineer and my understandi...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 05-06-2023

In the ever-evolving world of technology, the demand for computational power is a constant. As engineers continue to push the boundaries of what's possible, the need for more robust and efficient systems becomes increasingly apparent. This is particularly true...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 02-06-2023

Getting a diagnosis for sleep disorders can be extremely expensive, and this often leads to many with long-lasting conditions such as sleep apnoea which can harm health. Now, researchers have developed a new wearable sensor and accompanying software tools to d...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 01-06-2023

The faithful Ethernet cable (and its supposed protocol) turns 50 years old, and despite its age, it continues to power network infrastructure all around the world. How has Ethernet changed over the years, why does it remain a popular choice for engineers, and...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 31-05-2023

In the ever-evolving landscape of electronic engineering, piezoelectric materials stand out as a cornerstone for a myriad of electronic devices. Harnessing the piezoelectric effect, these materials ingeniously convert mechanical movement into electricity and,...

Technical Analysis | By Liam Critchley | 31-05-2023

Times are exciting for Samsung as it gets ready to demonstrate its latest breakthroughs in 3nm and 4nm technologies in June. What challenges does shrinking transistors present, what can be expected from Samsung’s new nodes, and does this mean that Moore’s Law...

Semiconductors | By Robin Mitchell | 30-05-2023

Times are exciting for Samsung as it gets ready to demonstrate its latest breakthroughs in 3nm and 4nm technologies in June. What challenges does shrinking transistors present, what can be expected from Samsung’s new nodes, and does this mean that Moore’s Law...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 30-05-2023

Recently, researchers from MIT published their work on an electronic glove that can be used to control dreams and help inspire creativity. Why is trying to control dreams generally challenging? What did the researchers develop, and how could it be used to help...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 30-05-2023

Autonomous vehicles are dependent on advanced sensor systems such as LiDAR and cameras, but damage to their lenses can result in traffic accidents, something which is already introducing challenges. Recently, researchers from Korea have developed a lens with s...

Insights | By Robin Mitchell | 30-05-2023

Recently, researchers from the University of Nottingham have been awarded £900K to develop smart wound sensors that can be used to determine if a wound is healing or is infected, thereby reducing the damage done from secondary infections in patients suffering...

In The News | By Robin Mitchell | 27-05-2023

As the number of IoT devices continues to grow exponentially, millions of devices around the world remain vulnerable to cyberattacks, and a recently discovered vulnerability in the WeMo Smart Plug Mini V2 will not be fixed, forcing owners to replace them or in...

IoT | By Robin Mitchell | 27-05-2023