Analysis
LiFi technology showcased in London’s knowledge quarter
A special event is being co-hosted by The Institute of Physics (IOP) and pureLiFi, at the IOP’s new flagship building in London’s Kings Cross on May 16th, the International Day of Light, showcasing the potential of revolutionary LiFi technology. LiFi is a wireless technology which holds the key to solving challenges faced by 5G.
Understanding cooled and uncooled optical gas imaging
A technical note has been published by FLIR Systems that discusses and compares the advantages of cooled versus uncooled Optical Gas Imaging (OGI) technology for different industrial applications. Historically, OGI cameras have been designed with cooled infrared (IR) detectors that offer several advantages over uncooled detectors, but they often come at a higher cost.
Medical and health and safety standard successfully passed
SCHURTER has successfully passed the initial certification for the medical standard according to DIN EN ISO 13485 as well as the occupational health and safety standard according to DIN ISO 45001. The certification audits for the two standards took place in April 2019 and were successfully passed following a well-prepared and organised process.
Customised solutions for the medical device industry
Global technology consultancy for software solutions, DataArt, has announced a partnership with EXCO. The partnership will combine the advantages of the global reach and technological and industry expertise of DataArt, and EXCO’s expertise in compliance and documentation certification for the medical devices industry.
University EE lab plumps for Rohde & Schwarz test gear
Rohde & Schwarz is to supply test equipment for the newly refurbished Electronic Engineering teaching laboratory at the University of Essex. The laboratory is central to the University’s teaching of Electronic Engineering, and is used by undergraduate, MEng and Masters Students.
Automotive cabin air filter market through 2022
Blocking pollen, dust and particulate matter from vehicle exhaust from entering the car, automotive cabin air filter is being increasingly used in vehicles. Cabin air filter manufacturers are focusing on research and development of air filters using new material and advanced technology providing better filtration.
Duo to accelerate automotive virtual development system
Synopsys and Elektrobit (EB) have announced a collaboration to accelerate automotive electronic systems development using virtual environments. The two companies are collaborating to bring together Synopsys Virtualiser Development Kits (VDKs), EB operating systems, development and test tools, and complementary expertise to enable pre-silicon and pre-Electronic Control Unit (ECU) hardware availability and software development.
Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors invest €80m in Rimac
Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Motors Corporation have jointly invested €80m in Rimac - the Croatian high-performance EV technology and sportscar company. The companies have announced a strategic partnership to collaborate on the development of high-performance electric vehicles.
One in four Brits at risk when wearing headphones
New research shows that around a quarter of Brits (24%) feel they have put themselves in danger over the past 12 months when wearing headphones or earphones while walking, jogging or cycling. Examples included stepping out into a road, bumping into somebody or not hearing an emergency vehicle approaching.
Government package launched to help manufacturers win more orders
A £10m programme to help make the UK’s advanced aerospace manufacturing supply chain more competitive was launched by new Business and Industry Minister Andrew Stephenson, as he visited aerospace and defence supplier, MEP in Aylesford, Kent. The SMMT Industry Forum - the training and consultancy specialist for manufacturers - will help deliver the new approach, called NMCL (for National Manufacturing Competitiveness Levels), whic...