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New standard strengthens V2X systems
Keysight Technologies (UK) and Korea’s Automotive Technology Institute (KATECH) have co-developed a new global testing standard, ISO/TR 17716:2025, to enhance the safety and reliability of connected vehicles.
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September 2025
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MAGNET-FREE EV TECH Was Inevitable, But Now It Seems Urgent
Amid global concerns over rare-earth supply chains and copper price volatility, the UK's AEM and Sterling Tools recently held a virtual session unveiling magnet and copper-free motors— proven in Europe and now being localised for India.
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September 2025
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Where Are We Heading WITH AI, AGI, AND ASI
The path from AI to AGI and ASI is more than technological; it is profoundly human. The real issue is not if machines surpass us, but whether we prove wise enough to steer them responsibly.
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September 2025
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VERY SIMPLE CONTROL PROTOCOL: Ideal For The Internet Of Things
Very Simple Control Protocol, or VSCP, is a free and open protocol suitable for automation tasks. Its simplicity, reliability, and scalability make it excellent for building powerful and efficient IoT environments.
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September 2025
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Quantum batteries get a big storage time boost
Researchers at RMIT (City of Melbourne, Australia) have built a prototype that stores energy 1000 times longer than previous versions, thanks to a phenomenon called superabsorption.
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September 2025
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Tiny dual-mode MEMS vacuum sensor
A research team at Aerospace Information Research Institute (AIR) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), (Beijing, China) has developed a grain-sized dual-mode MEMS vacuum sensor that delivers high precision and ultra-wide pressure detection.
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September 2025
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Why Has Cyient Semiconductors Been Spun Off?
Why spin off a dedicated subsidiary, and how does it plan to stand out in a competitive global market? Suman Narayan of Cyient Semiconductors unveils the company's strategic vision during an insightful conversation with EFY's Nitisha...
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September 2025
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ROLE OF SECURE BOOT In Securing IoT Devices
Security of IoT devices is critical as they are ubiquitous in home and industrial environments today. Secure boot is a security feature designed to ensure that only trusted software runs during a device's startup process.
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September 2025
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POLYFUNCTIONAL ROBOTS: One Robot For All Your Needs
Polyfunctional robots have been pinned as one of the major technological trends for 2025 by almost every market research firm. Yet, not many know what a polyfunctional robot is—and what it can do. So, we thought we would just get down to the brass tacks...
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September 2025
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TRULY INNOVATIVE ELECTRONICS
Amongst numerous press releases of new products received by us, these are the ones we found worthy of the title Truly Innovative Electronics
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September 2025
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STARTUPS & INNOVATORS
Headquartered in Bengaluru, Green Tiger Mobility specialises in converting petrol two-wheelers into electric and hybrid models, while also developing advanced power electronics for e-mobility.
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August 2025
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Advanced Satellite For TELEMETRY AND REMOTE ACCESS
Advanced Satellite for Telemetry and Remote Access (ASTRA) is a CubeSat model designed to offer hands-on experience in satellite technology. It serves as a practical platform for learning and innovation in space systems.
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August 2025
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"Rather Than Investing $10 Billion Into A Mega Fab In One City, We Could Build Smaller, Decentralised PRaja Manicka Fabs Across The Country."
Amid a global reset in semiconductor strategy, India's clean-slate advantage lies in frugal innovation, chiplet architecture, and agile microfabs. With no legacy constraints, we have the freedom to shape the future rather than imitate the past.
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August 2025
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A SMART CONTROLLER For Decorative LED Lights
Decorative lighting has become quite popular, with options such as LED surface panels, strip lights, COB lights, spotlights, and profile lights that are widely used in residential and other interior designing.
4 min |
August 2025
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SMALL MODULAR REACTORS For Sustainable Energy Transition
SMRs have shifted from science fiction to ready science. To achieve clean, stable, scalable energy, it's time to move beyond legacy reactors and invest in this compact revolution.
