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18th January 2023
Miniature, Metric Binding Post Screw Terminals from Keystone Electronics
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Facilitate diverse wire management and design options with these Compact, Low Profile, Tin-Plated Brass Binding Post Screw Terminals.   Rated 15Amps, terminals are supplied with pre-installed lock down screw for ideal connections using  22-16 AWG wires. Available from our global distribution network and online in horizontal or vertical screw positions in Swage (Rivet) and THM mounting styles.
News & Analysis
18th January 2023
The US bid to shore up its semiconductors
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Following the invasion of Ukraine, nations were hit with a stark reality that previously unimaginable events happening in remote corners of the world can disrupt the global supply chains and commodities necessary for the functioning of their society. Although the disruptions arising from Ukraine have so far been sustained, the event has prompted the US to take out a contingency for another flash point that, if lit, could wreak equal or greater damage.  
Metaverse
18th January 2023
Tuvalu: the first digital nation?
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Tuvalu, an island state consisting of low-lying islands and atolls, is called home by a population of around 10,500 people across 10sq km. However, with the average height of the islands only reaching less than two metres above sea levels, which are themselves consistently rising, its continuing future is one of uncertainty. Therefore, the small land and ocean nation is now turning to the clouds to digitally clone its islands, culture and history to preserve itself within the Metaverse should the worst come to reality.
Design
18th January 2023
Eliminate noise issues in tightly stacked designs with Pickering’s electrostatic shielding option
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Pickering Electronics, the reed relay company which has pioneered miniaturisation and high performance for over 55 years, now offers optional electrostatic shielding for its 10kV stand-off Series 67/68 SIL/SIP reed relay families.
Aerospace & Defence
18th January 2023
Multi-layered ‘space skin’ can help future satellites and spacecraft harvest energy
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A 'space skin' could help protect spacecraft and satellites from harsh solar radiation while also harvesting energy for future use in the craft's mission, according to a study from the University of Surrey and Airbus Defence and Space.
Boards/Backplanes
18th January 2023
Radiation-tolerant device targeting low-earth orbit space applications
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The commercialisation of the Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) region is transforming space exploration and satellite communication at roughly 1,200 miles above Earth.
News & Analysis
18th January 2023
Battery tech startup Britishvolt goes into administration
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Britishvolt, which was planning to build a giga-battery factory in Northumberland, has announced that it is going into administration.
Eco Innovation
18th January 2023
Why the UK should follow the EU’s solar energy plan
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After COP27, Mary Robinson, Chair of the Elders Group, said that the world remains on the brink of climate catastrophe and progress made on cutting emissions has been too slow. As the UK watches the aftermath of this summit, all eyes are on Rishi Sunak’s new cabinet to ensure the UK increases its efforts to reach net-zero. Here Dr Franky So, Chief Technology Officer at nanotechnology research company NextGen Nano, explains why the new UK government should look to the EU for inspiration on increasing solar energy infrastructure in the UK to help hit net-zero targets.
Blog
18th January 2023
Top 10 books to add to your 2023 reading list
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Here are 10 technology- and engineering-related books we think should be on your reading list this year!
Communications
18th January 2023
Access to maintenance keys can now be granted with a phone-controlled Bluetooth key deposit
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With the new ABLOY Key Deposit for Keyless Access organisations can now grant users access to properties and critical infrastructure via their mobile phones, conveniently, without key logistics. The lock is the latest addition to the keyless ABLOY BEAT and ABLOY CUMULUS portfolios.
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