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Test & Measurement

Arrr! Thar’s Piratin’ ta be Done with Emerson’s Newly Minted NI mioDAQ

On International Talk Like a Pirate Day, Andy covers NI’s new USB-based multichannel data-acquisition instrument, the mioDAQ, suitable for reverse engineering as well as bench...
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National Geographic's Tsunami: Race Against Time
Sensors

National Geographic’s "Tsunami: Race Against Time"

National Geographic’s latest docuseries brings viewers to the forefront of the 2004 tsunami and the people who lived through its aftermath.
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Test & Measurement

Test Setup Evaluates Inverter Drive Designs

Optimizing drivetrain and inverter performance of a design requires characterizing the gate-driver signals, especially in multiphase, which can be very challenging.
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Power

Oscilloscope Probes for Power Test Reinforce RF Isolation

The latest isolated oscilloscope probes from Tektronix use robust isolation to measure the fast-changing currents in power electronics based on SiC and GaN.
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Holiday gifts for the analog-focused engineer
Analog

Suggested Gifts for Electronics Nerds of All Ages

Make gift-giving a breeze with these gift ideas for that engineer, kid, Maker, electronics hobbyist, or geek who seems to have everything—including socks and sweaters.
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Lake Shore Cryotronics' Source Measure Units Optimized for Testing Emerging Nano/2D Semiconductor Devices.
Test & Measurement

SMU Optimized for Testing Nano/2D Semiconductor Devices

Lake Shore Cryotronics' SMU module for its M81-SSM instrument brings laboratory-grade, low-level measurement capabilities to a benchtop instrument.
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Test & Measurement

Auto Semiconductor Test Requires a Comprehensive Approach

Semiconductor quantity and functionality in cars continues to grow. As each type of device poses unique test challenges, a one-size-fits-all test approach won’t suffice. A test...
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Boards

Dev Boards and Modules for the Holidays

These are some options for makers and engineers who like to tinker.
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Industrial

The Latest AI-Powered Cameras Target a Diverse Array of Industries

Discover how smart AI-powered cameras are transforming industries that range from robotics to advanced automotive applications.
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A Scary Time: My 10 Halloween Projects Over the Years

A collection of 10 Halloween projects by Cabe Atwell to scare—and inspire—you.