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How much do you really know about powering your mobile electronics? Join Elektor Lab Talk #49 for a practical discussion on mobile power design, battery technology, power management, charging, and the engineering challenges behind today's portable devices. Whether you're designing battery-powered products or simply want to understand what happens behind the scenes, this session has plenty to offer. 📅 Thursday, August 6 🕓 16:00 CEST Read more: elektormagazine.com/news/mobile-po… Register here: streamyard.com/watch/RScdY5Fc…

The Things Conference 2026 will take place on 22–23 September in Amsterdam, with a program focused on IoT, Edge AI, embedded systems, and wireless connectivity. The event includes technical presentations, workshops, demonstrations, and exhibitions covering technologies such as LoRaWAN®, Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi, Matter, and cybersecurity. If you're working with connected devices or industrial IoT, the conference offers a chance to learn about current developments and meet companies working in the field. Read more: elektormagazine.com/news/the-thing…

Every ambitious maker project starts with dozens of engineering decisions. Join Alessandro Placitelli (PLACITECH) for Elektor Engineering Insights #61 as he shares the design choices, prototypes, challenges, and lessons behind his increasingly ambitious builds. If you're interested in practical electronics, product development, or building your own projects, you won't want to miss it. 📅 Wednesday, 29 July 2026 🕓 16:00 CEST (10:00 EDT / 14:00 UTC) Reserve your place: streamyard.com/watch/YightY6B…

The MakePython ESP32 Development Kit is a practical way to start programming the ESP32 with MicroPython. Whether you're learning embedded programming or building connected devices, this kit combines hardware and hands-on projects to help you get started quickly. ✅ 46 hands-on projects ✅ ESP32 board with integrated LCD ✅ Comprehensive sensor and component set Learn more: elektor.com/products/makep…

Engineering changes don't have to slow product development. Join this Elektor webinar to discover how digital workflows can reduce the time from a supplier request to an Engineering Change Order (ECO) from days to just minutes. Learn how automation, collaboration, and streamlined engineering processes can help teams respond faster, improve accuracy, and accelerate product development. Read more elektormagazine.com/news/webinar-f…

If you've ever built an Elektor project, there's a good chance you've come across the work of Ton Giesberts. The Ton Giesberts Collection lets you explore years of his work, from high-end audio amplifiers and analog circuits to Raspberry Pi hardware, USB interfaces, test equipment, and practical workshop projects. It's the kind of collection where you open one project and end up discovering several more along the way. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/news/the-ton-g…

We're excited to welcome Luchrome to electronica Fast Forward 2026 in Munich. Luchrome is developing a new generation of fully printed, metal-free displays designed for connected products. Their Lusight™ technology offers an energy-efficient alternative to conventional display technologies, making it well suited for applications including smart labels, medical devices, consumer electronics, and Industrial IoT. If you're attending electronica 2026, stop by and meet the team and learn more about their technology. 📍 Hall B4 📅 10–13 November 2026 📍 Munich, Germany See you there!

Want to get the most out of the legendary 555 timer IC? The 555 Timer Projects Bundle is packed with everything you need to learn, experiment, and build your own electronics projects. ✅ More than 45 tested projects ✅ More than 130 components included ✅ Perfect for learning, prototyping, and experimenting Whether you're just getting started or you're an experienced maker, this bundle offers hours of hands-on electronics fun. Learn more: elektor.com/products/555-t…

How can industrial devices from different vendors exchange data securely without worrying about operating systems or proprietary protocols? OPC UA has become one of the key standards for industrial communication, enabling secure, platform-independent data exchange from the factory floor to cloud applications. This article explores how OPC UA works, why it matters for Industry 4.0, and how its information modeling capabilities help create interoperable, scalable automation systems. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/articles/opc-u…

