Sam Holland

About:

Sam Holland received a bachelor's degree in English literature from the University of Portsmouth in 2012, and he's currently working towards a copywriting distinction from The College of Media & Publishing. Sam has considerable experience in the electrical engineering publishing field, having worked with Industrial Media Limited as an assistant editor. He's fascinated by all things artificial intelligence and hopes to write more about emerging trends in neuromorphic computing. Sam currently resides in the UK.

Articles

What The Gatwick Drones Say About The Future of Airport Security

From the 19th to the 21st of December 2018, hundreds of flights were cancelled due to malicious drone activity disrupting the airspace of Britain’s second busiest airport, London Gatwick—just in time for Christmas! Here are the lessons learned, and the lessons that at least should be learned, for present and future airport security.

one Day ago
Opinion

GBatteries: The Future of Lithium-Ion?

As we’re all aware, the tech world is gradually drifting from over-reliance on fossil fuels and tilting further towards environmentally-friendly and sustainable sources of energy–renewables.

4 days ago
Opinion

How Closely Can Computing Compare to a Human Brain?

As computing grows more sophisticated, the question arises as to how much it can be likened to human intelligence as we currently understand it.

one week ago
Opinion

Three Key Industries Being Redefined by VR

Virtual reality is making its mark worldwide across all industries and verticals, with entertainment now proving to be just the icing on the cake. Here are three key areas where VR is coming into its own.

2 weeks ago
Research

Why We’re Stuck with Lithium-ion Batteries (Maybe Forever)

Lithium-ion batteries not only mark the present–they may well be the future, too. Consumer demand, especially in the EV industry, is both pressuring and incentivizing manufacturers such as Tesla to keep the power supplies alive and kicking for the foreseeable future.

2 weeks ago
Opinion

Why Everyone Loves App Notes and Hates Reading Them

Application notes are of course a major part of electrical engineering. These documents introduce technical products (such as ICs) with crucial information for customers–both engineers and general enthusiasts alike–but why are many readers dubious of them?

2 weeks ago
Opinion

Why Are We Designing IoT Devices Without a Solid Plan to Secure Them?

As the IoT continues to grow worldwide, we must ask ourselves: with such widespread connectivity showing no signs of stopping, what are the reasons behind the lack of security measures from the very design phase?

3 weeks ago
Opinion

This Implantable Tech Subculture Will Horrify You

There’s no denying that implantable tech is on the rise, and while this is already provoking ethical questions about data security, there are those who are making the privacy issues all the more concerning.

3 weeks ago
Opinion

Why Your Job Shouldn’t Have Access to Your Biometrics

The biometrics industry continues to boom indefinitely, and it already has a major place in the occupational sphere. But the risks of using such tech in, or designing it for, the workplace—and of course other areas—cannot be ignored.

3 weeks ago
Opinion

Do You Know the Ethics Behind What You’re Designing? You Should.

As the demands on end-user well-being become increasingly stringent, it is now more important than ever for design engineers to be vigilant and consider the moral implications of product design.

4 weeks ago
Opinion

5 Unrealistic Energy Sources That Will Never Happen

With breakthrough renewable technology becoming more and more prevalent, it is easy to forget the other side of the coin. This article will discuss the top 5 energy sources that could just never happen in the near future.

one Month ago
Opinion

Is the Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ Another Cash Grab? Surprisingly, No.

The Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ was released a little over a month ago, and many people are wondering whether it stands up to the hype. Is it just a repackaging of other Raspberry Pi models, or does it have something new to offer?

one Month ago
Opinion

Datasheets Are Terrible: Here’s How They Could Actually Be Useful

Whether you’re looking to purchase a 555-timer, switchgear, or a range of resistors for a personal project or on behalf of your company, chances are that you’ll need an official document from the manufacturer’s website presenting some information about the product. In this article, we are going to take a look at the typical electronic datasheet and suggest some aspects of this document that could be improved to become more helpful to users.

one Month ago
Opinion

I’ve Just Completed My EE Degree at the University. What’s Next?

If you're nearing the end of your electrical engineering education and wondering where exactly you should go from here, you have a lot of research ahead of you. But don't fret; the search will be worth it in the long run.

one Month ago
Opinion

3 EE Courses That Are a Waste of Your Time

Studying for your electrical engineering degree is tough, ruthless, and overwhelming. These three courses are still being taught by universities around the world and aren't worth your time (or your sanity).

one Month ago
Opinion

3 Common Career Mistakes Most Electrical Engineers Make After Graduation

With graduation season only a few months away, it's time to start the job hunt. If you want to start your career off on the right foot, here are a few common mistakes to avoid after graduating from university.

2 months ago
Opinion

Designers Need to Focus More on Firmware

Firmware is becoming increasingly important in the landscape of electronics we see today. From IoT devices to other embedded systems, it is vital that electrical engineers become comfortable with — if not proficient in — firmware design.

2 months ago
Opinion

Electronics Point Survey: Design Constraints for Electrical Engineers

Challenges that many EEs face on any project is the determined design constraints. How did our survey of nearly 500 EEs determine the most common design constraints? And which of these caused the most trouble?

2 months ago
Research

From Startups to Tesla: Engineer and Entrepreneur Tom Jensen Talks Leadership

After heading up three separate startups, Tom Jensen witnessed Tesla's Model S launch after taking on a senior management role in the company's test infrastructure team. Through it all, he learned that the best startups and teams benefit from a great leader.

2 months ago
Interviews

Engineers and Mobile Companies Need to Recognize Cell Phone Signal Saturation

As the world population increases and the number of cell phone owners grows, how will engineers and mobile companies work together to establish a strong signal despite the traffic?

2 months ago
Opinion

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