INSIDER: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Medical Robotic Hand? Rubbery Semiconductor Makes It Possible
Researchers at the University of Houston report that they have designed and produced a smart electronic skin and a medical robotic hand capable of assessing vital diagnostic...
INSIDER: Design
2D Materials for Extra Thin Computer Chips
For a long time, something important has been regularly neglected in electronics. If you want to make electronic components smaller and smaller, you also need the right insulator materials. This...
INSIDER: Wearables
Researchers Devise Efficient, Scalable Process for Fabricating MXene Films That Block Electromagnetic Interference
The proliferation and miniaturization of electronics in devices, wearables, medical implants, and other applications has...
INSIDER: Photonics/Optics
Researchers Have Developed the World’s Smallest Ultrasound Detector
Researchers at Helmholtz Zentrum München and the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed the world’s smallest ultrasound detector. Based on...
Special Reports: Electronics & Computers
RF & Microwave Electronics - October 2020
In this compendium of recent articles from the editors of Aerospace & Defense Technology and Tech Briefs, read about how advances in RF electronics are enabling new applications in space and...
Special Reports: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Medical Manufacturing and Outsourcing - October 2020
Discover how advances in factory automation, robotics, 3D printing and other fabrication technologies are shaping the future of medical device manufacturing in this Special Report – a...
Special Reports: IoMT
Electronics Innovations - October 2020
In this compendium of articles from the editors of Tech Briefs magazine, discover how advances in electronic components are enabling game-changing applications in mobile healthcare/wearables, autonomous...
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Possible Significant Response Speedup from Detuning a Resonator Bolometer
Products: Electronics & Computers
New on the Market: October 2020
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Using Silicon for Battery Anodes
Facility Focus: Transportation
Facility Focus: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Hybrid Material is an Efficient Photodetector
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Optical Neural Network Recognizes Objects Instantly
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Mass-Producible, Centimeter-Scale Metalens
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Bending an Organic Semiconductor Boosts Electrical Flow
NASA Spinoff: Robotics, Automation & Control
Autonomous Drone Navigation System Ends Reliance on GPS
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
“One-Way” Electronic Devices
Articles: Materials
Products of Tomorrow: October 2020
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Integrated Microchips for Electronic Skin
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
3D-Printed Soft, Rubbery Brain Implants
Briefs: Software
Algorithm Protects Networks by Detecting Adversarial Actions
Briefs: Unmanned Systems
Testing Swarming Drones
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Method Turns Nearly any Object into a Data Storage Unit
Briefs: Energy
Laser Inversion Enables Multi-Material 3D Printing
Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
Technology Advances Learning Capabilities of Drone Swarms
Articles: Imaging
Simple Robot Vision Tools Support Complex Applications
Briefs: Aerospace
Nanocardboard Aircraft with No Moving Parts
5 Ws: Green Design & Manufacturing
5 Ws of Algae-Based Flip-Flops
Briefs: Materials
3D Additive Manufacturing with a High-Power Electron Gun
Briefs: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Drawing Electronics on Human Skin
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Controlling Defects in 3D Printing
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Quantum Switch Turns Metals into Insulators
Q&A: Lighting
Q&A: NanoLED Architecture Overcomes Efficiency Droop
Briefs: Transportation
AI Software Enables Real-Time 3D Printing Quality Assessment
Briefs: Aerospace
Bio-Inspired Wing Design for Small Drones
Briefs: Automotive
Wavy Surfaces for Better Light Control
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Algorithm Defends Against Side-Channel Attacks on Hardware
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Laser Spark Distribution and Ignition System
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Self-Heating Battery Enables Quick Recharging of Electric Vehicles
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Combined Optical Transmitter and Receiver
Briefs: Photonics/Optics
Measuring Optical Null Lens Aberrations
Briefs: IoMT
System Eases Networking Lag in Massive IoT Devices
Briefs: Electronics & Computers
Perovskite Solar Cells Take the Heat
Briefs: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Fluoride Materials for Extra-Thin Computer Chips
Briefs: Semiconductors & ICs
Electronics Mimic the Human Brain in Biological Learning
Briefs: Green Design & Manufacturing
Industrial-Grade Open Source
Briefs: Robotics, Automation & Control
Drones Change Shape Mid-Flight
Briefs: Motion Control
Soft, Self-Actuated Pump for Mechatronic Devices
Articles: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Open Controllers Simplify Automation Systems
Articles: Imaging
Rapid Prototyping of Cable and Connectors for Unique Applications
Application Briefs: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Custom Gimbal for JHU-APL Shows Promise for Others
Products: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
New Products: October 2020 Motion Design
Briefs: Motion Control
Origami-Inspired Miniature Manipulator
Articles: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Torque Limiters 101: Benefits, Types, and Comparisons
Special Reports: RF & Microwave Electronics
Aerospace & Defense - October 2020
In this compendium of recent articles from the editors of Tech Briefs and Aerospace & Defense Technology, you'll learn about NASA's return to the moon with Apollo's twin sister Artemis, how autonomous...
