2016年7月29日星期五
2016年7月27日星期三
Environmental protection -- Plant grass on the hosts
The author Mike Schropp reformed the host
named Casemod, leaving little space for himself to plant grass on the host.
Mike introduces that the grass on the host can enjoy the greenhouse environment
with warm soil to help the grass sprout and grow. Thus, he spent time on
learning botany. He tried to find the appropriate atmosphere and master the
temperature by the computer.
In the whole process he was trying and
researching. At least, from the picture the result seems good and maybe the
computer radiation can be eaten more.
To
collect the heat from the host, Mike found several bottles to disperse the heat
from the host. After measuring the PC by controlling the fan the result turns
out that the lowest temperature is 24 Celsius, the highest is 33 Celsius.
It seems a little complicated, but the
expense is less than 10 dollars.
All of us can do to protect environment and against heat radiation.
2016年7月26日星期二
This Is the Robot Maid Elon Musk Is Funding
Inside a secretive AI nonprofit backed by Elon Musk and other Silicon Valley figures, a handful of robots designed to help out in warehouses are gradually learning how to do useful household chores.
OpenAI, which was created to do basic AI research, is reprogramming robots developed by Fetch Robotics, a company that supplies warehouse automation hardware. Researchers at OpenAI are equipping the robots with software that lets them train themselves through trial and error.
The effort reflects a bet that innovations in software and machine learning, rather than breakthroughs in hardware, are the way to give robotics remarkable new capabilities. Fetch makes a range of robots for warehouses, including systems that follow workers around a building, carrying items dropped into a basket. OpenAI is using a system that features a mobile base but also 3-D depth sensors, a 2-D laser scanner, and a robotic arm with seven degrees of freedom.
Through reinforcement learning, this robot developed by Fetch Robotics is figuring out how to help around the house.
In April, OpenAI recruited Pieter Abbeel, a professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and a leading expert on robot learning. Abbeel has shown how robots can use a machine-learning approach called deep reinforcement learning to acquire completely new skills that would be hard to program by hand, such as folding towels or retrieving items from a refrigerator. Google DeepMind, an AI subsidiary based in the U.K., uses this technique to get computers to play computer games at a superhuman level (see “Google’s AI Masters Space Invaders”).
Abbeel’s robots learn tasks from scratch, using a neural network that receives sensor input and controls physical movement. The network adjusts its parameters automatically as it inches closer to its goal. A robot might try thousands of grips, for instance, in the process of learning how to hold a certain object.
“If this goal can be achieved, then there will be economic and industrial benefits,” says Marc Deisenroth, an expert on reinforcement learning at Imperial College London. “Imagine a Roomba not only cleaning your floor but also doing the dishes, ironing the shirts, cleaning the windows, preparing breakfast.”
Deisenroth says using off-the-shelf robots could drive costs down. “Currently, the software seems to be the bottleneck,” he adds. “However, independent of this, better hardware could also lead to substantial improvements.” Soft manipulators and elastic feet similar to a monkey’s feet are concepts that researchers have started working on, he says.
Some manufacturers, including the Japanese company Fanuc, are testing reinforcement learning as a way to train industrial robots quickly in new tasks such as learning to grasp unfamiliar objects. When many robots work in parallel, the training time required is reduced accordingly (see “This Factory Robot Learns a New Job Overnight”). Robot researchers at Google are testing similar learning techniques.
“Moving away from having to program robots by hand by endowing robots to learn autonomously is a key element for the future of robotics,” says Jens Kober, an expert on robot learning at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. Kober says having robots share the information they have learned will be crucial.
While robots such as those made by Fetch are finding their way into many factories and warehouses, domestic robot helpers remain the stuff of science fiction. Performing seemingly simple tasks like washing dishes or folding laundry in a messy home setting is incredibly hard for a machine. A robot programmed the conventional way can easily be thrown off by an unfamiliar object or a slight variation in lighting.
OpenAI confirmed that it is working with the robots from Fetch, but it declined to comment further. Melonee Wise, the company’s founder, couldn’t be reached for comment (see “Innovators Under 35: Melonee Wise”).
