Continuous passive motion (CPM) is now a critical part of patient rehabilitation. New technologies, including artificial intelligence, are helping medical OEMs take the next step to optimize patient therapy.

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Using sound to capture medical data boosts device innovation

By Avnet Staff - February 21, 2024

Wearable medical devices provide continuous body monitoring. Acoustic sensing is non-intrusive and the data supports early diagnosis and remote analysis. Are the stethoscope’s days numbered? That’s not likely, but new device opportunities abound.

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Designers lead advances in CT scanning field

By Avnet Staff - February 21, 2024

High resolution and low dose are two of the latest developments in computed tomography equipment used by medical professionals. Looking inside tells us how these innovations are being achieved.

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When GaN is too fast for your application, consider SiC instead

By Avnet Staff - February 21, 2024

The best power converters are not always the ones that switch the fastest. Gallium Nitride (GaN) switches faster than other power transistors, but sometimes it is too fast. Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs may sometimes be a better option.

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Safer, targeted approaches to treat atrial fibrillation

By Avnet Staff - February 21, 2024

Pulsed field ablation is a bold approach to treating atrial fibrillation. The control required is extreme, leading to innovative solutions and newly patented technologies gaining attention from doctors, patients and OEMs.

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Hitting the triple bottom line drives sustainable design

By Philip Ling - December 6, 2023

Sustainability at a corporate level continues to gain attention. Commercial success comes with social responsibility, something referred to in business as the triple bottom line and represented by the three Ps: profit, people and planet.

How is AI changing the electronics industry?

By Philip Ling - October 6, 2023

Artificial intelligence has the potential to influence every part of any company. As a trusted partner and leader in technology, Avnet has a responsibility to its customers and suppliers to consider the impact of AI from all angles.

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Why AI must redefine processor architectures

By Philip Ling - October 3, 2023

Artificial neural networks are complex, multi-layered and multi-dimensional arrays of interconnected numerical values. Executing the math behind those connections is at the heart of AI. This math is unlike any other in the digital domain.

Why AI and embedded design share the same DNA

By Philip Ling - September 26, 2023

Intelligence comes in many forms. More of us are interacting with devices that appear to understand us. What and how they understand depends on the technology inside. How are embedded engineers implementing intelligence?

Ethernet evolution: The rise of SPE and TSN in automotive and industrial applications

By Harvey Wilson - September 14, 2023

IT professionals quickly recognized the benefits of networking computers and peripherals as the burgeoning computer industry established itself in the 1980s. However, making it a reality was another matter...

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What’s new in mmWave and 5G SoCs and modules?

By Avnet Staff - August 24, 2023

This article looks at recent developments in mmWave and 5G modules and systems-on-chips (SoCs), and the benefits they represent to product development teams working at both the board level and system level of design.

What is the impact of using AI in 5G networks

By Avnet Staff - August 22, 2023

AI is impacting the performance, security and maintenance of 5G networks. Network operators are racing to reap the benefits. AI promises to deliver returns on network investment and improve the end-customer experience along the way.

Addressing the processing needs of Space 2.0 applications

By Paul Leys - August 9, 2023

Through low-cost launches designed for nanosatellites, the possibility to put technology into space has opened up a slew of applications. Though there are many possibilities, space environments even in orbits close to Earth are particularly harsh.

Advancing quality control: The Evolution, Impact and Future of Defect Visual Inspection (DVI) in Manufacturing

By Michaël Uyttersprot - July 26, 2023

In the complex realm of manufacturing, Defect Visual Inspection (DVI) has emerged as a critical process, evolving significantly over time.

Extending operational lifetime for battery-powered devices is crucial

July 24, 2023

Ultra-low power devices encourage the use of primary cell batteries. Developers can employ design techniques to maximize the power available. It starts with understanding your application’s power profile.

AI takes on growing role in HVAC system efficiencies

July 24, 2023

In most countries, buildings account for about 40% of the total energy consumed. HVAC and lighting consume around half that amount. Fortunately, AI is already delivering improved energy efficiency in these systems.

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Explore options for choosing an optical rotary encoder for motion control and position sensing

July 24, 2023

Rotary position sensing is used in motor control and user interface panels. It comprises various encoding methods. Optical encoders can offer advantages. We look at the options and how to choose the right one for your application.

How are magnetic rotary encoders used in industrial automation?

July 24, 2023

The Hall effect is used in rotary encoders to monitor position, speed and direction in electric motors and rotary dials. The encoder designs vary, so it is helpful to understand the main features and how they affect performance.

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Factory automation realizes boost from new technologies

By Philip Ling - July 23, 2023

The technologies behind automation must combine reliability and stability with an eagerness to develop in a commercially responsible way. Discover the technologies making the grade right now.

EV Charging Series, Part 3: How V2G Benefits Drivers and Electricity Suppliers

By Harvey Wilson - June 19, 2023

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) is the capability for EVs to send power from their batteries back to the main electricity grid. This can be hugely helpful in meeting demands on the grid, stabilising it, and dealing with the inconsistency of renewables.

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How modelling and simulation support mmWave design integration and delivery

By Philip Ling - June 6, 2023

5G mmWave system design is too complex to approach at a component level. Engineers need to take full advantage of software in all its forms to bring new solutions to market and provide full lifetime support.

Transformative IoT solutions with the STM32 32-bit Wireless MCU Series

June 1, 2023

Choosing the right microcontroller for your project is crucial. In this post, we’ll explore the capabilities of ST’s 32-bit wireless MCU, STM32WBA52 and the IoT applications that benefit most from them.

EV Charging Series, Part 2: Integrating EV Charging with Matter and the Smart Home

By Harvey Wilson - June 1, 2023

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more common on our roads, with sales continuing on an upward trend, there’s an increasing focus on how we charge them. For most of us, we’ll want to handle much of our charging at home, both for convenience and to take ad...

EV Charging Series, Part 1: The Future of EV Charging - Revolutionary Developments are Closer Than You Think

By Harvey Wilson - May 17, 2023

Electric vehicles (EVs) are big business – you only need to look at Tesla’s share price to see just how big. Imagine how much more valuable the market would be if EVs could charge in a few seconds, not minutes or hours.

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Power trends and the choice between Si, SiC and GaN

By Thomas Hauer - May 3, 2023

Wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors can deliver performance and power efficiency that are superior to those of silicon devices, and have useful properties such as high operating temperature. This means that WBG devices, using materials such as gallium nitri...

Combining GaN and SiC for cost-effective power conversion

By Avnet Staff - April 20, 2023

The public image of silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) is as wonder materials. We know they are displacing older silicon technology, boosting the efficiency of power conversion stages. However, neither is a universal solution.

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Understand practical GaN and SiC differences for EV onboard chargers

By Avnet Staff - April 18, 2023

Depending on the design, wide bandgap devices may provide efficiency gains in power conversion for onboard chargers. But which do you choose over silicon if any? We look at the options and offer some advice.

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When edge and enterprise collide

By Philip Ling - March 9, 2023

See the building blocks of a connected world at Embedded World 2023

What OEMs should know about SaaS and the IoT

By Michael Lamp - March 1, 2023

When it comes to the IoT, as many myths exist about SaaS as facts. It isn’t just a subscription-based revenue model. The underlying technologies used to deliver SaaS are fundamental and need to be fully appreciated to build a viable solution.

Key Considerations of Condition Monitoring

February 27, 2023

Condition monitoring is one of the pivotal ways in which the advent of Industry 4.0 is bringing about major improvements within the industrial sector.