element14.com, an Avnet community, has released a new eBook for its members providing an insightful overview of IoT Security trends, relevant algorithms and cryptography for security use, along with a rundown of the latest in communication, edge device, gateway server, and cloud level security.

The Internet of Things (IoT) allows millions of servers, devices, and people across the world to communicate, share information, and achieve both simple and intricate goals through multiple applications. As IoT has improved over time, many service fields have benefited. However recent research shows that 90% of consumers are worried about IoT vulnerabilities concerning their data. This eBook provides an overview of both the threats and security options for IoT now and in the future, including:

• Current IoT architecture and models, ranging from the most basic three-layer model to the more advanced five-layer model.
• The most common forms of security breaches in IoT.
• Algorithms used in standard IoT security implementation, including RSA, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Secure Hash Algorithm (SHA), and Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC).
• Error correction and cryptography methods used to protect encrypted data.
• Security threats on edge devices, including risks around firmware interference and IC key capture, and products that can help enhance IoT security for these nodes.
• Three of the top protocols in gateway-server communication security: Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) and its more secure version HTTPS, Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT), and Constrained Application Protocol (COAP).
• Communication of security threats within wireless technologies and the multiple security options available to protect against third-party threats.
• Cloud level security including Secure Shell (SSH) systems, which encrypt all server traffic and prevent Man in the Middle attacks on cloud data.

The eBook also offers an inside look at the trends of IoT Security in 2021, including the new strategic adaptions and changes that organizations have made due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and how they will continue to affect the future of IoT Security moving forward, including:

• Security measures of privacy-aware machine learning (ML)
• Shifts to Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
• Privacy accommodations within the Distributed Cloud
• Benefits of location-independent functions
• The evolving culture of zero trust cybersecurity
• Public key infrastructure’s (PKI) changing role in the cybersecurity industry
• Increased endpoint management solutions
• Development around Responsible Al

Newark, an Avnet Company and global distributor of electronic components, also recently hosted a webinar on the latest IoT trends based on information from its third annual global IoT survey. More than 2,000 respondents provided first-hand insights into the world of IoT, including the most popular technologies and applications for IoT design, the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into IoT designs, the future of the IoT industry, and much more.

One of the major survey findings was that despite industrial automation and control being deemed a key market for IoT, Industry 4.0 adoption remains slow, primarily due to concerns over security. In fact, the survey revealed that security continues to be the most important aspect for developers to consider when building their designs, and it is also their primary concern.

To watch the pre-recorded webinar, please visit here. And to read the full IoT Security Trends eBook and see all of the insights, please visit element14.com.

element14.com, an Avnet community, is offering its members a new eBook that provides an overview of the upcoming market trends in Wi-Fi, insights into how its standards are advancing, and an overview of new features and future applications that could further expand Wi-Fi’s importance and reach.

Wi-Fi has been a wildly successful technology since its introduction two decades ago, connecting billions of devices all over the world. The growing reach of Wi-Fi is benchmarked by several advancements, highlighted throughout the eBook. Looking ahead to the future, the upcoming changes in Wi-Fi will try to meet the needs of increased traffic, import new proficiencies, enhance security, and keep up with recent application trends in the market. All of this is explored in the new eBook, including:

• An overview of Wi-Fi’s growth and expansion, including insights into the growing demands on Wi-Fi networks and how Wi-Fi will need to evolve.
• Forecasts for the future of Wi-Fi 6 device technology, which is expected to become widely used in 2021 thanks in part to its lower latency and enhancements to battery life.
• Information on Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA3), which is now mandatory for all new Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ products to help ensure that Wi-Fi devices continue to keep pace with the evolving security landscape.
• An exploration of Wi-Fi 6E, which solves Wi-Fi spectrum shortage issues by providing additional and contiguous channel bandwidth, supporting an ever-growing population of devices at unprecedented speeds.
• A look into how the proximity-based discovery feature of Wi-Fi Aware enables applications to discover each other within a certain range without network infrastructure, allowing devices to interact and enhance the user experience without the need for an access point or human oversight.
• A look at the future of Wi-Fi hotspots, which are expected to continue to thrive thanks in part to Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Passpoint, which will streamline access to hotspots in public places by excluding the users’ need to locate and authenticate a network each time they connect.
• An overview of some of the application areas that will benefit from the advances in Wi-Fi technology, including the Internet of Things (IoT), the expansion of smart homes, networking technology in enterprise environments, automotive OEMs and Wi-Fi’s role in the future of mission-critical applications.
• An overview of the continued role Wi-Fi will play as a key to digital resilience, including delivering essential connectivity at the individual consumer level, allowing users to accomplish daily activities and carry out tasks that previously required physical contact.