OpenAI was created by Musk and a handful of well-known (and well-heeled) Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, including investor Peter Thiel, Y Combinator president Sam Altman, and the incubator’s cofounder Jessica Livingston. The nonprofit’s backers have committed $1 billion in funding to the project, and it is being led by Ilya Sutskever, a prominent AI researcher who left Google to join the project, and Greg Brockman, an early employee at the high-profile digital payment company Stripe.
While OpenAI has committed to making the technology it develops publicly available, it could certainly benefit companies backed by Musk and Thiel, as well as those emerging from Y Combinator.
Source:technology review
2016年7月25日星期一
ON develops new CCD pixel design technology
ON Semiconductor is introducing technology that improves the near-infrared sensitivity of CCD image sensors with an 8 MP image sensor – the KAI-08052.
It is the first device in ON’s CCD portfolio to leverage the technology which provides up to twice the sensitivity in near-infrared (NIR) wavelengths as the company’s standard Interline Transfer CCD pixel design.
This enhanced sensitivity can be critical in applications such as scientific and medical imaging, where samples emit or fluoresce in NIR wavelengths; or in machine vision and intelligent transportation systems (ITS), where NIR illumination is often used to better examine an object or to isolate a vehicle’s license plate.
The new CCD pixel design used in the KAI-08052 extends the electron capture region deeper in the silicon to better capture electrons generated by long wavelength photons. This deeper pixel well improves detection of NIR wavelengths by up to a factor of two depending on the specific wavelength studied.
And since the well structure also isolates the photodiodes from each other, this increase in NIR sensitivity comes without any reduction in image sharpness (modulation transfer function, or MTF).
“Camera manufacturers and end customers continue to confirm that products based on both CCD and CMOS technologies will be needed in these markets, making it important that we continue to develop and advance both of these technologies,” says ON’s Herb Erhardt, “the KAI-08052 provides a significant improvement in NIR sensitivity compared to our standard pixel design, and we look forward to utilizing this technology in additional products in the future.”
The KAI-08052 is available in a RoHS-compliant CPGA-67 package in Monochrome, Bayer Colour, and Sparse Colour configurations, and is fully pin compatible with the existing KAI-08051 image sensor as well as a full family of 5.5 µm and 7.4 µm CCD image sensors.
By David Manners exacted from http://www.electronicsweekly.com/
2016年7月23日星期六
How to DIY simple wind charger so that we can ride and charge mobile phone
As we know,smartphones cost more in electricity.And nowadays people become more and more reliant on the mobile phone. Besides, they will have the feeling of nothing left to live for. So it is normal
that people need to charge for their mobile phone from time to time. However, it
is not easy to charge everywhere especially when you don’t take portable mobile
power.Now a 16-year-old boy Thomas makes a simple wind charger assembling in the
bike. It only costs him 5 dollars. Now he can charge for his smartphone when riding. Let’s see, how does
he do that.
What
the necessary tools are: soldering iron, glue gun and wire tape.
What the necessary materials are: an old CPU fan, a ring
inductance coil, 2N2222 or 2N3904 or BC547 transistor, 5V boost module, five germanium
diodes (Bought form Kynix semiconductor), small circuit board, old mobile phone battery and the
bicycle fixator.
Then, it is the work by electrician and hand. First,
disassemble the fan and find the leading wire to connect together and use the
electronic gauge to check which wire lead is the highest and remove another
leading wire. After that, connect the germanium diode and the circuit board to
build the electricity bridge. At last, fix the lithium battery and circuit
under the fan and then install in the bicycle. Of course, the premise is to
connect the cellphone to check whether it can charge or not and then fix in the
bicycle.
The speed of the simple charger cannot be comparable with the
standard recharges. It only can be used in the urgent emergency and hope it can do help
to you guys.
2016年7月22日星期五
Arizona Capacitors’ high quality range of specialist audio capacitors is now available exclusively in the UK from Aspen Electronics
Manufactured in the US by Arizona Capacitors, now part of Electro Technik Industries, the C50309 range of paper and polyester dielectric, oil-filled capacitors is designed for use in audio equipment such as pre-amplifiers, amplifiers and loudspeaker crossover networks.