Technology Leaders: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Protecting the New Generation of Sensors and Electronics: Smarter and Smaller Requires Advanced Protection
Products: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Product of the Month: October 2020 Tech Briefs
Podcasts: Manufacturing & Prototyping
Here's an Idea: 3D Printing in Space
On-Demand Webinars: Automotive
Helping HEV/EV Batteries Go the Distance and Stay Cool Under Pressure
As the number of electric vehicles grows, so does the need for advancements in battery technologies, especially in areas of thermal management, safety, durability,...
INSIDER: Robotics, Automation & Control
Soft Robots Deliver Medical Treatments
Researchers created a way to send tiny, soft robots into humans. Doctors would use magnetic fields to steer the soft robot inside the body, bringing medications or treatments to places that need...
Question of the Week: Photonics/Optics
Will Flat Fisheye Lenses Play a Greater Role in Medical Imaging and Consumer Electronics?
A recent Tech Briefs TV video demonstrated an achievement from engineers at MIT and the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. The teams designed the first completely flat fisheye lens to produce crisp, 180-degree panoramic images. The lenses, according to...
On-Demand Webinars: Test & Measurement
Standardization for Automated-Vehicle Testing and Simulation
With an ever-increasing worldwide number of automated-vehicle developers comes the need for standards for physical and simulation testing. There currently are many global and regional endeavors to formulate AV testing standards, but the piecemeal nature of these efforts...
White Papers: Design
How to Select the Right Transformer for High Voltage Energy Storage
Efficient power isolation is necessary to help increase safety in today’s automotive designs that use high voltage energy storage. Bourns’ app note details the advanced,...
White Papers: Medical
Extruding High-Performance Thermoplastic Filaments for 3D Printing
Over the last few years, high performance thermoplastics have become a widely discussed topic in the 3D printing community. However, due to the characteristics of high...
White Papers: Electronics & Computers
The Pushbutton-Sized SmartDisplay™ Single Switch Solution from NKK Switches Offers Multifunction Capabilities, Many Display Options, and Ease of Use
What do products as diverse as automotive instruments and electrolyzed-water systems have...
On-Demand Webinars: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Rotary Position Sensing for EV Powertrain Applications
This 30-minute Webinar examines a patented breakthrough sensor technology for electric vehicle (EV) traction motor applications. These rotary position sensors are an alternative...
Blog: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
Researchers Prove Their Elastic Exosuit Eases Back Stress
Blog: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Is the Public Ready for a Level-4 Autonomous Vehicle?
White Papers: AR/AI
Machine Learning and Virtualization are Driving the Future of Manufacturing
In the smart factory of the future virtualization and machine learning will optimize productivity, reduce waste, improve product quality and eliminate unplanned...
Question of the Week: Sensors/Data Acquisition
Will We Someday 'Draw' Sensors On Our Skin?
A Tech Brief featured in our October issue showcases how University of Missouri researchers are creating pencil-drawn sensors. The engineers demonstrated that the simple combination of pencils and paper could be used to create personal, health-monitoring devices.
On-Demand Webinars: Automotive
Best Practices for Avoiding Systematic Faults and Handling Random Faults in Automotive Electronic Systems
As automotive electronic systems become increasingly complex, the potential impact on the safety of the vehicle’s occupants and bystanders becomes a critical consideration. As per ISO 26262 guidelines, two classes of safety...
On-Demand Webinars: Robotics, Automation & Control
How to Identify Good Collaborative Robot Projects
Statistics show that collaborative automation is the fastest growing segment in the industry – and for good reason. Cobots are safe, easy to use, and quick to deploy. To get...
White Papers: Connectivity
Addressing the Time to Charge Industrial and Commercial Transportation Vehicles
Refueling a commercial vehicle at the lowest cost in the shortest amount of time has always been a critical piece of the total cost of ownership (TCO) puzzle. As...
White Papers: Design
The State of Product Development & Hardware Design 2020
The most successful companies are always striving to get better, to deliver more innovative products and get them to market faster. What do today’s product development teams think...
On-Demand Webinars: Transportation
Commercial Vehicle Electrification: Still on Track?
Development and fleet testing of electric commercial vehicles is accelerating as manufacturers attempt to satisfy ever-stricter emissions regulations. Electrification strategies can prove effective for medium- and heavy-duty trucks in a variety of applications, including “last mile”...
Tech Talks: Materials
Advances in Thermally Conductive, Electrically Insulated Materials for E-Motor Applications
When plastics are used in electric components, the selection process examines mechanical properties, temperature capability, flammability, thermal conductivity, and moldability, as well as the need for electrical resistance to isolate the system...
Blog: Robotics, Automation & Control
How to Charge an Underwater Robot? A Mobile Docking Station
Blog: Mechanical & Fluid Systems
With Water Jets, Machines 'Breathe' to Cool Down
University of Central Florida researchers are developing a human-like way for large machines to cool off and keep from overheating: Letting the machines "breathe."
