News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 20 November
to Saturday 26 November 2005
WAN protocol support enhanced
Performance Technologies has announced NexusWare WAN, an enhanced offering of its WAN communications protocol environment.
News from Performance Technologies (25 November 2005)
ADC has greater functionality but uses less power
Following a technology announcement from Xignal during September 2005, the company is now launching the first analogue-to-digital conversion products based on its continuous time delta sigma ADCs.
News from Xignal Technologies (25 November 2005)
Tower starts producing Biomorphic image sensors
User Application Article Tower Semiconductor is starting to produce Biomorphic's 2.0 and 1.3-megapixel CMOS image sensors for cell phones.
News from Tower Semiconductor (25 November 2005)
Small claims for sensor connectors
Binder connectors in the popular 707 M5 series have been expanded to include versions with dip solder contacts for PCB mounting and front mounted versions with single wires.
News from Quadrant Connections (25 November 2005)
Digital monitors cover the Fox network
Pixelmetrix has installed and commissioned its DVStation ATSC digital television monitoring platform at 35 Fox owned-and-operated television stations throughout the USA.
News from Pixelmetrix Corp (25 November 2005)
Semiconductor signing expands portfolio
A new franchise deal with IDT is Anglia's fourth new semiconductor signing in recent months, following on from agreements with Lattice Semiconductor, Quantum Research and Power Integrations.
News from Anglia (25 November 2005)
Chinese researchers adopt maskless lithography
Nankai University Centre for Optics Research, located in Tianjin, China, has purchased a DWL66 maskless lithography system from Heidelberg Instruments.
News from Heidelberg Instruments (25 November 2005)
Handheld analysers promise benchtop accuracy
New portable handheld vector network analysers are billed as the first capable of making vector-corrected single-port and single-path two-port measurements from 2 to 6GHz.
News from Anritsu (UK) (25 November 2005)
Structured cabling is distributed in Saudi Arabia
Structured cabling system manufacturer Brand-Rex has appointed telecommunications supplier Al-Jammaz Telecom as its distributor for Saudi Arabia.
News from Brand-Rex (25 November 2005)
Screwless terminal blocks save access space
A new range of 5.08mm pitch terminal blocks features vertical cable entry with the release mechanism in the same plane making them ideal for use in applications where access is restricted.
News from Camden Electronics (25 November 2005)
Oxford seminar to advise on hazardous waste
Electronics businesses are being urged to take advantage of a free seminar which will demonstrate how to effectively adapt to new hazardous waste regulations.
News from Envirowise (25 November 2005)
Power switches promise rugged performance
A new family of low-side intelligent power switches are qualified to Q100, making them ideal for harsh automotive environments and any other applications that benefit from additional ruggedness.
News from International Rectifier (25 November 2005)
Embedded stack brings fieldbus onboard
The EtherCAT master stack AT-ECAT/embedded from Acontis has been specially optimised for use in embedded operating systems.
News from Kuka Controls (25 November 2005)
Joint venture focuses on epoxy moulding compounds
The Henkel Group has acquired a majority stake in Huawei Electronics, a leading manufacturer of epoxy moulding compounds for semiconductors in China.
News from Henkel Loctite Adhesives (25 November 2005)
Network protocol stack runs on ARM MCUs
Helping Hand Software has ported its embedded TCP/IP protocol stack to ARM based microcontrollers.
News from Helping Hand Software (25 November 2005)
Concoat joins Chase Specialty Coatings
The highly successful materials business of UK company Concoat has been purchased by the North American Chase Corporation.
News from HumiSeal Europe (25 November 2005)
Zetex goes direct in Shenzhen
Zetex Semiconductors has opened its first representative office in mainland China.
News from Zetex (25 November 2005)
Single-chip provides assisted GPS
Texas Instruments has introduced the industry's first single-chip assisted global positioning system (A-GPS) solution in 90nm process technology for mobile phones.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2001-March 2006) (25 November 2005)
Software suite puts spectrum analysers to work
A new software package provides easy-to-use automated signal source analysis tools to characterise phase noise, jitter, frequency deviation and settling time for transient RF signals. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (25 November 2005)
Marketing communications efforts are rewarded
Specialist distributor Switchtec has received an award in recognition of its marketing communications efforts from Italian based manufacturer Euroclamp.
News from Switchtec (25 November 2005)
Investment extends lead-free capabilities
Contract equipment manufacturer Remploy Electronics has embarked on an investment programme that will extend lead-free capability across all five group sites in the coming year.
