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Sunday 19 November
to Saturday 25 November 2006

FPGAs to don military uniforms

Partnership will enable military and aerospace customers to access a broad variety of packaging options for FPGAs that meet the rigorous requirements of defence applications.

News from Altera Europe (24 November 2006)

Synthesis tool supports Stratix III

Blast FPGA, Magma's industry-leading synthesis tool for programmable logic, is solidifying its entry into the FPGA synthesis market by providing support for the new 65nm Stratix III FPGA family.

News from Magma Design Automation (24 November 2006)

Bluetooth and 802.11 coexistence schemes explained

White paper explains the problems of wireless coexistence and collocation and demonstrates how they can be tackled.

News from Ezurio (24 November 2006)

Mavrix signs for mobile TV IP

Mavrix Technology, a fabless semiconductor company developing an SoC for the mobile digital TV market, has licensed Imagination's mobile TV IP platform for use with certain mobile TV standards.

News from Imagination Technologies (24 November 2006)

MAC core is based on Certified Wireless USB

Wipro-NewLogic has completed the design of its Dual Role Device intellectual property core based on the Certified Wireless USB specification from the USB-IF.

News from Wipro-NewLogic (24 November 2006)

MHEG-5 and DSMCC software runs on ALi chipsets

Bristol-based Ocean Blue Software and Taipei-based ALi Corp have completed a software engineering project to adapt the Ocean Blue Voyager MHEG-5 and DSMCC software to ALi M3101 and M3330 chipsets.

News from Ocean Blue (24 November 2006)

Hartner to steer printing standards

DEK CEO John Hartner has been appointed to the steering committee of the IPC's SMEMA Council.

News from DEK (24 November 2006)

Project investigates routes to nanoscale devices

Innos is providing integration engineering support and prototyping services for the UK Framework 6 Network of Excellence SiNano project.

News from Innos (24 November 2006)

Capacitors qualify for automotive duties

Samwha Electric now has full TS16949 approval, underlining its continuing commitment to the automotive market.

News from Easby Electronics (24 November 2006)

Alliance focuses on re-use before disposal

Repic has agreed an alliance with FRN (Furniture Re-use Network) as a national partner for the reuse and collection of WEEE.

News from Repic (24 November 2006)

6U VPX boards mix PCI Express with Serial RapidIO

Radstone Embedded Computing has announced the first two members of a new family of 6U VPX form factor solutions.

News from Radstone Embedded Computing (24 November 2006)

LSI acquires Indian SoC designer

LSI Logic Corp has acquired Metta Technology for approximately US $7 million in cash.

News from LSI Europe (24 November 2006)

Flexible supplies squeeze in more power

The latest model in the fleXPower family of configurable power supplies, the fleXPower X10 brings an 11% increase in power using the same size chassis as earlier 900W models.

News from XP Power (24 November 2006)

Upgrade for semiconductor characterisation

KTE Interactive V6.1 is an updated version of the powerful measurement software for the Model 4200-SCS semiconductor characterisation system.  Brochure Available 

News from Keithley Instruments (24 November 2006)

Innovative ideas bring European award

The Abacus Group has been named Distributor of the Year at the Elektra European electronics industry awards.

News from Abacus Group (24 November 2006)

Emitters and sensors are in surface-mount packages

IR emitters and sensors are ideal for a variety of applications, including paper sensing in office equipment, industrial automation control, optical encoder equipment and barcode readers.

News from Optek Technology (24 November 2006)

Analysers cover full spectrum of applications

Rohde and Schwarz reckons it can now meet almost every requirement in spectrum analysis with its product portfolio of 33 instruments.  Brochure Available 

News from Rohde and Schwarz (24 November 2006)

DAB radio module goes straight onboard

Frontier Silicon has launched the world's smallest and lowest-cost DAB digital radio module available today.

News from Frontier Silicon (24 November 2006)

Power resistor keeps its cool

BI Technologies SMT Division has developed a nonmoulded power resistor rated up to 75W.

News from BI Technologies SMT (24 November 2006)

Marketing programme supports board makers

Comarketing programme is designed to help customers leverage world-renowned excellence in echo cancellation and voice quality enhancement to promote their own products.

News from Octasic (24 November 2006)

Development kit puts Ethernet core module to work

Kit comprises a complete set of powerful developer hardware, software and tools that enable rapid development of embedded network-enabled products.

News from NetBurner (24 November 2006)

LED driver covers backlights and flashes

High-efficiency charge pump integrated circuit offers a simple, low-cost white LED driver solution for driving four display backlight and two flash/torch video-mode white LEDs.

News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (24 November 2006)

Fibre tool cleaves and splices in one

The Recordsplice fibre-optic splicing system features an integrated cleaving and installation tool.