White Papers: Semiconductors & ICs
Electromagnetic Fault Injection (EMFI) for Automotive Safety & Security Testing with the ChipSHOUTER
Electromagnetic fault injection (EMFI) can cause many of the faults listed in ISO26262-11 for digital devices. This fault injection can be...
Question of the Week: Electronics & Computers
Will Self-Erasing Chips Catch On?
University of Michigan engineers reported that their new self-erasing chips could help stop counterfeit electronics or provide alerts if sensitive shipments are tampered with. The chips use a new material that temporarily stores energy, changing the color of the light it emits. The self-erase period takes seven...
On-Demand Webinars: Motion Control
Designing for an Electric Aircraft Future
Conventional aircraft configurations have three power options: pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic. To move to a solely electric aircraft, however, requires new components such as high-speed motors, power electronics, and high-voltage cabling.
On-Demand Webinars: Software
Digital Transformation in Engineering's Most Challenging Industries
Systems and Software Engineering are key to managing spiraling complexity. In this session IBM experts from the Automotive and Aerospace/Defense industries share key engineering challenges like compliance, quality and productivity facing companies today and how they are...
White Papers: Automotive
High-Performance Starter Contactor Design
Shifts in the vehicle market are forcing changes in internal combustion engine (ICE) starting technology. Most substantively, the advent of start/stop engine technology requires a much longer...
INSIDER: Communications
Undergrads Improve Cybersecurity of Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communications
Students at Rochester Institute of Technology created a wireless testbed that future research teams can use to investigate secure V2V communications.
On-Demand Webinars: Materials
New Anti-Friction Coating for Metal Gaskets
As the need for environmental protection increases, auto manufacturers are forced to develop engines that are more efficient and environmentally friendly. Besides electrification, engine downsizing is a common method used to help achieve this goal, but smaller engines require materials that can...
Blog: Robotics, Automation & Control
A Squid-Like Robot Swims, Untethered
White Papers: Aerospace
Accelerating Integration in Automated Test Systems
Defining an automated test system can be challenging. A test system architect's goal is to accelerate the test system design process and ensure that the system can be easily deployed and...
INSIDER: Aerospace
Students Design Custom Satellites
Engineering students at the University of Cincinnati are building tiny custom CubeSat satellites to test the radiation shielding properties of carbon fiber material and take high-resolution photos of the...
On-Demand Webinars: Energy
How to Achieve Alternative Fuel ROI in Less Than 5 Years
This 30-minute Webinar examines how adsorbed natural gas (ANG) can bring operational benefits for fleets and pay for itself in less than five years. ANG is specifically suited to light-duty fleets and offers a simple, alternative fueling solution that costs a fraction of a...
Blog: Test & Measurement
Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Testing: Simulation vs. Closed-Course vs. Public Roads
Question of the Week: Robotics, Automation & Control
Would You Use a ‘SwingBot?’
A “SwingBot” robotic arm from MIT can learn the physical features of a handheld object through tactile exploration. Instead of using cameras or vision methods, the robot’s grippers use GelSight tactile sensors that measure the pose and force distribution of the object. Watch the demo on Tech Briefs TV.
White Papers: Automotive
Bezel Bonding and Display Gaskets for Integrated Electronics
This downloadable article covers Cutting Edge Display Materials and Techniques from Boyd Corporation and 3M that will improve display performance, ease of assembly, and display...
White Papers: Materials
Thermal Interface Materials for Next-Generation Electronics
Boyd Corporation is the largest global thermal solutions manufacturer and is well known for innovative, fully optimized thermal management solutions and systems. Boyd is also a...
White Papers: Automotive
The Inside Story on Rotary Position Sensors for Electric Vehicle Traction Motors
Wells Vehicle Electronics manufactures more than 1,000 part types for fuel delivery, ignition and emissions and now is expanding on its expertise in control...
INSIDER: Motion Control
Transforming Rover Explores the Toughest Terrain
NASA’s DuAxel, a pair of two-wheeled rovers each called Axel, can split in half with each half connected only by a tether that unspools as the lead axle approaches a hazard.
On-Demand Webinars: Automotive
Metal Injection Molding’s Role in Automotive
Today’s automotive industry requires precision parts with high performance and reliability at a competitive cost. This 30-minute Webinar discusses a unique process that eliminates the need for complex, expensive machining when producing small, intricate steel and stainless steel components...
Blog: Software
Woodworking, Simplified: New Software Aids in Design
Blog: Photonics/Optics
A Spider-Inspired Design Paves Way for Better Photodetectors
Tech Talks: Photonics/Optics
Optical Fibers for Gyroscopes
This Tech Talk shares the results of a study that looks at the effects of radiation on a low-bend-loss optical fiber for gyroscope applications. It examines the experiments that were set up and then reviews their surprising results. The irradiation was done at the Naval Research Laboratory. The specifics and...
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Articles: RF & Microwave Electronics
Nano Diamond Battery Provides Universal Applicability
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A Warning System for Self-Driving Cars Learns from Failures
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Transistors Built from Ultra-Thin 2D Materials Take a Step Forward
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