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The Rise and Rise of Artificial Intelligence in Military Applications. TVS Diodes Offer Protection and High Performance to Mission Critical Hardware   Disrupt or be disrupted. It seems everywhere you turn, some industry or company has applied Artificial Intelligence technology to improve one aspect or another of their operations. In our data-rich and hyper-connected world, the fact should not surprise. And yet, much of that data remains untapped. AI can play a role in extracting insights and coming to the right conclusion, whenever a decision is to be made.   In the military where the stakes are high, the application of AI is also rapidly growing with implications on national security. Advanced nations around the world are working intensely to develop innovative AI applications for various functions that will give

Drones Vs. Fighter Jets – The Important Role Power TVS Diodes Play   The debate rages on regarding which direction the US military should take, between more advanced fighters and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), to stay ahead of air warfare and defend her skies. There are many factors involved as well as different stakeholder interests.   As a manufacturer of transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diodes used to protect electrical systems from power surges in both manned and unmanned aircraft, MDE Semiconductor, Inc. is interested in whatever shifts are happening in the industry. Our MAX40 (40000 watt) and 30KP (30000 watt) series of power TVS diodes offer protection against transient overvoltages with fast response times – less than 1.0 ps.   Here is what we have discovered after analyzing the various

Military Tanks That Run on Electricity? High Power TVS Diodes Can Help with That!   In a few years, the US Army could be rolling out battle tanks that run on electricity to a significant extent, if not fully. If it can be demonstrated that no loss in operational effectiveness will be experienced, the electric tank presents numerous benefits.   First, it would decrease the demand for gasoline on the battlefield. Every year, the US armed forces consume more barrels of oil per year than most countries. In 2017 alone, the army purchased $947 million worth of oil [1]. Reducing its dependence on oil will make the military less susceptible to price hikes. It will also reduce the logistical difficulty and risk to lives associated with delivering tankers of fuel.

How Cutting-Edge TVS Design Helps Drive the Ever-Growing Applications of Commercial Drones   Drones are revolutionizing the way we gather data and therefore the way we do business today. The reason? Their reach and operating costs are many times cheaper compared to conventional methods relying on manual labor or manned aircraft. In addition, drones make it possible to perform tasks that were once too dangerous to perform because they can now be operated remotely, avoiding risk to the operator.   The FAA projects that the number of these devices could reach 1.4 million by 2023 in the US alone. As drones continue to gain popularity, more ingenious ways of applying then are created with significant implications for business processes. Therefore, ensuring that these devices perform as expected is a priority.

When Lightning Strikes, Surge Protection Devices Ensure Cell Towers Stay Online   The digitization of every aspect of our lives puts a spotlight on the infrastructure that makes it all possible. Business, social and personal activities are impacted by our connectivity and the ease with which we share data, especially on mobile. Even though new technology is coming up to address limited coverage, faster speeds and the need for more capacity such as device-device (D2D) technology, cell towers remain the foundation for wireless service, and are not close to becoming obsolete. Cell tower infrastructure runs to millions of dollars and is required to deliver functionality with high performance for providers to get returns on their investment. Factor in customer expectations for reliable and superior connectivity at low prices, combined with

RFID Technology Is Revolutionizing Businesses: A Look at How TVS Semiconductor Devices Protect RFID Circuits   Tracking merchandise to prevent losses is a popular use for RFID technology. By fitting goods, vehicles, even pets with RFID tags, their whereabouts are easier to pinpoint. Other applications include access control, toll roads, event attendee tracking, bus/railway ticketing, medical patient monitoring, airport baggage sorting and routing, IT asset and inventory management, food chain tracking, and future Internet of Things (IoT) applications. As small as RFID components can be (the smallest RFID chip currently is 0.05 mm × 0.05 mm), they require a complex combination of advanced electronics to function effectively. MDE Semiconductor, Inc. provides a range of transient voltage suppressors to help protect RFID circuits from transient overvoltages for any myriad of applications.