News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 16 July
to Saturday 22 July 2006
Higgs takes charge
Peter Higgs has been appointed Managing Director of IGG Component Technology.
News from IGG Component Technology (21 July 2006)
Platform tops flip-chip machine poll
Universal Instruments' commitment to technical excellence was recognised during the Advanced Packaging Awards held at this year's Semicon West.
News from Universal Instruments (21 July 2006)
Premier source for Japanese coverage
Pyxis Technology has signed Premier Technologies of Japan to represent it in the Japanese market.
News from Pyxis Technology (21 July 2006)
Embedded support sends Pandas to Mongolia
Abacus Embedded Systems Group is providing technical and financial sponsorship to Pandarama, a project to help impoverished rural communities in Mongolia.
News from Abacus Group (21 July 2006)
Engine frees controllers from lookup duties
User Application Article The IDT75K62213 NSE helps the Net-Net family provide critical service reach, service assurance and security requirements for the delivery of interactive voice, video and multimedia communications.
News from IDT (21 July 2006)
Hall-effect joysticks provide fingertip control
Joystick provides two-axis noncontact precision-displacement fingertip control with high performance and reliability at low cost.
News from Aerco (21 July 2006)
Expression coverage aids verification performance
Expression Coverage for Verilog is included in the latest release of Riviera.
News from Aldec (21 July 2006)
Network testers evolve for fast data
Enhanced network testing tools support new high speed data technologies being deployed by wireless operators.
News from Andrew Corp (21 July 2006)
Low power methodology aids ARC designs
Azuro's PowerCentric low power methodology now is available for ARC licensees designing audio- or video-centric digital chips for embedded applications.
News from Azuro (21 July 2006)
SHARC quartet bring audio to HD DVDs
Toshiba uses four SHARC processors to power the audio signal chain in the world's first HD DVD players, the HD-A1 and the HD-XA1.
News from Analog Devices (21 July 2006)
Verification methodology proves popular
Industry adoption and support of the Verification Methodology Manual for SystemVerilog, co-authored by ARM and Synopsys, has steadily increased since the book's release in September 2005.
News from Synopsys (21 July 2006)
Platforms support 65nm reference flow
Synopsys' Galaxy design and DFM platforms support TSMC's Reference Flow 7.0.
News from Synopsys (21 July 2006)
Embedded Linux webinars continue
TimeSys Corporation is beginning a new series of embedded Linux webinars in mid-July.
News from TimeSys Corp (21 July 2006)
Memory distribution continues
Symmetry Electronics has signed an agreement with Alliance Memory, formerly part of Alliance Semiconductor, to continue distribution of its fast asynchronous memory products.
News from Symmetry Electronics (21 July 2006)
Alliance addresses different etching needs
Xactix and Surface Technology Systems are planning to unveil a comprehensive line of production-oriented release etching tools for MEMS.
News from Surface Technology Systems (21 July 2006)
Rugged fibre connector lowers profile
The innovative, lower profile design of the modular Pro Beam Mini connector shortens the connector length and reduces its weight by over half of the weight of the original Pro Beam Jr.
News from Tyco Electronics - Comns Computer Consumer Elctrns (21 July 2006)
ASML nears billion-Euro quarter
ASML Holding has announced 2006 second quarter results with net sales of Eur 942 million.
News from ASML (21 July 2006)
DigRF interface suits RF and baseband for 3G
TTPCom's 3G DigRF solution is designed to enable semiconductor device vendors to quickly and easily add a 3G DigRF compliant digital interface to both 3G RF and baseband ICs.
News from TTPCom (21 July 2006)
PC-based platforms shrink to 3.5in factor
Axiomtek has announced a pair of ultra-low-power 3.5in embedded SBCs that feature a sub-1W-rated AMD Geode LX processors.
News from Axiomtek (21 July 2006)
Compact thermal printer has many plusses
Custom Engineering's Mini Plus is designed to meet the demands of a plethora of printing requirements yet boasts a small form factor of just 87 x 61 x 42mm.
News from Trident (21 July 2006)
Chinese handset makers move up-market
Mainland China handset makers are focusing on midrange and high-end mobile phones to grab a bigger share of overseas markets.
News from Global Sources (21 July 2006)
Antennas shrink the size of DVB-H handsets
Internal passive DVB-H antennas enable handsets far smaller than current DVB-H devices.
News from Fractus (21 July 2006)
Memory interface IP makes more of embedded DDR
ARM has expanded its Velocity DDR memory interface products to support a number of application-specific SDRAM requirements.
News from ARM (21 July 2006)
Application processor mops up multimedia functions
A single-chip application processor integrates the core functions needed for the development of portable multimedia devices.
