Terahertz waves and acoustic modulation: A datalink “Odd Couple”?
Researchers have mixed two radically different forms of energy waves, using laser-generated acoustic pulses to modulate terahertz waves generated by…
Testing the Fluke meters
Making a bad design efficiently is not an optimal business practice. Thing is, engineers value on trusted brands so maybe…
How to deal with battery corrosion in Fluke meters
The 1,000V ratings make the Fluke meter safe to use on higher voltages, but its battery terminals aren't as well-designed…
Tape trick solves hard-to-read parts dilemma
Loose parts in the tool box can be nearly impossible to read, even under bright light and high magnification. To…
Crystal unit claims smallest footprint
The XRCTD37M400FXQ50R0 series is based on Murata's package technology and high grade quartz crystal elements that helps it achieve its…
Note 7 recall: Samsung’s expensive, enduring lesson
Going forward, Samsung is instituting an eight-point plan in the hopes of avoiding more multi-billion dollar recall and programme cancellation…
Flying car gets road approved in Czech Republic
The GyroDrive combines a gasoline-powered gyrocopter with an electric-powered three-wheel motorcycle, according to Nirvana Autogyro.
Multi-layer sheets boost magnetic field blocking
A non-ferrous layer may be copper or aluminium as neither of these materials can be attracted by a magnet, but…
Parasitic robot steers turtle with snacks
The robot is attached to the animal in a way similar to an actual parasite, and it interacts with the…
Silicon anode holds key to solid state batteries
A silicon anode eliminates the need for a liquid electrolyte and has less of a reaction to air and moisture…