10 min |
August 2025
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A COMPACT BUCK CONVERTER Suitable For Wearables And IoT
A buck converter is a DC-DC power device that efficiently steps down a voltage to a lower level. It uses an inductor, resistors, and a capacitor to regulate the output, making it particularly suitable for wearable electronics and IoT devices.
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August 2025
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Earbud-Size FM RADIO
In the June issue, the construction of a 'Miniature Watch-Style FM Radio' delivering stereo FM output was described.
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August 2025
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TRULY INNOVATIVE ELECTRONICS
Amongst numerous press releases of new products received by us, these are the ones we found worthy of the title Truly Innovative Electronics
4 min |
August 2025
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POWER SAVER For Air-Conditioners
POWER SAVER For Air-Conditioners
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August 2025
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Building Future-Ready AI HARDWARE With Neuromorphic Computing And Sensing
If machines could learn and adapt like us, what doors would that open? Neuromorphic systems are not just mimicking the brain, they are setting the stage for AI that learns, senses, and evolves, just like we do.
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August 2025
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"To Achieve $1 BILLION REVENUE, We Need To Scale Up To 20,000 Employees— A 10x GROWTH"
Quest Global plans a tenfold expansion in its semiconductor workforce, growing from 2000 to 20,000, as India's semiconductor industry accelerates. Taher Madraswala from Quest Global shares the company's hiring strategy and talent retention challenges with EFY's Yashasvini Razdan.
3 min |
August 2025
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Electronic Toggle/Ratchet RELAY MODULE
An electronic toggle ratchet relay is a specialised type of relay that, unlike standard relays, maintains its state (either on or off) even after the control signal is removed.
2 min |
August 2025
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SATCOM: What's In Store For The Indian Market
Satellite communication using low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites promises to bring internet connectivity to underserved areas. However, ballpark prices make one wonder whether the average person can afford it.
10 min |
August 2025
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"Not Every Institute Can Or Should Set Up A Semiconductor Lab"
What kinds of jobs are emerging from the massive investments in India's semiconductor industry? Do we have the talent to meet this demand? If not, how are the government, academia, and industry addressing the gap—and how can these efforts be accelerated to build the right talent faster? To explore these questions, EFY’s Rahul Chopra had the opportunity to speak with Dr Ashwini K Aggarwal, a seasoned leader who has worn many hats within the semiconductor ecosystem. Here is what he shared.
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August 2025
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VIRTUAL PLCs Are Coming
As industries embrace digital transformation, virtual PLCs will be key to boosting efficiency, cutting costs, and enabling innovation. The future of industrial automation is clearly software-driven.
2 min |
July 2025
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POPULAR IoT OPERATING SYSTEMS: The Role They Play
IoT operating systems have emerged as the backbone of the Internet of Things, enabling the seamless integration of billions of devices into a connected ecosystem. Selecting the right OS is essential.
7 min |
July 2025
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“Molecular Spectroscopy Is Applicable To All Types Of PCBs”
Dr Atul Lavand, Application Product Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific, observes that favourable government policies are drawing foreign PCB manufacturers to India—driving demand for molecular spectroscopy. In conversation with EFY's Yashasvini Razdan, he discusses its role in PCB failure analysis and material identification.
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July 2025
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AUTOMATIC HUMIDIFIER For The TEXTILE INDUSTRY Using Arduino
Precise humidity control is vital across various environments to preserve material quality and ensure optimal performance.
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July 2025
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“The Intention Behind The Word ‘STARTUP’ Is Scalability, Or Else, IT IS A NEW BUSINESS”
Afflicted with real questions—not just startup buzzwords—aspiring founders in India must rethink scale, funding, and survival. It all begins with mindset, models, and meaningful action. That is what Sundara Nagarajan, Managing Director of Innovation Scaleup Advisors, said during an engaging session at the EFY Expo in Pune.
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July 2025
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TAKING SMOKERS' SNAPSHOT In No-Smoking Areas Using MaixCam Board
Over the past few years, smoking prevalence among adults in India fell from 14.0% (2009-2010) to 10.7% (2016-2017), thanks to public smoking bans, advertising its harms, and higher taxation.
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