News from AMP Netconnect (24 November 2006)

Recertification keeps fibre optics fresh

Timbercon now offers recertification of fibre-optic products, regardless of manufacturer, as part of a preventive maintenance plan.

News from Timbercon (24 November 2006)

EPIC platform offers full range of processors

Axiomtek has launched a new low power EPIC form factor SBC, the EP812, which supports Socket 478 for Intel Pentium M and Intel Celeron M processors running at 400MHz FSB speeds.

News from Axiomtek (24 November 2006)

Mission showcases UK display technology research

OLED-T is participating in a UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) display mission to Asia in order to showcase the advantages of display technology research and development (R and D) in the UK.

News from OLED-T (24 November 2006)

Chinese headset makers slow to go wireless

Makers of headphones in Greater China expect to export 170 million units in 2006, up 17% over 2005, according to Global Sources' "China Sourcing Report: Headphones".

News from Global Sources (24 November 2006)

New standard for medical electrical equipment

The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published the latest guidance for medical electrical equipment.

News from BSI British Standards (24 November 2006)

Coleman looks to consumer electronics sector

JAE Europe has appointed Gavin Coleman as Key Account Manager for the company's customers in the consumer electronics sector.

News from JAE Europe (24 November 2006)

Design award for lone worker protection device

Triteq has been named the winner of the Elektra Design Application of the Year Award.

News from Triteq (24 November 2006)

Military spec connectors cut out cadmium

Aerco now offers rapid deliveries on zinc cobalt plated versions of D38999 series III and AB05 connectors that meet the requirements of MIL-C-26482 series 1.

News from Aerco (24 November 2006)

Mobile phone tester adapts to Chinese needs

Willtek Communications has a new option that is designed to speed up integration testing and production of TD-SCDMA mobile phones.

News from Willtek Communications (24 November 2006)

Optocouplers are screened to military standards

Available now from Isocom is a range of dual-channel radiation-tolerant 16-pin ceramic optocouplers.

News from Isocom (24 November 2006)

Presentation system takes quick route to Ethernet

 User Application Article  Based on proven technology, NetPort uses the popular XPort device server from Lantronix and is currently being used in a number of different applications from industrial sensors to vending machines.

News from Alpha Micro Components (24 November 2006)

Networking franchise spreads over Europe

Acal and Lantronix have expanded their existing franchise agreement in the UK and Netherlands to cover France, Germany, Spain, Italy and the Nordic countries.

News from Acal Semiconductors (24 November 2006)

Transceiver, stack and analyser cover ZigBee

Microchip has released three new offerings for wireless networking - the MRF24J40 transceiver, the MiWi protocol stack and the Zena wireless network analyser.

News from Microchip Technology (24 November 2006)

COTS supplies are made for military duties

New class of user-defined, modular power solutions cover military COTS applications such as radar, military ground vehicle, communications equipment and aerospace.

News from Vicor UK (24 November 2006)

Antenna switch needs no voltage convertor

New from Peregrine Semiconductor, the PE42612 RF antenna switch is a flip-chip SP4T switch for multiband GSM/Edge handset applications.

News from Peregrine Semiconductor (24 November 2006)

Speedy buffer uses Serial RapidIO

Extending its leadership in wireless infrastructure design, Integrated Device Technology has unveiled its 10G serial buffer, the industry's first Serial RapidIO-based memory solution.

News from IDT (24 November 2006)

Low-profile front end meets military standards

Available now from Vicor, the 1RU high-power-density PFC FrontEnd is designed for use with various power modules.

News from Vicor UK (24 November 2006)

Multiple-output supplies keep low profile

The MTW series of multiple-output power supplies feature slim, compact construction with an exceptionally low unit height of 26mm for all models and are available in 15, 30 and 60W versions.  Brochure Available 

News from Lambda (23 November 2006)

PoL convertors have flexible outputs

Just 4.5mm high, the latest CE-10xx range of low-profile surface mount, nonisolated point of load DC/DC convertors designed and manufactured by TDK are now available from Lambda.  Brochure Available 

News from Lambda (23 November 2006)

Single-chip Bluetooth raises range and datarate

The BlueCore5-FM claims the highest Bluetooth performance on the market, offering connectivity of up to 3Mbit/s and unrivalled output power of +10dBm.

News from Cambridge Silicon Radio (23 November 2006)

Distributor raises profile in Eastern Europe

Zytronic has strengthened its presence in Eastern Europe by signing a distribution agreement with the Electronic Components Division of Elatec.

News from Zytronic (23 November 2006)

SMBus battery charger delivers up to 4A

A fast, precision smart battery charger controller operates with or without a host microcontroller.  Brochure Available 

News from Linear Technology Corp (23 November 2006)

DSL test set assesses quality of service

Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering has released a new IPTV quality of service (QoS) assessment package for its full-featured multilayered Colt-450P DSL test set.

