Mouser Electronics New Product Insider: Over 8,000 New Parts Added in First Quarter of 2025
Explore Advancements in Industrial Automation in New eBook from Mouser and TE Connectivity
Samtec Showcases 200+ Gbps Active Channels at OFC 2025
Mouser Series Explores Brain Computer Interfaces at the Intersection of Technology and the Mind
Mouser Electronics' New Industrial Automation Online Resource Explores Predictive Maintenance Solutions
Mouser Electronics Sponsors 2025 Global Create the Future Design Contest to Reward Engineering Innovations
Haltian and Wirepas boost RTLS accuracy in large, high-density deployments
Mouser Explores Innovative Memory Solutions and Design for AI Edge Applications in New eBook from Micron
Ambiq Democratizes Edge AI with the Apollo330 Plus Series SoCs
ElectriQL Upgrades to Smart Scheduling with Totalmobile
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Greatech Launches CO₂ Sensor with Multi-Connectivity, Featuring Epishine Indoor Solar Cells and e-peas’ Power Management
Greatech, a German hardware developer and manufacturer specializing in energy-efficient wireless embedded systems for terrestrial and satellite communication, launches Sensoco® Loomair Solar, a light-powered CO₂ sensor with multi-connectivity designed for smart buildings. The sensor combines Epishine’s indoor solar cell as the power source with e-peas®’ power management integrated circuit (PMIC), ensuring efficient energy conversion and continuous operation. Developed for smart buildings, Sensoco® Loomair Solar is now available as a sustainable, cost-effective, and maintenance-free IoT solution. As the number of industrial IoT devices required for smart buildings grows, so does the pressure to move away from disposable batteries. This shift is driven by stricter battery regulations and by the need to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). Energy-harvesting offers a credible and sustainable alternative to disposable batteries. To address this critical need, Greatech, e-peas, and Epishine have joined forces to launch Sensoco® Loomair Solar, a light-powered CO₂ sensor with multi-connectivity. This innovative sensor is powered solely by Epishine® indoor solar cells capturing energy from indoor light. Christoph Grundig, Co-Founder of Greatech, remarked, “This sensor is a testament to the possibilities of highly efficient energy harvesting, enabling us to meet sustainability goals without compromising functionality or design. Design and assembly are made at our facility” As smart buildings increasingly rely on advanced connectivity and efficient solutions to unlock their full potential, Sensoco® Loomair Solar stands out as a key innovation, offering wireless functionality powered by light. The sensor supports multiple communication protocols, including Mioty®, Wireless M-Bus, LoRa or Sigfox®, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems. This flexibility allows property owners to choose the solution that best fits their needs without the need to replace their current Building Management System (BMS). “Our PMICs offer industry-leading energy conversion efficiency, enabling the sensor to support multiple communication protocols. This ensures seamless integration, reliability, and efficiency in interconnecting PV cells, applications and storage elements, critical to a building ecosystem", said Bruno Damien, Ecosystem & Partners Marketing Director at e-peas. “This launch exemplifies the progress in smart building technology, combining indoor solar cell innovation with seamless connectivity to deliver a sustainable, maintenance-free solution,” said Niklas Forsgren, FAE Director at Epishine. Sensoco® Loomair Solar is now available to order directly from Greatech. Visit Embedded World 2025 at e-peas’ booth (#4A-301) and Mioty Days to see the product and discover how it can transform your smart building operations. For more information or deployment inquiries, please contact us.
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Molex's MX-DaSH Wire-to-Wire Connector System for Compact Connectivity in Vehicle Applications
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the industry's leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components™, is now stocking the MX-DaSH wire-to-wire connector system from Molex. The MX-DaSH connector system combines power, ground circuit, and high-speed data connectivity in a single connector system. The MX-DaSH series supports the transition to zonal architecture in automotive and commercial applications, including autonomous driving modules, computing modules, high-speed cable networking, sensor-device connectivity, high-resolution 4k displays, GPS devices, and infotainment systems. The Molex MX-DaSH wire-to-wire connector system, now available at Mouser, is a unified solution for compact connectivity in electronic control unit (ECU) controllers and computers. The MX-DaSH connector system replaces multiple traditional connectors in in-vehicle applications, saving space and reducing the cost and complexity of wiring harnesses. The MX-DaSH series offers configurations to support different power and signal terminal sizes, including 1.20mm, 1.50mm, and 2.80mm, suitable for a wide range of vehicle designs and applications. The MX-DaSH connector system offers up to 31 circuits with high-speed FAKRA Mini (HFM®) modules for high-speed data transmission. The MX-DaSH connectors operate reliably in harsh environments and provide secure mating via industry-leading independent secondary lock (ISL), pin protection plate (PPP), and blade protections. Automated assembly reduces cycle times, prevents errors, and improves overall manufacturing process efficiency. The Molex MX-DaSH wire-to-wire connector system recently won a host of industry awards, including the EPDT Product of the Year; Interconnection Product of the Year and Automotive Product of the Year, Electronics Industry Awards (EMEA); High Performance Passive/Discrete Devices, WEAA Awards (China); OFWeek Awards (China); Discrete Category Winner, EEA Awards (Asia/Taiwan); and Finalist in the Automotive Electronics and Passive/Interconnection Product of the Year categories, Elektra awards (UK). The Molex MX-DaSH wire-to-wire connector system was recently featured in the January 14 edition of Mouser's "New Tech Tuesday" blog, Optimizing Automotive Zonal Architecture with the MX-DaSH Connector System. To learn more, visit https://www.mouser.com/new/molex/molex-mx-dash-connector-system/
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Mouser Electronics Launches New Extensive Hardware Projects Resource Center