What happens when a vehicle’s cryptographic hardware can no longer support the latest security algorithms? Automotive crypto agility gives long-lived ECUs a way to adopt post-quantum cryptography without replacing the complete control unit. In this Elektor TV clip, Dr. Claude-Pascal Stöber-Schmidt of IAV explains how a portable software layer can extend or replace cryptographic drivers on constrained microcontrollers, including systems based on AUTOSAR Classic. The approach could help protect secure boot, firmware updates, key exchange, and vehicle-to-cloud communication throughout a vehicle’s service life. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/news/automotiv…

What do engineers enjoy when they're not designing circuits or writing code? The latest System Check survey is all about life outside electronics engineering. Whether your free time is spent hiking, gaming, reading, traveling, woodworking, or pursuing another hobby, Elektor would love to hear from you. Take a few minutes to share your interests and help us learn more about our engineering community. Take the survey: elektormagazine.com/news/system-ch…

Looking for a simple electronics project with a practical purpose? This DIY laser alarm circuit uses a laser beam as an invisible tripwire to detect intruders. When the beam is interrupted, the circuit triggers an alarm, making it an excellent project for learning about sensors, analog electronics, and basic security systems while building a useful device. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/news/circuit-d…

Annoying mains hum can ruin even the best audio setup. Do you know where it comes from or how to eliminate it? Audiotronics: Hum Reduction explains the theory behind 50 Hz and 100 Hz hum, explores common causes, and presents practical solutions, including a balanced-input preamplifier and an isolation amplifier. This in-depth article is available for €5, or free with an Elektor Green or Gold Membership. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/news/audiotron…

Ready to go behind the scenes of bigger maker projects? On Wednesday, 29 July 2026, electrical engineer and content creator Alessandro Placitelli (PLACITECH) returns to Elektor Engineering Insights #61 to discuss the evolution of his projects, from initial ideas to larger, more ambitious builds. Discover how electronics, firmware, mechanical design, and 3D printing come together in real engineering projects. Three attendees will also win an Elektor Arduino MultiCalculator kit. 📅 Wednesday, 29 July 2026 🕓 16:00 CEST (10:00 EDT / 14:00 UTC) Register for free: streamyard.com/watch/YightY6B…

Need a clean and stable power source for testing sensitive analog circuits? The new Elektor Low-Noise Lab Power Supply is a fully analog, adjustable symmetrical bench supply designed for precision measurements and low-noise applications. ✅ Output voltage: 0 to ±22 V ✅ Output current: 0 to ±1 A ✅ Ultra-low noise Offer valid until July 22, 2026, while supplies last. Learn more: elektor.com/products/elekt…

What really happens before a maker project becomes a polished YouTube video? Join electrical engineer and creator Alessandro Placitelli (PLACITECH) for Elektor Engineering Insights #61 on 29 July. He'll share the prototyping process behind his larger builds, covering electronics, firmware, mechanical design, 3D printing, and the engineering trade-offs that happen long before the final reveal. Three attendees will also win an Elektor Arduino MultiCalculator kit. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/news/placitech… Register for the free live event: streamyard.com/watch/YightY6B…

Looking to build your own RF transmitter? This DIY project features a wideband 70 cm FM exciter capable of delivering 130 mW RF output with an audio bandwidth of 20 Hz to 100 kHz. Designed for amateur radio enthusiasts, it offers a practical way to experiment with high-fidelity FM transmission in the 430 to 440 MHz band. Read the article: elektormagazine.com/news/circuit-d…

Elektor Lab Talk #48: IoT, Sensors, and the MultiRF Dev Board x.com/i/broadcasts/1…

As commercial electric vehicles demand more power, efficient thermal management is becoming a key factor in improving performance and reliability. This white paper explores a direct liquid-cooled power module architecture that reduces thermal resistance, lowers semiconductor junction temperatures, and improves power density for commercial EV drivetrains. It also examines how the approach can simplify module design while supporting longer operating life and greater efficiency. Read the full white paper: elektormagazine.com/news/direct-li…

We go live in just 2 hours! At 16:00 CEST today, join Elektor Lab Talk #48 for an engaging discussion on IoT sensor design, RF trade offs, and the MultiRF Dev Board. Bring your questions and join the conversation live. Register now: streamyard.com/watch/x2zdxx3i…