News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (23 November 2006)

RFID costs are barrier to adoption

Report claims it is the high cost of RFID technology, rather than any technical challenge, that is the biggest obstacle for industry-wide adoption.

News from Electronics Enabled Products KTN (23 November 2006)

Long life for panel potentiometers

BI Technologies Electronic Components Division has expanded its product offering to include a large range of panel potentiometers.

News from BI Technologies Electronic Components Division (23 November 2006)

Software developers to converge on Cambridge

Code Generation 2007 will bring together leading software developers, vendors and consultants in Cambridge's Homerton College from 18th to 20th May 2007.

News from Software Acumen (23 November 2006)

Lab is dedicated to solid-state lighting

Optek Technology has set up an in-house visible LED lab designed to assist customers in developing solutions for applications involving solid-state lighting.

News from Optek Technology (23 November 2006)

Compression reduces Sanyo's test data by 90%

 User Application Article  Sanyo Semiconductor has adopted the Synopsys DFT MAX scan compression automation solution to further increase the test quality of its digital designs.

News from Synopsys (23 November 2006)

Resistors provide maximum thermal compliance

Family of power MELF resistors feature extended performance capability with ratings up to 2W.

News from IRC Wirewound and Film Technologies (23 November 2006)

Development centre builds on Chinese alliances

picoChip has announced a significant expansion in its global presence, with the establishment of a new development centre in Beijing, China.

News from picoChip Designs (23 November 2006)

In-house supercomputer is one of the best

Synopsys has become the first electronic design automation company to be included on a list of sites operating the world's most powerful supercomputers.

News from Synopsys (23 November 2006)

Passives offer choice of silicon and ceramic

Comprehensive range of surface mount wire bondable devices consists of resistors, network arrays, capacitors, multitap chip resistors and divider networks on silicon and ceramic.

News from IRC Advanced Film Division (23 November 2006)

Design, tooling and assembly come together

GTK has launched a custom fabrication service with the aim of adding value and reducing time to market for its customers.  Brochure Available 

News from GTK (23 November 2006)

Video multiplexer boosts bandwidth

Multiplexer has bandwidth capable of exceeding the high-resolution requirements for high-definition (HD), 1080p and 1080i, and PC graphics video signals.

News from Fairchild Semiconductor (23 November 2006)

Light engines smooth the switch to LEDs

New power LED light engines from CML-Innovative Technologies (CML-IT) make moving to LED technology simple.  Brochure Available 

News from CML Innovative Technologies (23 November 2006)

Connectors allow high-speed multipin transmission

Harwin has responded to demands from makers of mobile phones for a high-speed fine-line coax connector with its M480 series 0.4mm pitch micro coax connector.

News from Harwin (23 November 2006)

Sales agreement targets space industry

Tekdata Interconnections has signed IGG Component Technology to promote its Cryoconnect cable assemblies to its global space industry customer base.

News from Tekdata Interconnect Systems (23 November 2006)

Backlit displays slim for modern trends

Pelikon is continuing to evolve its revolutionary pSEL segmented flexible display technology with the introduction of new 50% slimmer and more flexible pSEL Backlites and Animated Backlites.

News from Pelikon (23 November 2006)

Passives distribution bucks the trend

TTI Europe is on target to achieve year-on-year growth figures which are more than double that predicted for the industry in general.  Brochure Available 

News from TTI Europe (23 November 2006)

Software ships with Saguaro evaluation kit

An evaluation version of Kozio's kDiagnostics software is now shipping as part of AMCC's new Saguaro evaluation kit for the nP3705 packet processor.

News from Kozio (23 November 2006)

Looking for true mobile broadband

Recent concludes that alternative technologies will contribute just 6% of the forecast 500 million mobile broadband users globally by 2010.

News from Strategy Analytics (23 November 2006)

Mackie manages semiconductor packaging materials

Indium Corporation has announced the addition of Andy Mackie as Product Manager for Semiconductor Packaging Materials.

News from Indium Corporation of America (23 November 2006)

Current sense resistor handles automotive duties

Resistor features a wider metal alloy resistive element that offers exceptional TCR ratings and superior thermal compliance.

News from IRC Wirewound and Film Technologies (23 November 2006)

LEDs launch datacommunications

Optek Technology has developed a series of fibre optic LED transmitters for integration into datacommunications equipment.

News from Optek Technology (23 November 2006)

USB acquisition module combines many functions

USB device is an ideal solution for adding portable, easy-to-install, digital and serial capabilities to any PC or embedded system with a USB port.

