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Electronics For You
September 2025 Issue
Vol. 57 No. 9
Technology
TRENDS: Where Are We Heading With AI, AGI, And ASI
The path from AI to AGI and ASI is more than technological; it is profoundly human. The real issue is not if machines surpass us, but whether we prove wise enough to steer them responsibly.
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Technology
INNOVATION: AI-Powered Technologies Transform Autism Care And Therapy
Technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), robotics, and wearables are beginning to play a significant role in enhancing support and care for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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SIMPLIFIED: Polyfunctional Robots: One Robot For All Your Needs
Polyfunctional robots have been pinned as one of the major technological trends for 2025 by almost every market research firm. Yet, not many know what a polyfunctional robot is—and what it can do. So, we thought we would just get down to the brass tacks... |
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Strategy
PURCHASE: Buyers’ Guide: Leading Suppliers Of Microscopes For QC Of Electronics
Who are India’s Leading Suppliers of Microscopes for Quality Control of Electronics? Here is the list…
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POLICY: Can India Shift From Assembly Lines To Ownership Of The Designs And Products?
Make-in-India is NOT assembled in India. Can the country shift from assembly lines to ownership of designs and products? Despite strong talent and policy support, India’s electronics sector is booming in scale but lacking in innovation. As the world realigns its supply chains, can we finally emerge as the global nerve centre of complex modern multinational supply chains, along with developing its edge in design and IP? | | |
Strategy
Interview: “Why Has Cyient Semiconductors Been Spun Off?” — Suman Narayan, CEO, Cyient Semiconductors
Why spin off a dedicated subsidiary, and how does it plan to stand out in a competitive global market? Suman Narayan of Cyient Semiconductors unveils the company’s strategic vision during an insightful conversation with EFY’s Nitisha...
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POLICY: Magnet-Free EV Tech Was Inevitable, But Now It Seems Urgent
Amid global concerns over rare-earth supply chains and copper price volatility, the UK’s AEM and Sterling Tools recently held a virtual session unveiling magnet and copper-free motors—proven in Europe and now being localised for India. | | |
Design
IoT: Very Simple Control Protocol: Ideal For The Internet Of Things
Very Simple Control Protocol, or VSCP, is a free and open protocol suitable for automation tasks. Its simplicity, reliability, and scalability make it excellent for building powerful and efficient IoT environments.
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IoT: Role Of Secure Boot In Securing IoT Devices
Security of IoT devices is critical as they are ubiquitous in home and industrial environments today. Secure boot is a security feature designed to ensure that only trusted software runs during a device’s startup process. | | |
Design
CIRCUITs
Interesting Reference Designs Of Transmitters
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PROJECT: A Customised Li-Fi Link For Seamless Communication
Light fidelity (Li-Fi) is a widely adopted form of wireless communication that uses optical energy to verify device functionality. A key challenge lies in establishing communication between two heterogeneous devices over extended distances, especially under full daylight conditions. | | |
Do-It-Yourself
PROJECT: AirPod: Standalone FM Earbud
Now, the design journey continues with a fully standalone FM earbud that no longer relies on an external MCU for channel selection or other functions. In this version, both the MCU and user interface are built entirely into the earbud itself.
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PROJECT: Object Recognition And Distance Measurement Using Raspberry Pi 5 And Hailo-8L AI
Imagine a vehicle cruising at 54 kilometres per hour, roughly the speed of an object moving 0.5 metres per frame at 30 frames per second. Mounted on the vehicle’s roof is a compact, high-performance vision system built around a Raspberry Pi 5 board and a Hailo-8L AI accelerator. This real-time setup detects objects ahead and estimates their distances from the vehicle. | | |
Do-It-Yourself
PROJECT: Smart Trolley Robot ‘TROLL.E 1.0’
Robots’ applications span across diverse domains—industry, homes, hospitality, events, agriculture, and even space exploration. Within this broad landscape, the Smart Trolley Robot, TROLL.E 1.0, is being introduced here. Lightweight, structurally simple, and engineered for precise control, the robot offers both efficiency and ease of use.
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PROJECT: Miniature AC-DC Module With Selectable Voltage
The increasing use of IoT devices and smart appliances has driven demand for compact and efficient power solutions. Traditional AC-DC converters tend to be bulky, fixed-voltage, and often inefficient. This module offers a compact AC-DC solution with over 75% efficiency and selectable output, ideal for IoT systems and small appliances. | | |
Do-It-Yourself
CIRCUIT IDEA: 433MHz Wireless Relay Switch
This cost-effective 433MHz wireless relay switch circuit allows remote relay control using an RF transmitter and receiver module. It is ideal for scenarios where wired connections are impractical or undesirable, such as remote lighting, wireless home automation, garage door control, or DIY IoT devices.
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Startups & Innovators
• Traditional CCTV Cameras Turning Into Intelligent Eyes!
• “Our Satellites Deliver Insights In Minutes, Not Days”
• Driving MedTech Innovation With Electronics, AI, And Cloud | | |
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Dashboard
Key Industry Trends That Can Shape The Future Of Your Business
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Truly Innovative Electronics
Amongst numerous press releases of new products received by us, these are the ones we found worthy of the title Truly Innovative Electronics. | | |
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New Products
• Components
• Embedded
• Manufacturing Equipment & Materials
• Test & Measurement
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Research & Innovation Updates
• Tiny dual-mode MEMS vacuum sensor
• Public USB charging ports can now hack phones
• Low-power, reliable transmitter chip
• Origami-inspired robotic sheet
• Wi-Fi that knows who you are | | |
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Industry News: Industry Updates
• Tariff turbulence tests India’s $10.5 billion electronics export engine
• Centre plans Rs 50 billion for rare earth independence
• UK drops duties on Indian electronics in FTA
• ISRO‑NASA $1.5 billion NISAR Satellite takes off from Sriharikota
• Texas Instruments posts 16% YoY revenue growth in Q2 2025
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Electroons 2.0
Some Stunning Cartoons! | | |
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