News from NEC Electronics (Europe) (21 July 2006)
Interoperable solutions speed customer development
IAR Systems and Micrium have signed a business agreement under the terms of which both companies will market and sell each other's products. Brochure Available
News from IAR Systems (21 July 2006)
Companion chip upgrades designs to video
Versatile video companion complements existing SoCs with video encode, decode and image processing functions and can for example upgrade a MP3/audio or cellphone with video.
News from On Demand Microelectronics (21 July 2006)
ZigBee modules ease wireless networking
ZigBee modules allow a wireless personal area network to be established quickly and easily.
News from RF Solutions (21 July 2006)
IPTV set-top box to become reference design
IntAct is to produce a full reference design based on the award-winning AmiNET124 IPTV set-top box.
News from IntAct Software (21 July 2006)
RoHS: an outsider's perspective
Technical Background Article Chuck Dow, Director of Quality at Lantronix, discusses recent RoHS legislation and its global implications.
News from Lantronix (21 July 2006)
Wireless device server eases security integration
User Application Article Isonas IP door readers are now able to connect directly to a standard 802.11b wireless access point and eliminate the need for costly high-maintenance security control panels and expensive wiring.
News from Lantronix (21 July 2006)
Reference flow 7.0 includes design for test suite
Mentor Graphics' entire design for test tool suite is included in TSMC's Reference Flow 7.0.
News from Mentor Graphics UK (21 July 2006)
Real-time operating system for embedded systems
Embest releases Embest lxRTOS, a multi-thread, multi-task real-time operating system intended for use in embedded systems that require maximum reliability.
News from Embest Info and Tech Company (21 July 2006)
Debug and simulate before silicon implementation
Arteris will output SystemC transaction level models (TLM) from its NoC tool suite for incorporation into TLM platforms developed in CoWare Platform Architect.
News from CoWare (21 July 2006)
Bluetooth audio development with SBC middleware
Renesas introduces SBC Middleware, an important enabling tool in the development of audio applications for Bluetooth devices using SuperH family microprocessors incorporating an SH3-DSP CPU core.
News from Renesas Technology Europe (21 July 2006)
New series of low power switchers
UR Group has introduced the LP25 and LP40 series of low power switchers from its partner Astec Power, providing a new terminal block option.
News from Ultimate Renaissance (21 July 2006)
Diode pumped acousto-optic switched laser
The Starlase A08 diode pumped acousto-optic switched laser has proven highly successful in a diverse range of applications, particularly the plasma display panels (PDP) industry
News from Powerlase (21 July 2006)
New PXI-5105 eight-channel digitiser
A cost-effective alternative to systems that use multiplexed A/D convertors or switches to increase channel count. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (21 July 2006)
Dual-range, automotive-qualified sensors
LEM has introduced a series of dual-range, automotive-qualified sensors for accurate, wide-range current measurements in vehicle battery monitoring applications.
News from LEM UK (21 July 2006)
Fully-secure connectivity for Christie Digital
User Application Article SecureBox is the first secure device server to offer a National Institute of Standards and Technology certified implementation of AES as specified by Federal Information Processing Standards
News from Lantronix (21 July 2006)
Frequency quadrupler for Milstar Satcom uplink
Endwave defence Systems has announced the release of a 44 GHz frequency multiplier subsystem for Milstar Satcom uplink applications.
News from Endwave Defense Systems (21 July 2006)
LED solutions for the automotive industry
User Application Article Philips Lumileds lighting company is supplying the power LED technology behind a variety of exterior lighting innovations on 2006 automobiles.
News from Philips Lumileds Lighting (21 July 2006)
Floating-point arithmetic toolkit
New toolkit for floating-point arithmetic implementation in high-density programmable logic.
News from Celoxica (21 July 2006)
SJ7 solder alloy from Almit Technology
SJ7's resultant ability to deliver a superior performance under highly challenging conditions is currently driving its widespread adoption in aerospace and military applications
News from Almit Technology (21 July 2006)
New embedded systems initiative
A new embedded systems initiative called SPEEDS (Speculative and Exploratory Design in Systems Engineering) has been established.
News from SPEEDS Consortium (21 July 2006)
Multi-year OEM agreement with Eve
Synplicity has signed a multi-year OEM agreement with Eve pursuant to which Synplicity will provide Eve's customers with access to Synplicity's industry-leading FPGA synthesis technology.
News from Synplicity (21 July 2006)
Breakthrough in energy conversion
Energy conversion with exciting potential benefits for a range of multi-billion dollar markets.
News from Eneco (21 July 2006)
Extended RTL-to-GDSII low-power reference design
Extended RTL-to-GDSII low-power reference design flow for the latest 65-nanometer (nm) process offered by the IBM-Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing-Samsung Common Platform technology initiative.