News from Acces I/O Products (23 November 2006)

Engineering manager is technology evangelist

Albert Castillo has joined Arma Design as Engineering Manager, responsible for managing the engineering group at Arma's San Diego headquarters.

News from Arma Design (23 November 2006)

Embedded system is ready to play

Embedded system is designed for gaming applications that typically require reliable and powerful computing, superior graphical performance, multiple I/O configurations and long product life support.

News from Acrosser (23 November 2006)

Distribution deal expands analogue offerings

Solid State Supplies has been appointed as a distributor for Santa Clara based manufacturer Catalyst Semiconductor.

News from Solid State Supplies (22 November 2006)

Push/pull connectors are safe for immersion

Amphenol SCE series miniature push/pull connectors offer an environmental protection rating of IP68 and so are ideal for applications that may be subjected to full immersion.  Brochure Available 

News from PEI-Genesis (22 November 2006)

FlexRay microcontrollers hit the streets

 User Application Article  BMW's new X5 Sports Activity Vehicle is the first commercial application for the FlexRay network communications system.

News from Freescale Semiconductor (22 November 2006)

MCU-based designs honoured at conference

A shirt-pocket-sized two-channel digital storage oscilloscope has won first prize in the TI MSP430 eZ Design Contest.

News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (22 November 2006)

Camera connectors link HDTV in Kuwait

 User Application Article  The first fully high definition TV outside broadcast production unit in the Middle East uses the first fibre-optic HDTV broadcast camera connector developed by Fischer Connectors.  Brochure Available 

News from Fischer Connectors (22 November 2006)

Wolfson signs for design, verification and IP

Wolfson Microelectronics has selected Synopsys' Galaxy Design and Discovery Verification Platforms for the design and verification of its analogue mixed-signal ICs.

News from Synopsys (22 November 2006)

Tuner module turns TV on to public displays

A high-definition TV-to-LCD module is aimed at the strongly growing market for public displays with TV content, for example at airports, train stations or in shopping centres.

News from Kontron UK (22 November 2006)

Network DVR depends on multimedia performance

 User Application Article  Beijing Avinfo Technology uses the Blackfin processor in a surveillance solution that enables audio and video recording over a secure IP network.

News from Analog Devices (22 November 2006)

Multistandard module puts DRM in the shops

 User Application Article  A new digital radio technology called Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) is now taking off according to RadioScape, one of the world's leading companies in digital radio technology.

News from RadioScape (22 November 2006)

AdvancedMC modules are made for networking

AdvancedMC modules facilitate the security, processing, I/O and storage configurations of equipment designed for a multitude of IMS, 3G wireless and wireline network applications.

News from Kontron UK (22 November 2006)

Kuntz set to drive global sales

Michel Kuntz will be joining Esmertec on 1st January 2007 in the role of Executive Vice President Sales, responsible for driving Esmertec's sales organisation globally.

News from Esmertec (22 November 2006)

Spea adds boundary scan to in-circuit tester

Spea and JTAG Technologies have collaborated to integrate JTAG's test methods within the Spea 3030 in-circuit test system.  Brochure Available 

News from JTAG Technologies (22 November 2006)

Source sets the standard for RF testing

Reference signal source operates between 900MHz and 40GHz both to test new products and to validate the test systems themselves.

News from York EMC Services (22 November 2006)

Test services are accredited by NARTE

York EMC Services has been appointed as the first NARTE Authorised Test Centre in Europe.

News from York EMC Services (22 November 2006)

Electronica sets new records

According to a survey performed by TNS Infratest, 87% of the exhibitors and 94% of the visitors assessed Electronica 2006 as "very good to good".

News from Electronica (22 November 2006)

Custom keyboards come with joysticks

Devlin Electronics has extended its range of custom keyboard designs.

News from Devlin Electronics (22 November 2006)

New life for EMS PSU lines

Following the recent closure of High Wycombe based PSU and battery charger maker EMS Manufacturing, Devlin Components has acquired the IP and rights to manufacture ten former EMS product lines.

News from Devlin Electronics (22 November 2006)

More width for DIN rail enclosure range

Hitaltech has a new range of DIN43880 rail mountable enclosures developed and manufactured by enclosure expert Italtronic.

News from Hitaltech UK (22 November 2006)

Phipps has pivotal development role

Plextek has appointed Tim Phipps as its new Sales and Marketing Director.

News from Plextek (22 November 2006)

DTI guidance clarifies WEEE implementation

Valpak has welcomed the increased clarity of the DTI's draft regulations and guidance on how the EU WEEE Directive will be implemented in the UK.

News from Valpak (22 November 2006)

Are we WEEE-ready?

 Technical Background Article  The much-discussed and much-delayed Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) regulations will soon come into force in the UK, says James Skidmore.

