The FBI pulled Chris Roberts, a computer security expert, from his United Airlines Flight last Wednesday in Syracuse because of suspicions that he hacked the airplane. Roberts tweeted referencing the plane’s communication systems suggesting he was going to use his laptop to force the plane’s emergency oxygen masks to deploy. The tweet read: “Find Myself on a 737/800, let’s see … [Read more...]
Live Demo of High Power Amplifier at IMS 2015
Empower RF Systems will conduct a live demonstration of its new 1 to 3 GHz High Power Amplifier at MTT-S IMS 2015 (Booth 3226) in May, 2015. This amplifier is a 1kW amplifier in a 5U chassis. It includes an integrated dual directional coupler and instrument grade power metering. It offers different operational modes and power settings including: Automatic Gain Control (AGC) … [Read more...]
Power Inverter for Energy Grid Testing Bought by U.S. Dept. of Energy
The U.S Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has purchased its second AC/DC High Power Source from AMETEK Programmable Power. The AMETEK system is a high power inverter suited for Energy Grid Testing. If installed parallel with the previous AMETEK unit purchased in 2013, this new system can supply up to 2 MVA, which would make the system the … [Read more...]
WhiteSpace Alliance Technology Approved to Become ISO Standard
The WhiteSpace Alliance (WSA) announced its core technology, Wi-FAR, has been approved to become an ISO standard. Wi-FAR provides the industry with cost effective internet access through the TV band spectrum, also known as “whitespace,” in frequencies between 54 MHz and 862 MHz. The new standard is titled ‘ISO/IEC/IEEE Std. 8802-22:2015.’ It will improve the speed of … [Read more...]
Series of Shielded High-power Inductors Not Affected by Thermal Aging
Coilcraft introduces a new series of shielded high-current power inductors. The MLC75xx Series offers advanced handling, low DCR, Isat ratings up to 59.2 Amps, DC resistance down to 1.2 mOhms, and a reflow temperature of 260 degrees Celsius. They are made of RoHs compliant tin-silver with copper terminations and are not affected by thermal aging. The inductors are ideal for … [Read more...]
Company Expands Military Inductor Offerings
Gowanda Electronics will unveil five new RF inductors for military applications at the Space Tech Expo (booth 2118) on May 19-21 in Long Beach, CA. The inductor series includes: MLRF19M, MLRF21M, MLRF22M, MLRF24M and MLRF28M. The inductor series offers “inductance from 0.47 to 10,000 uH, Q min from 35 to 95, SRF MHz min from 0.95 to 300, DCR Ohms max from 0.06 to 72, and … [Read more...]
SMD Fuses Offer On-board Circuit Protection
Three SMD Fuses for on-board circuit protection have been released by Schurter Inc. The fuses were designed for automated assembly, and are compact, precise, and pulse resistant. The UMF 250 is a “quick-acting SMD fuse that protects electronic systems from overcurrents and sort circuits. The fuse is available for rated currents from 500 mA to 10 A and boasts a high breaking … [Read more...]
Programmer Hacks Own Wi-Fi Using Electromagnetic Waves
Jason Cole, a programmer and Ph.D. student at Imperial College in London, created an Android app that allows users to hack their own Wi-Fi using electromagnetic waves. Many believe it’s best to avoid electromagnetic radiation; however, not all believe electromagnetic waves are bad. Electromagnetic waves carry Wi-Fi signals to all electronic devices and are the foundation of … [Read more...]
Multilayer Ceramic Capacitor Increases Capacitance by 50 Percent
The first commercially available X5R/X6S 330μF multilayer ceramic capacitor has been produced by TAIYO YUDEN. Compared to the previous products, in the same size capacitor, capacitance increases by more than 50 percent. This capacitor was designed to replace electrolytic capacitors and to reduce noise and smooth ripple current in power supply circuits. It offers longer product … [Read more...]
Highly Conductive Etched Metalized Fabric Announced
V Technical Textiles, Inc. announces a new etched metalized fabric, the VshieldTex Etchtex. This product is made of tin/copper/silver conductive fabrics and is offered in both standard and custom designs. It offers design flexibility, durability and high conductivity. The VshieldTex Etchtex offers solutions in capacitance sensor, resistive heating, flexible circuit, smart … [Read more...]
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