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  • May 8, 2013
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    Satellites As Watchdogs

    Although many people are concerned with the privacy issues arising from monitoring applications, such capabilities can be used to better protect our habitat and its animal inhabitants....More
  • Apr. 18, 2013
    Article

    Emulator Takes LTE Testing Into The Real World

    As a key feature of Long Term Evolution (LTE), multiple input multiple output (MIMO) introduces complex radio conditions that may be helped by emulators and other testing solutions....More
  • Apr. 4, 2013
    Article

    Drone Controversy Continues

    A large part of the population—in the US and probably abroad—is concerned about drones, and their numbers and efforts are growing....More
  • Mar. 26, 2013
    Article

    Flexible RFID Sensor Tag Could Cut Food Waste

    To help to eliminate waste, an RFID chip, microcontroller, and sensor integrated circuit have been integrated into a flexible tag that monitors the freshness of food....More
  • Feb. 21, 2013
    Article

    Card Payments Get Faster And Safer

    The Coil-on-Module package combines a security chip and antenna, which enables an RF connection to the antenna embedded on the plastic payment card. By using an RF link rather than a mechanical-electrical connection, this solution provides as much as a 5X increase in speed compared to conventional solutions....More
  • Feb. 15, 2013
    Article

    GaN, Death, And Distrust 4

    After working abroad on GaN developments, a 31-year-old engineer began to worry that his work could compromise US national security. He was later found dead, having supposedly committed suicide....More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    Article

    Searching For That Semi Combination

    Funding from DARPA will help with the development of both analog and digital GaN semiconductor technologies....More
  • Feb. 6, 2013
    Article

    White-Space Communications Will Kickstart The “Internet of Things”

    With its ability to utilize unused bandwidth, white-space communications technology is rapidly gaining ground in Europe....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Article

    In-Vehicle Wireless Charging Hits The Road…Without Jack (Or Plug) 14

    Toyota’s Avalon will feature a wireless charging system. Using Qi and RFID technology, it lets drivers charge their smartphones while driving. All the driver does is place his or her Qi-protocol-enabled phone onto a charging mat built into the dash panel....More
  • Jan. 9, 2013
    Article

    Back When Cars Just Drove 2

    The Internet of Things will soon be a reality for the automotive industry, creating a safer and more enjoyable driving experience while improving traffic flow....More
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