News from Remploy Electronics (25 November 2005)
Function generator has a longer memory
The TGA12101 arbitrary/function generator has been redesigned to incorporate one million words of high-speed waveform memory giving it the longest memory of any instrument in its class.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (25 November 2005)
Touch sensor creates cost-effective keypads
A new 10-key touch sensor chip can enable reliable and rugged touch controls panel to be produced at lower cost than using mechanical switches.
News from Quantum Research Group (25 November 2005)
Overmoulded cable assemblies made to order
Quadrant has made a major addition to its cable assembly capability by offering custom overmoulding of cable assemblies using D-type subminiature and other connectors.
News from Quadrant Connections (25 November 2005)
Panels front up PXI instrument systems
A new flat-panel touch-screen computer and panel PC HMIs work with the LabView graphical development environment to develop user interfaces for instrument systems. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (25 November 2005)
Ease of use is key to FPGA/DSP development
Diamond FPGA is a unified development platform for the seamless creation of applications with FPGA and DSP components.
News from 3L (25 November 2005)
SBC is first to follow new Intel form factor
Axiomtek has released its first SBC based on the new Intel Embedded Compact Extended form factor.
News from Axiomtek (25 November 2005)
Controller brings distributed power into line
A new controller simplifies the tracking and sequencing requirements of complex distributed power architectures. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (25 November 2005)
Low-power SBC has strong peripheral support
A new 3.5in SBC combines a low power fanless VIA Eden processor, five USB 2.0 ports, dual 10/100 Base-T Fast Ethernet ports and dual display support.
News from Advanced Power Components (APC) (25 November 2005)
Forum highlights challenges of RFID
The RFID Networking Forum proved to be the premier meeting place for the RFID end-user community, with over 300 delegates participating in 60 interactive discussion groups and think tanks.
News from RFID Networking Forum (24 November 2005)
Tiny robot shows off components expertise
Murata has shown the sophistication of its electronic components by building an ingenious tiny robot that can ride a bicycle perfectly.
News from Murata Electronics (UK) (24 November 2005)
New approach to automotive software configuration
User Application Article Engineers at DaimlerChrysler's Research and Technology Centre in Germany have described their experiences using a new approach to solving complex automotive software product configuration problems.
News from Software Acumen (24 November 2005)
Best of breed on show at MDT
Independent production automation system specialist Contax will be exhibiting on Stand 412 in Hall 10 at the MDT Show at the NEC, Birmingham, on 15th and 16th February 2006.
News from Contax (24 November 2005)
Simulation engine speeds embedded system design
VisSim 6.0 is the latest version of the award-winning Windows-based program for the modelling and simulation of complex nonlinear dynamic systems. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (24 November 2005)
SoC module eases application design
The new Icop Mity-SoC module makes application design even easier with the integration of a DM and P 6117D CPU, 2/4Mbyte of onboard DRAM, BIOS and the multiple I/O.
News from Icop Technology (UK) (24 November 2005)
Euro-Asian alliance targets SoC market
Silterra Malaysia and Essensium have agreed to jointly support European semiconductor customers.
News from Silterra Malaysia (24 November 2005)
ColdFire-based module has rich peripheral set
NetBurner has introduced the first module targeted at the low cost low power embedded space.
News from NetBurner (24 November 2005)
CompactFlash cards have industrial specifications
New CompactFlash cards are targeted for applications that need industrial-grade reliability, industry-standard compatibility, and IDE hard disk drive emulation for program and data storage.
News from Winsystems (24 November 2005)
Evaluation programme proves merit of simulation
User Application Article Galileo Avionica has selected Flotherm and Flo/PCB software from Flomerics as its standard thermal modelling software across all of its seven design centres and five business units. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (24 November 2005)
PCB assembly tooling and fixtures online
Pentagon EMS Corp has a new company website, featuring more information and detailed product photos, and supports the new theme "your tooling, your timeframe".
News from Pentagon EMS Corp (24 November 2005)
Academic programme leads to CDMA chip success
Magma Design Automation India has been helping Anna University as part of its initiative to increase the number of professionals exposed to state of the art IC implementation tools.
News from Magma Design Automation (24 November 2005)
Integrated design flow enhances design services
User Application Article eInfochips has strengthened its IC design and verification capabilities by adopting Blast Create, Blast Fusion, Blast Power, Blast Rail and Blast Noise software.