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the industry's leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components™, is introducing its comprehensive hardware projects resource center, empowering engineers to design and build innovative physical solutions from the ground up. With the availability of open-source architectures like RISC-V and advanced components such as microcontrollers, sensors, and actuators, creating custom hardware tailored to specific needs has become more accessible than ever. Engineers can now undertake a wide range of projects, from building home automation systems and weather stations to designing robots and wearable devices. These projects are among those featured: The Smart Edge ML with NXP FRDM-MCXN947 project brings machine-learning capabilities to edge devices. By shifting computations to local devices, this project aims to address latency, privacy, and bandwidth concerns, enabling real-time insights. The MCX N Series FRDM development boards by NXP are utilized for this project as cost-effective, compact, and scalable boards powered by MCUXpresso to provide a rapid prototyping platform. The Mastering Multi-Axis Robotics project guides users through the configuration and control of a robotic arm using the Kria KR260 Robotics Starter Kit from AMD. The KR260 kit is specifically designed for robotics and machine vision, targeting factory automation, communication, control, and vision tasks. The project Neighbors Helping Neighbors discusses how using products most consumers already own, such as Amazon Echo and Ring, can provide and extend low-bandwidth, long-range wireless network technology outside of the home, revolutionizing the concept of a smart home and a smart neighborhood. The project uses the Pro Kit for Amazon Sidewalk from Silicon Labs, which comes pre-programmed with Amazon Sidewalk firmware and Amazon Web Services (AWS) pre-registration, instantly and securely connecting users in a few minutes. The Enhancing Real-World Applications with Time-of-Flight (ToF) Sensors project explores the use of ToF sensors for quick and accurate distance measurements, which can improve capabilities in fields like robotics, augmented reality, and automotive. The project utilizes the TMF8821-SHIELD Sensor Development Board from ams OSRAM, an Arduino-compatible platform for evaluating the TMF8821 multi-zone dToF sensor. It is designed to work with various MCU hardware platforms. Additionally, the project employs the LPCXpresso55S69 development board from NXP, which is fully supported by the MCUXpresso tool suite for rapid development and configuration. To learn more, visit https://resources.mouser.com/hardware-projects
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New eBook from Mouser and Amphenol Explores the Role of Connectivity in Enabling e-Mobility and Electric Vertical Take-Off Aircraft
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) leader empowering innovation, today announces a new eBook in collaboration with Amphenol, offering an in-depth look at connection and sensor technology enabling electric mobility (e-mobility). In 9 Experts Discuss the Role of Connectivity in e-Mobility, specialists from Amphenol and the transportation industry offer insights into technologies and strategies needed to support the unique demands of today's electric vehicles and hybrid electric vehicles (EV/HEV) and electric vertical take-off (eVTOL) aircraft. The chapters of the eBook delve into the challenges and advantages of different types of electrical systems and battery storage. Both functional and environmental safety are discussed in the eBook, as is vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology. V2X is a communication framework that enables vehicles to interact with various elements within their environment, including other vehicles (V2V), infrastructure (V2I), pedestrians (V2P), and networks (V2N). By facilitating real-time information exchange, this comprehensive communication framework enhances safety, efficiency, and convenience. The eBook also highlights relevant products from Amphenol, including sensors, connectors and cable assemblies suitable for EV, HEV, and eVTOL applications. The Amphenol Aerospace high voltage HV38999 series circular connectors are designed for next-generation aircraft power requirements. Through insert optimizations, these specialty connectors can safely carry high voltages and large currents at high altitudes while remaining partially discharge-free to extend connector life. These connectors utilize the last mate, first break sequence, and accommodate standard 38999 accessories. The SurLok Plus™ is a high-performance compression lug solution engineered by Amphenol Industrial, designed to meet the needs of high-voltage power applications across industries like commercial EVs, energy storage, and industrial equipment. Offering easy field installation, superior safety features, and robust performance, the IP67-rated SurLok Plus series provides reliable power distribution without the need for special torque tools. Amphenol Industrial's ePower-Lite plastic power connectors are designed to be used in the commercial hybrid electric vehicle and heavy equipment markets. The 2-pole, 3-pole and 4-pole connectors incorporate patented RADSOK® technology, which offers high amperage, low T-rise and voltage drop, and low resistance. The FAKRA to AMC cable assembly from Amphenol RF combines the automotive industry standard FAKRA connector with the micro-miniature AMC connector on an ultra-flexible 1.13 mm or 1.37 mm coax cable. This combination allows for easy connect and disconnect and is ideal for automotive and IoT applications that require compact infrastructure. Amphenol Piher's HCSP-1BS open loop current sensors are based on Hall-effect and TMR technologies suitable for monitoring and managing performance and safety in battery systems for applications in the automotive and transportation industries. To read the new eBook, visit https://resources.mouser.com/explore-all/amphenol-9-experts-discuss-the-role-of-connectivity-in-emobility-mg/ To browse Mouser's extensive eBook library, visit https://resources.mouser.com/manufacturer-ebooks/
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Chip-free wireless sensors could reduce environmental impact of electronic tags
A more sustainable new form of electronic tag could help reduce the vast environmental impact caused by single-use RFID technologies, researchers say. Engineers from the University of Glasgow have developed the new wireless tag system, which can identify objects and measure temperature without the use of microchips. Instead, the tags use inexpensive coils and a sensing material made from a form of silicon rubber called PDMS and carbon fibres. The coils, smaller than the ones found in credit cards, absorb electromagnetic signals from a hand-held reader using electromagnetic waves. The researchers say their new, less wasteful tags could help reduce the retail sector’s reliance on RFID chips, which uses more than 10 billion tags each year. Most tags are used just once, and end up in a landfill without appropriate recycling of the electronics. The team’s new tags are capable of carrying identifying information as well as taking realtime measurements of temperature. The tags can be read by wireless hand-held devices costing less than £100. The tags could help create future generations of ‘smart packaging’ which could also measure pH or humidity, providing retailers with warnings when food is at risk of spoiling or carrying harmful bacteria. The flexible and lightweight tags could also find use in healthcare and smart clothing, where they could unobtrusively monitor wearers’ vital signs. In a paper published in the journal Advanced Science, the researchers discuss how they developed the technology and tested it in lab conditions. They show how the sensors can detect variations in temperature between 20°C and 110°C. This could make help make future wireless sensors cheaper and more sustainable, as fewer devices will now be required to cover