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Cutting-Edge Solar Cell Aims for 45% Efficiency
Researchers in the UK have made a significant breakthrough in solar cell technology at Oxford University. They have successfully developed a multijunction solar cell that can be sprayed onto any surface with an impressive efficiency of 27%, and they are aiming to...
Compact 3W DC-DC Converter with 8:1 Input Ratio
Traco Power, a leading manufacturer of power solutions, has recently introduced a cutting-edge 3W DC-DC converter housed in a compact SIP-8 plastic case. This innovative converter comes with an impressive 8:1 input range, setting it apart from its predecessors in terms of...
Novel Photoacoustic Model Addresses Bias in Medical Sensors
Researchers in the UK are utilizing a unique combination of ultrasound and light to enhance the accuracy of medical sensors for various conditions, including cancers. The team at the University of Cambridge’s Cavendish Laboratory has devised a model that boosts the precision...
Vitesco Enhances DC-DC Converter Design with CoolGaN Technology
Vitesco Technologies has made a significant advancement in automotive technology by incorporating gallium nitride transistors in its fifth-generation DC-DC converter. The Gen5+ converter, developed by Vitesco, utilizes 650V CoolGan transistors from Infineon Technologies to achieve an impressive efficiency of over 96%. This...
Synopsys Applauds US Progress on Digital Twin and Chip R&D
The US Chips Act is entering its second year with a renewed focus on research and development, aiming to propel the semiconductor industry forward with innovations such as digital twins and chiplets.According to Dustin Todd, Vice President of Government Affairs at Synopsys,...
Fraunhofer and GF Collaborate on Cutting-Edge Memory Technologies
The Fraunhofer Institute for Photonic Microsystems IPMS is deepening its partnership with GlobalFoundries in Dresden to incorporate cutting-edge memory technologies into their collaborative efforts.The Centre Nanoelectronic Technologies (CNT) at Fraunhofer IPMS is dedicated to exploring innovative processes and ideas for memory modules...
Raspberry Pi Unveils First RISC-V Multicore Chip
Raspberry Pi has made significant advancements in chip development by introducing a quad-core microcontroller featuring two ARM Cortex-M33 cores and two in-house RISC-V cores. The newly launched $5 Raspberry Pi Pico 2 board is powered by the RISC-V RP2350 microcontroller and is...
AI Reduces Smart Building Energy Management by 19%
Using AI and open access data can significantly reduce energy consumption in buildings, as highlighted in a recent report. Exergio, a company based in Lithuania, has demonstrated the potential for energy savings of up to 40% in smart buildings. Real-world success stories,...
AI LiDAR Enhances Airport Safety
LiDAR sensors from Innoviz Technologies in Israel are set to make a significant impact on airport safety and efficiency in the United States. The Indoor Lab, a leading US-based company, has announced plans to deploy InnovizTwo LiDAR sensors at major international airports...
US Solar Panel Consolidation: TJ Rodgers Key Player
The US solar industry is abuzz with news of a major takeover led by TJ Rodgers, the founder of Cypress Semiconductor. Rodgers recently assumed the role of CEO at Complete Solaria and is now spearheading the acquisition of competitor SunPower for a...
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