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NI creates CompactRIO-based power analysis tool

Posted on July 26, 2012 by simon

National Instruments has announced the LabVIEW Electrical Power Suite, which allows engineers to combine an CompactRIO system for power measurement with over 50 signal and sensor modules. “The LabVIEW Electrical Power Suite and CompactRIO help engineers effectively monitor and meet … Continue reading →

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NXP chip for multi-color LED modules for Car Interiors

Posted on July 26, 2012 by simon

Now this looks cool! NXP has introduced a new kind of interface chip for control nodes in cars. It involves multi-color LED modules which are used to decorate the inside of cars, using three low-current high-side LED switches that can … Continue reading →

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$49 android PC from Via

Posted on July 23, 2012 by simon

Centred around an ARM processor, Taiwanese motherboard maker Via has announced a $49 APC Android PC that can be connected to a TV or monitor. In this case, it is Via’s WonderMedia SoC, usually aimed at tablets.  The PC, called … Continue reading →

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Makey Makey Circuit Board

Posted on July 23, 2012 by simon

The new DIY circuit lets you turn virtually any object into a computer key. All kinds of organic materials like food can be used! So how does it work? Basically it works using a USB that can be connected to … Continue reading →

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Space: Europe Moon mission Rocket Test.

Posted on April 11, 2012 by simon

Will 2018 be the year a new descent on the moon takes place? Many tests have been conducted to ensure that the landing will be successful and luckily it has been showing positive results. About the new rocket: The ATV … Continue reading →

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Elektra European Electronics Industry Awards 2011 Winners

Posted on January 25, 2012 by simon

The awards ceremony took place on 14th December at the Park Plaza Hotel in London. Caltest were proud to sponsor the Passive and Electromech award at the Elektra Awards 2011 in a joint venture with LeCroy. The 2011 winners were: … Continue reading →

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Elektra European Electronics Industry Awards 2011

Posted on December 5, 2011 by simon

Remember the Elektra Electronics Industry Awards 2011 is on Wednesday 14th December 2011. Caltest are proud to present and sponsor the Passive and Electromech award at the Elektra Awards 2011 in a joint venture with LeCroy. The awards ceremony is … Continue reading →

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New Jobs Service Launches on Electronics Weekly

Posted on December 5, 2011 by simon

Don’t miss out on the new job service that has launched on Electronics Weekly – make sure you visit www.electronicsweekly.com/jobs to see what’s new!

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EU Project Develops Graphene Supercapacitor

Posted on December 5, 2011 by simon

A European Union-funded collaborative research project is intended to develop supercapacitor energy storage technology for use in hybrid electric vehicles. The ElectroGraph project is investigating technology for the development of both electrode materials as well as the electrolyte solutions as required for optimising … Continue reading →

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Google Green Energy Program is Cut as Company Narrows Focus

Posted on November 25, 2011 by simon

Google Inc. says it is abandoning its ambitious program to drive down the cost of renewable energy, one of seven major initiatives canceled by the Internet giant this week as it looks to focus on its core projects. Launched four … Continue reading →

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