Newark, an Avnet company, stocks a broad range of Wi-Fi enabled products that capitalize on the latest Wi-Fi technologies, including:

• Raspberry Pi 4 Computer, Model B 8GB RAM: This latest addition to the popular Raspberry Pi range of computers offers a significant increase in processor speed, rich multimedia performance, memory, and improved connectivity compared to its predecessor Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+. It boasts a 64-Bit quad-core processor running at 1.5GHz, up to 8GB of RAM, dual-band 2.4/5.0 GHz wireless LAN, Bluetooth 5.0/BLE, USB 3.0, and more.
• Arduino Portenta H7: The onboard wireless module allows makers to simultaneously manage WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity. The WiFi interface can be operated as an Access Point, as a Station or as a dual mode simultaneous AP/STA and can handle up to 65 Mbps transfer rate.
• Avnet Ultra96 V2: The Ultra96-V2 is an Arm-based, Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+™ MPSoC development board based on the Linaro 96Boards Consumer Edition (CE) specification. Engineers have options of connecting to Ultra96-V2 through a Webserver using integrated wireless access point capability or to use the provided PetaLinux desktop environment which can be viewed on the integrated Mini DisplayPort video output.

To read the full eBook and see all of the insights, please visit element14.com.

Farnell, an Avnet Company and global distributor of electronic components, products and solutions, has today launched a new ebook “The Industry 4.0 Interviews 2020”. The ebook features the views of global experts from Festo, Omega, Molex, Panasonic and Schneider Electric on the development of the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and related technologies. The ebook provides insights for panel builders, systems integrators and designers, industrial and electronic engineers, including those involved in maintenance and repair.

“Continuing advances in industrial automation and control technology, along with the increase in connectivity of devices through the IIoT, is enabling engineers and makers to use off-the-shelf hardware and software to create complex products faster and more easily than ever before,” says Simon Meadmore, Global Head of Interconnect, Passives and Electromechanical at Farnell. “We interviewed experts from some of the largest industrial systems and equipment manufacturers in the world to reveal how they use knowledge of their customers’ needs to deliver optimal solutions that increase productivity, improve efficiencies and achieve a decrease in maintenance costs. We are delighted that several influential leaders in this industry have given their time to this book and we hope the IIoT community will find their insights helpful and interesting.”

Topics covered within the ebook include an overview of the global IIoT market, insights on key products and tools to support the adoption and advancement of Industry 4.0 technology and predictions for the future of IIoT. The ebook also offers valuable insights for those planning new projects to support the design and maintenance of industrial equipment, robotics, smart buildings and factories, including:

• How being able to demonstrate the benefits of IIoT is key to overcoming reluctance to implement Industry 4.0 technologies into manufacturing facilities
• How concerns about security of data stored in the cloud can be resolved by implementing the right comprehensive IoT security solutions
• How industrial automation can start as simply as predictive maintenance to build a business case whilst increasing productivity and efficiency and reducing downtime.
• The role Artificial Intelligence plays in the response and reliability of embedded systems
• The shortage of experience in implementing truly cross-business systems which is hampering the implementation of IIoT.

Responding to the growth of increased automation in manufacturing, smart manufacturing and robotics driven by the IIoT, Farnell has invested significantly over the last 12 months to build a comprehensive industrial automation portfolio which includes the latest solutions from world leading suppliers including Omega, Festo, Omron, Mitsubishi Electric, Control Techniques, Schneider, ABB, and Siemens. Farnell’s in-stock industrial automation range includes 550,000 interconnect products, more than 400,000 passive components and over 100,000 electromechanical products.

