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Apply Advances in Sensing, Connectivity, and Motion Control Devices for Smarter Fixed-in-Place Robots Publish Date: 2025-11-18

Design precise yet flexible fixed-in-place robotics using advanced control, imaging, sensing, and communications technologies.

Compact Multiband Patch Antenna Simplifies Design of RF Front-End for GNSS Receivers Publish Date: 2025-10-23

To handle multiple satellite constellation frequency bands, a GNSS receiver employs a multiband antenna to realize higher accuracy and reliability.

Enhance Autonomous Robot Localization Precision with Advanced IMUs and Sensor Fusion Publish Date: 2025-10-01

Combine advanced IMUs and other sensor types with sensor fusion for precise autonomous mobile robot (AMR) navigation in challenging environments.

Understanding The Role of Drivers, Switches, and Laser Diodes for Effective LiDAR Performance Publish Date: 2025-02-06

Electro-optical components are at the core of LiDAR, which uses laser pulses to create a three-dimensional “point cloud” rendition of the surroundings.

Lawn Mower Fleet Management with iWave Telematics Solutions Publish Date: 2024-08-22

With telematics, lawn mowers can provide fleet managers solutions to monitor and manage their entire fleet, including vehicles, drivers, and assets.

Wi-Fi® Locationing Components Overcome GNSS, Cellular Gaps for Positioning Applications Publish Date: 2024-08-07

Power-efficient Wi-Fi® companion ICs can overcome GNSS and cellular device performance limitations with high accuracy geographic positioning.

How to Cost-Effectively Implement Reliable Aircraft Navigation Systems With Precision Components Publish Date: 2024-04-11

Developers can use precision data acquisition modules and highly integrated IMUs to implement sophisticated and cost-effective avionics systems.

Quick Guide to GaN FETs for LiDAR in Autonomous Vehicles Publish Date: 2024-02-01

Use GaN FETs to drive high-power nanosecond laser pulses in automotive LiDAR systems that meet IEC 60825-1 Class 1 safety.

Basic Motion Sensors: Ultrasonic and IR Basic Motion Sensors: Ultrasonic and IR

Ultrasonic or IR? Learn the strengths and weaknesses of these sensors, from detection range to cost. Make an informed decision for your next endeavor.

Image of Webinar – Simplify GNSS Designs Using Modules Webinar – Simplify GNSS Designs Using Modules

Understand the complexities of GNSS systems in automotive, consumer and industrial applications with the help of STMicroelectronics’ product marketing experts.

XRP (Xperiential Robotics Platform) XRP Xperiential Robotics Platform

XRP: The future of robotics education. Dive into a hands-on learning experience, from coding to building autonomous robots. Begin your robotics journey today!

Image of DigiKey Partners with GroupGets to Help Startups GetMade DigiKey Partners with GroupGets to Help Startups GetMade

DigiKey is partnering with GroupGets to help startups GetMade! This partnership will help startups who have fallen short of a successful crowdfunding campaign.

Image of How to Quickly Apply Biometrics, Biofeedback, and Situational Awareness for Immersive Environments How to Quickly Apply Biometrics, Biofeedback, and Situational Awareness for Immersive Environments Publish Date: 2023-05-26

Designers can use readily available pulse oximetry, Class D audio, haptics, and VCSELs to create immersive and interactive environments.

Image of With One Stop, Designers Can Create the Future of Automation, Agriculture, and Transportation With One Stop, Designers Can Create the Future of Automation, Agriculture, and Transportation

The key components and solutions needed to create the future of automated manufacturing, agriculture, and electric vehicles are now in one location.

Image of Five Convenient Ways to Locate a Cross, Sub, or Replacement on DigiKey's Website Five Convenient Ways to Locate a Cross, Sub, or Replacement on DigiKey's Website

Finding an equivalent to an obsolete part can be difficult. However, DigiKey’s website has tools to help find crosses to parts quickly and easily.

Image of How to Quickly Leverage Bluetooth AoA and AoD for Indoor Logistics Tracking How to Quickly Leverage Bluetooth AoA and AoD for Indoor Logistics Tracking Publish Date: 2023-03-27

Real-time asset tracking is an important aspect of Industry 4.0. Various technologies are available for deploying Real-Time Location.

Image of How to use FPGA SoCs for Secure and Connected Hard Real-Time Systems How to use FPGA SoCs for Secure and Connected Hard Real-Time Systems Publish Date: 2023-02-16

Use FPGA SoCs with Linux-capable RISC-V MCU subsystems for secure real-time and safety-critical systems.

Image of How to Effectively Implement Multi-Connectivity Asset Tracking Applications How to Effectively Implement Multi-Connectivity Asset Tracking Applications Publish Date: 2023-01-11

Using the STEVAL-ASTRA1B development kit, designers can quickly implement asset tracking applications for multiple wireless interfaces with minimal coding.

Image of How to Use GNSS Modules to Create Location-Aware Smart City Solutions How to Use GNSS Modules to Create Location-Aware Smart City Solutions Publish Date: 2022-07-28

Location-aware services (LAS) in smart cities are being deployed across various areas to create safer, more sustainable, and better-connected cities.

Image of VCSELs Put LiDAR into Apple iPhones: What Can You Do? VCSELs Put LiDAR into Apple iPhones: What Can You Do?

Vertical cavity surface emitting lasers (VCSELs) enable the integration of light detection and ranging (LiDAR) technology into portable consumer devices.