US Patent Systems May Discourage Innovation

August 03, 2009 - Bill Tomlinson, associate informatics professor, used a computer game to test how US patent law affects innovation; he found it may be stifling progress.

A new study challenges the traditional view that patents foster innova

The world's first voice digital TV system (Ocean Blue)

Ocean Blue Software announced that it has partnered with leading digital technology companies and the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) to successfully develop the world's first "talking" technology, enabling the world to Millions of people get a better TV view

Explore the use of wireless microphones

Volkswagen's One-Litre Car Shines with OSRAM LED Systems


OSRAM 's LED technology contributes to the energy efficiency of Volkswagen's L1 concept car presented at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA). The vehicle, which according to Volkswagen can go into production in 2013, has headlight

Design of battery management system based on DSP and OZ890

Design of battery management system based on DSP and OZ890

Abstract: Based on the design requirements and functions, this paper designs a battery management system for hybrid vehicles. Among them, the hardware system includes: power module, OZ890-based single

Why 2008 was the Year of LED Standards

In the first of a series of articles, Kevin Dowling explains the importance of standards for LED lighting and looks at the significant progress that has been made so far.