Ions are an essential tool in chip manufacturing, but they can also be used to produce nano-sieves. A large number of electrons must be removed from the atoms for this purpose. Such ions either lose a ...

Want to know the details about a specific electronic component? “Encyclopedia of Electronic Components Volume 1” is the first book of a three-volume set that contains key information on electronics ...

The electronic properties of graphene can be specifically modified by stretching the material evenly, say researchers. These results open the door to the development of new types of electronic ...

The use of DIN-Rail Terminal blocks is widespread throughout every industry (Fig. 1). For everything from individual machines to complete systems and to multiple system factory interconnections, ...

Investopedia contributors come from a range of backgrounds, and over 25 years there have been thousands of expert writers and editors who have contributed. Robert Kelly is managing director of XTS ...

Electronic components derating (or de-rating) is the operation of a component at less than its rated maximum capability in order to prolong its life. The Derated parameter takes into account the ...

Most of today’s electronic components and devices are made using automated machines that require expensive and high-precision robots. As the shrinking size and precision requirements of the device ...

Digi-Key Corporation is one of the fastest growing electronic component distributors in the world. Digi-Key has over 500,000 customers and over 2,600 employees with around $1.5 billion in sales.