News from Magma Design Automation (24 November 2005)
New website reflects design engineers' desires
Texas Instruments has improved its website, incorporating expanded product trees and enhanced search tools.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2001-March 2006) (24 November 2005)
Study profiles RF MEMS components market
RF MEMS components are rapidly living up to their promise, according to a new market study from WTC covering the 2005-2009 period.
News from WTC Wicht Technologie Consulting (24 November 2005)
Novel technique improves optical coupling
Molex and KiloLambda Technologies have developed an improved method of coupling light between optical fibres and silicon waveguides.
News from Molex UK (24 November 2005)
Trinity stars in disk drive market
Alps Electric has named distribution partner Trinity Electronics as its number-one channel partner 2005 worldwide for 3.5in floppy disk drives.
News from Alps Electric (UK) (24 November 2005)
Connectors boost automotive interconnect density
MX34-series connectors use a 2.2mm contact pitch and a double row of contacts to deliver higher density PCB-to-cable interconnects in automotive applications.
News from JAE Europe (24 November 2005)
Linux tools make the most of AMD processors
FSMLabs is claiming a breakthrough single digit microsecond timing on a 64bit dual core AMD Opteron processors and has released Carrier Grade Linux and tools for a wide range of AMD processors.
News from SDC Systems (24 November 2005)
Surf and Artesyn collaborate on media processing
Surf Communication Solutions is working with Artesyn Communication Products to develop open architecture, triple-play (voice, video and data) media processing solutions.
News from Surf Communication Solutions (24 November 2005)
Platform speeds multi-service provisioning
The Ethos MB87M2181 evaluation platform is a highly integrated system that allows ODMs and OEMs to rapidly prototype a compact micro multi-service provisioning platform. Brochure Available
News from Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe (24 November 2005)
PLL-based transmitter sticks to its frequency
Melexis has extended its line of low-power and low-cost RF ICs with a new transmitter that works in virtually any FSK, ASK or FM system in the 380-450MHz unlicensed frequency bands.
News from Melexis (24 November 2005)
DC/DC convertor comes in a miniature package
A new 1W isolated, unregulated DC/DC convertor is ideal for motor control, programmable logic controller and distributed I/O module applications.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2001-March 2006) (24 November 2005)
Rybinski takes the Chair
Valerie Rybinski, Global Sales Engineer for Siemon, has been elected Chair of the TIA TR-42.7 Copper Cabling Systems Subcommittee.
News from Siemon UK (24 November 2005)
Mains toggle switches have international approvals
The 3900 Series of toggle switches offer a wide variety of switching options in single and double pole versions with SPST, SPDT, DPST and DPDT switching and momentary and three position actions. Brochure Available
News from Arcolectric (24 November 2005)
Coaxial terminations perform up to 6GHz
A new series of low-cost coaxial terminations are suitable for use in a wide variety of microwave systems and test-and-measurement applications in the commercial wireless communications sector.
News from Link Microtek (24 November 2005)
Korean distributor sees big market for audio test
Prism Sound has appointed Seoul-based Echo Korea as exclusive distributor for the company's range of audio test and measurement equipment.
News from Prism Sound (24 November 2005)
Software simplifies SystemC-based development
The latest SystemCrafter SC SystemC package has been developed to make it far easier to manage and develop SystemC projects, and also simpler for new users to get started with SystemC synthesis.
News from Orange Tree Technologies (24 November 2005)
Partnerships pave the way to integration
Aegis Europe has signed a number of new technology partnerships with leading production equipment and factory integration system suppliers.
News from Aegis Europe (24 November 2005)
Productronica logs up 44,000 visitors
With 44,000 visitors, Productronica 2005 has further enhanced its position as the world's leading trade show for electronics production.
News from Messe Muenchen (24 November 2005)
CSR is Techmark Company of the Year
CSR has collected yet another prestigious industry title to add to its growing collection of noteworthy accolades.
News from Cambridge Silicon Radio (24 November 2005)
Real-time scopes turn to UWB analysis
A new software utility extends the debug and analysis capabilities of the Tektronix TDS6000C Series to include real-time analysis of ultrawideband RF and electrical signals. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (24 November 2005)
High-power supply takes on exciting laser duties
Powerlase, a leader in robust industrial laser tools, has selected the Sorensen SFA high-power DC supply to power its 400 and 800W nanosecond-pulsed industrial lasers.