the same temperature sensing range. The tags and performed particularly well between 20°C to 60°C, the range most relevant for food safety and medical applications. They are capable of reacting quickly to changes in temperature, taking just seconds to register significant changes. They also demonstrate how multiple tags can be read at once, showing three sensors providing information to the reader device simultaneously, and can function equally well at different distances from the reader. Dr Mahmoud Wagih, lecturer at the University of Glasgow’s James Watt School of Engineering, is the study’s corresponding author. He said: "Developing wireless sensing tags is crucial for monitoring temperature across supply chains, particularly in food safety and medical applications. By eliminating the need for microchips, these chipless tags could significantly reduce both cost and electronic waste compared to traditional RFID sensors. "While there have been various efforts in recent years to develop chipless smart devices, many require expensive specialised equipment for readout, limiting their potential in commercial applications. “Our paper shows how multiple temperature sensors can be read simultaneously using an inexpensive portable device, which could make it an attractive prospect for adoption by a wide range of industries." The James Watt School of Engineering’s Dr Benjamin King is a co-author of the paper. He said “The new technology we’ve developed uses materials which are cheap and widely-available, and the tags can be manufactured using a simple, scalable process. Our hope is that those unique characteristics could help the technology become widely-adopted in the years to come, helping to reduce the environmental harms currently being caused by single-use RFID tags.” The team’s paper, titled ‘Large-Area Conductor-Loaded PDMS Flexible Composites for Wireless and Chipless Electromagnetic Multiplexed Temperature Sensors’, is published in Advanced Science. The research was supported by the UK Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), and the Royal Society.
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Mouser Electronics Adds Over 60 Manufacturers in 2024, Continues to Expand Linecard for Customers
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, today announced it added more than 60 new manufacturers to its industry-leading line card during 2024, continually expanding product choices for electronic design engineers and purchasing professionals across the globe. The distributor offers a wide selection of the most advanced products, giving designers access to the newest technologies to help speed their time to market. Mouser works closely with its 1,200-plus manufacturer partners to provide the fastest and easiest access to the industry's newest components. Throughout 2024, semiconductor and electronic component manufacturers counted on Mouser to successfully help them introduce their products into the global marketplace. Since early 2020, Mouser has added over 370 new manufacturer partners to its lineup. In 2024, Mouser launched over 32,000 part numbers. "Mouser's mission is to serve our global customers with the widest and newest selection of semiconductors and electronic components, as well as the related development tools necessary for total project design," said Kristin Schuetter, Mouser Electronics' Senior Vice President of Products. "In addition, we are very excited to be adding more industrial lines to expand the choices for our customers. We are stocking more than 1.2 million SKUs, ready to ship." A few of the new manufacturer partners Mouser added in 2024 include: Adam Tech, a manufacturer of electromechanical components, cable assemblies, and custom component solutions that feature innovative connector designs and manufacturing capabilities that improve performance in various applications. Ambiq, a leading supplier of low-powered, AI-enabled microcontrollers for wearables, hearables, IoT, edge devices and mobile edge computing applications. Amphenol AIRMAR, a division of Amphenol, providing high-quality sensors for marine and industrial applications. Macronix, a leading integrated device manufacturer in the non-volatile memory (NVM) market, with a full range of NOR Flash, NAND Flash, and ROM products. Morse Micro, a builder of new generation, low power, wireless chips that can reach farther and are genuinely secure. The company contributes to the efforts of the Wi-Fi Alliance to bring interoperability certifications for Wi-Fi HaLow technology to the market. Vox Power, a designer and manufacturer of high-density modular/configurable and conduction-cooled power solutions for the healthcare, industrial, and technology markets. For more information on Mouser's newest manufacturer partners, go to https://www.mouser.com/new-manufacturer/ To see the latest products available from Mouser, visit https://www.mouser.com/new/
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SOLUM Debuts Eco-Friendly Full-Color E-signage with E Ink Using E Ink Spectra 6, Further Expanding Display Collaboration Beyond ESL
SOLUM (CEO Sung-Ho Jeon) announced on the 17th that it unveiled the next-generation E-signage featuring E Ink's latest full-color display technology, 'E Ink Spectra 6,' at NRF2025. SOLUM began its collaboration with E Ink in 2011 by introducing ePaper into electronic shelf labels (ESL) for the first time. This time, the partnership has expanded beyond the ESL sector to the eco-friendly display market, marking a new leap forward. The newly introduced E-signage incorporates E Ink's latest full-color display technology, 'E Ink Spectra 6,' offering an enhanced color spectrum and advanced color imaging algorithms for superior visual effects. Notably, it supports up to 200 pixels per inch (PPI) in high resolution and partial image blinking effects, enabling effective delivery of advertising messages. In addition to 7.3” and 8.14”, SOLUM will be offering larger sizes of E Ink Spectra 6 for retailers to incorporate promotional messages and advertising at end-caps and in aisle. SOLUM's E-signage offers distinctive advantages over conventional LCD or LED-based displays. It operates with ultra-low power, can run on batteries without constant power supply, and is easy to install. Additionally, a dedicated mobile app allows for simple content creation and updates, while providing a variety of templates optimized for the display. Multiple displays can also be monitored in real time and managed remotely, maximizing operational efficiency. The energy-saving features, such as automatic wake-up and sleep time settings, are also noteworthy. These features are expected to contribute to enhancing companies' ESG values. In particular, the significantly reduced power consumption during image updates further enhances its value as a sustainable display solution. "Based on our long-standing collaboration with E Ink, we have presented new possibilities in the eco-friendly display market," said Seong-ho Jeon, CEO of SOLUM. "In particular, the market for eco-friendly digital signage applying E-paper will expand further, establishing this technology as a sustainable solution across various industries. Furthermore, SOLUM and E Ink will strengthen their strategic partnership in the electronic shelf label market to jointly expand the market together."