Using well proven, traditional high quality materials and techniques, these capacitors are designed for high performance and long life and feature the finest capacitor grade kraft paper and polyester available. Components in the range are rated for operation at 600V DC and standard capacitance tolerance is +/-10%. Insulation resistance is quoted at 6000 megohm-microfarads minimum, while the dissipation factor is less than 1% measured at 120Hz. The operating temperature covers the full military range from -55 to 125oC at full rated voltage. A typical capacitor in the range is the C50309-6224K offering a capacitance of 0.22µF +/-10%.
The hermetically-sealed tubular brass case diameter is 17mm, and overall length is 47.6mm. The 20awg leads are solder-coated oxygen free solid copper.
This is just one of a range of capacitor designs specifically aimed at the high end audio market. These capacitors are ideal for high end crossover circuits and filter applications in amplifiers, pre-amplifiers and power supplies, plus other specialist, high quality audio equipment.
Of interest to those audio experts looking for that vintage sound, Arizona Capacitors started life as West Cap of Arizona, a company that has been making capacitors in Tucson since 1952. It moved into its current larger, more modern,Tucson facility in March 2012, and has continued its tradition of making high grade capacitors.
From distributor
2016年7月21日星期四
The American robot with the appearance like the Transformer can become the tank
Recently Carnegie Mellon University has released a new type of robot with a similar appearance of Transformer. He can walk towards the wall and transform into a tank to walk in the bumpy surface.
See, CHIMP is an all-wheel-drive robot who can climb the ladder like a human being.
See, CHIMP is an all-wheel-drive robot who can climb the ladder like a human being.
After CHIMP transforms into tank, he will use his four belts to proceed in the surface.
CHIMP can climb the ladder, build large building and operate electric tools. Besides,he can control car steeling wheel.
2016年7月20日星期三
Creative minds — robots can stand and walk after tumbling
Boston Dynamics Company recently has released a new video, which shows the new generation robot Atlas designed by the company can stand up and cross the difficult terrain. In the video, the robot can walk freely in the snow and lift the objects with both hands. Even when falling down, he can stand up by himself.
According to Boston Dynamics Company, it is the newest version of Atlas robot. This kind of robot can be operated indoors and outdoors. The robot is driven by the electric power and move by hydraulic hitch package. The sensor is installed in the robot’s body and legs to help it keep balance. And optical radar and vision sensors are installed in robot’s head to help the robot escape the barriers, judge the appearance and navigate. This version Atlas is 1.75 meters tall and weighs about 82 kilograms.
2016年7月19日星期二
Put down the suitcase, and go anywhere you want
The above
suitcase is designed by Shanghai Robot team COWA Robot. The amazing point is
you don’t need to pull and it will follow you automatically.
It mainly benefits from Co-Move Technology designed by the team. It
is said that the suitcase can follow the owner and escape the barrier around
it. With the newest Co-EYE tiny depth sensor, the suitcase can sense the
environment around and then plans the route to chase its owner. What’s more, the
roller will adapt different pavements. So you can do the things you need to do at
hand.
Maybe you will consider what
if it is lost. Don’t worry, the electronic lock will need your fingerprint or
NFC in your mobile phone to open the suitcase. By GPRS, even if consignment you can find the
real-time location of your suitcase.
Besides, the suitcase is in the auto
following state, once the distance is over 1.5 meters your phone will send auto
reminder message to you and it will come back within 50 meters automatically.
2016年7月18日星期一
The overview of 232HESP
The Model 232HESP is designed to help
protect against lightning strikes, power surges, and other types of voltage
disturbances. Five RS-232 signals on terminal blocks are supported with a
clamping voltage of approximately 15 volts. The 232HESP offers three stages of
protection starting with a gas discharge tube followed by a series resistor and
finally a Transient Voltage Suppresser (TVS). In order for a surge protector to
work properly it is important to have a good connection to earth ground. The
232HESP offers two terminal posts and two metal mounting brackets that provide
a good ground connection for the user. The 232HESP has been tested to two
specifications at 6 kilovolts, IEC 1000-4-5: 1995 “Surge Immunity Test” and
IEEE C62.41-1991 “IEEE Recommended Practice on Surge Voltages in Low-Voltage AC
Power Circuits”. To ensure the best protection of your equipment some simple
connection guidelines should be followed.