News from Elgar Electronics Corp (24 November 2005)
Alliance to secure mobile communications
National ICT Australia is working with Qualcomm to use NICTA versions of the L4 microkernel and the Iguana operating system with Qualcomm's MSM chipsets.
News from National ICT Australia (24 November 2005)
Small-footprint operating system enhances security
National ICT Australia has developed an advanced open source operating system (OS) that will increase the security, reliability and trustworthiness of embedded systems.
News from National ICT Australia (24 November 2005)
New group focuses on multicore standards
A new industry group aims to provide a neutral forum where vendors in the multiple-core processor space can work out standards for interprocessor communications, debug and other technology hurdles.
News from Multicore Association (24 November 2005)
Productronica provides a boost
The 2005 Productronica show was a great success for Siemens' Electronics Assembly Systems Division.
News from Siemens A&D Electronics Assembly Systems (24 November 2005)
Booklet helps navigate the Pb-free minefield
COG is publishing a series of reference booklets about various aspects of electronic components and other areas threatened by obsolescence and the ways in which these impact on elements of industry.
News from Component Obsolescence Group (COG) (23 November 2005)
Suite supports open EDA database
MatrixOne is supporting the industry-standard OpenAccess 2.2 with its Developer Suite, a design collaboration and management solution, also including MatrixOne's Synchronicity DesignSync DFII.
News from MatrixOne (23 November 2005)
Investment continues at Labtech
A leading manufacturer of microwave printed circuit boards, MMIC packaging solutions and microwave broadband components has invested GBP 800,000 in new equipment in the past year.
News from Labtech Microwave (23 November 2005)
Eighth-brick convertors aim for basestation duties
The EQD075A and EQD020A0F series DC/DC convertors are part of a new generation of open-frame DC/DC power modules designed for UMTS and CDMA basestations and wireless IP router applications.
News from Lineage Power Corporation (23 November 2005)
RoHS-compliant TFT module has bright backlight
The TX26D02 is a fully RoHS-compliant 10.4in TFT LCD module made by Hitachi.
News from Trident (23 November 2005)
Design flow speeds switch to 90nm process
A 90nm reference design flow optimised for low-power SoC designs is based on Synopsys' Galaxy Design Platform, ARM Artisan Sage-X standard cell library and UMC's 90nm process.
News from Synopsys (23 November 2005)
Chipset makes the most of AMD-powered PC designs
VIA's latest high performance chipset for the AMD platform, the VIA K8T900, is sampling to leading motherboard partners to create platforms tailored for the PC enthusiast market.
News from VIA Technologies (23 November 2005)
Inductors increase equipment density
A new surface-mount wire-wound shielded inductor provides high reliability and enables easy surface mounting in close proximity to other components on the assembly board.
News from Stackpole Electronics (23 November 2005)
Frost and Sullivan recognises powerline expertise
Frost and Sullivan has selected Design of Systems on Silicon as the recipient of the 2005 Technology Leadership Award for its contributions to the broadband over powerline market.
News from Design of Systems on Silicon (23 November 2005)
Convertor puts more power in the same footprint
A new DC/DC convertor module has the same footprint as its predecessor yet offers 25% more power, thus increasing the important power to space ratio.
News from Ericsson Power Modules (23 November 2005)
Charge pump doublers shrink supply size
Linear Technology has released the LTC3204B-3.3/5 charge pump doublers in 2 x 2mm DFN packages. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (23 November 2005)
Novel film sheds more light on transmissive LCDs
Anders Electronics reckons it has solved the sunlight readability challenges of transmissive LCDs by using the sun's own energy instead of extra high-powered backlights. Brochure Available
News from Anders Electronics (23 November 2005)
Controller maintains automotive system safety
With its built-in driver functions and complete monitoring system, the ATA6814 is a unique solution beneficial for all safety-relevant automotive electronics.
News from Atmel Corporation (23 November 2005)
PCI Express switches offer design flexibility
Two new IDT three-port PCI Express switches combine high performance and an architecture that permits numerous configuration options for design flexibility.
News from Nu Horizons Electronics Corp (23 November 2005)
Contract raises battery production
Saft has been awarded a US$6.5 million contract by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) to enhance its ability to respond with high quantities of BA 5590 batteries during an emergency. Brochure Available
News from Saft Lithium Battery Division (22 November 2005)
Water-cooled resistors keep going longer
Water cooled resistors are now available from Rhopoint with power ratings of 500 and 1000W.