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SOLUM Introduces Light-Powered Rail-Based ESL System, Powered by Epishine
SOLUM, the global leading manufacturer of electronic shelf labels (ESLs), has partnered with Epishine, a Swedish pioneer in printed organic solar cells, to introduce an innovative rail-based ESL system powered by light. Together, they deliver a groundbreaking solution addressing key challenges in sustainability, operational efficiency, and accurate price management while providing unmatched convenience and cost savings for modern retail operations. Retailers today face increasing pressure to balance profitability, regulatory compliance, and improve overall usability and efficiency in their stores. Accurate pricing is essential for meeting these demands, preventing penalties and maintaining customer trust. Manual updates, however, are often slow, labor-intensive, costly, and prone to errors. SoluM’s innovative rail-based ESL system allows for seamless price updates and flexible product management. The rail design makes it easy to mount, move, and adjust ESLs along the rail, providing unmatched convenience for retailers. With in-house manufacturing facilities, SoluM achieves shorter development times, maintains high quality control standards, optimizes the supply chain, and maximizes cost competitiveness. Modern ESLs, with their expanded capabilities, contribute to retail efficiency but often require frequent battery replacements, increasing maintenance costs and environmental impact. To overcome these issues, self-powered ESLs, powered by Epishine’s organic, non-toxic solar cells, offer a game-changing alternative. The solar cells are optimized to capture indoor light, providing reliable performance even in low-light conditions. This makes them ideal for retail environments where light availability varies across shelves and durable materials are of most importance. The new light-powered rail-based ESL system by SoluM eliminates the need for disposable batteries. In large retail stores, which can hold over 50,000 unique items requiring ESLs, this innovation can save 50,000 batteries per replacement cycle—drastically reducing both maintenance costs and environmental impact. “Our collaboration with Epishine demonstrates our dedication to providing retailers with innovative and cost-efficient solutions,” said Sungho Jun, CEO at SoluM. “Together, we’re creating a solution that simplifies operations, reduces maintenance costs, and enhances efficiency, all while offering the added benefit of significantly reducing battery usage and environmental impact.” “By integrating Epishine’s indoor solar cells into SoluM’s ESL rail systems, we’re offering a practical way to future-proof retail operations, reduce battery dependency, and lower maintenance costs,” added Anders Kottenauer, CEO at Epishine.
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Revolutionizing OCT Imaging - SuperLight Photonics Redefines Wideband Laser Sources for OCT
SuperLight Photonics, renowned for groundbreaking advancements in wideband laser technology, reveals a breakthrough in wide-spectrum/low-noise OCT solutions for industrial quality inspection. OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography) is a non-invasive, non-destructive method for sub-surface analysis. In the medical field, it is used to examine eyes, skin, and arteries. Increasingly, OCT is also gaining traction in the industrial sector for in-line and at-line inspection of multi-layered materials such as composites, polymers, ceramics, and opto-semiconductors. A significant number of OCT systems rely on ASE (Amplified Spontaneous Emission) light sources, such as SLED, which offers great efficiencies coupling into fiber compared to halogen or LED, but also present notable challenges. ASE light sources have limited spectral range, which negatively impacts the axial resolution of OCT systems. To overcome this limitation, multiple ASEs are combined in a single package, however, this increases cost and complexity. Traditional wideband or supercontinuum lasers offer a wider spectrum, resulting in a high axial resolution in the OCT system, but typically come in a large form factor and require Class IV laser safety precautions which are not practical outside a lab and in a manufacturing environment. Both ASE and traditional supercontinuum lasers suffer from spectral noise which results in low contrast OCT scans. The SLP-1050 delivers an exceptional 3 orders of magnitude lower noise versus other high-end supercontinuum sources. It is classified as a Class IIIb laser, significantly reducing the need for extensive laser safety precautions. Its compact form factor makes it highly versatile for deployment across a wide range of industries and applications, including quality inspection of ceramics, layered composites, polymers, biological tissues, and even artwork restoration and forensics. "Our patented PAD – Patterned Alternating Dispersion TM technology was developed to overcome the limitations of traditional supercontinuum lasers. OCT imaging requires low-noise light sources, and the SLP-1050 delivers exceptional performance with noise levels three orders of magnitude lower,” said Haider Zia, CTO of SuperLight Photonics. “With an impressive axial resolution of 2.75 µm and a broad spectral range in the Extended SWIR (wavelength range from 1700–2500 nm), we offer unmatched performance with minimal power consumption. Our customers are particularly drawn to the SLP-1050 as a replacement for both SLED and traditional supercontinuum light sources in OCT systems.” To demonstrate the meaning of wide-band and low-noise performance, we benchmarked the SLP-1050 against an ASE light source by conducting an A-scan of a roll of tape. The results show a significant improvement in resolution and contrast, revealing additional layers and facilitating data processing.
