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May 16
- Memory For Simpler EV And Car Software
➀ STMicroelectronics introduced Stellar with xMemory, an embedded memory technology for automotive microcontrollers, aiming to streamline EV and software-defined vehicle development;
➁ The solution offers flexible, scalable memory using Phase Change Memory (PCM), reducing costs, testing efforts, and enabling future software updates without hardware changes;
➂ It supports a single hardware platform for multiple car models, enhancing adaptability and accelerating time-to-market for next-gen automotive systems.
May 15
- JOB: Control Design Engineer At Virginia Transformer In Vadodara
- JOB: Associate Engineer- VAS At Ericsson In Noida
- JOB: Power Electronics Engineer At Magna In Bengaluru
- JOB: Embedded Firmware Engineer At Anacle Systems India Pvt Ltd In Pune
- JOB: Commissioning Engineer At ABB In Bengaluru
- Brain-Inspired Device Tracks Hand Movement
➀ Researchers at RMIT University developed a neuromorphic device using molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) to track hand movements in real time with ultra-low energy consumption, mimicking the brain's visual processing.
➁ The device leverages atomic-scale defects in MoS₂ to replicate neuron-like behavior, enabling edge detection and memory storage without traditional computing overhead.
➂ Potential applications include autonomous vehicles, robotics, and environmental sensors, with plans to scale the technology for infrared detection and multi-pixel arrays.
May 14
- JOB: Site Engineer / Electrical / Electronics At Larsen & Toubro In Talegaon
- JOB: PCB Design Engineer – SKD At Danfoss In Pune
- JOB: Technologist At Epiroc In Nashik
- JOB: Design Engineer At Broadcom In Bengaluru
- JOB: Associate System Design Engineer At Volvo In Bengaluru
- Faster And Smarter Storage For Power Users
➀ SanDisk launched the WD_BLACK SN8100 NVMe SSD featuring PCIe Gen 5.0 technology, delivering read speeds up to 14,900 MB/s and capacities up to 8TB;
➁ The SSD consumes 100% less power than Gen 4.0 SSDs and integrates efficient cooling solutions without requiring external systems, including a heatsink variant with customizable RGB lighting;
➂ Designed for gaming, AI, and professional content creation, it offers high performance and reliability for power users.
May 13
- Embedded Systems Internship At Smartsys Techlabs LLP In Mumbai
➀ Smartsys Techlabs LLP offers an embedded systems internship in Mumbai, focusing on developing solutions using C++ and ARM microcontrollers;
➁ Responsibilities include code optimization, cross-team collaboration, system testing, and staying updated on emerging technologies;
➂ Applicants must possess skills in embedded systems, C++, and ARM architecture, with a link provided to apply via Internshala.
- JOB: Service Engineer At AMETEK In New Delhi
- JOB: Relay Testing & Protection Engineer At Hartek Group In Dera Bassi
- JOB: Associate Designer, PCB Layout Engineering At Analog Devices In Bengaluru
- JOB: Test Engineering Data Technician (EDT) At Micron Technology In Sanand
- High-Speed Telecentric Measurement System
➀ Keyence launches TM-X5000 telecentric measurement system with dual optical technology for ±0.03µm precision, supporting 100+ simultaneous inspections;
➁ Features 25µs exposure green LED illumination and distortion-free imaging, enabling high-speed defect detection on moving targets;
➂ Offers four models (6-120mm ranges) for cross-industry applications including automotive electronics and medical device manufacturing.
- Two-Way GaN Switch For Power Systems
➀ Infineon introduces the CoolGaN Bidirectional Switch 650 V G5, a GaN-based device enabling bidirectional voltage and current blocking through monolithic integration;
➀ The switch simplifies power converters by replacing traditional back-to-back setups, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and compactness for solar microinverters, EV charging, and data centers;
➀ Supports grid features like reactive power compensation and bidirectional power flow while reducing component count and manufacturing costs.
- Material Design For Red Perovskite LED
➀ Researchers at the University of Science and Technology of China developed a new material design for red perovskite LEDs (PeLEDs), solving efficiency loss at high brightness;
➁ The team used a 3D intragrain heterostructure with p-Toluenesulfonyl-L-arginine (PTLA) to confine charge carriers and minimize leakage;
➂ Achieved record-breaking performance: 24.2% external quantum efficiency, 24,600 cd/m² luminance, and 127-hour operational stability.
May 12
- JOB: Distribution Technical Engineer At NXP Semiconductors In Bengaluru
- JOB: Technical Support Executive / Technical Sales Executive / Technician at Advanced Solar Power Systems
- JOB: Electrical Design Engineer, Port Solutions Electrics At Konecranes In Pune
- JOB: Electronics & Embedded Systems Engineer At Blinq Mobility in Gurugram
- JOB: R&D Engineer- Electronics Testing At ABB In Hyderabad
- Low-Power Wireless Smart Meter Design
➀ Texas Instruments' TIDA-010053 reference design provides a battery-powered solution for smart meters, supporting wireless protocols like Sub-1 GHz, BLE, and NB-IoT;
➁ The design integrates high-efficiency power converters (buck, boost, buck-boost) with ultra-low quiescent currents, optimizing battery life for IoT applications;
➂ Includes a Battery Health Monitoring system to measure State-of-Health (SOH) and enables applications in gas/water meters, asset tracking, and automated meter reading.
- Soft Robots Powered By Boiling Water
➀ Researchers at the University of Coimbra developed a novel soft actuator powered by boiling water, converting water into steam via an embedded heater to generate motion, offering simplicity and scalability without pumps or high voltage.
➁ The actuator operates at 24V, delivers over 50N of force, and achieves rapid pressure build-up (100 kPa/s), demonstrating durability through 1,000+ cycles and outperforming traditional designs in speed and reliability.
➂ Prototype robots, including a gripper and a climbing robot (Bixo), showcase real-world applicability for tasks like object manipulation and navigating unstructured environments, highlighting safe, low-cost, and pump-free solutions.
- World-First MLCC Delivering Industry-Highest Capacitance
➀ KYOCERA AVX developed the world's first 47µF MLCC in the 0402-inch size, delivering the industry's highest capacitance;
➁ Designed for smartphones, wearables, and AI servers, it addresses miniaturization needs while doubling previous capacity through advanced materials and thinner layers;
➂ Offers heat resistance up to 105°C, ensuring reliability in high-temperature environments and reducing component count on circuit boards.
May 9
- Frequency-Dependent Switch Model For AC Power Signals With Pspice
➀ The article introduces a frequency-dependent switch model designed for PSpice simulation, enabling accurate analysis of AC power circuits;
➁ It demonstrates the switch's operation in multiple circuit configurations (e.g., 1700Hz and 150Hz) using PSpice's Laplace-based behavioral modeling;
➂ The model supports engineers in testing and implementing frequency-sensitive switching solutions for advanced power systems.