News from Rhopoint Components (22 November 2005)
USB pod hosts multiple instruments
The GP-22050 Base is a bidirectional PC-based module that functions as a pattern generator, logic analyser/data logger and JTAG protocol generator. Brochure Available
News from Byte Paradigm (22 November 2005)
PC-based scope puts safety first
The USBscope50 heralds a new concept in PC-based test equipment, without the risk of costly damage to the host PC.
News from Elan Digital Systems (22 November 2005)
European office supports distribution network
Adlink Technology has opened a European office in Dusseldorf, Germany. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology (22 November 2005)
Appointments prepare for growth
Building on the successful management buyout in October this year, LapiStor has made a number of significant new appointments.
News from LapiStor (22 November 2005)
RF scanners support high-speed downloads
PCTEL has added HSDPA measurement capabilities to its SeeGull WCDMA and WCDMA/GSM (triband) scanners.
News from PCTEL (22 November 2005)
Process upgrades sink driver performance
A new family of 32bit latched sink driver ICs are ideally suited to printer and display applications.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (22 November 2005)
New fab to cut the cost of large LCD panels
Display Technology, Samsung's sole UK distributor for industrial LCD panels, has revealed that Samsung has successfully concluded pilot testing of its latest production line.
News from Display Technology (22 November 2005)
Nelson to succeed Swann in Mobitex Chair
The Mobitex Association has named Charles Nelson, President and CEO of US-based Velocita Wireless, as its next Chairman, effective 1st January 2006.
News from Mobitex Association (22 November 2005)
Alliance smoothes RTOS switch
LynuxWorks is working with MapuSoft to provide embedded system developers with a streamlined migration path to its LynxOS real-time operating system (RTOS).
News from LynuxWorks (22 November 2005)
Asia Pacific office expands to meet demand
Amino has expanded its Asia Pacific office, based in Hong Kong, reflecting the increased growth of the IPTV market in the region.
News from Amino Communications (22 November 2005)
Horizontal cPCI systems expand to 4U
Schroff has extended its range of CompactPCI plug-in systems for horizontal board assembly, with a new 4U unit joining the existing 1, 2 and 3U systems.
News from Schroff UK (22 November 2005)
Low-cost amps offer frugal signal conditioning
A new series of low-cost amplifiers operate at low voltages and consume minimal power without sacrificing the accuracy required by portable applications that need precise signal conditioning.
News from Analog Devices (22 November 2005)
Kaschke cores come to the UK and Ireland
Anglia has signed a UK and Ireland distribution agreement with Kaschke, a manufacturer of soft ferrite cores and inductive components based in Gottingen, Germany.
News from Anglia (22 November 2005)
Industrial displays lead the way at drives show
Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente and its wholly owned subsidiary Discomp Elektronik will exhibit together this week at SPS/IPC/Drives in Nuremberg, Germany.
News from Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente (22 November 2005)
Robotic eyes win international award
Final year engineering student Tim Nelson has won the IEE International Premium competition for the EyeSim, a unique pair of robotic eyes that can mimic the response of human eyes.
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (22 November 2005)
Consumer show recognises wireless SoC
The ZW0201, the second generation Z-Wave chip, has been named an International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) Innovations 2006 Design and Engineering Award honouree.
News from Zensys (22 November 2005)
Polish plant is certified to automotive standards
Huber+Suhner's subsidiary in Tzcew/Gdansk, Poland, has received its ISO/TS16949 certificate, making it the company's third site to be awarded a certificate for this exacting automotive standard.
News from Huber+Suhner (22 November 2005)
Intel and Micron in Flash joint venture
Micron Technology and Intel Corporation are to form a new company to manufacture NAND Flash memory for consumer electronics, removable storage and handheld communications devices.
News from Intel Corporation (22 November 2005)
Compact packaging cuts MOSFET on-resistance
Seventeen new power MOSFETs offer exceptionally low on-resistance values down to 3.7mohm in the compact PowerPAK 1212-8 package.
News from Vishay Siliconix (22 November 2005)
Website demonstrates routes to RoHS compliance
The Farnell InOne website, which attracted over one million visitors last month, now features a novel RoHS web demo.
News from Farnell (22 November 2005)
Flash MCUs save power in 5V systems
A new series of low-cost microcontrollers with integrated Flash memory is optimised for any application requiring 5V operation with extremely low power consumption.
