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Avnet Silica

Avnet Silica is the European semiconductor specialist division of Avnet, one of the leading global technology distributors, and acts as the smart connection between customers and suppliers. The distributor simplifies complexity by providing creative solutions, technology and logistics support. Avnet Silica is a partner of leading semiconductor manufacturers and innovative solution providers over many years. With a team of more than 200 application engineers and technical specialists, Avnet Silica supports projects all the way from the idea to the concept to production.

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By Christian Goehring - May 30, 2025

Technical article

Carriers are actively adjusting networks and capacities to meet these evolving demands. Investment in technology, sustainability, and resilient supply chains will be crucial for long-term success.

Beyond the datasheet: How to get more out of your primary cell batteries

By Philip Ling - May 22, 2025

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The world relies on small electronic devices powered by even smaller primary cell batteries. We dispose of around 80 million non-rechargeable batteries every day. How can we use technology to get more power out of our batteries?

Connectors for harsh environments

By Avnet Staff - April 2, 2025

Technical article

The right connectivity solution for harsh environments depends on an understanding of the disruptive environmental factors and how they affect sensitive equipment. With this knowledge, engineers can select connectors

March 2025 Global Freight Update

By Christian Goehring - March 31, 2025

Technical article

Capacity constraints on outbound air cargo routes, ongoing political instability and rising tariffs will disrupt supply chains, meaning companies must adapt by reevaluating sourcing and logistics strategies to mitigate these risks.

Programming secure devices at scale, in a software-defined world

March 7, 2025

Technical article

Software stored in non-volatile memory plays a crucial role in electronic products. Getting software into hardware and securing those devices in a connected world requires specialized support that is both repeatable and scalable.

/IOTCONNECT, powered by AWS, enables smart PPE, keeping site workers safer

By Philip Ling - March 7, 2025

Technical article

Part of the value proposition for IoT technology and ubiquitous connectivity is enabling new approaches to solving long-standing challenges. Many of those challenges are incidental to the task, like keeping construction site workers safe.

Liquid cooling helps shape thermal management for AI

By Andrea Tsapralis - March 5, 2025

Technical article

AI is changing data centers and our expectations. But this transformation comes with demands, in terms of power consumption and corresponding heat generation. The industry is rapidly adopting the latest thermal management solutions.

Turning indoor tracking technology into smart solutions

By Philip Ling - February 19, 2025

Technical article Case Study

/IOTCONNECT is enabling indoor asset tracking technology company, IOSEA, to deliver total solutions for smart warehousing, industrial automation and the connected worker.

February 2025 Global Freight Update

By Christian Goehring - February 10, 2025

Technical article

Air cargo demand worldwide remained robust towards the end of 2024, primarily driven by carriers in the APAC and AMER regions, with e-commerce playing a significant role in this growth.

Breathe easy: How electrochemical sensors safeguard air quality

By Avnet Staff - April 29, 2024

Technical article

Design engineers seeking to develop more sustainable devices can turn to electrochemical gas sensors for a variety of applications that reduce carbon emissions, protect the environment and safeguard human health.

Using Open Standard Modules in the IoT age

By Avnet Staff - April 8, 2024

Technical article

When you think about embedded compute modules, you should be thinking small.

Take a look inside your first board support package

By Avnet Staff - July 11, 2023

Technical article

A good board support package (BSP), or software development kit (SDK), provides a jump-start for embedded software developers. What are you expecting to find inside a BSP, and what should you be looking for?

How do you make a cobot inherently safe?

By Avnet Staff - June 27, 2023

Technical article

As the market and uses for cobots grow, so does productivity. Cobots can quickly deliver an investment return when used alongside human operators. Given their close human proximity, how do you make cobots inherently safe?

How are magnetic rotary encoders used in industrial automation?

By Avnet Staff - June 15, 2023

Technical article

The Hall effect is used in rotary encoders to monitor position, speed and direction in electric motors and rotary dials. The encoder designs vary, so it is helpful to understand the main features and how they affect performance.

Developing an IoT asset tracker: What are the key technical considerations?

By Avnet Staff - May 2, 2023

Technical article

Technology is making asset tracking more accessible. Connectivity options are increasing, including non-terrestrial networks. Any object can be located and monitored. This blog uncovers the design challenges, including power, protocols and precision.

When GaN is too fast for your application, consider SiC instead

By Avnet Staff - April 24, 2023

Technical article

The best power converters are not always the ones that switch the fastest. Gallium Nitride (GaN) switches faster than other power transistors, but sometimes it is too fast. Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs may sometimes be a better option.

Combining GaN and SiC for cost-effective power conversion

By Avnet Staff - April 20, 2023

Technical article

The public image of silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) is as wonder materials. We know they are displacing older silicon technology, boosting the efficiency of power conversion stages. However, neither is a universal solution.

More industries seek performance benefits of private 5G networks

By Avnet Staff - January 6, 2023

Technical article

We have waited 10 years for public 5G networks. While real-world implementations of private networks are in their infancy. Owning one means you don’t have to wait any longer. You also get exclusive access to the performance 5G offers.

How engineers cut development time in half for an EV fire warning system

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Technical article

Through rapid prototyping, Amphenol developed sensor modules that reliably detect carbon dioxide and hydrogen from cell decomposition venting for early warning of lithium cell thermal runaway.

Does hardware matter?

By Anatoli Lukkarinen - March 3, 2020

Technical article

I believe every IoT and Industrial IoT system designer and software developer should consider the question in the title. Do you?