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Samsung Breaks the 10nm DRAM Barrier

Recently, Samsung announced that it has broken the 10nm barrier currently facing DRAM, allowing them to pack more DRAM cells per unit area. What challenges does DRAM shrinking face, what did Samsung develop, and why is this innovation so critical now?

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New RISC-V SBC Fights Against Raspberry Pi 5

Recently, a new SBC has been released that utilizes RISC-V, making it a viable contender for Raspberry Pi solutions. What challenges do SBC face, what features does the new machine offer, and could it help establish RISC-V as a better alternative for future SBCs?

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DigiKey and Microchip Webinar Covers CircuitPython vs Verilog

DigiKey and Microchip will host a free April 30 webinar covering CircuitPython and Verilog, showing how embedded systems combine software and hardware logic.

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Murata AMR Sensors Cut Power in Battery-Driven Designs

Murata’s MRMS166R and MRMS168R AMR sensors deliver ultra-low current down to 20 nA with operation from 1.2 V, supporting long battery life in IoT, healthcare, and wearable switching designs.

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Toshiba Expands TC75W Comparators for Overcurrent Detection

Toshiba’s TC75W71FU CMOS dual comparator targets fast overcurrent detection in industrial equipment with 30 ns to 45 ns propagation delay, rail-to-rail input and output operation, and a 1.8 V to 5.5 V supply range.

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RECOM SMD Transformers for Discrete Isolated DC/DC Designs

RECOM has introduced SMD transformer series for discrete isolated DC/DC converter designs, covering flyback, push-pull, and full-bridge topologies from 1 W to 15 W, including matched options for higher-isolation and bidirectional battery applications.

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Researchers Create 3D Printed Neurons That Work With Brain Cells

Researchers at Northwestern University have developed 3D printed neuron-like structures that can send and receive signals with real brain cells, marking a significant advance in human-machine interfaces. This technology addresses challenges in detecting brain signals and body compatibility, potentially paving the way for new neuroprosthetics and brain-based control systems. What problems do current human-machine interfaces face, how do these printed neurons work, and could they transform the future of brain interfaces?

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CPU Shortage Could Soon Ease With Intel’s 18A Process

The global CPU shortage, driven by surging AI demand and high DRAM prices, has made CPUs harder to find than memory, with both Intel and AMD struggling to meet market needs. Intel’s upcoming 18A process and Panther Lake CPUs offer hope for relief, but challenges remain. Will Intel’s 18A process truly resolve the shortage, how long until markets stabilize, and could consumer-focused startups offer new solutions?

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Microchip CLB PIC MCUs Fold Logic Into 8-Bit Control

Microchip’s PIC16F13276 and PIC18-Q35 families combine MCU control with integrated programmable logic, targeting lower latency, deterministic timing, reduced BOM count, and simpler design in motor control, industrial, and automotive systems.

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Toshiba TLX9920 Photocoupler for Isolated SSR Gate Drive

Toshiba’s TLX9920 is a photovoltaic-output photocoupler for isolated MOSFET gate drive in SSR designs, targeting automotive and industrial systems with 8 mm creepage, 5000 Vrms isolation, and AEC-Q101 qualification.

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Samsung Breaks the 10nm DRAM Barrier

New RISC-V SBC Fights Against Raspberry Pi 5

DigiKey and Microchip Webinar Covers CircuitPython vs Verilog

Murata AMR Sensors Cut Power in Battery-Driven Designs

Toshiba Expands TC75W Comparators for Overcurrent Detection

RECOM SMD Transformers for Discrete Isolated DC/DC Designs

Researchers Create 3D Printed Neurons That Work With Brain Cells

CPU Shortage Could Soon Ease With Intel’s 18A Process

Microchip CLB PIC MCUs Fold Logic Into 8-Bit Control

Toshiba TLX9920 Photocoupler for Isolated SSR Gate Drive

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