News from Renesas Technology Europe (22 November 2005)
Rugged VME64x SBCs take on mission control
Aitech Defense Systems has added two new boards to its rugged, VME64x-compliant C10x single board computer family.
News from Aitech Defense Systems (22 November 2005)
NEDA awards platinum and gold
SpotComponents has received four channel marketing awards from the National Electronic Distributors Association.
News from SpotComponents (22 November 2005)
Ratliff engineers environmental compliance
Exel has appointed Ben Ratliff as Business Development Manager within its environmental compliance solutions business.
News from DHL Environmental Compliance Solutions (22 November 2005)
Acquisition card cuts system complexity
The ICS-645D 32-channel data acquisition card bundles ADC, gain and antialias filtering resources in one PCI card and includes a programmable clock source onboard.
News from Radstone Embedded Computing (22 November 2005)
Israeli rep targets broadcast applications
Telairity Semiconductor has appointed GAL Electronics as its exclusive sales representative in Israel.
News from Telairity Semiconductor (22 November 2005)
Intel Capital takes a stake
Intel Capital, Intel's strategic investment programme, has invested in iBiquity Digital Corporation.
News from iBiquity Digital Corp (22 November 2005)
IR microcontroller learns codes from others
The latest addition to the Crimzon line of infra-red-specific MCUs are the first that can learn codes from other infra-red remote controls via a learning circuit.
News from Zilog (22 November 2005)
Radio modules strike up the new European band
A new range of radio modules is designed for operation in a new pan-European frequency band that spans 169.4 to 169.8MHz.
News from MK Consultants (22 November 2005)
PWM controller upgrades industry standards
The MAX5094 is a high-performance single-ended current-mode PWM controller for isolated telecomms DC/DC convertors or universal offline input AC/DC power supplies.
News from Maxim Integrated Products (22 November 2005)
Network calls for RoHS collaboration
Elfnet has been working to tackle the key remaining RoHS implementation issues, and now invites the lead-free soldering community to get involved in a new set of collaborative opportunities.
News from Elfnet (22 November 2005)
Mixed-signal ASICs and ASSPs go online
SemiconductorStore.com has signed an agreement to add ZMD, a leader in mixed-signal ASICs and ASSPs, to the growing list of suppliers that it promotes and sells online.
News from Symmetry Electronics (22 November 2005)
Development systems support multicore design
Silicon Hive has upgraded its software and hardware development systems.
News from Silicon Hive (22 November 2005)
3G test services accredited to ISO17025
Cetecom Spain has enhanced its accredited testing services for the mobile communications industry.
News from AT4 wireless (21 November 2005)
Optical power meter is a fast reader
The Model 4100 optical power meter features an impressive combination of speed, accuracy and repeatability - all at an affordable cost.
News from DBM Optics (21 November 2005)
Protection device incorporates two in one
The latest addition to the TDA range of SMD overcurrent protection devices incorporates two matched low-resistance PPTC elements in a single package. Brochure Available
News from TDA Elektronic Technology (21 November 2005)
Enclosure and keypad help Sperry check rails
User Application Article An instrument used to detect cracks and other types of flaws in railway rails uses a keypad and enclosure from Custom Design Technologies to provide the operator interface.
News from Custom Design Technologies (21 November 2005)
HD-video core supports many decode standards
The PowerVR MSVDX HD-video core is available now from Imagination Technologies.
News from Imagination Technologies (21 November 2005)
Games conference precedes new BSc course
De Montfort University will host a European computer games conference this week as it announces a new three year degree course on electronics games technology.
News from De Montfort University Leicester (21 November 2005)
High-intensity LEDs produce up to 8cd
The latest precision high-intensity LEDs from Forge Europa provide a range of new devices ideally suited to traffic and information display applications.
News from Forge Europa (21 November 2005)
Asus opts for faster Bluetooth
CSR's v2.0+EDR BlueCore4 silicon has been chosen by Asus to Bluetooth-enable its latest slimline notebook computer.
News from Cambridge Silicon Radio (21 November 2005)
Multistandard modem is versatile in EPOS
The CMX869A V.32 bis modem IC addresses the current "need for speed" in mid-range telephone data applications.
News from CML Microcircuits (21 November 2005)
Acquisition adds 18 years of design experience
Jaltek Systems has acquired independent contract electronic design specialist Abra Cad, adding 18 years of design experience to its portfolio and building on an existing four year strategic alliance.