To find out more information about Farnell’s enhanced industrial automation offering and to download The Industry 4.0 Interviews 2020 eBook for free, visit Farnell in EMEA, Newark in North America and element14 in APAC.

element14.com, an Avnet community, today announced the launch of two new eBooks to help guide electronics designers at every level through successful careers. The latest eBooks, developed with insights from engineers at some of the world’s top electronics companies, provide expert guidance and advice on everything from landing your first job to how to measure success.

“Engineering continues to be a sought-after skillset, even in these uncertain times,” said Dianne Kibbey, Global Head of Community and Social Media for the element14 Community. “We’re glad to be able to help our community members navigate careers in engineering and offer advice from our partners on not just finding a job, but securing a job in engineering that is the best fit.”

element14 spoke with engineers from 3M, Molex, Kemet, Keysight, and Tektronix to gain their expert insight for the eBooks. This panel of skilled electronics designers range from those with more than 20 years of experience to those who just recently landed their dream jobs.

Some of the top recommendations for successful careers in engineering include getting involved in industry organizations to build your network, developing leadership skills to be ready for new opportunities that arise, seeking out mentors who can help navigate challenges and growth, and measuring your success by how much you help your customers.

Specific tips on securing an engineering job you love include using your network to find prospects, participating in college internships if possible, and being open to growth opportunities in new branches and departments within your company.

In addition to finding the right job, the eBooks cover the most pressing topics around navigating carers in engineering and electronic design, including:

• A typical day in engineering
• How to build a network
• How to restart an engineering career
• How to find the right culture fit
• Why diversity in engineering is important
• How to deal with failure
• What skills are most needed to succeed
• How to measure success

For more information on the resources available to the element14 Community and to access all of the eBooks available to members, visit element14.com/ebooks.

Newark, the Development Distributor, today announced the launch of a new eBook to guide engineers through the proper implementation of industrial-grade cables essential to a factory automation setting. Newark’s latest eBook offers engineers cable solutions to avoid damages from commercial cable and ensure proper transfer of power, data, and control signals within a machine as well as from one machine to another.

Elements of this educational eBook include information on components of cables, a cable selection checklist, descriptions of cables for factory automation available from Newark, and the necessary cable accessories to ensure optimal performance.

Newark complements this information with a variety of industry-ready cables available to designers and engineers including:

• Coaxial Cables for ControlNet factory floor applications
• Fiber Optics cables impervious to EMI and RFI with the ability to extend greater distances than copper cables
• BUS and Network Cables offering higher speed, increased connection distance and the ability to connect more nodes
• Robotics Applications Flex Cable specially designed to tolerate constant or repetitive motion during operation
• Variable Frequency Drive Cable to control power frequency and voltage delivered to a 3-phase AC electric motor

“Efficient communication systems are essential in the industrial landscape, but the use of a commercial cable in this setting often results in data loss and downtime that hinders factory performance,” said Cliff Ortmeyer, Head of marketing for Newark. “The details outlined in this eBook aim to guide engineers and designers in making the best choices to achieve top performance in an industrial setting with no second guessing.”

To access the full eBook, visit this link. The product assemble page can be accessed here

Farnell, the Development Distributor, has published a number of eBooks to educate users, develop their skills, and refresh their knowledge. The latest eBook in the market, published by Farnell is called ‘The era of AIoT, context, capabilities and future of AIoT’. The other two books titled, ‘Essential Raspberry Pi tips’, and, ‘What you need to know about 5G’,are published by element14.com, an Avnet community. The element14 community is part of Farnell, which helps design engineers, makers, parents, and teachers develop the future generation of coders and products that apply technology to change our world for the better.

• Essential Raspberry Pi tips: In recent years, Raspberry Pi has transitioned from a tool for students & hobbyists to a viable option for many types of engineering projects. In order to support users and help them overcome challenges they might face as they get started developing projects with the Raspberry Pi, the element14 Community published this ‘Essential Raspberry Pi tips’ ebook. Cabe Atwell, the element14 contributor who authored the eBook said: “If you’re considering the Raspberry Pi because you are curious about electronics and coding, or even if you're a practicing engineer, just go for it!.”

• What you need to know about 5G: The second eBook by the community puts all the speculations around 5G to rest. The eBook covers the basic concepts of 5G, the 1G to 5G evolution, a comparison between different generations of cellular technology, and potential 5G applications. Dianne Kibbey, Head of community and social media for element14 said: “The element14 community aims to support engineers throughout their careers, and provide a range of ways in which they can develop their skills and refresh their knowledge. The size of the community, and the sheer number of publicly available forums, tutorials and projects means that you will be in good company as you explore and experiment.”

