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......»»
Taiwanese makers interested in making EV components in Southeast Asia
Taiwan-based ICT and electronic component makers, in a bid to enter EV (electric vehicle) supply chains, are interested in setting up factories in Southeast Asian countries, especially Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia which are likely to become new pr.....»»
US to require 55% federal-funded EV charger components locally made by July 2024
The US Department of Transportation released the EV charging standards on February 15 to ensure a predictable charging experience. Following the regulation, all charging stations funded by the federal government must contain at least 55% of US-made c.....»»
Shihlin Electric looks to green energy solutions for 2023 growth
Shihlin Electric, a manufacturer of electric components and equipment, expects sales for 2023 to be driven by green energy solutions......»»
Newly discovered components of Dendrolimus pini sex pheromone
Beyond the seven mountains and forests, a hungry beast was stealing away. Does this sound like a fairy tale? In reality, such a beast does exist. It is the caterpillar of the nocturnal pine-tree lappet moth (Dendrolimus pini, L.), which feeds on pine.....»»
The perfect pour: Model predicts beer head features
From creating drinks with distinctive looks to providing aromas for connoisseurs, beer foam is big business. The complex interplay between the components of a beer, the vessel from which it's poured, and the glass it's poured into has garnered plenty.....»»
Diodes CEO talks about IC industry supply chain development trends
The IC industry supply chain is heading toward regionalization and experiencing a pendulum effect, according to Keh-Shew Lu, CEO of Diodes, a US-based discrete semiconductor components manufacturer. He added that the industry is also focusing more on.....»»
Young Optics expects 1Q23 shipments to slip sequentially
Young Optics expects overall shipments in the first quarter of 2023 to decrease significantly on quarter because clients for pico-projection optical modules, imaging optical components and automotive optical lens modules are still cleaning inventorie.....»»
Technology transforms plastic waste bottles into polymers for lithium-ion batteries
A team of A*STAR scientists has successfully upcycled waste polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic into polymer electrolytes, which are key components for safer lithium-ion batteries (LiBs). The study is the first known report of a working lithium-.....»»
GM makes long-term U.S. microchip deal with GlobalFoundries
The companies said GlobalFoundries will produce components for GM's chip suppliers in a long-term agreement that offers exclusive capacity for GM......»»
Kyocera"s 3 trillion yen revenue plan targets semiconductor equipment and EV components
Japanese electronic component maker Kyocera has proposed a plan to nearly double the company's equipment investment for the next fiscal year, with an emphasis on chipmaking equipment and EV components. The company's goal is to double its revenue and.....»»
Today’s best deals: Apple devices, Amazon Kindles, Google Pixels, and more
Dealmaster also has discounts on storage, computer components, and chargers. Enlarge (credit: Ars Technica) It's the middle of the week, and you know what that means. It's time for another Dealmaster. In this week's roun.....»»
Auto chips supply chain to undergo restructuring in next 1-2 years
The shortages of automotive chips and components have eased from the past few years, but the entire supply chain is expected to undergo restructuring in the next 1-2 years as the bullwhip effect still exists, according to tier-1 suppliers......»»
MSI’s 2023 GT77 Titan is even faster than most gaming desktops
MSI's GT77 Titan has next-gen components that are powerful enough to put expensive gaming desktops to shame......»»
WPG sees customer inventories return to normal by 2Q23
Inventories at downstream system makers are expected to return to healthy levels in the second quarter of 2023, but those at upstream components suppliers will take more time to digest and may not fall to normal status until the end of the year, acco.....»»
Epi-wafer firm LandMark expects revenue growth in 2023
Taiwan-based LandMark Optoelectronics, which specializes in GaAs and InP epi-wafers for optical communications, expects to post another on-year revenue increase in 2023, when the company will start shipping 800G silicon photonics components......»»
Today’s best deals: Apple iPad Air, Meta Quest Pro, Surface devices, and more
Dealmaster also has 4K TVs, computer components, and some of our favorite chargers. Enlarge Another week, another Dealmaster. In this week's roundup of the best tech deals on the web, we have deals on the latest iPad Ai.....»»
Passive components makers eyeing growth momentum from auto applications
The worst moment for the passive components industry has passed and suppliers are expected to see signs of market recovery in the second quarter of the year, with automotive applications, in particular, to provide major growth momentum for suppliers,.....»»
Apple starts making AirPods components in India
Apple has taken another step closer to moving AirPods production out of China, with suppliers in India now producing components.In October 2022, it was reported that Apple was asking suppliers to move some AirPods and Beats earbuds manufacturing away.....»»
Financial projections for electronic components go in two opposite directions
The smartphone market is shrinking while the demand for automotive and industrial application has increased. These two major trends will determine the FY2022 (2022/04-2023/03) revenue performance of Japanese electronic component manufacturers......»»
India smartphone market saw second ever drop since 2020
Due to components shortage, rising inflation, and a longer replacement cycle, India's smartphone market has seen a huge drop in shipments in 2022, with China-based vendors impacted the most......»»