News from Valpak (22 November 2006)

Mini-ITX motherboard provides mobile performance

The LV-667 Core Duo Mini-ITX Express SBC features a 667MHz front-side bus and support for up to 4Gbyte of dual-channel DDR2 memory.

News from BVM (22 November 2006)

South Bridge chipsets adopt SPI bus

VIA Technologies has announced support for the advanced SPI bus in all new VIA South Bridge chipsets.

News from VIA Technologies (22 November 2006)

Li-SOCl2 cells secure power for wireless alarms

 User Application Article  Saft battery packs will provide five years of reliable, maintenance-free, fully autonomous power for Atral's flagship brand Daitem cordless and wireless building alarm systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Saft Lithium Battery Division (22 November 2006)

Upgrade for digital filter design toolkit

The latest version of the NI LabView Digital Filter Design Toolkit combines a comprehensive collection of tools for designing and implementing digital filters.  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments (22 November 2006)

Basestation tester adds inverse multiplexed ATM

Aeroflex has enhanced the testing support provided by its highly successful 6413A UMTS basestation test system to support testing of basestations using an Inverse Multiplexed ATM configuration.

News from Aeroflex (22 November 2006)

Automotive transceiver shipments top 130 million

AMI Semiconductor has shipped its 130 millionth vehicle area network transceiver to PSA Peugeot Citroen.

News from AMI Semiconductor (22 November 2006)

Enhancement software reveals hidden video details

Kane Computing now supplies the iridix range of video enhancement software, based on Apical's proprietary Retina-Morphic image processing algorithms, throughout the UK.  Brochure Available 

News from Kane Computing (22 November 2006)

Webcast addresses EMI for analogue ICs

Texas Instruments and Arrow Electronics will present a live Analog eLab webcast for designers entitled "EMI/RFI as seen by analogue ICs" on Wednesday 6th December 2006 at 1700 GMT.

News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (22 November 2006)

Single-output supplies slim for modern fashions

Ultrathin convection-cooled single-output power supplies in the new RTW range are 50% smaller and 60% lighter than typical products of the same rating.  Brochure Available 

News from Lambda (22 November 2006)

Miniature switch for portable devices

Panasonic Electronic Devices will start production in April of its miniature (3mm * 2.6mm) light-touch switch for use in a variety of mobile peripherals.

News from Panasonic Industrial Europe (22 November 2006)

Touchscreens are ready for Vista

As an important hardware peripheral partner for Windows Vista, eGalax President Mei Tsai was invited to participate a recent industrial forum held by Microsoft Taiwan.

News from eGalax (21 November 2006)

Ten out of ten for flywheel storage

Pentadyne Power Corp and its distribution partner Emerson Network Power have jointly won Consulting-Specifying Engineer magazine's "A Perfect 10" award for Pentadyne's flywheel energy storage system.

News from Pentadyne Power (21 November 2006)

European deal aims for design-in partnership

Power-One has signed a European distribution agreement with UR Holding.

News from Power-One (21 November 2006)

Miniboard is made for serious number crunching

The LS-371 is a 3.5in embedded miniboard with the latest Intel Centrino Mobile technology 945GM Express chipset that supports the Intel Core 2 Duo, Core Duo, Core Solo and Celeron M processors.

News from Commell (21 November 2006)

Japanese client orders mask metrology systems

A Japanese mask manufacturer has chosen Vistec Semiconductor Systems as its partner for mask metrology systems.

News from Vistec Semiconductor Systems (21 November 2006)

Analytical services go out to the market

3M has announced the launch of 3M Analytical Services, which forms part of the company's portfolio of service capabilities in electronic and chemical solutions.

News from 3M Electronic Materials (21 November 2006)

Minicom makes Israel's fast 50

Minicom Advanced Systems has been awarded as a top 50 fastest growing technology company in this years Deloitte Brightman Almagor Technology Fast 50 competition.

News from Minicom Advanced Systems (21 November 2006)

Ceramic capacitors survive heat and shocks

Passives specialist AVX has produced a ceramic capacitor designed to virtually eliminate the risk of short-circuit failure.  Brochure Available 

News from AVX (21 November 2006)

Convertors power up next-generation Intel CPUs

The VRM11.X family of DC/DC convertors from C and D Technologies has been introduced to provide power to Intel's next generation processors.  Brochure Available 

News from Murata Power Solutions (21 November 2006)

RFID gathering is Europe's largest

Delegates from around the world gathered at the 7th RFID Networking Forum on 9th November 2006 at the Olympia 2 Conference Centre in London.

