Elektor - Industry Update #2

Welcome to the second edition of our Elektor LinkedIn Newsletter! Get ready for your monthly updates about the most important electronics industry news. So let's dive in!

Latest updates:

• In April, Elektor attended the embedded world Exhibition&Conference and showcased our new booth, which highlighted our partners and industry offerings. We were overwhelmed with the positive feedback and engaging discussions we had. It was a pleasure to meet so many familiar faces. It's hard to pinpoint highlights because there were so many, but this year's scavenger hunt, in partnership with 乐鑫科技 , and the announcement of the 意法半导体 Design Contest winners were truly memorable. Thank you to everyone who participated. We're eagerly looking forward to 2025!

• Elektor Webinar: Discover the potential of Arduino in industrial automation with Elektor’s webinar on May 2, 2024. Hosted by Arduino expert Clemens Valens from Elektor and Francesca Gentile from Arduino, this event will showcase the Arduino Opta PLC family, offer integration tips, and include a Q&A session. Register today to not miss it!

• Are you an electronics engineer who wants to work for a publishing house? Check out our latest job offer:

• Video of the Month: Making this choice was difficult due to the many memorable moments captured at the trade fair. However, our editorial video is definitely worth watching.

• Active Poll: This year, we are focusing on various topics. Which of the following areas (verticals) are you most interested in?

• Product of the Month: JOY-iT RD6006 DC Power Supply Bundle (360 W)

The JOY-iT RD6006 offers up to 60 V and 6 A with advanced features including a 2.4-inch color display, USB and optional WiFi connectivity. It supports constant voltage and current operations with built-in safety protections. This bundle also includes an aluminum housing and a WiFi module, perfect for both professional and hobbyist electronics projects.

Recap from our embedded world Exhibition&Conference attendance

• Did you miss embedded world? We've got you covered. Download the embedded world 2024 Bonus Edition by Elektor for free. Delve into the latest innovations in embedded and AI technology with the free embedded world Bonus Edition of Elektor Mag. This special issue, designed to complement the March/April issue of ElektorMag and the Embedded World exhibition in Nuremberg, offered a wealth of knowledge. Highlights included a detailed project on programming the ESP32-CAM, an introduction to sound processing with Arm Cortex-M7, and a review of a versatile kit for audio applications and motor control. Insights were also provided by experts like Prof. Dr. Sebastian Steinhorst from the Technical University of Munich .

• Elektor LabTalk live with our editors Jens Nickel & Brian Tristam Williams from the exhibition grounds, featuring also guests, like Anant Raj Gupta & Pedro Minatel from 乐鑫科技 :

Important Industry Updates:

• Würth Elektronik Group supplements its molded power inductors series with the high-temperature versions: WE-MAPI and WE-LHMI. The new inductors can be used continuously at high rated currents in a temperature range from -55°C to +150°C. The compact components have been tested for thermal aging for over 1000 hours at 200oC and are qualified to AEC-Q200.

• 恩智浦半导体 FRDM Lab has launched two new MCX microcontrollers: the dual-core MCX N series for advanced machine learning applications and the general-purpose single-core MCX A series. Accompanying FRDM development boards support these MCUs with enhanced tools in NXP's MCUXpresso suite, facilitating rapid prototyping and diverse interfacing capabilities. Watch the interview of Stuart Cording with Kyle Dando

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• Microaware? ApS 's Sandwizz Breadboard enhances microcontroller development by integrating seamlessly with platforms like Arduino and Raspberry Pi. Designed for both digital and analog circuits, it bridges ECAD design with physical prototyping, offering pre-configured circuitry for streamlined development. Ready for a Kickstarter launch in June 2024, Sandwizz aims to transform electronic design prototyping. Watch the interview of Stuart Cording with Tommy Bjerre Nielsen :

Or read the full article about their new technology:

• Würth Elektronik Group has released a new line of over 500 'WRIS-RSKS Anti-Sulfur Resistors', designed to withstand harsh sulfur-rich environments. These resistors are equipped with a protective nickel-chromium layer, enhancing their durability and reliability in industries prone to sulfur exposure such as transportation and mining. Available in multiple specifications, these resistors ensure long-term performance across a range of applications.

• Siglent Technologies CO., Ltd has launched three new oscilloscope series with advanced 12-bit ADCs, covering a range of 70 MHz to 4 GHz. These devices excel in signal fidelity, offering low noise, high accuracy, and superior channel isolation. Key features include high-definition touch screens and advanced analysis tools like Bode Plot, making them highly effective for complex signal analysis across various applications.

• Mouser Electronics now offers the Weidmüller Deutschland UH20 u-maker Box, a modular Raspberry Pi 4 enclosure system designed for versatility in smart home and industrial projects. It features expandable packaging and action cam accessory compatibility for various mounting options, including a base and extension kit for enhanced functionality.

• Quectel’s latest white paper explains the capabilities of Wi-Fi HaLow, how it can be integrated into IoT solutions, and how its performance can be optimized. The paper concludes with typical Wi-Fi HaLow applications and the hardware required, such as the FGH100M module, to support them.

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