SiC components in EVs
Despite the higher costs of SiC semiconductor components compared to silicon ones, automakers still embrace them for their low power loss, high withstand voltage, heat resistance and high frequency characteristics......»»
Novel path of intercellular signal sharing discovered in zebrafish experiments
Researchers at the University of Exeter, U.K., have discovered intricate mechanisms of ligand–receptor complex transport via specialized protrusions transporting signaling components between cells, challenging the conventional understanding of cell.....»»
Apple hardware execs discuss "profound" changes in chip business
Apple's work to bring the design of components in-house is the most "profound change" for the company in the last 20 years, an interview with its hardware chiefs reveals.John Ternus [left] and Johny Srouji [right], via CNBCIn an interview recorded in.....»»
The best laptops for programming, chosen by experts
When buying a laptop for programming, which is best? We have a selection based on the components you'll need......»»
Unveiling the role of autophagy in metabolism and growth for tomato fruit development
Autophagy, a eukaryotic mechanism for breaking down cellular components, is a vital process in lytic organelles such as vacuoles in yeast and plants, and lysosomes in animals. Research has predominantly focused on the model plant Arabidopsis, reveali.....»»
Migratory bats can detect the Earth"s magnetic field, behavioral experiments show
Pipistrelle bats have a magnetic compass and calibrate it at sunset, according to a new study. An international team of researchers led by the University of Oldenburg has used behavioral experiments to show that two different components of the Earth'.....»»
Hubble Space Telescope is back up and running following gyro problem
The Hubble Space Telescope is back to full operations following several weeks in safe mode due to a problem with one of its components......»»
Photonic chip that "fits together like Lego" opens door to semiconductor industry
Researchers at the University of Sydney Nano Institute have invented a compact silicon semiconductor chip that integrates electronics with photonic, or light, components. The new technology significantly expands radio-frequency (RF) bandwidth and the.....»»
Two-photon lithography for photonic packaging: A promising solution
Photonic integrated circuits (PICs) are compact devices that combine multiple optical components on a single chip. They have a wide range of applications in communications, ranging, sensing, computing, spectroscopy, and quantum technology. PICs are n.....»»
Biden weighing reprieve for automakers on tougher rules for EV tax credits
The stricter requirements, which were included in the president's signature climate law, don’t allow tax breaks for vehicles containing battery components or critical minerals from foreign entities of concern......»»
Apple Vision Pro followup expected to be a more affordable, cut-down model
A rumored cheaper variant of the Apple Vision Pro could be considerably cheaper than the initial release, with Apple aiming to reduce the cost of components by half.Apple Vision Pro at Apple ParkThe Apple Vision Pro is a very specialized piece of har.....»»
Google says bumpy Pixel 8 screens are nothing to worry about
Display "bumps" are components pushing into the OLED panel. Those are some strange bumps at the top of the screen. [credit:.....»»
New computer code for mechanics of tissues and cells in three dimensions
Biological materials are made of individual components, including tiny motors that convert fuel into motion. This creates patterns of movement, and the material shapes itself with coherent flows by constant consumption of energy. Such continuously dr.....»»
Apple considers bringing iPhone camera sensor designs in-house
Apple may continue its trend of designing more of its components in-house by coming up with its own camera sensors, it is rumored, giving it more control over how the iPhone takes and processes photographs.iPhone 15 Pro Max camerasOver the years, App.....»»
Apple considers bringing camera sensor designs in-house
Apple may continue its trend of designing more of its components in-house by coming up with its own camera sensors, it is rumored, giving it more control over how the iPhone takes and processes photographs.iPhone 15 Pro Max camerasOver the years, App.....»»
I built the best gaming PC in the world — and it wasn’t worth it
I upgraded my PC with some of the fastest components in the world and it's made my work much faster, but it barely effected my gaming at all. Here's why......»»
Porous platinum matrix shows promise as a new actuator material
Actuators are common machine components that convert energy into movement, like the muscles in the human body, vibrators in mobile phones or electric motors. Ideal actuator materials need good electrochemical properties to repeatedly conduct electric.....»»
Upgrade your PC or start from scratch? Here’s our definitive guide on the question
If your PC isn't cutting it anymore, it might be time to upgrade. But should you start from scratch or replace certain components? Let's find out......»»
Apple"s iPhone parts pairing is making the company billions
The New York Times says that iPhone include code to identify when repair components are bought from Apple — and to intentionally fail if alternatives are used.An Apple repair toolkitApple famously used to object to all "right to repair" moves to ma.....»»
A successful liftoff: Space shuttle Endeavour"s rockets are installed
In a delicate maneuver, crews successfully lifted into place giant rockets at the California Science Center, the first large components installed at the future home of the space shuttle Endeavour......»»
Aqua Trivy open-source security scanner now finds Kubernetes security risks
The Aqua Trivy open-source scanner now supports vulnerability scanning for Kubernetes components and Kubernetes Bill of Materials (KBOM) generation. Now, companies can better understand the components within their Kubernetes environment and how secur.....»»