Internet of Things Editorial & Guest Opinions
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Why Is This Wireless Power System A Breakthrough For Efficiency?
9/12/2024
Energy and spectral efficiency are crucial considerations for the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). While most system architectures approach these as separate considerations, they may grow closer together in the future. A new wireless power transfer technology could prove a critical step forward in terms of both energy and communication.
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AI And RF: Regulations Coming Soon?
9/11/2024
AI in RF enhances performance but lacks comprehensive regulation. The U.S. has federal orders and state laws, while global efforts emerge. The industry must stay informed as regulations evolve.
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The Trouble With Software Defined Radio (And How To Overcome Them)
8/23/2024
Software defined radio technology brings the flexibility, cost efficiency, and power to drive communications forward, with wide-reaching benefits realized by service providers and product developers through to end users. But it’s not perfect …
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3 Threats To The Semiconductor Industry
8/22/2024
A flourishing semiconductor industry is facing a few challenges at the moment. While the industry's long-term future isn’t in doubt, the potential for stumbles along the way must be dealt with.
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Putting An End To Myths Surrounding Self-Driving Cars
8/20/2024
With ongoing technological advancements, it's easy to form opinions about self-driving cars. However, there are many misconceptions about them worth addressing.
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Back To School: How WiFi Is Improving Education
8/15/2024
WiFi has changed, well, everything and the world of education has benefited from its presence as much as any industry. Exactly how WiFi is being used – and will be used in the future – can make all the difference to a student, as well as the teachers guiding them.
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Integrating Advanced Polymers: Why It Matters For Your High-Power RF Design
8/9/2024
Insulating polymers play a critical role in wireless electronics design. High-powered RF components, in particular, must take material selection seriously to strike an optimal balance between temperature, signal, physical strength, and circuit efficacy. New thermal management polymers make these complex decisions easier.
Electronics engineers have far more than simple silicone at their fingertips today. Still, advanced polymers introduce new cost and production considerations, so some professionals may hesitate to embrace them. Despite those fears, integrating these materials is crucial for several reasons.
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4 Quantum Stories To Amaze And Delight You
7/24/2024
Quantum is more than a buzzword, but what “more” is exactly is still up for debate. Here, we present four stories about the technology demonstrating where it is and where it may be going.
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Understanding The Role Of IoT In Streamlining Battery Production
7/23/2024
Lithium batteries are among the most crucial components in modern electronics. As the Internet of Things (IoT) grows and electric vehicles (EVs) become more common, battery demand is surging. Meeting the rising pressure for production speed and quality can be challenging, but new technologies hold an answer. While the IoT is itself a key driver of battery demand, it plays a critical role in the manufacturing of these devices. Understanding its potential in this area is the first step in optimizing workflows to meet the growing need for reliable, widely available lithium-ion batteries.
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The Promising Future Of Power Electronics
7/22/2024
It is estimated that by 2030, up to 80% of electric power worldwide will rely on power electronics in some capacity. This makes power electronics crucial for improving energy efficiency, reducing power consumption, and enabling the integration of renewable energy sources into the electrical grid.