Computer chips, solar cells and other electronic devices have traditionally been based on silicon, the most famous of the semiconductors. [ + ]

"The LED market is a complex but promising market," said Pars Mukish, business unit manager, LED, OLED and Sapphire at Yole Développement (Yole). [ + ]

Elite athletes want to return to match play as quickly as possible after injury. As a result, they often convince themselves and their physicians that they are fit to play before they have fully recovered. [ + ]

Elite athletes want to return to match play as quickly as possible after injury. As a result, they often convince themselves and their physicians that they are fit to play before they have fully recovered.

The need for high-speed connections has expanded from office environments to remote and sometimes outdoor implementations, including those for the military. In this article, ODU looks at the rugged high-speed data connector requirements to consider for such applications. [ + ]

The Internet of Things (IoT), big data and the rapid development of wireless networks are all having a significant impact on the test and measurement industry. This article provides insights on the key technologies and methodologies that are affecting the industry.

A new approach developed by MIT researchers could lead to a completely new way of making high-quality, fibre-based electronic devices. [ + ]

Elimination of solder from electronic circuit assembly has been suggested as one way to avoid solder's many shortcomings. In the article below, Joe Fjelstad* makes the case for solderless assembly.

Elimination of solder from electronic circuit assembly has been suggested as one way to avoid solder's many shortcomings. In the article below, Joe Fjelstad* makes the case for solderless assembly. [ + ]

Technology disrupters or paradigm shifts often pose serious threats to existing technology, but also open entirely new opportunities to those that recognise and espouse them. Bob Hult examines the drivers and the results when wireless connectivity cuts the cord. [ + ]

In a detailed report on the Internet of Things (IoT), the US Federal Trade Commission has recommended a series of concrete steps that businesses can take to enhance and protect consumers' privacy and security. [ + ]

In a detailed report on the Internet of Things (IoT), the US Federal Trade Commission has recommended a series of concrete steps that businesses can take to enhance and protect consumers' privacy and security. [ + ]

element14 and Raspberry Pi Trading have launched Raspberry Pi 2 Model B, which is six times faster than the previous model and now boasts 1 GB of RAM to run bigger and more powerful projects. [ + ]

The rapidly evolving and growing smart home and Internet of Things (IoT) market will spark incredible growth in the electronic components market. Eric Lee, Head of Regional Technical Marketing Asia Pacific at RS Components, shares his views on opportunities and trends for 2015.

University of Melbourne researchers have discovered highly sought-after ‘nematic liquid crystals’ that could lead to improved solar panels and printed electronics.