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Robot investments will be essential for electronics manufacturing recovery

Electronics manufacturing has experienced extraordinary change. Responding to the shifting needs of the sector, TM Robotics has launched a new robotics consultation service to advise manufacturers on how automation can aid recovery and growth. Held with a TM Robotics automation specialist, the free consultations can be managed remotely or by …

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Virtual showcase for state-of-the-art positioning and motion control

With conferences and industry exhibitions currently on hold, Physik Instrumente (PI) has set up a virtual trade show that will inspire and inform anyone with precision positioning and motion control challenges, wherever they are in the world. Each application-focused stand – covering everything from 3D printing or photonic alignment to …

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Sondrel warns of financial risks due to new UK IR35 off-payroll tax reforms

Sondrel, Europe’s largest independent IC design consultancy, believes that the electronics industry will be changed significantly by the UK’s new IR35 payroll tax change that comes into effect on 6 April 2020. On that date, it becomes the responsibility of hirers to assess the employment status of off-payroll workers such …

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Method detects defects in 2D materials for future electronics and sensors

To further shrink electronic devices and to lower energy consumption, the semiconductor industry is interested in using 2D materials, but manufacturers need a quick and accurate method for detecting defects in these materials to determine if the material is suitable for device manufacture. Now a team of researchers has developed …

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Electronics Industry in 2020 – What to Expect

In this opinion piece, Amy Leary, marketing manager at eBOM.com, identifies trends for the electronics industry in 2020… So, it’s now 2020 and the festive season is over – many of us will have started new years resolutions along with new beginnings. For many people, January is a month where …

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Five trends that will transform the electronics industry in the next decade

So, were coming to the end of the 2019 decade, and what and what an era it’s been! This decade we’ve uncovered so many revelations within the electronic industry. Some being 5G, the iPad and electronic-car charging stations. Within this article, Amy Leary, marketing manager at eBOM.com, is going to talk you …

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How the latest electronics have impacted the automotive evolution

The automotive industry has been thriving for many years and is one of the highest demanding markets. The automotive industry is a term that covers all aspects of motor vehicles – such as the design, development, marketing, manufacturing and selling of the vehicles itself. With thanks to the latest electronics, …

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Brexit – Impacts on the electronics industry

In this opinion piece, Amy Leary, marketing manager at eBOM.com, considers the impact that Brexit is having on the electronics industry. For those who may not be aware, The United Kingdom held a referendum vote on its relationship to the EU back in 2016. With virtual guarantees that The United …

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New way to make micro-sensors may revolutionise future of electronics

Researchers at Binghamton University have found a way to improve the performance of tiny sensors that could have wide-reaching implications for electronic devices we use every day. The study finds a more reliable way to use actuators that control MEMS (microelectromechanical systems), which are microscopic devices with moving parts that …

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Schaeffler acquires XTRONIC

On 3 May 2019, Schaeffler signed a purchase agreement for the acquisition of XTRONIC.  The takeover of the Böblingen, Germany-based company is expected to be completed in June 2019, once all closing conditions have been met. XTRONIC is a technology partner that develops customer-specific software and electronics solutions for the …

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