The “RS” stands for “Recommended Standard.” That being the case, it was always rather loose. RS-232 is capable of operating at data rates up to 20 Kbps and can push data about 50 ft. The absolute maximum data rate is difficult to nail down due the differences in the transmission line and cable length. It is possible to operate at some pretty high data rates if the distance is short.
If you want to know more RS-232, you can come to Kynix.
2016年7月15日星期五
The simple introduction of Semiconductor CS8190
The CS8190 is specifically designed for use
with air−core meter movements. The IC provides all the functions necessary for
an analog tachometer or speedometer. The CS8190 takes a speed sensor input and
generates sine and cosine related output signals to differentially drive an
air−core meter. Many enhancements have been added over industry standard
tachometer drivers such as the CS289 or LM1819. The output utilizes
differential drivers which eliminates the need for a zener reference and offers
more torque. The device withstands 60 V transients which decreases the
protection circuitry required. The device is also more precise than existing
devices allowing for fewer trims and for use in a speedometer.
Features
• Direct Sensor Input
• High Output Torque
• Low Pointer Flutter
• High Input Impedance
• Overvoltage Protection
• Return to Zero
• Internally Fused Leads in PDIP−16 and
SO−20W Packages
• Pb−Free Packages are Available*
If you need, please come to Kynix Electronics. We have multiple goods in stock to serve for you.
2016年7月14日星期四
Tell you more info about CXA20 series
The
CXA20 is a new 20 W addition to the CXA family of open-frame, isolated, dc-dc
converters. The five model series features a 4:1 input voltage range of 18 Vdc
to 75 Vdc, making it suitable for a wide variety of communications and
distributed power applications. With its 2.0 x 1.6 inch industry standard
footprint, the CXA20 provides an easy upgrade option for new and existing
Artesyn customers seeking a high-performance, cost-effective power supply. The
CXA20 is available in output voltages of 3.3 V, 5 V, 12 V, ±5 V and ±12 V. The
3.3 V version delivering up to 6 A is fully rated to 20 W. Typical efficiency
for the CXA20 is 83%. The CXA20 offers remote ON/OFF as well as over voltage,
over temperature and short circuit protection features.
Notes
1
Negative output voltage deviation when either load is changed.
2 For
TVS/Zener specifications please see Application Note 107.
3 On
dual output models, OVP protection is on positive outputs only.
4 With
respect to minimum input voltage.
5 With
one external 4 µF capacitor across the input.
6 Unit
provides basic insulation up to the 75 Vdc maximum input voltage.
7
Maximum continuous output power not to exceed 20 Watts.
8 User
must provide 2 A HRC (recommended) in line fuse in order to comply with safety
approvals.
9
Download Application Note 107 and the full data sheet from our website.
10 The‘J’ suffix indicates that these parts are Pb-free (RoHS 6/6) compliant. TSE
RoHS 5/6 (non Pb-free) compliant versions may be available on special request,
please contact your local sales representative for details.
11
NOTICE: Some models do not support all options. Please contact your local
Artesyn representative or use the on-line model number search tool at
http://www.artesyn.com/powergroup/products.htm to find a suitable alternative.
I found the related information only for reference.The information is mainly from Kynix Electronics, a company specializing in electronic component distribution business with thousands of electronic components.
2016年7月13日星期三
Low-power cost-effective PIC32 MCUs
Microchip® Technology Inc. introduced its lowest power and most cost-effective family of 32-bit PIC32 microcontrollers (MCUs). The Microchip PIC32MM family bridges the gap between the company’s popular PIC24F XLP and PIC32MX families. The new family is the first PIC32 to feature core independent peripherals, designed to offload the CPU for lower power and lower system design. The PIC32MM devices are supported by the Microchip MPLAB® Code Configurator (MCC) to help simplify and accelerate designs.
Today’s embedded applications targeting the Internet of Things (IoT), consumer, industrial control, and motor control require flexible MCUs that consume less power, are more cost effective and have smaller form factors. For applications demanding low power and longer battery life, the PIC32MM has sleep modes down to 500 nA. Applications with space constraints will benefit from the small 4 × 4 mm package options. The PIC32MM devices include core independent peripherals such as Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) and Multiple-output Capture Compare PWMs (MCCPs) which help enable sensorless BLDC motor control applications.
