Category: Tech

Packaging: Process advantage NORD  How NORD DRIVESYSTEMS generates cost benefits in packaging machinery NORD-Packaging.jpg: NORD supplies drive solutions for efficient operation of packaging systems completely from a single source Image: NORD DRIVESYSTEMSDrive solutions from NORD DRIVESYSTEMS increase the efficiency in system operation at several points in the packaging process chain. With two concepts, the company mainly focuses on the fields of end-of-line packaging and primary packaging, where its decentralised drive technology and wash-down-capable aluminium housings achieve significant cost benefits.Packaging processes require a high level of dynamism, flexibility and cost efficiency. End-of-line packaging and primary packaging…

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Rohde & Schwarz will showcase its latest solutions and advanced techniques for testing and analyzing power electronic systems and components at PCIM Expo 2025 in Nuremberg, Germany. At the company’s booth (hall 7, booth 166), the spotlight will be on solutions utilizing the company’s cutting-edge test instruments to address the challenges of debugging next generation wide bandgap semiconductors like GaN and SiC.  Caption: The R&S RT-ZISO isolated probing system takes center stage at PCIM Expo 2025.Rigorous testing and advanced characterization methods help design engineers enhance the performance, efficiency, and reliability…

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Rohde & Schwarz, a member of the industry body IEEE and OPEN Alliance, is accelerating the development of the new automotive Ethernet variant 10BASE-T1S by offering compliance and trigger & decode options. Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global semiconudctor leader that bridges the physical and digital worlds to enable breakthroughs at the Intelligent Edge, is one of the major providers of connectivity solutions in automotive. Rohde & Schwarz worked with ADI to use the R&S MXO 4 and 5 series oscilloscope with the R&S MXOx-K560 option to decode the 10BASE-T1S…

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Author: Shazan Siddiqi, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Amidst rising tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and growing restrictions on battery material exports, the case for a resilient, domestically anchored battery industry has never been stronger. Sodium-ion technology, leveraging abundant and locally sourced materials, is emerging as a compelling alternative to lithium-ion, particularly in light of critical mineral bottlenecks and trade volatility. IDTechEx's report, “Sodium-ion Batteries 2025-2035: Technology, Players, Markets, and Forecasts“, provides a comprehensive analysis of this rapidly advancing sector. It assesses market potential, commercial readiness, and the materials landscape, emphasizing sodium-ion's alignment…

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Seco boosts threading productivity with expanded portfolio of taps  Seco expands its tap range with T30 for versatile use across materials and T35 for high-performance threading in specific materials for high-volume production  Seco has significantly expanded and updated its portfolio of threading taps with the addition of two new specialized and general purpose tool families. The new T30 taps increase flexibility and provide reliable performance across a wide range of materials, while new T35 taps deliver high threading performance for specific materials to optimize high-volume production environments.An optimal tap for…

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 Many locations, one quality  International exchange: Representatives from around 30 countries came together at Mayr power transmission’s headquarter to find out more about new technologies, products and processes. Reliable service and expert advice for customers are core values at Mayr power transmission – at all locations around the globe. This is why the renowned family business regularly invites international colleagues and partners to the headquarters in Mauerstetten to exchange ideas. At the beginning of April, representatives from around 30 countries came together to find out more about new technologies, products…

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Author: Maia Benstead, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Thin film photovoltaics (PV) currently comprises a small portion of the total solar market, yet offer extensive opportunities for applying solar power in new and emerging applications. Many types of this technology offer design simplicity, ease of manufacturing, as well as cost competitiveness with silicon, making it well suited to high volume production. Despite these advantages, thin film PV has struggled to gain the same market foothold as silicon-based solar panels. The key questions remain: why has thin film PV lagged behind, and what…

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 Rohde & Schwarz test solutions have been officially approved by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) for testing DisplayPort technology. This achievement reinforces the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for testing of the physical layer compliant with various industry standards.  Caption: Automated compliance test for DisplayPort with the R&S RTP oscilloscope.VESA has officially approved the test solutions from Rohde & Schwarz for DisplayPort 2.1 (HBR X) transmitter testing, providing manufacturers a toolset to validate their DP2.1 (HBR X) transmitters with confidence. This test solution is based on the R&S RTP…

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Author: John Li, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) continue to sell in the thousands, while battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales exceeded 10 million in 2024. A common argument is that battery electric powertrains are simply much more efficient than both internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and FCEVs. IDTechEx's analysis shows that triple the energy supplied to a BEV reaches the wheels compared to an FCEV. While this is certainly important, it does not tell the whole story. IDTechEx analyzes both the advantages and disadvantages of fuel cell…

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