• Servers at the headquarters of the European Organization for Nuclear Research CERN Fujitsu Laboratories and systemonchip designer Socionext have built a transceiver that could speed up data transfers between optical modules and semiconductor chips used in servers and switches Image courtesy of CERN
    Researchers have built a transceiver that sets a new standard for data transfers between optical modules and semiconductor chips used in servers and switches.
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    The ability of an ambient light sensor to closely match a photopic response is key to maximizing human-machine interaction, extending the life of an electronics system, and improving...
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    The thermoelectric cooler that stabilizes the temperature of a laser diode needs a special power-supply configuration, which is provided by this simple circuit.
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    This microcontroller-based control circuit adjusts the speed of a small permanent-magnet DC motor to one of four speeds as selected by a pair of photosensors.
    FPGAbased hardware is being used to enhance the capabilities of hyperspectral cameras which are often used to direct actuators in automated food sorting Image courtesy of Resonon
    A research project funded by the Montana Department of Commerce is planning to use FPGAs to increase the frame-rate and resolution of hyperspectral cameras.
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    Two new triac-output optocouplers developed by Toshiba Electronics Europe provide reinforced insulation and low LED trigger currents up to 3 mA.
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    A dual camera module from Toshiba Electronics Europe can simultaneously output recorded images and depth data, making it possible to focus images after snapping a photo.
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    Plextek is using Oculus Rift, a virtual reality gaming headset, to develop a series of immersive telepresence technology concepts.
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    The Suyin Optronics 8-Mpixel CM 8013 AF05 OV01 camera module suits use where space is tight, measuring 8.5 by 8.5 by 5.91 mm, such as industrial PCs, mobile devices, and automotive...