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Image of Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes

When you think of "electronics," you probably picture rigid green circuit boards, silicon chips, and soldering irons. But what if you could build a circuit entirely out of soft, stretchy rubber?

Image of Understanding the Difference Between Latching and Non-Latching Relays Understanding the Difference Between Latching and Non-Latching Relays Date de publication : 2026-04-07

Relays are a foundational component in electronic systems, enabling reliable control of circuits across industrial, commercial, and consumer applications.

Image of Connector Testing and Its Importance to User Safety and End Use Connector Testing and Its Importance to User Safety and End Use

Connector testing, performed by accredited test facilities, is an important phase in ensuring electrical connector safety.

Image of Docker Part 1: Fixing “It Works on My Machine” Docker Part 1: Fixing “It Works on My Machine"

In this post, I want to explain what Docker is, why it helps with these problems, and give a practical understanding of how it fits into development workflows.

Image of Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like? Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like?

The pace of innovation is accelerating rapidly, driven by advances in AI, robotics, and computing power, with the possibilities expanding beyond simple tasks.

Image of DC/DC Converters for AI Data Centers: Tackling Space and Thermal Challenges DC/DC Converters for AI Data Centers: Tackling Space and Thermal Challenges

AI data center GPUs are pushing beyond 1 kW per device resulting in rack power densities in the megawatt scale, stressing cooling schemes past comfort zones.

Image of Webinar – Meet the LAN Squad: Defeating Ethernet Design Challenges Webinar – Meet the LAN Squad: Defeating Ethernet Design Challenges

Explore how solutions from Würth Elektronik offer tailored advantages to LAN enhance robustness, simplify layout decisions, and reduce overall system cost.

Image of Measuring the Speed of Sound Using an Ultrasonic Sensor and Oscilloscope Measuring the Speed of Sound Using an Ultrasonic Sensor and Oscilloscope

In this blog, I will walk through a simple experiment that uses an ultrasonic sensor and oscilloscope to measure how fast sound travels through the air.

Image of Select the Right Connectors to Meet Stringent Mil/Aero Electrical and Mechanical Requirements Sélectionner des connecteurs adaptés aux exigences électriques et mécaniques rigoureuses des applications militaires et aérospatiales Date de publication : 2026-04-01

Les connecteurs pour l'aérospatiale et la défense intègrent des matériaux, une conception de contacts et de corps, une fabrication et une évaluation sophistiqués pour répondre aux objectifs imposés.

Image of Single-Chip Systems, MCUs for Matter-Enabled Smart Home Devices Fill Multiple Mesh Network Roles Single-Chip Systems, MCUs for Matter-Enabled Smart Home Devices Fill Multiple Mesh Network Roles Date de publication : 2026-03-31

Energy-efficient, low-latency components from NXP support Matter-enabled smart home networks while development tools help designers create new prototypes.

Image of Power Distribution Boards: Smart Alternative to Relays Power Distribution Boards: Smart Alternative to Relays

This blog will talk about the core concepts and the theory behind the circuit schematic and how it was approached.

Image of Harnessing AI at the Edge with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module Harnessing AI at the Edge with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module

As data processing increasingly moves closer to the edge, platforms that deliver efficient AI performance with low latency and high customization are needed.

Image of Webinar – Seven Reasons to Move from 12 V to 48 V Today Webinaire – Sept raisons de passer de 12 V à 48 V sans attendre

Discussion pour comprendre pourquoi la technologie 48 V s'impose comme le réseau d'alimentation dominant et comment les solutions d'alimentation modulaires peuvent accélérer et simplifier la transition.

Image of Simplifying Frequency Stability for High-Speed 5G and Data Converter Designs Simplifier la stabilité de fréquence pour les conceptions de convertisseurs de données et 5G haut débit Date de publication : 2026-03-25

Découvrez comment les PLL ADF4382 d'ADI avec oscillateurs commandés en tension intégrés améliorent la stabilité de fréquence et la vitesse pour les conceptions de convertisseurs de données et de radios 5G haut débit.

Image of Building Quantum-Resilient Embedded Systems with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module Développer des systèmes embarqués à sécurité quantique avec le système sur module Agilex™ 5 d'iWave

iWave Global s'est associé à Xiphera pour fournir une capacité cryptographique à sécurité quantique sur le système sur module (SoM) Altera Agilex™ 5 d'iWave.

Image of How to Select Cables for Reliable VFD Motor Control and Sensor Feedback Comment sélectionner des câbles pour une commande moteur VFD et un retour d'informations de capteurs fiables Date de publication : 2026-03-24

L'automatisation industrielle croissante et la recherche d'un meilleur rendement énergétique accélèrent l'adoption des variateurs de fréquence dans les systèmes entraînés par moteur.

Image of Solder Smarter Using DigiKey Standard Helping Hands Solder Smarter Using DigiKey Standard Helping Hands

Explore DigiKey Helping Hands features including magnetic PCB pillars, flexible arms, LED magnifier, and a heavy steel base for stable soldering.

Image of Automotive Ethernet: The Backbone of Modern In-Vehicle Communication Ethernet automobile : le pilier de la communication moderne dans les véhicules

Les véhicules devenant plus autonomes et centrés sur les données, le besoin d'une infrastructure de communication embarquée haute vitesse, évolutive et fiable est plus important que jamais.

Image of Webinar – Select the Right Cables for Harsh Industrial Automation Applications Webinaire – Choisir les câbles appropriés pour les applications d'automatisation industrielle difficiles

Ce webinaire approfondi explique comment sélectionner les fils et câbles appropriés pour les environnements industriels.

Image of Pushing the Limits: A 6km LoRa Range Test with the PTSolns SX1276 Shield Pushing the Limits: A 6km LoRa Range Test with the PTSolns SX1276 Shield

In this blog, we’ll explore the hardware that’s being used, the science behind the transmission, and just how impressive a feat it is to achieve a 6km range.