Atomic clocks have shrunk from room-sized assemblies to PC-board mountable modules, admittedly with lower performance than their big siblings but still far better than crystal-based timing alternatives. Atomic clocks are based on the transitions of energy states of specific elements such as cesium, ytterbium, rubidium, and others under specific and tightly controlled conditions. They are […]
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Single-chip AFE integrates optical, ECG, and bio-impedance measurement systems
Simplify the design of wearable remote patient monitoring (RPM) devices by measuring four vital signs with one MAX86178 triple-system vital signs analog front end (AFE) from Analog Devices, Inc. This single-chip AFE integrates three measurement systems (optical, ECG, and bio-impedance) to obtain four common vital signs: electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), heart rate (ECG or optical […]
Thermal dielectric filler eliminates contamination in high-voltage applications
Henkel announced the commercial launch of Bergquist Gap Filler TGF 3000SF, the latest in the company’s line of silicone-free thermal interface materials (TIMs). With significantly higher thermal conductivity than any previous silicone-free liquid formulation in its portfolio and delivering impressive dielectric strength, Henkel’s new material extends wider market opportunities and production flexibility to manufacturing operations […]
How chipless RFIDs will revolutionize consumer and defense applications
by Kishor Kanada, Allied Market Research Researchers from Somark Innovations launched biocompatible RFID ink that can be used for tattooing laboratory rats and cattle. The ink can be colored or invisible and uses RFID technology with no metals or chips. The usage of chipless RFID in the creation of ink would eliminate the issue of […]
94-GHz clamshell BGA sockets handle Micron 1113FBGA packages
A new BGA socket design uses high-performance elastomer capable of 94mGHz for applications requiring a low inductance and wide temperature range. The GT-BGA-2154 socket is designed for the 29×29-mm package size and operates at bandwidths up to 94 GHz with less than 1 dB of insertion loss. The socket is designed with a clamshell lid, […]
Automotive-grade polymer chip caps exhibit low DCL, benign failure mode
AVX Corporation released the new TCO Series high-temperature, automotive-grade polymer chip capacitors, which are rated for operating temperatures up to 150°C at category voltage and meet AEC-Q200 Stress Test Qualification for Passive Components requirements, which ensure stable performance at 85°C, 85% relative humidity, and rated voltage for up to 1,000 hours. Based on AVX’s field-proven TCQ Series automotive […]
Non-magnetic RF inductors reach values up to 18 µH
A new non-magnetic RF thru-hole (leaded) inductor series, 28MG, was designed to address the market need for non-magnetic inductors that could achieve inductance values of up to 18 µH. This series is a candidate for use in medical imaging equipment and other applications where magnetic materials must be avoided, including use in telecommunications, security systems, […]
MLCCs feature low-resistance soft termination
TDK Corporation has expanded its CN series of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) that are the first of their kind. The new products, 10 μF capacitance in 3216 size (3.2 x 1.6 x 1.6 mm) and 22 μF capacitance in 3225 size (3.2 x 2.5 x 2.5 mm), offer low-resistance soft termination with low terminal resistance […]
Sockets handle radiation-tolerant DDR4 memory multi-chip packages
The GRYPPER/G80 Socket handles the DDR4T04G72AZ, TELEDYNE’s – 4/8 GB radiation-tolerant DDR4 Memory Multi-Chip Package (MCP) Device. The Ironwood part number is GR1140-XXXX. Pricing for this socket is $811.00 each for (4-10) sockets with SAC305 solder balls, P/N: GR1140-0002, or Eutectic (Tin/Lead) – GR1140-0001 for attachment. Ironwood Electronics offers high performance test sockets and adapters […]
Small nichrome chip resistors handle 0.05 W
As design engineers continue to push the miniaturization of electronic devices while maintaining or increasing functionality, there is a corresponding need for smaller and more precise electronic components, such as chip resistors. If a precision application requires both small size and high-power handling, finding suitable precision resistors may be challenging. Stackpole recently increased the power […]