News from RFID Networking Forum (21 November 2006)

Pioneer programmes enable technology preview

Two new devices based on the NI LabView FPGA Module offer early access to technology for digital and communications system design.  Brochure Available 

News from National Instruments (21 November 2006)

Tester verifies patient diagnostic equipment

Medical electronics test specialist Rigel Medical has incorporated the specifications of a number of major pulse oximeter manufacturers in its new high performance Rigel 322 pulse oximetry analyser.

News from Rigel Medical (21 November 2006)

Handheld tester checks safety and more

Multifunction tester not only checks the electrical safety of electronic equipment and electrical appliances, but also checks the condition of the electrical circuit to which they are connected.  Brochure Available 

News from Seaward Electronic (21 November 2006)

More options for multifunction ATE system

Multiconfiguration, multifunction ATE system is improved with the addition of a boundary scan and Q-test capability along with a PXI software wrapper tool.

News from Aeroflex (21 November 2006)

Kontron stars in Intel alliance

At the 2006 Intel Communications Alliance Congress in Arizona, USA, Kontron was honoured as the ICA Member of the Year 2006.

News from Kontron UK (21 November 2006)

Alliance unites contactless smart card standards

NXP Semiconductors and Sony Corp have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a joint venture that will drive global adoption of contactless smart card applications in mobile phones.

News from NXP Semiconductors (21 November 2006)

Power switches are tailored for DC/DC duties

100, 200 and 220V N-channel UltraFET devices come in ultracompact moulded leadless packages.

News from Fairchild Semiconductor (21 November 2006)

ARC's award is one of four from Cadence

EDA giant Cadence Design Systems has recognised ARC with a Collaborations Award for Excellence in Joint Marketing at a recent executive event.

News from ARC International (21 November 2006)

RF test systems cover cellular, WLAN and WiMAX

Aeroflex has added significant new wireless test capabilities to its PXI 3000 Series modular wireless test platform to aid the rapid production testing of the most popular consumer mobile devices.

News from Aeroflex (21 November 2006)

RF signal software takes in WiMAX

Aeroflex has announced IQCreator version 8.3 with significant new features to support the rapidly growing WiMAX 802.16 standard for wireless metropolitan area networks.

News from Aeroflex (21 November 2006)

Tests prove copper gasket performance

Laird Technologies has verified the results of computer-simulated testing on its Recyclable Clean Copper gasket products using custom-designed test equipment.

News from Laird Technologies (21 November 2006)

Cabinets keep sensitive substances dry

Kaisertech has introduced a range of dry cabinets for the storage of moisture sensitive products such as electronic components, PCBs, solder pastes and adhesives.  Brochure Available 

News from Kaisertech (21 November 2006)

Oki signs for custom processor design

Oki Electric has selected CoWare Processor Designer for its custom processor design development.

News from CoWare (21 November 2006)

FRAM devices set for automotive qualification

Ramtron International Corp has begun an AEC-Q100 automotive qualification programme for its FRAM devices.

News from Ramtron International (21 November 2006)

SBC upgrades legacy applications to Core 2 Duo

American Portwell Technologies has released its new PICMG 1.0 single board computer (SBC).

News from Portwell Technology (21 November 2006)

Design shows route to efficient mobile PSUs

Kontron facilitates the development and implementation of efficient power supplies for mobile applications with the new Kontron MARS modular development platform.

News from Kontron UK (21 November 2006)

High-quality switches cover all applications

A comprehensive range of high-quality switches, manufactured by Tyco, is now available from Acal Radiatron.

News from ACAL Radiatron (21 November 2006)

Distributor scoops ITT's sales growth award

At Electronica ITT Electronic Components presented its 2006 award for Best Sales Growth in Europe to international assembling distributor PEI-Genesis.  Brochure Available 

News from PEI-Genesis (21 November 2006)

Freescale signs for verification support

Freescale Semiconductor and Synopsys have signed an agreement for Freescale's use of Synopsys electronic design automation software for the functional verification of complex semiconductor designs.

News from Synopsys (21 November 2006)

Tektronix stars in support awards

Tektronix has received a Star Award from the Service and Support Professionals Association, the largest and most influential association for technology service and support professionals.  Brochure Available 

News from Tektronix (21 November 2006)

Design aids extend to transformer specification

Power Integrations has launched a new version of its popular PI Expert power supply design software - plus a new online Rapid Transformer Sample Service for transformer prototyping.  Brochure Available 

News from Power Integrations (21 November 2006)

Report plays down municipal FTTH impact

Municipal fibre networks may be attracting plenty of buzz, but their impact on the European broadband market will be marginal in the near term.

News from Strategy Analytics (21 November 2006)

Board is low-cost start for AVR MCU projects

Available from DT Electronics, Atmel has introduced a GBP 26 development board as a low cost entry point for users of the AVR family of microcontrollers.

