Electronics and Sensors

A smart sensor comprises a sensing element, an analog to digital converter (ADC), analog interface circuit and bus interface in a single housing. The smart sensors are built with one or numerous smart functionalities such as self-identification, self-testing, self-validation, and self-adaptation. Smart sensors are applicable for sensing temperature...

This issue of Microelectronics TOE covers recent developments in data storage technologies in the US. Innovations include a system-on-chip memory storage, discrete and embedded MRAM technology by Avalanche Technology, hot storage as part of cloud storage solutions by Wasabi Technologies Inc., hybrid and all-flash storage technology by Tegile Syste...

The silicon photonics (SiP) is an emerging industry with a high level of collaboration between key stakeholders. SiP technology integrates complementary metal-oxide semiconductor (CMOS), three-dimensional (3D) integration, and fiber optic communication technologies. The objective of the SiP technology is to leverage CMOS manufacturing capabilities ...

Sensor technology is enabling development of advanced systems for vehicle safety and control in the automotive sector. Automotive manufacturers are increasingly using electronics systems for improving vehicle performance, passenger safety and comfort. Integration of sensors and actuators into automotive control systems optimizes the performance of ...

•Microelectronics is a highly dynamic and versatile sector that is witnessing high level of technology innovation. The government’s push towards commercialising environment friendly technologies, the consumer’s preference to devices with small form factor and low cost, are primarily driving the innovations in this space. •Emerging microele...

The technology and innovation research service covers the top 10 sensor and instrumentation technologies that will have highest impact in the near- to medium-term Key technologies in the sensor and instrumentation cluster were evaluated to arrive at the top 10 technologies for 2017. The technologies were selected after critical evaluation of an exh...

The flexible electronics (FE) industry is witnessing enthusiastic participation from various stakeholders who are introducing diverse enabling technologies which in turn are propelling the growth of FE industry. With the convergence of such enabling technologies, FE is expected to grow into a key technology sector with immense potential. The next-g...

Advancements in screenless displays have created opportunities for display manufactures to discover a wide range of solutions for multiple applications. Miniaturization of electronic components, advancements in wireless communications and navigation, and adoption of smart devices across various industries is expected to fuel advancements in the scr...