News from Synopsys (21 July 2006)
Crystal products business enhanced by acquisition
Kyocera Kinseki Corporation to acquire Hertz Technology as a wholly owned subsidiary in order to further enhance its crystal products business
News from Kyocera Corp (21 July 2006)
Faster to market using Galaxy design platform
User Application Article Synopsys' Galaxy design platform provides a complete RTL-to-GDSII low-power solution that has enabled customers to develop more competitive products and get them to market faster
News from Synopsys (21 July 2006)
Bluetooth to be in a third of new vehicles in 2012
Bluetooth will feature in a third of new vehicles in 2012, increasing from just 3 percent in 2005 according to a new report from technology and consulting firm Strategy Analytics.
News from Strategy Analytics (21 July 2006)
100th design win for the Capsense interface
Cypress Semiconductor awarded its 100th design win for the Capsense capacitive touch sensing interface
News from Cypress Semiconductor (21 July 2006)
Inductors offer superior performance
The new DR365-1 and DR365-2 Inductors from Datatronic Distribution offer superior performance and reliability.
News from Datatronic Distribution (21 July 2006)
Summer 2006 full-line CD Components Catalog
Miteq has recently released its Summer 2006 full-line CD Components Catalog which offers one of the most comprehensive displays of standard and custom capabilities in the industry.
News from Miteq (21 July 2006)
UFD market evolution report
independent survey indicates that the UFD market is evolving with features such as data security, operating system compatibility, reliability and ease-of-use
News from M-Systems (21 July 2006)
R/flex jade series flexible circuit materials
R/flex Jade series flexible circuit materials are the next generation of the industry-leading R/flex Crystal epoxy adhesive system.
News from Rogers Corp (21 July 2006)
IR SMD product line expanded
TT electronics Optek Technology has expanded its IR SMD product line with the development of an 880nm wavelength infra-red light emitting diode that delivers a 100deg inclusive beam angle.
News from Optek Technology (21 July 2006)
Solderability or soldering ability
Gen3 Systems has called attention to the need for manufacturers to draw a clear distinction between solderability and soldering ability
News from Gen3 Systems (21 July 2006)
Testers and transmitters set for Amsterdam show
At this year's International Broadcasting Convention in Amsterdam from 8th to 12th September, Rohde and Schwarz will showcase its innovations in Hall 8, Booth 250, and in the IBC's mobile zone.
News from Rohde and Schwarz (21 July 2006)
Kepco enlists help with Federal market
DC power supply specialist Kepco has signed TestMart to provide a product catalogue and US Government marketplace services to better serve and expand its federal customer channel.
News from TestMart (20 July 2006)
ICs expand I/O options
I/O bus expanders provide a simple and cost-effective method to address eight I2C or SMBus I/O ports.
News from Catalyst Semiconductor (20 July 2006)
Hardware shortage delays mobile broadband take-up
The number of 3.5G mobile broadband subscribers worldwide will boom more than tenfold from 2.5 million in 2006 to more than 300 million in 2011.
News from Informa Telecoms and Media (20 July 2006)
Collaboration cuts power in 65nm design
A design collaboration between TSMC and ARM on a 65nm low-power test chip has resulted in significant reductions in both dynamic and leakage power.
News from TSMC (20 July 2006)
Anyka licenses processor for multimedia devices
Anyka has licensed the ARM926EJ-STM processor through the ARM Foundry Programme.
News from ARM (20 July 2006)
Next-generation Wi-Fi chipset gathers momentum
Broadcom Corporation reports that its Intensi-fi family of draft-802.11n silicon devices is gaining momentum as more manufacturers and consumers adopt next generation Wi-Fi technology.
News from Broadcom Corp (20 July 2006)
Instruments gain free software and support
Strategic Test Corp offers free software updates and technical support on all future purchases of the UltraFast range of digitiser, AWG, fast digital I/O and digital pattern generator cards.
News from Strategic Test (20 July 2006)
Interface brings harmony to microwave software
Vector Fields and AWR have completed the integration of Concerto software into AWR's Microwave Office circuit design platform.
News from Vector Fields (20 July 2006)
Big-screen TVs reward top MCU designs
The MSP430 microcontroller eZ design contest is open to entries until 9th October 2006.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (20 July 2006)
Magnifier makes benchwork easier
High performance bench magnifier hosts a number of benefits to the user making working under magnification easier, comfortable and more accurate. Brochure Available
News from Vision Engineering (20 July 2006)
Website allows comparison of products
Schurter has extended its website with a parametric search engine that allows visitors to search for many functional attributes and allows for the comparison of products. Brochure Available
News from Schurter (20 July 2006)
Self-service demos show off software at DAC
Pulsic is offering visitors to this year's Design Automation Conference (DAC) in San Francisco an innovative way of learning what's new about its products and services.
News from Pulsic (20 July 2006)
Radio chips upgrade flexibly with firmware
CML Microcircuits' FirmASIC based family of products allow two-way radio designers to embrace a new style of flexibility in global markets.
