Numerous printing applications are rapidly converting from conventional analog printing techniques, like offset lithography and roto-gravure, to digital technology such as drop-on-demand (DoD) inkjet.  
The most widely used techniques for designing industrial inkjet printheads is with piezo electric technology. The nozzles of these printheads produce ink drops when electric pulses are delivered to the piezoelectric structure which controls the shape of the nozzle. Read more

It’s getting cold outside…. Time to heat up the house or to take a longer and warmer shower.
Since the big price increases of gas and overall energy we are more focused on the usage of the gas, electricity and water, simply we like to keep the bills low. Most people check their energy app frequently, this only is possible when there is a smart-meter in the house. Isn’t that a perfect example of an Internet of Things application? The fun fact is that TOP-electronics is an expert in solutions for products in IoT applications. Read more

In this TOP Tech Talk we explore key industry use cases for 5G IoT:

– Evolutional and “game changing” advantages of migrating from 3G and 4G
– Update on key stages for the evolving 5G deployment
– The key differentiators between 4G and 5G
– Versions of 5G
– Main motivations for upgrade
– Quectel’s portfolio of 5G modules

And much more worth reading, such as frequency spectrum, 3GPP releases and many use cases.

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The PA198 is a precision power amplifier designed for output currents up to 200 mA with voltage supply rails capable of up to up to ±215 V with a dual supply (+440 V with a single supply). Read more

The new Apollo4 Lite and the Apollo4 Blue Lite SoCs were designed to empower users with easier access and control over their health and wellbeing. Power efficiency and performance are key to such vital products, and the Apollo4 Lite and Apollo4 Blue Lite do not disappoint. Both are now in mass production, and we can’t wait to make a splash in such a fast-emerging field! Read more

Ambiq is market leader in lowest power MCU / SOC in the industry, with their Apollo family they provide a nice range of extreme low power products, to control the whole application like a watch or any other wearable. With the powerful ARM cortex M4F, optional an Apollo could have a “blue” version which is a connectivity for Bluetooth LE.
Raltron Electronics is used for the frequency control products, the oscillator to run the MCU. Read more

Everybody gets newspapers, mailers, and flyers thru the mail that is printed by an industrial printer, and a lot of people’s bathroom has tiles with printed toplayer or painted curtains also done by industrial inkjet printers. And even copper traces on PCB are printed these days. The TOP team is helping the companies that designs and manufacturer this kind of printers. Read more

When evaluating different motion sensors, consider the number of axes your device needs to measure for your application. Then, consider the possibilities that could be unlocked by measuring additional–or different–axes. Choosing the right sensor capability early in your development process will lead to the best cost/performance fit, quick time to market and low development and product costs. Read more

Improved accuracy in blood sugar measurement is helping healthcare providers make more accurate diagnoses of diabetes. Through real-time test results, healthcare providers can determine whether a person has diabetes and which type. From here, correct diagnostic tools can help healthcare providers monitor the effectiveness of treatment for diabetes, and providers can measure whether a person’s treatment plan works and adjust accordingly. Read more

Smart pet toys and accessories may look like regular pet items, but some are, in fact, Bluetooth® or Wi-Fi® connected IoT devices that the animal’s owner can operate through a smartphone app. These battery-powered devices can help keep pets mentally stimulated, reduce boredom, and help with weight management. For pet owners, these always-on devices can help ensure their pets are fed and have access to water when they aren’t home, and even do dirty jobs like cleaning litter boxes. Here are some of the most popular smart toys and accessories for pets. Read more

Piezo actuators are widely used in today’s applications. They are available in all kinds of shapes and relatively cheap. Large forces can be produced at precise and small movements. However, the capacitive character, the required high voltages and currents make the control of piezo actuators difficult. The solution to this problem is the use of power-operational amplifiers. In this TOP Tech Talk we explain how to use them. Read more