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Rutronik UK adds nRF5340 development kit for wireless projects

Designs based on Nordic Semiconductor‘s dual processor, SoC nRF5340, can be tested and evaluated with a preview development kit (PDK). The kit is now available from Rutronik UK and supported with the nRF Connect software development kit (SDK). The SoC nRF5340 supports Bluetooth Low Energy as well as all functions of Bluetooth 5.1 and Bluetooth ...

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Display Technology offers TFT-LCD from AUO for outdoor use

A 54.6-inch monitor from AUO is now available from Display Technology. The P550HVN12.0 can be used outdoors. The TFT-LCD has a high TNI  (110°C) that prevents the display from blackening under sunlight. The TFT-LCD has a display area of 1209.6mm x 680.4mm and a high brightness of 4500cd/m². Resolution is 1920 x 1080, with a ...

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Mouser adds MEMS IMU to ease integration for IoT and UAVs

Precision inertial measurement units (IMUs) from Analog Devices are now available from Mouser Electronics. The ADIS16507 IMUs are designed to simplify the integration of multi-axis inertial sensing into industrial systems as well as IoT applications, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), smart agriculture and autonomous vehicles. The IMUs are also suitable for virtual reality (VR) and augmented ...

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Covid-19 technology funding application deadline approaches

Businesses have until midday on 17 April to apply for grants for Innovate UK funding of up to £50,000 to cover the cost of projects that develop or use technology during this Covid-19 pandemic. Technology can be used to meet the new way of working, whether that is re-engineering working practices, detecting surges in consumer ...

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Mouser adds creativity with Pimoroni’s breakout boards

Breakout boards from Pimoroni add audio output, sensor and motor control to Raspberry Pi and Arduino boards. The boards are now available from Mouser Electronics. Pimoroni designs and manufactures products for makers, educators and creatives. It is supported by the Raspberry Pi and wider maker communities and says its mission is to make electronics “accessible ...

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Pre-Switch appoints Foxy Power as global sales partner

Pre-Switch, the company which developed a artificial intelligence (AI) DC-AC, AC-DC soft switching controller has announced that Foxy Power will be its exclusive sales partner. The Berlin-based business development specialist will promote Pre-Switch’s technology to minimise switching losses in industrial, automotive and alternative energy applications as well a in appliances. Pre-Switch’s technology uses AI to ...

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Harwin reaches out across Europe

The connector company, Harwin, has added New Jersey-based Powell Electronics to its network of distributors. Specialising in mechanical and electro-mechanical products, Powell also has an office in Nieuwegein, the Netherlands. The agreement includes hi-rel connector products, such as the Gecko, Datamate and M300 ranges and will also include cable assembly. Products will be available direct ...

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No panic buying, but make provisions for staff

There has been no panic buying of electronic components but Adam Fletcher, chairman of the ESCN (Electronic Components Supply Network) said his members foresee a personnel issue as the result of the Covid-19 outbreak. “There will be problems for organisations using just-in-time and Lean manufacturing [models], but the reality is that in the UK, this ...

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Covid-19 and the distribution supply chain

In addition to health fears, Covid-19 brings economic worries as goods the electronics industry around the world relies on become restricted as the main source of these components and goods restricts its output. “The factories we deal with in China are reporting 20% staffing levels, and operating at 60% below capacity,” said Steve Rawlins, CEO ...

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Covid-19 and the distribution supply chain

In addition to health fears, Covid-19 brings economic worries as goods the electronics industry around the world relies on become restricted as the main source of these components and goods restricts its output. “The factories we deal with in China are reporting 20% staffing levels, and operating at 60% below capacity,” said Steve Rawlins, CEO ...

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