“With volume pricing starting at $0.60, sleep modes down to 500 nA, and compact 4 × 4 mm packages, the PIC32MM family offers a compelling solution for applications with budget, power and size constraints,” said Joe Thomsen, vice president of Microchip’s MCU16 business unit. “Supported by the popular MPLAB Code Configurator tool, these PIC32MM devices are easy to set up, accelerating design schedules for rapidly changing markets.”
If you want to know more about PIC32MM , you can come to our website "http://www.kynix.com/Search/PIC32.html"
Today’s embedded applications targeting the Internet of Things (IoT), consumer, industrial control, and motor control require flexible MCUs that consume less power, are more cost effective and have smaller form factors. For applications demanding low power and longer battery life, the PIC32MM has sleep modes down to 500 nA. Applications with space constraints will benefit from the small 4 × 4 mm package options. The PIC32MM devices include core independent peripherals such as Configurable Logic Cells (CLC) and Multiple-output Capture Compare PWMs (MCCPs) which help enable sensorless BLDC motor control applications.
“With volume pricing starting at $0.60, sleep modes down to 500 nA, and compact 4 × 4 mm packages, the PIC32MM family offers a compelling solution for applications with budget, power and size constraints,” said Joe Thomsen, vice president of Microchip’s MCU16 business unit. “Supported by the popular MPLAB Code Configurator tool, these PIC32MM devices are easy to set up, accelerating design schedules for rapidly changing markets.”
If you want to know more about PIC32MM , you can come to our website "http://www.kynix.com/Search/PIC32.html"
2016年7月12日星期二
LM5080 -- Modular Current Sharing Controller
The LM5080 is a simple and cost effective
load share controller that provides all functions required to balance the
currents delivered from multiple power converters operated in parallel. The
LM5080 implements an average program (AP) method of active load share control
which adjusts the output voltage of individual power stages either up or down
to deliver nearly equal currents to a common load. The average program method
improves stability and reduces the output voltage tolerance when compared to
other common load sharing methods. The LM5080 supports two common applications
for load sharing methods. The LM5080 supports two common applications for load
share controllers: external control in which the load share circuit balances
currents between separate power modules (bricks), and internal control where
the load share circuit is integrated into the voltage regulation loop of each
power converter module or circuit.
Features
1.
Average program current share
method
2.
Single-wire star link current
share bus
3.
No precision external resistors
necessary 3V to 15V bias voltage range
4.
Adaptable for high or low side
current sensing
5.
Flexible architecture sense
adjustment
6.
Positive remote sense
adjustment
7.
Trim or reference adjustment
Our company produces this product,if you want to know more, come to our website. www.kynix.com
2016年7月11日星期一
Kynix --- A rising star in electronic components
With
the development of modern society, everything has created its own developing process
and rules. There is no exception for the electronic components. It has
undergone typical electronic components, mini electronic components, ordinary
electronic components and smart mini electronic components. The electronic
industry is going to the gorgeous future.
There are many types of micro electronic components including integrated circuits, mixed integrated circuits, chip and flat electronic or
electronic mechanical component and so on.
Passive
Components Manufacturers play a key role in the development of the electronics
industry and more globally in the development of the e-society in Europe and
the rest of the world. Every new function, every new semiconductor, generates
new requirements in volume and performance for passive components. Supported by
several large companies and a great number of SMEs (small and medium sized
enterprises), the passive component industry has accumulated a considerable
competence and know-how over the years. For example it has been capable of
producing the sophisticated parts required for the European world-leading
mobile phone and automotive industries. Electronic systems and equipment, as
well as electronic components, are undergoing crucial changes. Increasing
performance and miniaturization are becoming standard requirements, as are
decreasing prices. European industry has been able to face up to these
challenges successfully.
With millions of electronic parts
available from around the world, finding the right part, in stock, and for the
right price can be difficult. Luckily there are several worldwide electronic
parts distributors that provide services for hobbyists to OEMs. Many of the
global electronics distributors also provide a number of tools to manage
projects as well as design services to help build that next product. One of the
companies Kynix is building to become a better server for us.