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Mouser Electronics New Product Insider: Over 10,000 New Parts Added in Fourth Quarter of 2024
As an authorized distributor, Mouser Electronics, Inc. is focused on the rapid introduction of new products and technologies, giving customers an edge and helping speed time to market. Over 1,200 semiconductor and electronic component manufacturer brands count on Mouser to help them introduce their products into the global marketplace. Mouser's customers can expect 100% certified, genuine products that are fully traceable from each manufacturer. In 2024, Mouser launched more than 32,000 part numbers ready for shipment, including over 10,000 in the fourth quarter. Some of the products introduced by Mouser from October through December include: AMD Artix™ UltraScale+™ FGPAs The Artix UltraScale+ series from AMD consists of cost-optimized field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) offering industry-leading compute density enabled by integrated fan-out (InFO) small form factor packaging. The Artix UltraScale+ FPGAs are ideal for high-speed image processing and video pre-processing for factory automation, medical applications, and more. Silicon Labs EFR32xG22E Explorer Kit (xG22-EK2710A) The EFR32xG22E Explorer Kit is an ultra-low-cost, small form factor development and evaluation platform focused on rapid prototyping and concept creation of Bluetooth® LE IoT applications based on the EFR32xG22E wireless Gecko system-on-chip (SoC) series from Silicon Labs. The kit features a USB interface, an onboard SEGGER J-Link debugger and easy expansion via a mikroBUS socket and a Qwiic DFRobot SEN0623 C1001 mmWave Human Detection Sensor The SEN0623 C1001 by DFRobot is a high-precision 60GHz millimeter-wave (mmWave) radar sensor engineered for advanced human detection. In addition to detecting presence, speed, and distance, the device features fall detection and sleep monitoring. Its ability to recognize human postures using a point cloud imaging algorithm allows for the detection of whether someone is lying down and for the precise tracking of life signs. Raspberry Pi SC1174 AI Camera The SC1174 camera by Raspberry Pi combines a 12-megapixel CMOS image sensor with onboard inferencing acceleration for a variety of common neural network models, enabling users to develop sophisticated vision-based AI applications without the need for a separate accelerator. The camera transparently augments captured still images or video with tensor metadata, leaving the processor in the host Raspberry Pi free to perform other operations. The SC1174 AI camera is compatible with all Raspberry Pi single-board computers (SBC). To see more of the New Product Insider highlights, go to https://info.mouser.com/new_products/
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SoluM Introduces Light-Powered Rail-Based ESL System, Powered by Epishine
SoluM, the global leading manufacturer of electronic shelf labels (ESLs), has partnered with Epishine, a Swedish pioneer in printed organic solar cells, to introduce an innovative rail-based ESL system powered by light. Together, they deliver a groundbreaking solution addressing key challenges in sustainability, operational efficiency, and accurate price management while providing unmatched convenience and cost savings for modern retail operations. Retailers today face increasing pressure to balance profitability, regulatory compliance, and improve overall usability and efficiency in their stores. Accurate pricing is essential for meeting these demands, preventing penalties and maintaining customer trust. Manual updates, however, are often slow, labor-intensive, costly, and prone to errors. SoluM’s innovative rail-based ESL system allows for seamless price updates and flexible product management. The rail design makes it easy to mount, move, and adjust ESLs along the rail, providing unmatched convenience for retailers. With in-house manufacturing facilities, SoluM achieves shorter development times, maintains high quality control standards, optimizes the supply chain, and maximizes cost competitiveness. Modern ESLs, with their expanded capabilities, contribute to retail efficiency but often require frequent battery replacements, increasing maintenance costs and environmental impact. To overcome these issues, self-powered ESLs, powered by Epishine’s organic, non-toxic solar cells, offer a game-changing alternative. The solar cells are optimized to capture indoor light, providing reliable performance even in low-light conditions. This makes them ideal for retail environments where light availability varies across shelves and durable materials are of most importance. The new light-powered rail-based ESL system by SoluM eliminates the need for disposable batteries. In large retail stores, which can hold over 50,000 unique items requiring ESLs, this innovation can save 50,000 batteries per replacement cycle—drastically reducing both maintenance costs and environmental impact. “Our collaboration with Epishine demonstrates our dedication to providing retailers with innovative and cost-efficient solutions,” said Sungho Jun, CEO at SoluM. “Together, we’re creating a solution that simplifies operations, reduces maintenance costs, and enhances efficiency, all while offering the added benefit of significantly reducing battery usage and environmental impact.” “By integrating Epishine’s indoor solar cells into SoluM’s ESL rail systems, we’re offering a practical way to future-proof retail operations while reducing battery dependency and maintenance costs,” added Anders Kottenauer, CEO at Epishine.
