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Image of Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes Dielectric Elastomer Switches: Building Logic Gates with Soft Membranes

When you think of "electronics," you probably picture rigid green circuit boards, silicon chips, and soldering irons. But what if you could build a circuit entirely out of soft, stretchy rubber?

Image of How to Establish a Secure Hardware Foundation for Long-Term CRA Compliance How to Establish a Secure Hardware Foundation for Long-Term CRA Compliance Publish Date: 2026-04-08

Learn how to use the NXP EdgeLock secure enclave to establish a secure hardware foundation for long-term CRA compliance.

Image of Understanding the Difference Between Latching and Non-Latching Relays Understanding the Difference Between Latching and Non-Latching Relays Publish Date: 2026-04-07

Relays are a foundational component in electronic systems, enabling reliable control of circuits across industrial, commercial, and consumer applications.

Image of Connector Testing and Its Importance to User Safety and End Use Connector Testing and Its Importance to User Safety and End Use

Connector testing, performed by accredited test facilities, is an important phase in ensuring electrical connector safety.

Image of Docker Part 1: Fixing “It Works on My Machine” Docker Part 1: Fixing “It Works on My Machine"

In this post, I want to explain what Docker is, why it helps with these problems, and give a practical understanding of how it fits into development workflows.

Image of Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like? Humanoids – What Does the Future Look Like?

The pace of innovation is accelerating rapidly, driven by advances in AI, robotics, and computing power, with the possibilities expanding beyond simple tasks.

Image of DC/DC Converters for AI Data Centers: Tackling Space and Thermal Challenges DC/DC Converters for AI Data Centers: Tackling Space and Thermal Challenges

AI data center GPUs are pushing beyond 1 kW per device resulting in rack power densities in the megawatt scale, stressing cooling schemes past comfort zones.

Image of Webinar – Meet the LAN Squad: Defeating Ethernet Design Challenges Webinar – Meet the LAN Squad: Defeating Ethernet Design Challenges

Explore how solutions from Würth Elektronik offer tailored advantages to LAN enhance robustness, simplify layout decisions, and reduce overall system cost.

Image of Measuring the Speed of Sound Using an Ultrasonic Sensor and Oscilloscope Measuring the Speed of Sound Using an Ultrasonic Sensor and Oscilloscope

In this blog, I will walk through a simple experiment that uses an ultrasonic sensor and oscilloscope to measure how fast sound travels through the air.

Image of Select the Right Connectors to Meet Stringent Mil/Aero Electrical and Mechanical Requirements Select the Right Connectors to Meet Stringent Mil/Aero Electrical and Mechanical Requirements Publish Date: 2026-04-01

Connectors for aerospace and defense integrate sophisticated materials, contact and body design, fabrication, and evaluation to meet mandated objectives.

Image of Single-Chip Systems, MCUs for Matter-Enabled Smart Home Devices Fill Multiple Mesh Network Roles Single-Chip Systems, MCUs for Matter-Enabled Smart Home Devices Fill Multiple Mesh Network Roles Publish Date: 2026-03-31

Energy-efficient, low-latency components from NXP support Matter-enabled smart home networks while development tools help designers create new prototypes.

Image of Power Distribution Boards: Smart Alternative to Relays Power Distribution Boards: Smart Alternative to Relays

This blog will talk about the core concepts and the theory behind the circuit schematic and how it was approached.

Image of Harnessing AI at the Edge with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module Harnessing AI at the Edge with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module

As data processing increasingly moves closer to the edge, platforms that deliver efficient AI performance with low latency and high customization are needed.

Image of Webinar – Seven Reasons to Move from 12 V to 48 V Today Webinar – Seven Reasons to Move from 12 V to 48 V Today

A discussion on why 48 V is becoming the dominant power delivery network and how modular power solutions can speed and simplify transition.

Image of Simplifying Frequency Stability for High-Speed 5G and Data Converter Designs Simplifying Frequency Stability for High-Speed 5G and Data Converter Designs Publish Date: 2026-03-25

Discover how ADI's ADF4382 PLLs with integrated VCOs enhance frequency stability and speed for high-speed data converter and 5G radio designs.

Image of Building Quantum-Resilient Embedded Systems with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module Building Quantum-Resilient Embedded Systems with iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module

iWave Global has partnered with Xiphera to deliver quantum-safe cryptographic capability on iWave’s Agilex™ 5 System on Module (SoM) powered by Altera.

Image of How to Select Cables for Reliable VFD Motor Control and Sensor Feedback How to Select Cables for Reliable VFD Motor Control and Sensor Feedback Publish Date: 2026-03-24

Growing industrial automation and the push for better energy efficiency are speeding up the adoption of VFDs in motor-driven systems.

Image of Solder Smarter Using DigiKey Standard Helping Hands Solder Smarter Using DigiKey Standard Helping Hands

Explore DigiKey Helping Hands features including magnetic PCB pillars, flexible arms, LED magnifier, and a heavy steel base for stable soldering.

Image of Automotive Ethernet: The Backbone of Modern In-Vehicle Communication Automotive Ethernet: The Backbone of Modern In-Vehicle Communication

As vehicles become more autonomous and data-centric, the need for a high-speed, scalable, and reliable in-vehicle communication backbone is greater than ever.

Image of Webinar – Select the Right Cables for Harsh Industrial Automation Applications Webinar – Select the Right Cables for Harsh Industrial Automation Applications

This in-depth webinar breaks down what it takes to select the right wire and cable for industrial environments.