News from CML Microcircuits (20 July 2006)
Business as usual for Tower
We are used to seeing Israeli CEOs meeting or talking with US investors and customers during Middle East security crises, explaining that it's business as usual in Israel.
News from Tower Semiconductor (20 July 2006)
PowerPC-based SBC offers scalable performance
The ESBX-4440 Series is billed as an ideal solution for packet switching applications in the communication, industrial and storage markets as well as OEM design requirements for scalable performance.
News from Actis Computer (20 July 2006)
Survey identifies 8500-plus UK-based IC designers
The results of its very first national survey of UK semiconductor design have been published by the National Microelectronics Institute.
News from National Microelectronics Institute (20 July 2006)
Cores prove more popular than expected
Tensilica has revealed that market acceptance of its new Diamond Standard processor family exceeded the company's expectations in the first quarter since these processor cores were introduced.
News from Tensilica (20 July 2006)
Design and system interconnect go with the flow
The Cadence Encounter digital IC design platform and Cadence Allegro system interconnect platform have been integrated into TSMC's Reference Flow 7.0.
News from Cadence Design Systems (20 July 2006)
Software makes more of programmable platforms
The Programmable Synthesis Engine is a logic optimisation and mapping software product that is customisable for a variety of programmable platform architectures.
News from Softjin Technologies (20 July 2006)
Alliance to aid multimedia chip designers
CoFluent Design is working with Sonics to reduce time to profitability of joint customers developing digital multimedia systems.
News from CoFluent Design (20 July 2006)
Voice/data/fax module outperforms the competition
A reliable, slim-profile voice/data/fax module features ultralow power consumption, high performance and a footprint that integrates easily into a wide range of existing OEM product configurations.
News from Radicom Research (20 July 2006)
Design points to single-phase POL convertors
Single-phase point of load reference design enables engineers to easily and quickly implement digitally controlled POL convertors for many end applications.
News from Silicon Laboratories (20 July 2006)
Power connectors handle two blades at once
Board-to-board power connector has customised insulator options and a DualBlade contact design to reduce connector length and conserve printed circuit board real estate.
News from Tyco Electronics - Comns Computer Consumer Elctrns (20 July 2006)
CardBus connectors keep their cool
CardBus connector technology incorporates an integrated heatsink to address thermal concerns.
News from Tyco Electronics - Comns Computer Consumer Elctrns (20 July 2006)
3D wire bond checker is a winner
Amkor Technology has received the coveted Advanced Packaging Award in the Package Design Software and Equipment Category for its innovative 3D wire bond checker.
News from Amkor Technology (20 July 2006)
Aculab stars in Alliance supplier awards
After consistently outperforming 17 other global suppliers Aculab has been honoured with the supplier of the year award from Alliance Systems.
News from Aculab (19 July 2006)
Extender eases mezzanine card debugging
The NAMC-EXT eases debugging of AMC modules by enabling the user to access the module under test from both sides.
News from Meikon (19 July 2006)
Speedy convertor samples six inputs
A low-power 14bit 600Ksample/s analogue-to-digital convertor has six simultaneous sampling differential inputs. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (19 July 2006)
Microwave components come with long experience
Micro Metalsmiths has been designing and manufacturing precision monopulse comparators and waveguide assemblies for front end applications since 1964.
News from Micro Metalsmiths (19 July 2006)
Size is no problem for IR touch screens
Trident has made available IRtouch's complete product line of infra-red touch-screens, from 6.4 to 127in.
News from Trident (19 July 2006)
Eastern DVR makers set to ramp up output
Mainland China exports of CCTV digital video recorders are expected to reach US $139 million in 2006, up 70% from last year.
News from Global Sources (19 July 2006)
Expansion set to double tester output
With the completion of a brand new 1300m2 production hall, Seica has nearly doubled its production capacity.
News from Seica (19 July 2006)
Reference flow takes in more tools
Latest TSMC reference flow features a powerful statistical static timing analyser, a set of new power management techniques and an array of design for manufacturing enhancements.
News from TSMC (19 July 2006)
EDA tool suppliers join compliance programme
Multiple TSMC design service ecosystem partners have achieved DFM compliance for their 65nm tools.
News from TSMC (19 July 2006)
Memory system IP proves popular
User Application Article The Silicon Aware Self-Test and Repair (STAR) Memory System has exceeded 100,000,000 units shipped.
News from Virage Logic (19 July 2006)
Sofinnova steps in to fund design services growth
Sofinnova Partners has led a Eur 10.6 million financing in Accent, following STMicroelectronics' decision to divest its majority shareholding to focus its attention on its core businesses and markets.
News from Accent (19 July 2006)
Handset processor focuses on digital TV
Offering excellent video processing capability at lower cost, Renesas' SH-MobileL3V application processor is designed specifically for use in terrestrial digital broadcast capable mobile phones.
