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Nasa’s X-59: The Promise of a Quiet Supersonic Aircraft

Nasa’s X-59: The Promise of a Quiet Supersonic Aircraft

Lockheed Martin Skunk Works, in collaboration with NASA, unveiled the X-59, an experimental aircraft designed to reduce the sonic boom, at a ceremony in Palmdale, California.Described as a quiet supersonic aircraft and a one-of-a-kind experimental airplane, NASA intends to utilize it to...

Published on: January 18, 2024

Exploring the Cutting Edge: AI Applications in Action

Exploring the Cutting Edge: AI Applications in Action

The 2024 AI server market—encompassing AI Training and AI Inference—is projected to exceed 1.6 million units, growing at 40%, according to a report by TrendForce.One notable shift in the Edge AI applications is the move towards AI PCs. This shift aims to...

Published on: January 18, 2024

iPhone Dominates Global Shipments

iPhone Dominates Global Shipments

The smartphone market has been dominated by Samsung for over a decade, but in 2023, Apple emerged as the new leader. According to IDC, smartphone shipments declined by 3.2% year over year, reaching a total of 1.17 billion units. This marks the...

Published on: January 18, 2024

Advanced Power Electronics: APEC Introduces 1,200V SiC MOSFETs in SOT-227 Packaging

Advanced Power Electronics: APEC Introduces 1,200V SiC MOSFETs in SOT-227 Packaging

SemiQ, a leading semiconductor company, will be showcasing its latest innovation, the 1.2kV SOT-227 silicon carbide mosfet power modules, at the upcoming Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) at the end of February. This highly anticipated event will bring together industry experts and...

Published on: January 17, 2024

Space Force Partners with Universities for In-Space Operations Research

Space Force Partners with Universities for In-Space Operations Research

The United States Space Force (USFF) has chosen two American universities to conduct applied In-Space Operations research as part of its Space Strategic Technology Institute (SSTI 2) initiative. The University of Cincinnati and Texas A&M University will receive a combined total of...

Published on: January 17, 2024

Avnet Abacus Partners with TE DEUTSCH for Connector Franchise

Avnet Abacus Partners with TE DEUTSCH for Connector Franchise

Avnet Abacus, a leading distributor of electronic components, has recently been awarded the franchise to sell the portfolio of rugged DEUTSCH connectors from TE Connectivity. This partnership will allow Avnet Abacus to offer a wider range of high-quality connectors to its customers.The...

Published on: January 17, 2024

Vodafone and Microsoft Join Forces for GenAI Collaboration

Vodafone and Microsoft Join Forces for GenAI Collaboration

Vodafone has announced a partnership with Microsoft that will see the telecommunications company invest $1.5 billion over the next decade in cloud and customer-focused AI services. The collaboration aims to accelerate the digital transformation of Vodafone's business customers, particularly small and medium-sized...

Published on: January 17, 2024

Future Horizons Predicts 16% Semi Growth by 2024

Future Horizons Predicts 16% Semi Growth by 2024

The semiconductor industry is set to experience significant growth in the coming years, according to the Future Horizons semiconductor forecast for 2024. CEO Malcolm Penn predicts a 16% increase in the industry, breaking the $600 billion barrier. This positive outlook brings hope...

Published on: January 17, 2024

Empowering Women in Electronics: Just Go for It!

Empowering Women in Electronics: Just Go for It!

There is an impressive panel of judges for the inaugural Electronics Weekly’s Women Leaders in Electronics Awards. Many have the same advice to people considering entering themselves or a colleague for these awards: “just go for it!”“This is a fantastic opportunity for...

Published on: January 16, 2024

QPT and Percepio Announce New CEOs in Recent Appointments

QPT and Percepio Announce New CEOs in Recent Appointments

Industry veteran Rupert Baines is set to become the CEO of GaN-based motor drive company QPT in Cambridge, UK, starting from April 1st. Baines brings with him a wealth of experience, having previously served as the CEO of UltraSoC and the CMO...

Published on: January 16, 2024