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Ambiq and ThinkAR Disrupt the AR Glasses Industry with the AiLens
Ambiq®, a leading developer of ultra-low-power semiconductors and solutions enabling Edge AI, has partnered with ThinkAR, a pioneer in augmented reality (AR) and AI technology, to unveil AiLens, the most lightweight smart glasses designed for everyday wear. Weighing just 37 grams, AiLens redefines lightweight smart glasses with an extraordinary 10+ hours of battery life — over three times the industry average of 3 hours — ensuring all-day usability without the need for frequent recharging. The glasses are powered by Ambiq’s ultra-efficient Apollo4 System-on-Chip (SoC), built on its proprietary Subthreshold Power Optimization Technology (SPOT®) platform, and ThinkAR’s advanced voice-activated AR capabilities. Together, they deliver a seamless, intuitive hands-free experience enhanced by powerful Edge AI processing for personalized insights. Key Features and Innovations: • Advanced Processing Power: Ambiq’s Apollo4 SoC, featuring an Arm® Cortex®-M4F microprocessor, achieves up to 192 MHz for processing graphics, audio, and AI models. • AI-Powered Personal Assistant: AiLens includes an adaptive AI assistant that learns user preferences and delivers tailored responses, supporting OpenAI and third-party APIs. • Exceptional Display Technology: High-definition visuals powered by Apollo4’s 2D/2.5D graphics accelerator ensure smooth performance with minimal power consumption. • Seamless Connectivity: Direct integration with Google, Microsoft, and third-party platforms for instant access to calendars, documents, and cloud storage. • Ergonomic Design: Market-leading lightweight construction at 37g, optimized for long-term comfort. • iOS App Integration: Dedicated application for enhanced functionality and seamless control. “Our collaboration with ThinkAR marks the start of a new era for smart AR glasses,” said Fumihide Esaka, CEO of Ambiq. “The leap in energy efficiency, performance, functionality, and practicality offers a major shift in wearable Edge AI technology for consumers. I am excited to see how people will use it to improve their daily routines.” “Our partnership with Ambiq for AiLens underscores our commitment to innovation,” said Joe Ye, Founder of ThinkAR. “Together, we’ve created a product that redefines the AR glasses market - being energy efficient, intuitive, and designed for the modern user.” said Paul Jones, President of ThinkAR Japan Offices. In conjunction with SoftBank the key applications of the AiLens include — Healthcare, workplace productivity and training, retail and E-commerce, navigation and travel, education and skill development. The specific core functions the AiLens can help are: • Real-Time Language Translation: Enables seamless multilingual communication. • Notes and Reminders: Accessible for students and professionals on the go. • Healthcare Solutions: Provides seamless access to health and wellness data from wearables or healthcare devices. • Workflow Optimization: Enhances productivity for hands-free management including checking phone notifications and accessing internet resources with visual responses powered by OpenAI. With its lightweight design and advanced processing capabilities, AiLens ensures user comfort for extended use while minimizing external components. This innovation creates an unparalleled experience in the AR glasses market. ThinkAR AiLens will be available simultaneously in North America, APAC, and Europe. Initial availability in the United States begins in January 2025, followed by APAC and Europe in April 2025. Consumers can purchase AiLens through Amazon, SoftBank Japan, and additional online and offline retailers. Learn more about the collaboration or experience the AiLens at The Venetian, Level 2, Bellini 2002 during CES 2025. ### Note: Battery data is based on ThinkAR’s lab test results and may vary with usage and other factors.
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Mouser Electronics Continues to Expand its Industrial Automation Line Card and Product Lineup
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components, continues to expand its line card of industrial automation products from world-class manufacturers and solution delivery partners, helping to pave the way for Industry 5.0 The transition to Industry 5.0 marks a significant evolution in the manufacturing sector, heralding a new era that goes beyond the automation and digitalization of Industry 4.0 by integrating human creativity with technological advancements. The PE2100U from ASUS IoT is an intelligent edge computer featuring rich I/O capabilities, various connectivity options and a fanless thermal design suitable for diverse industrial control applications. Based on Intel® 13th Gen. Core™-I processors, these rugged embedded computers include up to 4 COM ports, provide triple independent video outputs (2x HDMI 2.0 / 1x DP 1.2), and offer plentiful expansion capacity. The PE2100U industrial PCs support Wi-Fi®, Bluetooth®, and multiple wired connectivity options. The LOGO! 8.4 logic modules from Siemens are cloud-enabled, space-saving interfaces for connecting expansion modules in industrial automation, predictive maintenance, and agricultural applications. The Siemens LOGO! Soft Comfort engineering software wizard facilitates both single and network cloud connections with familiar and easy operation, featuring automatic communication configuration for up to three programs at once, with drag-and-drop transfer signals from one program to another. The K50Z multipoint sensor from Banner Engineering uses 3D time-of-flight (ToF) technology and a wide beam angle to detect objects up to 2 meters away across an 8 x 8-pixel array. It can also be configured to measure two separate areas, effectively doing the work of two sensors in one convenient device. The K50Z sensor is completely self-contained, and no external lighting, controller, or PC is required. The K50Z sensor has a compact IP67 housing designed for industrial environments and is ideal for fill applications or area detection. The SLC Safety Light Curtain series by TE Connectivity is designed to provide operator safety while allowing quick and safe access for various operations such as loading, unloading, and maintenance. These curtains offer resolutions ranging from 14 to 90 millimeters, making them suitable for detecting fingers, hands, or the