• The era of AIoT, context, capabilities and future of AIoT: This ebook provides an in-depth roadmap of AI, explains the relation between AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Deep Learning (DL) and available platforms to get users started with their first AI based IoT solution. Ankur Tomar, Technical Marketing Manager, Farnell said: “Everyone is talking about how AI will revolutionise our lives. The eBook explains AI, its types, capabilities and applications exhaustively for our readers.”

element14 community members can download Raspberry Pi and 5G eBooks for free at https://www.element14.com/community/community/publications/ebooks . The AIoT book is available to download for free at https://uk.farnell.com/aiot-ebook-lp.

element14.com, the online community for engineers, has launched a new eBook for engineers, graduates and tech professionals looking to pursue a career in the fast-growing world of IoT.

The free, downloadable publication collects advice and key insights from industry experts and business leaders representing companies such as Amazon, Eaton, Microsoft, Molex and more. Featured topics include the different career paths available to an IoT professional, the skills and attributes an IoT employer looks for during the hiring process, and how emerging trends such as machine learning and cloud security are affecting the market.

The volume is compiled from insights gathered during a series of Webinars hosted on the element14 Community which focus on professional trends and issues related to the Internet of Things.

Dianne Kibbey, Global Head of Community and Social Media for the element14 Community and Farnell, said: “As the world’s largest online community for engineers and makers, we’re seeing more and more of our members harnessing the power of IoT to shape their careers and pursue new opportunities in the tech space.”

“This new eBook underscores the commitment of the element14 Community alongside Farnell, the Development Distributor, to develop the next generation of engineers; and I believe that the unique insight provided by the industry-leading experts we invite onto our webinars makes it an invaluable resource for graduates and experienced tech professionals alike.”

The eBook, entitled ‘Engineering Your Future: Professional Advice on Pursuing a Career in IoT’ can be downloaded for free along with an extensive library of eBooks by becoming a registered member of the element14.com Community. Visit https://www.element14.com/community/community/publications/ebooks to browse the full collection.

The Webinar series that inspired the eBook can also be accessed as free recordings available to registered members of the element14 Community.

Are You Ready for an IoT Career in 2019 (featuring Amazon and Eaton): https://www.element14.com/community/events/5251/l/are-you-ready-for-an-iot-career-in-2019

Are You Wired for a Great Job in IoT? (featuring Molex and Microsoft): https://www.element14.com/community/events/5222/l/are-you-wired-for-a-great-job-in-iot-featuring-molex-and-microsoft

How To Start and Grow Your IoT Career (featuring Microchip Technology Inc and The Things Network): https://www.element14.com/community/events/5192/l/how-to-start-and-grow-your-iot-career-featuring-microchip-technology-inc-and-the-things-network

Premier Farnell, The Development Distributor, has launched a new ‘Tips Book for Makers’, following the success of its ‘Essential Design Tips for Engineers’ series.

The element14 community provides support and inspiration through a combination of articles, design challenges, roadtests and the power of close to half a million global members with their combined experienced and knowledge. This tips book brings together hints and tips from the element14 community team, top members and friends from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, BeagleBoard.org and The Ben Heck Show to provide inspiration for makers looking to get started, or for inspiration with a project.

Steve Carr, Global Head of Marketing at Premier Farnell said: “The Maker community is inspiring – and with increased availability and affordability of single board computers, development kits and other technologies, there is a huge opportunity for this community to create the next world changing piece of technology. The power is no longer purely in the hands of large companies with significant levels of investment – it has turned on its head and we have seen amazing ideas spring up from the workbenches in the spare bedroom or the garage. We hope that Makers will find something in our ‘Tips for Makers book’ that will give them a fresh perspective or a new way of doing something that helps them along the way.”

The element14 community, with almost half a million members from 48 countries, is unique in the electronics industry and provides a forum for engineers, makers, educators and students looking for inspiration or ideas and support for their projects.

The ‘Tips for Makers book’ and the ‘Essential Design Tips for Engineers’ series is available to download from the element14 community.