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Researchers from a Scottish university are investigating whether the Q-band of the microwave part of the electromagnetic spectrum could be used for satellite communication systems. Unfortunately, these higher frequency waves are susceptible to breaking up during inclement weather.

ETSI has launched a new Mobile and Broadcast Convergence Industry Specification Group. The group will explore how to support new ways of delivering media to consumers, taking into account the potential benefits and challenges from commercial and technical perspectives.

Mohu is recalling 1,700 boomboxes because they can overheat, posing burn and fire hazards....

Chrysler is recalling 16,549 model year 2013-2016 Fiat 500e vehicles to repair the cars’ electrical system. The power inverter module (PIM) may experience voltage spikes which can cause the propulsion system to shut down and loss of motive power, which can increase the risk of a crash.

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles because of problems with the electronic stability control systems. The memory chip in the electronic brake control module may fail and cause the loss of electronically controlled brake systems including anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control.

Southwire is recalling 1.2 million non-contact voltage detectors because the detectors can give a...

Traxxas is recalling its X-Maxx Monster Trucks and VXL-6 electronic speed controls because vehicle modification or electronic failure can result in a short circuit, posing a fire hazard. The company has received 40 reports of fire, including one injury to a finger.

The Pentagon’s Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting design proposals for a reusable robotic space plane that will be capable of launching 3,000-pound payloads into orbit. The Experimental Spaceplane (XS-1) project aims to be an inexpensive way to quickly get satellites into orbit.

Medtronic Respiratory & Monitoring Solutions is recalling certain battery packs due to a manufacturing...

Sensors can now become invisible in both thermal and electric environments. Engineers at the...