Kynix from HongKong Limited company was founded
in 2008, specializing in electronic components distribution business.
With the accurate quotation, excellent credit, reasonable price, reliable
quality, fast delivery, authentic service, they have won the praise of majority
of customers.
Kynix's customer groups include: aerospace service providers; medical devices manufacturers; research institutions, telecommunications equipment manufacturers; automotive electronics manufacturers; nuclear power, industrial equipment manufacturers; in addition to serving for many large, medium and small electronic components agents and distributors. Kynix has gradually built up a number of channels of supply and cooperation relationships, providing customers with excellent products, chain management services and full technical support to meet our customers' product development and production.
Kynix's customer groups include: aerospace service providers; medical devices manufacturers; research institutions, telecommunications equipment manufacturers; automotive electronics manufacturers; nuclear power, industrial equipment manufacturers; in addition to serving for many large, medium and small electronic components agents and distributors. Kynix has gradually built up a number of channels of supply and cooperation relationships, providing customers with excellent products, chain management services and full technical support to meet our customers' product development and production.
Although Kynix is not so famous like Mouser Electronics, Digikey
Electronics, we are trying to be better and you will be the honorable customers
for us. Kynix will promise we won’t let you down.
2016年7月9日星期六
How to recognize the structure of the electronic conponents
All electronic equipment is made up of many component
parts and all of them work together, modifying and managing current and voltage in all kinds of different ways. Most components are independent,
off-the-shelf parts; they have distinctly identifiable shapes, sizes and
colors. After these simple introductions you can learn to identify what the
different parts are and I will enclosed some pictures for better understanding the structure.
Capacitors
Connectors
To know more, you can see the video from youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VN8BA3eElJo
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Here is the contact number
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Circuit Board
The circuit board itself is a thin plastic
rectangle, usually mounted inside the equipment case. Small boards are
matchbook-sized; large ones can measure 20 inches or more on a side. A typical
board has components on one side and conductive copper foil paths on the other
that serve as the circuit’s wiring. Boards are usually tan or blue, but also
come in other colors.
Schematic Diagram
· A schematic diagram for an electronic
circuit can be a helpful guide to identifying components. In the schematic,
straight solid lines indicate wiring and connections between various parts.
Short zigzag lines are resistors. Capacitors
are represented by short parallel lines that may be straight or curved.
Transistors and diodes have arrows indicating the direction of current flow.
Complex components such as integrated circuits are represented by a block
diagram. Each symbol is typically labeled with a letter and a number according
to a standard scheme.
Integrated Circuits
· Integrated circuits are miniature
electronic components that may contain up to billions of microscopic
transistors, resistors and other parts. Although they come in many different
package styles, they generally are dark rectangular slabs of plastic or ceramic
that connect to the board via several metal pins; they have a passing resemblance
to small pieces of dark chocolate. ICs usually have part numbers written on
them to help you identify them.
Resistors
· Resistors are simple electronic
components that limit the amount of current passing through a circuit. On a
board, resistors are small horizontal cylinders bearing four or five colored
stripes; the stripes are a code that reveals the part’s resistance in ohms. For
example, the color code red-red-orange-gold is a 22,000-ohm resistor accurate
to 5 percent. A board may have dozens of resistors.
Capacitors
·
Resistor is electronic device between
the two terminals. When the electric current passes by, the voltage and
the electronic is the direct proportion. Capacitors serve as storage
containers for electric charge, and are rated by capacitance in farads and
breakdown voltage in volts. Although vintage capacitors have color codes,
modern examples typically have the farad and breakdown voltage ratings printed
on the part. Capacitors may be vertical or horizontal cylinders, disk-shaped or
resemble glossy gumdrops.
Connectors
· A circuit board may have one or more
connectors attached to it; a cable snaps onto the connector and carries
electrical signals from it to other parts of the electronic equipment.
Connectors are usually plastic and have one or more metal pins or fittings that
mate with the cable.
To know more, you can see the video from youtube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VN8BA3eElJo
If you have the requirement for the electronic components, please come to http://www.kynix.com.
Here is the contact number
+86-755-8860-5655
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