News from Jaltek Systems (21 November 2005)
Thick film potentiometers bridge the gap
New thick film potentiometers combine a metal shaft with a ceramic housing to provide smooth linear operation and low-noise performance.
News from Ohmite (21 November 2005)
Difference amps offer accurate current sensing
National Semiconductor has expanded its high-performance precision amplifier portfolio with the addition of three high common-mode difference amplifiers.
News from National Semiconductor (21 November 2005)
Systems role for Smith
Schaffner has appointed Nick Smith as EMC Systems Manager. Brochure Available
News from Schaffner (21 November 2005)
Faraday Medal for Wipro boss
The IEE has presented its prestigious Faraday Medal to Azim Premji, Chairman of Indian IT company Wipro.
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (21 November 2005)
Software suite brings manufacturing together
The Tecnomatix for Electronics suite combines digital manufacturing software products previously offered by UGS as individual solutions for PCB assembly, final assembly and manufacturing execution.
News from Siemens PLM Software (21 November 2005)
Technical seminars have international appeal
The Embedded Masterclass series of technical seminars have attracted the attention of companies in the USA, Europe and even China.
News from Embedded Masterclass (21 November 2005)
Platform surpasses growth expectations
Following the introduction of the Micron Class product range, DEK has unveiled new sales figures indicating that the platform has dramatically surpassed initial growth expectations.
News from DEK (21 November 2005)
Transceivers upgrade RS485 performance
Six new full-featured full-duplex RS485 transceivers conserve power, provide optimum AC performance for key operating speeds, and allow up to 256 devices on a single RS485 bus.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2001-March 2006) (21 November 2005)
Freescale signs for EDA package
Freescale Semiconductor has appointed Cadence as its primary vendor for electronic design automation (EDA) software, hardware and services.
News from Cadence Design Systems (21 November 2005)
Language progresses towards standardisation
The IEEE sponsor ballot for P1647 e standardisation passed overwhelmingly, paving the way for ratification in March.
News from Cadence Design Systems (21 November 2005)
Emulator meets specific needs for Hitachi
User Application Article Hitachi Communication Technologies, a worldwide leader of information and communication system-related products, has adopted Cadence Palladium II for emulation and acceleration.
News from Cadence Design Systems (21 November 2005)
Switches boast a pleasant tactile feel
KMX series switches are suited to a multitude of applications requiring a comfortable, miniature, robust keypad with a long life. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions (21 November 2005)
ConnectBlue signs for regulatory approvals
RFI Global Services has been appointed by connectBlue as its partner to provide all its Bluetooth qualifications and regulatory approvals.
News from RFI Global Services (21 November 2005)
Sugarcube relay is cost-effective for appliances
Meeting requirements for low cost and optimal use of PCB space, a new miniature power PCB relay now completes Tyco Electronics' product range for sugarcube type relays. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics UK (21 November 2005)
Next-generation Flash drives handset applications
Intel has begun volume shipments of the industry's first 90nm multilevel cell (MLC) NOR Flash memory device.
News from Intel Corporation (21 November 2005)
Witnessed test service speeds microwave approvals
RFI Global Services has developed a witnessed test service for microwave fixed link radio product approvals.
News from RFI Global Services (21 November 2005)
Alliance to provide triple-play media processing
Artesyn Communication Products is working with Surf Communications Solutions to develop open architecture, triple-play voice, video and data (fax/modem) media processing solutions.
News from Emerson Network Power Embedded Computing (21 November 2005)
Power IC design centre set to double in size
ON Semiconductor is to double both the staff count and the working area of its Power Conversion Integrated Circuit Development Centre in Chandler, Arizona.
News from ON Semiconductor (21 November 2005)
Power supply offers cost-effective option
Featuring an output rating of 30kVA, the California Instruments MX30 power supply offers a lower-power less-expensive option.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (21 November 2005)
Digital home conference calls for papers
Parks Associates and the Consumer Electronics Association have revealed the preliminary topics and call for papers for the 2006 Connections: the digital home conference and showcase.
News from Parks Associates (21 November 2005)
Book helps improve Java programming
A novel idea sourcebook contains 101 useful tips, techniques, examples and project ideas that will bring new excitement to readers' Java code.
News from No Starch Press (21 November 2005)
Controller board aids display evaluation
The TC51854 controller board is an evaluation unit that provides a full support for Optrex F-51854 160x128 F-STN monochrome graphic transflective LCD.