entire body. They also come with 2 to 4-beam options for effective access control. These curtains offer resolutions ranging from 14 to 90 millimeters, making them suitable for detecting fingers, hands, or the entire body. To provide expert insights into Industry 4.0 and Industry 5.0, Mouser has curated a library of educational resources for engineers, buyers and systems integrators through its comprehensive industrial automation resource hub, featuring a diverse array of educational materials, including articles, blogs, product profiles, and more. In collaboration with leading industry experts, Mouser has also developed informative eBooks that explore key topics such as IIoT, advancements in digital factories, and future industry trends. These manufacturer eBooks are meticulously designed to equip engineers and designers with the latest knowledge and applications, ensuring they remain at the forefront of technological innovation. To learn more about Mouser's industrial automation portfolio, visit https://www.mouser.com/solutions/industrial-automation/
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Mouser Electronics Announces Partnership with DS PENSKE for Formula E Season 11 with Debut in Brazil
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) leader™ empowering innovation, is gearing up to sponsor the DS PENSKE Formula E racing team as they begin Season 11 at the Sambadrome in São Paulo, Brazil, on December 7. Mouser is sponsoring the team throughout the 2024/2025 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship racing season in collaboration with TTI, Inc. and valued manufacturers Molex and KYOCERA AVX. This is the first time that Brazil has hosted the Formula E season-opener, and the race will see two-time Formula E World Champion Jean-Éric Vergne joined by Maximilian Günther as they pilot the new GEN3 Evo car. The GEN3 Evo is faster, stronger, and more agile than its predecessors and features an aggressive new body kit designed to be stronger, more robust and more aerodynamic. It also allows for all-wheel drive, a first for a Formula E car. "Mouser is thrilled to continue our support of the DS PENSKE Formula E team," said Todd McAtee, Senior Vice President, Business Development for Mouser Electronics. "We're also excited to see what the new car can do. With acceleration 0-60mph, 30% faster than a current F1 car, this is sure to be an exhilarating season." "TTI is pleased to team up again with Mouser to support DS PENSKE and promote this dynamic sport and its commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility," said Mike Morton, TTI Chief Executive Officer. "We will be looking forward to a winning year ahead." "The new car promises to continue the evolution of Formula E and serves as a powerful showcase for the electric future of motorsports," said Fred Bell, Molex Vice President of Global Distribution. "Mouser and Molex have been proud supporters since the inception of Formula E, and we wish the DS PENSKE team a safe and successful season." "We're delighted to collaborate with Mouser and TTI in our partnership with the DS PENSKE Formula E racing team for another exciting season," said Alex Schenkel, KYOCERA AVX Senior Vice President of Global Sales. Formula E will complete a 16-race season spanning ten iconic venues as it continues to pioneer all-electric racing. The globe-trotting schedule includes a return to Miami, Florida, double-headers in Tokyo and Monaco, and Formula E's first-ever trip to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. A double-header finale in London, England, rounds out the largest Formula E race calendar to date. Formula E cars are powered solely by electricity and represent a vision for the future of the motorsports industry, serving as a framework for research and development around zero-emission motoring. Racing is all about speed and endurance, and racing partnerships are an innovative way for Mouser to communicate its performance-driven business model and promote the newest technologies from its manufacturer partners. To learn more about the Mouser-backed DS PENSKE Formula E racing team and view the Formula E schedule, visit https://www.mouser.com/formula-e/
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Authorized Distributor Mouser Electronics Shipping Wide Variety of Electronic Components from Same Sky
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the industry's leading New Product Introduction (NPI) distributor with the widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components™, is an authorized global distributor of electronic components and innovative solutions from Same Sky (formerly CUI Devices), a leading global manufacturer of interconnect, audio, thermal management, motion, relay, sensor and switch solutions. With over 9,500 Same Sky products available to order, including over 5,500 in stock, Mouser offers a wide portfolio of the manufacturer's newest innovations. Same Sky's AMT encoders, available from Mouser, are rugged, high-accuracy modular devices offered in incremental, absolute, and commutation versions. Based on Same Sky's proprietary capacitive sensing technology, the AMT series modular encoders provide a compelling solution for a range of industrial, automation, robotics, and renewable energy applications. Same Sky's buzzers enable audible identification and alerts for many applications and range from compact 3.2 mm surface-mount buzzers to larger high-decibel models. Same Sky's buzzer portfolio includes indicators that are IEC 60601-1-8 compliant for medical use and devices offering sound pressure levels (SPLs) of up to 110dB for security systems and industrial applications. Same Sky's DC axial fans are offered with frame sizes from 20 to 172 mm and airflows from 0.33 to 382 cubic feet per minute (CFM). These DC fans come as standard with auto restart protection and feature ball bearing, sleeve bearing, or Same Sky's advanced omniCOOL™ system construction. With a multitude of options, these DC fans are an ideal forced air-cooling solution to defeat heat in a wide range of applications. Same Sky's USB connectors line incorporates Type-A, Type-B, Micro-AB, Micro-B, Mini-AB, Mini-B, and Type-C USB connector types conforming to a variety of USB standards, including 2.0, 3.2 Gen 1 (previously USB 3.1 Gen 1), 3.2 Gen 2 (previously USB 3.1 Gen 2), 3.2 Gen 2x2 (previously USB 3.2), and USB4 20 or 40 Gbps. With data transfer speeds up to 40 Gbps and power delivery up to 240 W, these USB connectors can plug into virtually any design. Power-only models with power delivery up to 90 W are also available. To learn more about Same Sky products available from Mouser, visit https://www.mouser.com/manufacturer/same-sky/