News from Renesas Technology Europe (19 July 2006)
Express delivery for PCB pin headers
Displays and interconnect specialist GTK is expanding its 2go range with 2.54mm PCB pin headers, guaranteeing next-day product delivery, complete with technical drawings. Brochure Available
News from GTK (19 July 2006)
Electroluminescent display innovations due in 2007
Pelikon has announced a schedule of industry innovations for 2007 and beyond as part of its product roadmap strategy.
News from Pelikon (19 July 2006)
ARM9-based platform gains OS and training support
IWave Systems now supports Linux and Win CE.NET on its Atmel ARM9 platform.
News from iWave Systems Technologies (19 July 2006)
Awards double for DEK at Semicon West
DEK took to the podium at last week's Semicon West event to accept not one, but two Advanced Packaging awards in recognition of the company's latest technology innovations.
News from DEK (19 July 2006)
Fluxer offers high-speed alternative for PoP
Hardware and process technology accommodates effective flux dipping and soldering for enhanced manufacturing flexibility in package-on-package applications.
News from Universal Instruments (19 July 2006)
Expansion caters for UPS systems growth
Uninterruptible Power Supplies has doubled the size of its Berkshire headquarters and recruited additional administrative and engineering staff in response to ongoing business growth.
News from Uninterruptible Power Supplies (19 July 2006)
Kitemark guarantees RoHS awareness
Abacus Group has become the largest UK franchised distributor to achieve the BSI RoHS Kitemark licence for RoHS awareness and implementation in its UK operation.
News from Abacus Group (19 July 2006)
Flash 8bit MCUs come with more options
All-Flash 8bit microcontroller series gains 10 new products, including three low-pin-count MCUs in compact packages and seven low-cost MCUs without A/D convertors.
News from NEC Electronics (Europe) (19 July 2006)
Virtual system prototyping majors on multicore
Comet6 extends Vast's lead in embedded systems design by providing the richest set of product enhancements to date.
News from Vast Systems Technology (19 July 2006)
Processor model aims to unite design flow
The 1-Source initiative aims to unify the embedded system design flow.
News from Vast Systems Technology (19 July 2006)
Single-output supplies seek new applications
Compact single-output PSU range adds models that are approved for use in medical equipment and others which perform reliably in the harshest of operating environments. Brochure Available
News from Lambda (19 July 2006)
Transceiver and antenna come together for Wi-Fi
An RF front-end module is designed to improve integration and reduce cost of Wi-Fi systems compliant to the 802.11b/g specification.
News from SiGe Semiconductor (19 July 2006)
PoE midspans are available online
Phihong reckons it has made PoE implementation even quicker and more convenient by making its full line of midspans available for purchase via the company's website.
News from Phihong Europe (19 July 2006)
Acquisition goes to plan
AMI Semiconductor has successfully completed its acquisition of certain assets of Starkey Laboratories' integrated circuit design centre for approximately $6 million in cash.
News from AMI Semiconductor (19 July 2006)
Narrowband transmitter module goes a long way
A high-power FM transmitter claims class-leading long-range performance for a miniature narrowband module.
News from MK Consultants (19 July 2006)
Battery-actuated hydraulic crimper delivers more
The newly designed Burndy Patriot PAT750XT-18V battery-actuated hydraulic crimping tool is designed for the contractor, utility and telecommunications markets.
News from FCI-Burndy (19 July 2006)
Microchip joins automotive workgroup
Microchip Technology has joined the EEMBC as a member of the consortium workgroup focused on developing system-level benchmarks for automotive applications.
News from EEMBC (19 July 2006)
Capacitors cut resistance and inductance
Surface mount conductive polymer capacitors combine ultralow equivalent series resistance with the lowest inductance available on the market for products of this type.
News from Kemet Electronics Corp (19 July 2006)
Bridge and decoders combine for PCIe video
Reference-design platform aids in the development of multichannel PCIe video boards.
News from PLX Technology Europe (19 July 2006)
Timing analyser handles 20-million-gate designs
User Application Article NEC Electronics' EMMA project team has successfully taped out designs with up to 20 million gates using Incentia's TimeCraft static timing analyser and its advanced on-chip-variation analysis.
News from Incentia Design Systems (19 July 2006)
Lightweight GPS module expands animal research
User Application Article A technology partnership will soon make it possible for scientists to study the behaviour of endangered species once thought too tiny to be tracked by GPS.
News from u-blox (19 July 2006)
Forum to feature UPS paper
Transistor Devices will be speaking at the Digital Power Forum scheduled for 18th to 20th September 2006 at the Renaissance Dallas Richardson hotel.
News from TDI Power (19 July 2006)
Practical EMC guides are free until September
REO (UK) has completed its series of 17 practical guides in handy pocket-size format, covering a wide range of EMC immunity and emissions standards. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) (19 July 2006)
Microgenerator powers chopper sensors for free
Hot on the heels of the world's first truly effective vibration energy harvesting microgenerator, Perpetuum has released a new version designed for use on helicopters at the Farnborough Air Show.