News from TVI Electronics (21 November 2005)
CompactPCI PSU boasts near unity power factor
The CPCIE2933 is a 350W supply housed in a standard 6U x 8HP enclosure and available with a PICMG standard 47-pin I/O connector or an optional 38-pin connector configuration. Brochure Available
News from Unipower Europe (21 November 2005)
Convertor drives nine-LED strings from one cell
The MP1528 is a step-up convertor designed to drive nine white LEDs in series at 20mA from a single-cell lithium ion battery.
News from Monolithic Power Systems (MPS) (21 November 2005)
Quiet corners boost screening performance
A finger joint arrangement on the corner seam improves both the shielding integrity and mechanical stability of board-level screening cans.
News from Precision Micro (21 November 2005)
PIN-entry keypad is robust and vandal-resistant
A new 16-key keypad is ideal for ATMs, PIN-entry terminals, fuel pumps, ticket-issuing machines and other self-service, speed-payment systems. Brochure Available
News from EAO (21 November 2005)
Compact LCD has large viewing area
Displaytech's latest graphics LCDs provide a high level of features despite their compact dimensions of 65.6 x 29.2mm and are fully RoHS compliant. Brochure Available
News from GPEG International (21 November 2005)
Strategic purchasing role for Walker
Remploy Electronics has promoted Dave Walker to Strategic Purchasing Manager to lead its newly formed strategic purchasing team.
News from Remploy Electronics (21 November 2005)
Enclosures offer a corporate edge
Teknet handheld enclosures can be ordered with the elastomer edge grips in different colours to match a corporate identity or standard product colour.
News from Teko Enclosures (21 November 2005)
Convertor drives dual LED strings
The LT3486 is a dual step-up DC/DC convertor specifically designed to drive up to 16 white LEDs (eight in series per channel) with constant current. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (21 November 2005)
Suite gets to grips with electronics design data
Developer Suite Version 4.2 provides designers with improved performance and support for the industry's broadest range of EDA applications and operating platforms.
News from MatrixOne (21 November 2005)
Growth continues at Ansoft
Ansoft Corporation has announced financial results for its second quarter of fiscal 2006 ended 31st October 2005.
News from Ansoft Europe (21 November 2005)
Report details lead-free stencil requirements
A new report reveals how stencil aperture dimensions must be increased when working with lead-free pastes to ensure adequate wetting forces and thereby prevent tombstoning.
News from DEK (21 November 2005)
Power controller handles DDR memory needs
A new synchronous step-down controller uses a constant-on-time PWM architecture with a programmable switching frequency of up to 600kHz.
News from Intersil (21 November 2005)
Boundary scan files validated online
A new online service validates the accuracy of boundary scan description language files that describe the boundary-scan characteristics of semiconductor devices.
News from Asset InterTech (21 November 2005)
Charger chip is faster and more reliable
A novel dual-path lithium-ion/polymer battery charger IC allows users to charge the battery with available current from the USB port while keeping the port voltage regulated.
News from Advanced Analogic Technologies (21 November 2005)
Terminals angle for position onboard
Euroclamp's PI series 45-degree plug-in connector block is ideal where an angled connection to a PCB is required.
News from Switchtec (21 November 2005)
Timing analysis works with PCB and FPGA flows
Chronology has expanded its TimingDesigner interactive timing analysis and timing diagram product to include tighter integration with vendor-specific board design and FPGA flows.
News from Chronology (21 November 2005)
Automotive EMC conference calls for papers
The Automotive EMC 2006 conference will bring together vehicle manufacturers, their suppliers, EMC test houses and electronic circuit designers involved with designing for the automotive environment.
News from Automotive EMC Network (21 November 2005)
Marketing and technology coach to deliver keynote
Terry Brock of Achievement Systems in Orlando, Florida, will be the keynote speaker in the keynote opening general session of the 2006 Electronics Industry Sales and Marketing Conference.
News from Electronics Representatives Association (21 November 2005)
RoHS-compliant serial card has multiple interfaces
The Ultra 530.LPCI is billed as the industry's first RoHS-compliant multiple-interface PCI serial I/O card.
News from Sealevel Systems (21 November 2005)
Floating point unit goes automotive
A licence agreement has been signed for the use of the Gaisler Research Floating Point Unit with a major customer active within the automotive electronics segment.
News from Gaisler Research (21 November 2005)
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