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Explore the Benefits of GaN-Based Power Electronics in the New eBook from Mouser, Analog Devices, and Bourns
Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) leader™ empowering innovation, today announces a new eBook in collaboration with Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) and Bourns exploring the challenges and benefits of Gallium Nitride (GaN) technology in the pursuit of efficiency, performance, and sustainability. 10 Experts Discuss Gallium Nitride Technology explores how GaN technology, which enables higher efficiency, faster switching speeds, and greater power density than silicon, is revolutionizing power electronics. The advantages of GaN technology offer far-reaching implications across various industries, from automotive and industrial applications to consumer electronics and renewable energy. The new eBook provides insights from experts from ADI, Bourns, and other companies on the benefits of GaN, the challenges first-time GaN designers might face, and how to best navigate the transition from silicon to GaN. The eBook also highlights relevant products from ADI and Bourns, including GaN controllers and drivers, power inductors, and more. The ADI LTC7890/1 synchronous step-down controllers are high-performance, step-down, DC-to-DC switching regulator controllers that drive N-channel synchronous GaN field effect transistor (FET) power stages from input voltages up to 100 V. These devices simplify design while requiring no protection diodes or other additional external components, compared to a silicon metal-oxide-semiconductor solution. The LT8418 is a 100 V half-bridge GaN driver that integrates top and bottom driver stages, driver logic control, and protections. The LT8418 provides split gate drivers to adjust the turn-on and turn-off slew rates of GaN FETs to suppress ringing and optimize EMI performance. High switching frequencies in GaN technology demand a careful selection of passive components. Bourns provides advanced magnetic components optimized for GaN's higher frequencies, including their PQ flat power inductors, CWP3230A chip inductors, and TLVR1105T TLVR inductors. These devices feature low inductance, high current ratings, and shielded construction for low radiation. The Bourns HCTSM150102HL transformer features reinforced isolation, 15mm minimum clearance/creepage distance, and 7.64kV (2s) withstanding voltage to provide an elevated degree of isolation from high voltage hazards. The transformer is constructed with a ferrite toroid core for a high coupling factor and efficiency. To read the new eBook, visit https://resources.mouser.com/manufacturer-ebooks/adi-bourns-10-experts-discuss-gallium-nitride-technology-mg/ To browse Mouser's extensive eBook library, visit https://resources.mouser.com/manufacturer-ebooks/
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Blueshift Memory launches BlueFive processor, accelerating computation by up to 50 times and saving up to 65% energy
Blueshift Memory, designer of a novel proprietary high-speed memory architecture, has announced the availability of a RISC-V processor reference design that addresses the twin problems facing today’s computing industry: the Memory Wall and the Energy Wall. The BlueFive™ processor reference design achieves between five times and 50 times faster benchmarked calculation speed, depending on application and computing language. The innovative CPU design also saves between 50% and 65% of energy consumption by reducing unnecessary data movement. According to Goldman Sachs, a 160% increase in data centre power demand is expected between 2024 and 2030, driven by the demands of AI. BlueFive is based on an open-source RISC-V core from the OpenHW Group. The CPU design integrates Blueshift Memory’s Yonder™ smart cache and BlueBlaze™ intelligent memory controller to actively manage the data, reducing memory-to-CPU latency to zero as well as accelerating calculations and saving energy. “The hardware was initially created under our successful Innovation UK Smart grant project, and it has since been refined as a reference design for a standalone processor. We are creating the software environment for this CPU with TensorFlow, Redis and C/C++ libraries, which will also make it accessible for Python,” said Peter Marosan, founder and CTO of Blueshift Memory. “Our CPU design has been validated in FPGA using the industry-standard STREAM benchmark, as well as with real-life applications like computer vision AI and the Redis in-memory database,” said Dr Sarmad Adeel, Senior Embedded Systems Engineer at Blueshift Memory. Blueshift Memory’s award-winning non-Von Neumann computer architecture works best when integrated into the memory as well as the CPU, but its innovative memory controller technology still offers significant benefits in combination with either of these components on their own. More than 90% of the time taken for an AI model to respond to a user query is wasted moving data backwards and forwards between logic and memory chips, according to SK Hynix in a recent article in The Economist. This data transfer also wastes a considerable amount of energy. “Our design is already validated on hardware, unlike other CPU solutions that aim to accelerate calculation, or offer only simulated results. It specifically addresses the Memory Wall – the fundamental problem that memory technology has fallen behind processor advances, and is holding back progress,” said Helen Duncan, CEO of Blueshift Memory. “We are already working with a commercial partner who will be a channel for our RISC-V solution. We are additionally making this reference design available for other customers to use, to create their own high-efficiency CPU designs.” “We are collaborating with a manufacturer in SE Asia as well, to create a Blueshift Memory-enabled high bandwidth memory chip, and we will make a further announcement about this very soon,” said Peter Marosan. Forecasts from Arete Research, quoted by The Economist, indicate that the market for high bandwidth memory has grown by 450% in the past year, and is expected to reach $81 billion in 2026.