News from Perpetuum (19 July 2006)
Class D audio power amplifier needs no heatsink
Compact reference design combines high-voltage analogue IC and power MOSFETs to complete a six-channel 120W half-bridge Class D audio power amplifier with no heatsink.
News from International Rectifier (19 July 2006)
Firmware stack aids MCU-RF integration
Cyan Technology has introduced a fully tested MicrelNet RF firmware stack for its eCOG1 microcontroller.
News from Cyan Technology (19 July 2006)
Blades and modules take Linux onboard
Emerson Network Power Embedded Computing has announced the availability of MontaVista Carrier Grade Linux for its KatanaQp AdvancedTCA blades and PmPPC7448 ProcessorPMC modules.
News from Emerson Network Power Embedded Computing (19 July 2006)
Debug and programming tool cuts design cycles
Macraigor Systems has announced the availability of J-Scan Version 2.1, the newest release of its high-speed low-cost boundary-scan debug and programming tool.
News from Macraigor Systems (19 July 2006)
Software architecture management comes to Europe
Software architecture management specialist Lattix is moving into the European market in partnership with Scientific Computers, a leading systems integrator based in the UK.
News from Lattix (19 July 2006)
Electrolyte enables printed battery integration
A novel polymer gel electrolyte is designed for very thin, flexible and rechargeable cells.
News from Leeds Lithium Power (19 July 2006)
High speed Serialiser/Deserialiser
Texas Instruments Introduces the Radiation Hardened QMLV TLK2711 SerDes Device for Use in Ultrahigh-Speed Bidirectional Point-to-Point Data Transmission Systems
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (18 July 2006)
Avago Advances to the Next Generation
Key Development in Chip Design Extends Deep Heritage of Leading-Edge IP Brochure Available
News from Avago Technologies (18 July 2006)
TUV GS Mark Has Changed
From the 1st of June 2006 the TUV GS Mark Has Changed.
News from TUV Rheinland UK (18 July 2006)
RFID and its increasingly widespread application
Electronica 2006 continues its focus on major industry growth sectors by pushing RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) to the forefront of application areas to be discussed at Wireless Congress 2006
News from Electronica (18 July 2006)
RFID - a hot topic
The desire by leading retailers to use RFID in their supply chain is one key reason why the technology is very popular today.
News from Electronica (18 July 2006)
Matsushita joins investors
The world's largest consumer electronics company has made an investment in the Berkeley Design Automation through its venture group based in San Jose.
News from Berkeley Design Automation (18 July 2006)
Profisafe Successful in All Markets
In recent years, safety technologies have progressed from conventional technology based on relay controls to integrated solutions using standard bus systems.
News from Profibus Group (18 July 2006)
IO Link Gains Momentum
Profibus International (PI) together with 14 manufacturers in the "IO Link" working group is developing the specification for a fieldbus-independent communication interface in factory automation.
News from Profibus Group (18 July 2006)
Environmental test lab opens for business
TUV America has opened a new state-of-the-art environmental testing facility at its Twin Cities location in New Brighton
News from TUV SUD America (18 July 2006)
XPM Picked for Secure Software Storage
Bitmicro Networks Signs Corporate Agreement for Kilopass 90-Nanometer XPM Memory Technology
News from Kilopass Technology (18 July 2006)
Power Over Ethernet Solutions
New Adapter Provides Power Over Ethernet Solutions For IT, Security And Automation Systems
News from PowerSupplyShop (18 July 2006)
New ASIC-Based Oscillators
New from Link Microtek is a family of surface-mount clock oscillators and VCXOs that not only offer high performance but are available with exceptionally short lead times
News from Link Microtek (18 July 2006)
Anritsu announces further expansion
As part of an ongoing process of continued growth and investment, Anritsu has announced the formation of Anritsu EMEA
News from Anritsu (UK) (18 July 2006)
Novel harness design contract secured
AB Connectors has secured a major contract to supply inter-car jumper harnesses to turnkey enhancements provider Transys Projects.
News from AB Connectors (18 July 2006)
Fused Terminal Block with Spare Fuse
Camden Electronics' latest fused terminal block incorporates a spare fuse option in the fuse carrier allowing technicians to immediately locate a replacement in the event of a blown fuse
News from Camden Electronics (18 July 2006)
Single-Output Open-Frame AC/DC convertor
Powersolve announces 80 to 130W Single-Output Open-Frame AC/DC convertor
News from Powersolve (18 July 2006)
Exclusive presentation by renowned EDA researcher
Dr Resve Saleh to present on the causes and impact of dynamic coupling.