News from Nu Horizons Electronics Corp (21 November 2006)

Media processors raise videoconference definition

 User Application Article  Polycom has used multiple high-performance digital media processors to deliver its HDX 9000 series video collaboration platform.

News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (20 November 2006)

PXI products hold hybrid test systems together

Keithley Instruments has released a new line of PXI products designed for high speed automated production testing as part of a hybrid test system using precision instruments.  Brochure Available 

News from Keithley Instruments (20 November 2006)

Azego returns to the UK

Azego (formerly known as ACG Advanced Component Group), has re-entered the UK component and technology market with a new office in the Thames Valley.

News from Azego (20 November 2006)

MCUs target consumer and industrial applications

Microcontrollers combine highly efficient C-language compatibility, high resilience to electromagnetic interference, low electromagnetic emissions and low power consumption.

News from Renesas Technology Europe (20 November 2006)

ECAD software unifies design flows

The latest release of Altium Designer aims to unify design flows beyond the development of the electronic circuitry in order to achieve greater end-to-end product development efficiency.

News from Altium (20 November 2006)

Scrollwheel provides customisable aesthetic design

Avago Technologies has introduced an easy-to-use ultraslim scrollwheel input device for use in mobile phones, portable audio and video players, and entertainment consoles.  Brochure Available 

News from Avago Technologies (20 November 2006)

MCU toolset features upgraded debugger

Toolset for the C166/ST10 microcontroller family claims substantial performance gains over traditional C166 development tools.

News from Altium (20 November 2006)

Award recognises RoHS support services

RS Components UK has beaten strong competition to win the Environmental Award at the Elektra 2006 European Electronics Industry Awards.

News from RS Components UK (20 November 2006)

LSI devices address next-generation TV market

Renesas Technology Europe has introduced a comprehensive lineup of nine TV system LSIs for future TV system development solutions.

News from Renesas Technology Europe (20 November 2006)

Addressing technology paves way for cheaper OLEDs

Cambridge Display Technology has announced a major new development in OLED display technology: total matrix addressing, or TMA.

News from Cambridge Display Technology (20 November 2006)

IDE adds support for automotive RTOS

Green Hills Software and LiveDevices have announced that the RTA-OSEK RTOS has been integrated with the Multi integrated development environment (IDE).  Brochure Available 

News from Green Hills Software (20 November 2006)

PCI Express connectors go industrial

JAE is rolling out robust connectors supporting advanced PC interfaces, to allow seamless connection of industrial and embedded PCs into desktop environments.

News from JAE Europe (20 November 2006)

Nanophotonics conference to be held in Vienna

Conference is billed as the ideal place to meet the industry leaders and expert academics who are pushing forward the research and development into nanophotonics.

News from Intertech-Pira (20 November 2006)

Serial-controlled IC powers all handset display

The AAT2830/31 is a highly integrated total display solution for handsets and other portable systems operating off a single-cell Li-ion battery.

News from Advanced Analogic Technologies (20 November 2006)

TenAsys stars for Intel

TenAsys Corp has been named Intel Communications Alliance Member of the Year for 2006 at the Affiliate level.

News from TenAsys Corporation (20 November 2006)

8bit MCU brings vector control to appliances

The Zilog Z8 Encore! MC is billed as the first 8bit MCU to offer vector control capability.

News from Zilog (20 November 2006)

Dual-input charger chip is well protected

The ISL9214 is an ideal charger for smart handheld devices that need to communicate with a personal computer via a USB.

News from Intersil (20 November 2006)

Johnson steps up to board appointment

Dr Robin Johnson has agreed to join the board of STS as Chief Operating Officer.

News from Surface Technology Systems (20 November 2006)

Transceivers and FPGAs unite for networking

Off-the-shelf solution combines Altera's 32bit Nios II family of embedded processors for FPGAs with a specially programmed Echelon powerline smart transceiver.

News from Echelon (20 November 2006)

Robust rack cases are comfortable to handle

Mettec 19in rack cases feature an attractive front bezel which incorporates novel "comfort handles" for easy handling.

News from OKW Enclosures (20 November 2006)

Adapters stop EMI leaks from panel sockets

Designers can limit electromagnetic emissions from front panel equipment with quad LC EMI adapters from Molex.

News from Molex UK (20 November 2006)

Hash engine protects against misconnection

Cost-effective fixed-secret hash engine is based on Intersil's second generation FlexiHash technology.

News from Intersil (20 November 2006)

DVB-S2 tuner modules are full front ends

Sharp has introduced a new family of DVB-S2 tuner modules to the European market.

News from Sharp Microelectronics Europe (20 November 2006)

Distributor covers Germany and Austria

CML has appointed SE Spezial-Electronic as its distribution partner for Germany and Austria.

