By Gina Roos, editor-in-chief
As we head into the new year, Electronic Products looks at some of the most popular stories of 2018. Not surprisingly, some of the most-read stories focused on technology breakthroughs as designers tried to stay on top of the latest and greatest advances, ranging from 3D printing and blockchain to artificial intelligence (AI) and the internet of things (IoT).
Over the past year, one of the biggest trends — and one that will continue into 2019 — is the drive toward more practical applications of AI. We saw a tremendous amount of work in the area of processors for AI applications , including embedded products and new sensors for automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics products.
As we look ahead, Electronic Products also expects the technology needle for virtual reality/augmented reality (VR/AR) to move significantly as more uses emerge beyond gaming applications. Tie this together with advances in IoT, and designers have a tough job staying ahead of new products and technologies for their next-generation designs.
In 2019, we expect 5G, AI, autonomous vehicles, VR, and IoT to have a significant impact on electronics design. A huge enabler of these technologies will be new electronic components, ranging from passive components and interconnects to processors and power devices, that are designed specifically for these new applications.
Here are 10 of the most popular articles in 2018 that helped engineers, designers, and makers stay ahead of the technology curve, along with a few articles that piqued the curiosity of technology enthusiasts.
5 breakthroughs in technology you should know about in 2018
Battery that charges in one minute could beat Tesla in the race for tomorrow’s car
3D printer yields electric motor
6 tips to keep your batteries in top-notch shape
10 sites of electrical history to visit on your next road trip
Lithium-sulfur boasts big advantage over Li-ion batteries
NASA lost a satellite 12 years ago; some random guy just discovered its signal
4 ways Amazon Echo and Alexa pose serious threats to your privacy
New material may increase battery life by more than a hundredfold
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