News from Xoomsys (18 July 2006)
New pocket size Product Selector
Phoenix Contact has produced a convenient pocket size product selector for spring cage terminals and accessories to compliment the Clipline complete range of DIN rail mounted terminals. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (18 July 2006)
Getting the alarms before it is too late
Omniflex has now developed the new M2 series RTU that supersedes the ubiquitous squeezer systems from the 1980s to current times Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (18 July 2006)
Advanced Debugging of Intel's XScale PXA270
Hitex has extended the Tantino JTAG-debug tool to support the PXA270 processor of the Intel XScale family.
News from Hitex Development Tools (18 July 2006)
High-Speed, 4-A MOSFET Driver
TI Introduces High-Speed, 4-A MOSFET Driver for Server and DC/DC Power Systems 8-Pin Power Supply Gate Driver
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (18 July 2006)
Partnership programme aids SiP designers
Polyteda Software Corporation has set up its Initial Strategic Partnership Programme (ISPP).
News from Polyteda Software Corporation (18 July 2006)
Save time and money with new service
Versatile and cost-effective subassembly manufacturing service from laser diode and optoelectronic component specialist, Photonic Products . Brochure Available
News from Photonic Products (18 July 2006)
Digital Power Alliance
Linear Technology and Primarion have announced an alliance to produce digital point-of-load (POL) products for the networking, computing and telecommunications infrastructure markets. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (18 July 2006)
Fast Sampling and High Resolution
When your data acquisition application needs fast 16-bit sampling and significant processing under Windows, check out the latest product from Microstar Laboratories.
News from Microstar Laboratories (18 July 2006)
MRAM cell technology for embedding
NEC has developed magnetoresistive random access memory cell technology suitable for high speed memory macro embedded in next generation system LSIs.
News from NEC (18 July 2006)
4.3in LCDs feature 16:9 format
Sharp presents its new lineup of small-format widescreen displays with ASV technology for demanding mobile A/V and industrial applications
News from Sharp Microelectronics Europe (18 July 2006)
Impressive performance without the price tag
The GDS 2000 series of digital storage oscilloscopes, just launched by GW Instek, is destined to become the new benchmark for mid-range, general-purpose DSOs.
News from Aspen Electronics (18 July 2006)
New PC/104 Power Supply Range
Designed primarily for use in vehicles, the new V104 is a PC/104 multiple output DC to DC 25 watt convertor with a wide input range of 8 to 30V (6:1) and is ideal for battery or unregulated input
News from Datasound Laboratories (18 July 2006)
Miniature enclosures take remote control
Snap series enclosures are designed for housing small electronic devices.
News from Teko Enclosures (18 July 2006)
Interconnectivity for ATCA Zone 3
The new MTP-CPI (coplanar interconnect) from Molex is the only MT-ferrule-based interconnect designed specifically for coplanar applications.
News from Molex UK (18 July 2006)
Molex to Acquire Woodhead Industries
Molex Incorporated and Woodhead Industries have jointly announced that the two companies have signed a definitive merger agreement pursuant to which Molex will acquire Woodhead
News from Molex UK (18 July 2006)
Multiple Optical-Connector Interfaces
The new universal Electro Magnetic Interference (EMI) adapter from Molex gives users the ability to change one half of the optical interface to suit specific applications
News from Molex UK (18 July 2006)
Rutronik receives Award from Epson
Rutronik receives "President's Award FY2005" from Epson Europe Ispringen (Germany), 14.
News from Rutronik Elektronische Bauelemente (18 July 2006)
Strategy centres on IP IP and ESL technology
CebaTech has unveiled its strategy to deliver high-value, high-performance Internet Protocol intellectual property and breakthrough ESL technology to companies developing ASIC and FPGA solutions.
News from CebaTech (18 July 2006)
External supplies meet Energy Star requirements
New families of external power supplies range from 6 to 60W, meet the requirements of the EPA Energy Star programme, and are suitable for both medical and commercial applications.
News from SL Power Electronics Corporation (17 July 2006)
Widescreen LCD is easy to design-in
A 7in widescreen TFT-LCD module complete with interface, power sequencing and OSD control already integrated eases design challenges and reduces time to market for new products. Brochure Available
News from Anders Electronics (17 July 2006)
Record Asian revenues keep ARC on course
ARC International's unaudited turnover for the first half of fiscal year 2006 will be approximately GBP 6.0 million pounds, 11% higher than the corresponding period in 2005.
News from ARC International (17 July 2006)
Motorola standardises on boundary scan systems
Asset InterTech has signed a multiyear contract to become Motorola's worldwide supplier of boundary scan (IEEE1149.1 or JTAG) electronic test systems.
News from Asset InterTech (17 July 2006)
Dual sampling A/D convertor runs up to 10Msample/s
Fully integrated dual sampling 10Mample/s 14bit resolution A/D convertor is ideally suited for use in high-speed data acquisition systems that demand low noise and high performance. Brochure Available
News from Murata Power Solutions (17 July 2006)
Distribution deal is prelude to US office
CoFluent Design has taken the first steps towards establishing a direct presence in the US market.