News from CML Microcircuits (20 November 2006)

MCUs are made for automotive body applications

First TI MCUs to incorporate a comprehensive set of intelligent peripherals dedicated to body applications and offer a high degree of message handling capabilities.

News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (20 November 2006)

Logic devices offer three choices

Configurable IC enables parallel implementation of three different logic functions in a single package.

News from Toshiba Electronics Europe (20 November 2006)

Flash memories study for automotive qualification

Spansion's MirrorBit SPI FL product family is undergoing AEC Q100 qualification and will provide cost-effective serial Flash memory solutions for in-cabin automotive applications.

News from Spansion (20 November 2006)

Oil logger contract demands top quality

GSPK Circuits has won a significant oil and gas industry contract.

News from GSPK Circuits (20 November 2006)

Certificate is proof of continuous improvement

Azego Aktiengesellschaft and its German subsidiary First Components have been certified pursuant to DIN EN ISO9001:2000.

News from Azego (20 November 2006)

Harting award is hat-trick for RS

RS Components UK has been named Global Catalogue Distributor of the Year by Harting Technology Group for the third consecutive year.

News from RS Components UK (20 November 2006)

Test system is certified for Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi Alliance and CTIA have certified the R and S TS8991 for performing over-the-air measurements on mobile phones with a Wi-Fi interface.  Brochure Available 

News from Rohde and Schwarz (20 November 2006)

Recycling initiative informs UK local authorities

Repic has announced a new initiative to inform local authorities of the forthcoming WEEE Directive's impact on their operations when it finally becomes law next year.

News from Repic (20 November 2006)

Compact QVGA TFT has backlight and touchscreen

Digital Displays has released another innovative active matrix TFT-LCD for handheld consumer and industrial applications.  Brochure Available 

News from GPEG International (20 November 2006)

Temperature-aware design flow saves time for Cisco

 User Application Article  Cisco has integrated Flo/PCB within its PCB design suite so that its designers can address thermal concerns early in the design process.  Brochure Available 

News from Flomerics (20 November 2006)

Show to highlight medical collaboration

Contax will exhibit on Stand B603 at MDT/Medtec at the UK NEC on 14th and 15th February 2007.

News from Contax (20 November 2006)

Sixteenth bricks optimise efficiency and density

The KW006-010TM Series of sixteenth brick isolated power modules embodies a new generation of single output DC/DC power convertors.

News from Lineage Power Corporation (20 November 2006)

Flash programmer runs via JTAG port

Hitex has developed a novel, inexpensive and easy-to-use tool for programming Flash memory via JTAG.

News from Hitex Development Tools (20 November 2006)

Software squashes extreme background noise

Software helps Bluetooth headsets and mobile phones to be used in extreme environments such as discos, football matches, motor racing circuits, construction sites and airports.

News from NCT Europe (20 November 2006)

Customisable box is fast route to embedded control

Fully customisable systems give OEMs flexibility to add their logo, select the I/O that fits their purposes, and build systems with the memory options and operating system of their choice.

News from Mini-Box (20 November 2006)

Catalogue is ahead of its time

Camden Electronics has published a new catalogue for 2007 detailing the company's wide range of components for electronics, telecommunications, lighting and security applications.

News from Camden Electronics (20 November 2006)

Bespoke supplies power up lasers and lamps

Schaefer produces application specific solutions for supplying the distinct power needs of the photonics industry, including laser and high pressure mercury lamp requirements.

News from Schaefer (20 November 2006)

Chip capacitors handle the heat of reflow

NIC Components has introduced six new series of SMT V-Chip capacitors that feature +260C soldering heat ratings.

News from NIC Components Europe (20 November 2006)

Low-power tuner has all TV standards covered

Tuner chip brings quality digital TV to PC notebooks, portable TVs, tuner sticks, portable DVD players and other small devices that demand both high performance and lower power.

News from Microtune (20 November 2006)

Boulanger takes charge of die bonder operations

Kulicke and Soffa Industries has appointed Richard Boulanger as General Manager of its die bonder operations located in Berg, Switzerland.

News from Kulicke and Soffa Industries (20 November 2006)

USB-based scope comes with drivers

The USBscope50 in combination with the new LabView and Agilent VEE driver support marks a new era in ultraportable modular instrumentation for the PC or notebook.

News from Hacker-Datentechnik (20 November 2006)

Management buyout at Oxford Lasers

Oxford Lasers has been wholly acquired by its management team.

News from Oxford Lasers (20 November 2006)

Customised aluminium enclosures hit the target

 User Application Article  Claymate, the UK's leading brand of trap controllers for clay pigeon shooting, has reduced costs by more than GBP 8 per controller by using Deltron's die cast aluminium box-customisation service.

News from DEM Manufacturing (20 November 2006)

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