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Thermal-magnetic protection in an 8-mm package

Narrow circuit breakers for more space in the control cabinet
February 12, 2026

Middletown, PA – Phoenix Contact introduces the PTCB TM, the smallest pluggable thermal-magnetic circuit breakers on the market. Measuring just 8 millimeters wide, the individual circuit breakers feature both protection and signaling in a single module. The narrow design saves up to 65% space compared with other thermal-magnetic circuit breakers.

The thermal-magnetic circuit breakers have been specially developed for industrial applications with high inrush currents. The circuit breakers are available in finely graduated nominal currents from 0.5 A to 16 A and cover a wide range of applications with the characteristic trip curves F2 and … Read More → "Thermal-magnetic protection in an 8-mm package"

Imec inaugurates NanoIC pilot line, accelerating innovation in sub- 2nm systems-on-chip

Imec inaugurates Europe’s NanoIC pilot line with the official opening of a 2,000m² cleanroomexpansion at its Leuven campus.
February 12, 2026

Equipped with cutting-edge tools, including ASML’s High NA EUV tool,
imec’s cleanroom is acornerstone of the NanoIC initiative – pursuing
sub-2nm chip technology.• Exactly four years after EU President Von der
Leyen announced the European Chips Act,Europe’s semiconductor ambitions
have become a tangible reality.

LEUVEN (Belgium), FEBRUARY 9, 2026 — Imec – a world-leading R&D center
in advanced semiconductor technologies – today inaugurated a 2,000m²
cleanroom expansion at its Leuven headquarters, marking a pivotal
milestone in the deployment of Europe’s NanoIC pilot line. The event was
attended … Read More → "Imec inaugurates NanoIC pilot line, accelerating innovation in sub- 2nm systems-on-chip"

Blecon Launches Blecon Agent, Transforming Zebra Technologies’ Frontline Devices into an Autonomous Bluetooth Tracking Network

New software solution for Zebra devices instantly converts its global frontline device ecosystem into a continuous tracking network for BLE sensors and labels, without new infrastructure
February 12, 2026

LONDON, UK — February 9, 2026 — Blecon today announced the launch of the Blecon Agent, a new software solution that transforms Zebra Technologies’ frontline devices into an autonomous Bluetooth tracking network. 

By deploying the Blecon Agent across Zebra’s existing device ecosystem, logistics providers can immediately enable continuous asset visibility using the hardware already in the hands of their frontline workforce.

As logistics operations become increasingly digitised, the ability to track assets continuously, without deploying new infrastructure or relying on costly cellular connectivity, has become a commercial … Read More → "Blecon Launches Blecon Agent, Transforming Zebra Technologies’ Frontline Devices into an Autonomous Bluetooth Tracking Network"

Towards Unlocking the Full Potential of Sodium- and Potassium-Ion Batteries

Researchers address misconceptions about electrode interphases, paving way to enhanced performance, stability, and efficiency of next-generation batteries
February 12, 2026

As the world is moving towards more sustainable energy solutions, the emergence of next-generation batteries is a crucial and indispensable milestone. One such next-generation battery is the lithium-ion battery (LIB), which has been currently dominating the energy solutions sector. However, lithium is sparsely distributed across geographies, increasing extraction difficulties and battery production cost. Other next-generation batteries, such as sodium-ion batteries (NIBs) and potassium-ion batteries (KIBs), are promising alternatives to LIBs, offering resource-unconstrained, cost-effective, and sustainable energy storage solutions.

However, as one of the major hurdles for these batteries, the electrochemical behaviors/reactions that occur at the electrode-electrolyte … Read More → "Towards Unlocking the Full Potential of Sodium- and Potassium-Ion Batteries"

Pickering Interfaces reflects on switching & simulation highlights amid turbulent T&M market conditions

2025 presented both challenges & opportunities in electronics test & measurement sector worldwide
February 12, 2026

February 2026 – Clacton-on-Sea, UK – Reflecting on 2025, Pickering Interfaces, the leading supplier of modular signal switching & simulation solutions for use in electronic test & verification, has highlighted 12 months of notable product introductions and company milestones— as well as looking ahead to continued success and progress in 2026. 2025 was a year marked by both challenges and opportunities, as uncertain global economic and trading conditions continued. Pickering focused on … Read More → "Pickering Interfaces reflects on switching & simulation highlights amid turbulent T&M market conditions"

EnSilica to highlight turnkey ASIC expertise and European supply resilience at embedded world 2026

February 11, 2026

Oxfordshire, United Kingdom – February 11, 2026: EnSilica, a fabless supplier of mixed-signal and digital ASICs and a European design and manufacturing services partner, will showcase its turnkey custom silicon capabilities at embedded world 2026, taking place from March 10 – 12 at the Nürnberg Messe, Germany. EnSilica designs and delivers custom ASICs to OEMs and system houses, managing the full journey from concept through to volume manufacture, and drawing on a broad portfolio of proven core IP.

At the show, EnSilica will demonstrate how complex system requirements are translated into production-ready ASICs, covering system architecture, mixed-signal and RF design, verification, test, qualification … Read More → "EnSilica to highlight turnkey ASIC expertise and European supply resilience at embedded world 2026"

Vishay Intertechnology Standard Thick Film Chip Resistors Combine Sulfur Resistance With Long Term Stability

AEC-Q200 Qualified Devices Offered in Five Compact Case Sizes for Automotive, Industrial, and Telecommunications Applications
February 11, 2026

MALVERN, Pa. — Feb. 11, 2026 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today introduced a new series of AEC-Q200 qualified standard thick film chip resistors. The RCA-SR e3 series combines proven sulfur resistance with long term stability in five compact case sizes for automotive, industrial, and telecommunications applications.

Designed for use in sulfur-containing environments, the resistors released today provide a sulfur withstand capability in accordance with ASTM B809-25, demonstrating a maximum resistance drift of 1 % after 1000 h at 60 °C. Competing devices are tested at the same temperature for shorter duration. In addition, the RCA-SR e3 series ensures high stability across challenging … Read More → "Vishay Intertechnology Standard Thick Film Chip Resistors Combine Sulfur Resistance With Long Term Stability"

Infineon’s Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductors Selected for TOYOTA’s New “bZ4X”

February 11, 2026

Munich, Germany and Tokyo, Japan – 9 February 2026 – Infineon Technologies (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today announced that CoolSiC™ MOSFETs (silicon carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs) have been adopted in the new bZ4X model from Toyota, the world’s largest automaker. Integrated into the on-board charger (OBC) and DC/DC converter, the SiC MOSFETs leverage the material’s advantages of low losses, high thermal resistance, and high voltage capability to help extend driving range and reduce charging time.

“We are very proud that … Read More → "Infineon’s Silicon Carbide Power Semiconductors Selected for TOYOTA’s New “bZ4X”"

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