News from CoFluent Design (17 July 2006)
New members include Freescale
Freescale Semiconductor has joined the Fab Owners Association as a voting member.
News from Fab Owners Association (FOA) (17 July 2006)
Distributor passes spot test with flying colours
In an independent spot-test conducted anonymously and with no warning, Harwin distributor Genalog scored 100% when questioned by a third party company posing as a customer.
News from Harwin (17 July 2006)
Multifunction module acquires digital and anlogue
SeaI/O-470 modules are perfect for a wide variety of applications, including process control, data acquisition, broadcast automation, security and facility management.
News from Sealevel Systems (17 July 2006)
Extender sends serial over Cat5
The KVMS Extender allows users to operate keyboard, video, mouse and serial devices up to 300m from a computer using a single Cat5 UTP/FTP cable.
News from Minicom Advanced Systems (17 July 2006)
Polyband tuner chip has global application
A new UK-based RF and mixed signal fabless semiconductor company has developed the world's first polyband tuner for mobile digital broadcast reception.
News from Mirics Semiconductor (17 July 2006)
Web forum aids MCU developers
An online forum is dedicated to the 78K0S 8bit LPC (low-pincount) range of microcontrollers, development tools and related hardware and software products.
News from NEC Electronics (Europe) (17 July 2006)
Cooling fan produces airflow efficiently
High-efficiency 172mm cooling fan is claimed to outperform much bigger devices. Brochure Available
News from EAO (17 July 2006)
Docking connector takes charge of batteries
A small docking connector has a number of power applications, including in-situ battery charging of handheld devices.
News from ODU UK (17 July 2006)
Battery-powered UPS market continues robust growth
A recently released multiple-volume study predicts that the combined global consumption of battery-powered UPSs will increase from $5.1 billion in 2005 to approximately $6.6 billion by 2008.
News from Venture Development Corp (17 July 2006)
PXI switch module increases system density
Pickering Interfaces is further expanding its line of PXI switching modules with the introduction of another first - the world's highest-density 1A two-pole matrix in a single slot PXI module.
News from Pickering Interfaces (17 July 2006)
Kamen to deliver closing keynote
Dean Kamen, President of Deka Research and Development, will deliver the closing keynote address on "Inspiring present and future scientists and engineers to innovate" at NIWeek. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (17 July 2006)
Digital camera and imaging market analysed
Report predicts the global market for digital photo frame products will exceed 12 million units by 2010, up from an estimated 700,000 units shipped in 2005.
News from Parks Associates (17 July 2006)
Board changes shift Dialog's global focus
Former Vodafone UK Chief Technology Officer Chris Burke and O2 Capability and Innovation Director Russ Shaw are joining the Dialog Semiconductor Board of Directors.
News from Dialog Semiconductor (17 July 2006)
Dewey to raise US profile
Internationally recognised M2M expert Roger D Dewey has joined Telit.
News from Telit Wireless Solutions (17 July 2006)
T and M website adds PDA interface
A leading search engine for test and measurement equipment now includes a PDA web interface.
News from Used-Line.com (17 July 2006)
Mezzanine card makes SBCs more flexible
PMC offers support for up to three active Gigabit Ethernet ports, up to two fast sync/async serial ports, up to two standard async serial ports and up to three FireWire ports.
News from Radstone Embedded Computing (17 July 2006)
Advisory board kicks off Liberty standard at DAC
Synopsys and the Silicon Integration Initiative (Si2) have named the founding members of the Liberty standard technical advisory board (TAB).
News from Synopsys (17 July 2006)
Acquisition adds AOI to placement portfolio
Siemens Automation and Drives has acquired Opto-Control Elektronik Prufsysteme of Bochum, Germany.
News from Siemens A&D Electronics Assembly Systems (17 July 2006)
Clocking software cuts CSR chip consumption
User Application Article CSR has successfully taped-out its first design using Azuro's PowerCentric clock implementation solution.
News from Azuro (17 July 2006)
Chartered is first to join partner programme
Chip Estimate Corp has set up its own a foundry partner programme, with Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing as its founder member.
News from Chip Estimate Corp (17 July 2006)
DC systems have the power to stress
The Xantrex XTR Series of programmable DC power systems provides up to 850W from a 1U half-rack package.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (17 July 2006)
GPS receiver to put firefighters on track
User Application Article Motorola is to use u-blox technology in life-saving vehicle tracking systems deployed by the New York and Chicago fire departments.
News from u-blox (17 July 2006)
IP integration is focus at DAC
Virage Logic's DAC programme will help delegates learn how to proceed with confidence into advanced process technologies using the company's integrated IP solutions.
News from Virage Logic (17 July 2006)
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