Analysis
Driving digital transformation in an organisation
Technology is difficult to evolve despite the speed at which it develops, and things have really changed in recent times, especially in the past year there has really been a focus on digital transformation. When it comes to this transformation people often say you need new people, but why? Why not focus on the people you already have on your team and train them so they can transform with the business?
Global surgical robot market to hit $24bn
With technological advancements set to revolutionise healthcare in the coming years, the surgical robots market is anticipated to capture a significant share of the changing medical industry. Of late, precision robots have been able to make minimally invasive surgeries a reality and are being increasingly used in a wide range of surgeries.
Farnell adds Kitronik to product portfolio
Farnell is now stocking the Kitronik range of accessories for micro:bit, Arduino and Raspberry Pi, perfect for educators, students, makers and hobbyists. The products encourage imagination and creativity when used in conjunction with the latest generation of open-source programmable computer boards.
Keysight, Kandou advance chord signalling technology
A collaboration between Keysight Technologies and Kandou Bus is advancing high-speed digital signalling applications using Keysight's test solutions for characterising Chord signalling transmitter and receiver designs.
Global solar pumps market to reach $3.1bn by 2027
According to a recent study, in terms of revenue, the global solar pumps market is estimated to expand at a CAGR of 12% during the forecast period, owing to numerous factors. The study, from Transparency Market Research, offers thorough insights and forecasts in the solar pumps market.
Duo collaborate on 'Ride Like a Pilot' charity cycling challenge
Starting on 5th September 2019, four members of the UK Royal Air Force Cycling Association will conduct a 1,900 mile (3,050km) ride, raising money for SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity. They will be wearing Everysight Raptor smart glasses throughout the journey. A spin-off from Elbit Systems, Everysight Raptor glasses are designed for cycling and use Augmented Reality (AR) technology developed by Elbit for fighter jet helmet mounted display s...
Production of functional air intake prototype cuts manufacturing time
Briggs Automotive Company (BAC), the British manufacturer of the recently launched Mono R, and Stratasys have revealed the impact additive manufacturing is having on the design and production of the latest edition to the BAC elite supercar offering. When faced with detrimental delays to the design process of an essential airbox, the team turned to Stratasys FDM additive manufacturing to produce fully functional prototypes in r...
Farnell joins with Xilinx to help FPGA engineers
Farnell is continuing its efforts to make developing with programmable logic devices easier, quicker and more advantageous for its community of engineers with the launch of its Path II Programmable series, sponsored by Xilinx.
New apprentice training hub to boost product innovation
As part of the continued drive to address the skills gap within the engineering sector, Harwin has formally opened its Apprentice Training Hub, along with a new R&D Centre. Located at the company’s Portsmouth headquarters, construction and kitting out of the unit that will house both these operations has been completed and they are now ready to be staffed.
Back to school: How to talk to kids about online safety
Children are getting back to school, and that means more time spent on the internet. But that also brings an increase in online threats. That’s why parents should talk to their kids more about internet safety — but not every parent knows how. “The internet is a great place where kids can learn many things, but their curiosity can lead to dangers, too. That’s why parents should educate their children more about interne...