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Edge Processing Paves the Way for Faster, More Accurate Millimeter Wave Scanning Publish Date: 2025-12-29

An integrated chipset for millimeter wave scanning uses an efficient signal chain and edge processing to make walk-through security screening possible.

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.

Use GMSL to Reliably Meet Industrial and Automotive High-Bandwidth Video Requirements Publish Date: 2025-10-16

GMSL point-to-point link technology brings enhanced multi-camera video capabilities to industrial and automotive applications.

Deploying Predictive Maintenance for the Maximum Benefit in Industry 4.0 Facilities Publish Date: 2025-08-14

A brief overview of predictive maintenance, its numerous benefits, and how it can fit into Industry 4.0 system architectures.

Midrange Vision AI Microprocessors for Edge Applications Publish Date: 2025-07-17

Efficient, low-power vision AI microprocessors enable real-time inference at the edge for robotics, surveillance, and smart home devices.

Why Traceability is Key for Automotive Manufacturing Publish Date: 2025-04-01

Enhance automotive manufacturing traceability for accurate assembly, supply chain visibility, counterfeit prevention, and efficient recalls.

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.

Road-Tested GMSL Cameras Drive into New Markets Publish Date: 2024-10-24

GMSL is a cost-efficient alternative to GigE Vision cameras, with impressive performance for high-speed video links and multi-streaming over a single cable.

Using Scalable Microcontrollers to Achieve Design Flexibility Publish Date: 2024-05-15

The STM32H7 microcontrollers enable design reuse and scalability with a wide range of pin-compatible hardware options.

How to Quickly Implement Reliable Touchscreens Publish Date: 2024-01-17

Off-the-shelf resistive touchscreens and controllers simplify HMI implementations where ruggedness and operation with a bare or gloved finger are required.

Photodiodes: Light Meets Semiconductors Photodiodes: Light Meets Semiconductors

Get acquainted with the mathematics behind photodiodes and their responsiveness to incident light. Explore quantum efficiency, responsivity, and bandgap.

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.

Choosing the Oscilloscope That's Right for You! The RIGOL MSO5074 Choosing the Oscilloscope That's Right for You! The RIGOL MSO5074

Don't know which oscilloscope to buy? Our detailed review of the RIGOL MSO5074 and buying guide will help you make the right choice.

image of PixyCam2 - Giving Your Project Eyes PixyCam2 - Giving Your Project Eyes

Elevate your projects to new heights with PixyCam2, an ingenious mini camera that adds a new dimension of sight.

Image of Use Advances in 3D Time-of-Flight Sensors to Measure Peak Height and Fill Level During Production Use Advances in 3D Time-of-Flight Sensors to Measure Peak Height and Fill Level During Production

Time-of-flight sensing systems accurately measure, monitor, and detect the peak height and average fill levels on production lines.

PID Loops - How to Control Your Projects PID Loops - How to Control Your Projects!

Enhance your engineering prowess with PID control expertise. Delve into Proportional, Integral, and Derivative factors to achieve unparalleled project accuracy.

Image of Adopt Automation for Flexible and Future-Proof Semiconductor and Consumer Electronics Manufacturing Adopt Automation for Flexible and Future-Proof Semiconductor and Consumer Electronics Manufacturing

The key systems and components are at hand to create the future of automated semiconductor and consumer electronics manufacturing.

Image of Implementing Compact, High-Performance Tracking and Traceability for Effective Factory Automation Implementing Compact, High-Performance Tracking and Traceability for Effective Factory Automation Publish Date: 2023-10-05

Decoding a wide variety of standards using configurable, off-the-shelf barcode readers.

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 Address the Challenges to Implementing Robust Traceability Solutions How to Address the Challenges to Implementing Robust Traceability Solutions

Traceability can be difficult to implement due to imperfect barcodes and poor light conditions, but readers are available that address those challenges.