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Squeezing more from carbon dioxide

“High-pressure experiments show the way to selectively recycle the greenhouse gas into a particular product. Captured carbon dioxide emissions could be turned into valuable chemicals through a selective process driven by renewable electricity. CO2 can be electrochemically converted into a …

STMicroelectronics boosts IGBT ruggedness and efficiency with new 1350V series

“STMicroelectronics has released a new class of IGBTs with an increased breakdown-voltage capability of 1350V and maximum operating temperature of 175°C. The higher ratings ensure greater design margin, robust performance, and extended reliability under all operating conditions. The new …

STMicroelectronics’ low-drift, high-accuracy op amps operate to 175°C for ruggedness and long life in automotive and industrial applications

“STMicroelectronics’ TSZ181H1 and dual TSZ182H1 automotive-qualified operational amplifiers (op amps) deliver high accuracy and stability over a wide (-40°C to 175°C) temperature range. The high maximum operating temperature encourages use in harsh environments and in applications with long …

STMicroelectronics’ wireless microcontrollers make Sindcon smart meters more efficient and sustainable

“STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, announced today its collaboration with Sindcon (Singapore) IoT Technology Pte Ltd, a smart meter provider based in Singapore. The project is adding STM32WLE5 LoRaWAN® wireless microcontrollers from …

Streaming ESP32-CAM Images to Multiple Browsers via MQTT

“In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to publish images from an ESP32-CAM board to multiple browser clients using MQTT (Message Queuing Telemetry Transport). This setup will enable you to create a platform that functions similarly to a live …

ThermTerm: an open source heat pump controller and home automation terminal, built on ESP32

“Control heat pumps manually or remotely via MQTT/Home Assistant. I love my heat pumps. They’re energy efficient and the fastest way to heat or cool any room. But I’ve always hated the remote controls that come with …

A system to keep cloud-based gamers in sync

“By synchronizing media streams transmitted from the cloud to two devices, researchers could improve cloud gaming and AR/VR applications. Cloud gaming, which involves playing a video game remotely from the cloud, witnessed unprecedented growth during the lockdowns and gaming …

Anode Models for Green Hydrogen Production

“Researchers from the Interface Science Department at the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society conducted experiments using atomically defined model pre-catalysts to unveil intricate details of the electrocatalytic water splitting reaction, targeting the advancement of green H2 production …

Ardu14: An Arduino-Based Emulator for the Science of Cambridge MK14 Micro Computer

“This project is based on the “Portable MK14 emulator in ‘C’”. While I’m not certain of the exact origins, I discovered it in Doug Rice’s Virtual MK14 GitHub repository. Doug and Hein Pragt’s websites were valuable resources …

BorgWarner to integrate STMicroelectronics’ Silicon-Carbide Technology in Viper Power Module for Volvo Cars’ Next-Generation Electric Vehicles

“STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, will supply BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA), a global leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, with the latest third generation 750V silicon carbide (SiC …