News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 27 May
to Saturday 2 June 2007
Hermetic sealing becomes universal package option
All StratEdge high-performance semiconductor packages operating from DC to above 50GHz are now available in hermetic versions.
News from StratEdge ( 1 June 2007)
High-efficiency supplies configured online
Ultracompact high-power-density power supplies can be configured to order with system power levels up to 600W.
News from Excelsys Technologies ( 1 June 2007)
Practical guides to EMC come free on CD
CD contains PDF versions of 20 practical guides relating to EMC immunity and emission standards, many of which are called up by the EMC Directive. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) ( 1 June 2007)
MCU is smart choice for card readers
Single-chip microcontroller needs only a few passive external components to become a complete embedded smart-card reader solution.
News from STMicroelectronics ( 1 June 2007)
Motor driver produces full sinewave
Single-chip sensorless motor controller offers full-sinewave PWM motor drive output to reduce complexity of brushless DC motor applications.
News from Toshiba Electronics Europe ( 1 June 2007)
Driver enables full-speed integration
A LabView driver for the UltraFast range of PCI cards supports all the cards' features, including the ability to stream signal data at up to 200Mbyte/s.
News from Strategic Test ( 1 June 2007)
MCU adds extra dimension to automotive displays
High-performance SoC integrates many of the peripheral functions required by car navigation systems.
News from Renesas Technology Europe ( 1 June 2007)
Video digitiser takes more onboard
Device combines ease of use and high-resolution video performance to create the ideal choice for digitising analogue YPbPr video from HDTV tuners, set-top boxes, SD and HD DVDs.
News from Intersil ( 1 June 2007)
Interface brings control to HV supplies
Digital interface can save users time and provide added flexibility when controlling high voltage power supplies.
News from Applied Kilovolts ( 1 June 2007)
Distributor takes touch screens to the east
Elatec Vertriebs will market 3M's comprehensive range of touch products to customers in selected East Central Europe markets.
News from 3M Touch Systems UK ( 1 June 2007)
Quarter bricks have power for transport
110V-input quarter-brick DC/DC convertors are designed for railway and transportation applications. Brochure Available
News from SynQor Europe ( 1 June 2007)
Driver and amp combine for handset savings
White-LED driver is combine with a fully differential, bridged audio amplifier.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 1 June 2007)
Flexible termination cracks MLCC reliabilty
Multilayer ceramic capacitors feature novel end termination technology that absorbs flex stress in the termination area, thereby protecting the ceramic body and active layers.
News from Kemet Electronics Corp ( 1 June 2007)
EDA industry encourages female students
Student sponsorship programme enables graduate students to attend the Workshop for Women in Design Automation at DAC.
News from Design Automation Conference ( 1 June 2007)
Design platform enable DDR integration at 65nm
User Application Article Cadence Design Systems and Denali Software have delivered an advanced DDR-PHY implementation methodology based on the Cadence Encounter digital IC design platform.
News from Cadence Design Systems ( 1 June 2007)
Clock tree synthesis passes nanometre GPU test
User Application Article Successful evaluation demonstrates PowerCentric's ability to reduce power and also meet complex variability-driven clock tree implementation requirements.
News from Azuro ( 1 June 2007)
Audio amp powers up slimline ceramic speakers
Audio power amplifier delivers the industry's highest voltage for driving ceramic speakers used in a wide range of 3V portable devices.
News from National Semiconductor ( 1 June 2007)
Dual-core designs advance cPCI performance
Single-slot 6U CompactPCI embedded computers are powered by the newest mobile dual-core processors from the Intel embedded roadmap.
News from Concurrent Technologies ( 1 June 2007)
PCB design and simulation go hand in hand
Saber Simulator and CR-5000 System Designer work together to deliver a platform for integrated system level electronic design, simulation and verification.
News from Synopsys ( 1 June 2007)
Serdes board speeds ASIC prototyping
High speed serial transceiver daughterboard accelerates verification and prototyping of ASIC based storage and communication systems.
News from Hardi Electronics ( 1 June 2007)
More options in fibre network simulation
Network simulation modules incorporate custom attributes and application requirements.
News from Timbercon (31 May 2007)
Controller creates wide-input supplies
Current-mode programmable-frequency PWM controller reduces the size and complexity of flyback power supplies. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (31 May 2007)
Framework enables design re-use at STM
User Application Article A custom IP-Xact framework developed by MDS enables STMicroelectronics to integrate all its system platform technologies into a consistent environment.
News from Magillem Design Services (31 May 2007)
Broadband transmitter chip integrates more
Gallium arsenide MMIC transmitter offers broadband performance with a high level of functionality.
News from Mimix Broadband (31 May 2007)
Clock tree synthesis and optimisation unite
User Application Article PowerCentric brings together unique algorithms for clock tree buffering, gate-level clock gate logic synthesis and statistical average-case dynamic power analysis.
News from Azuro (31 May 2007)
Award recognises speedy standardisation work
Stephen Bailey will receive the Accellera Technical Excellence Award at DAC for his work in leading the Unified Power Format standard from inception to its successful completion.
News from Accellera (31 May 2007)
Job cuts target $2 million savings
Cost cutting measures at Tundra Semiconductor will impact 20 existing positions, and a number of vacant posts will not be filled.
News from Tundra Semiconductor (31 May 2007)
Controllers cut notebook power
Power controllers are specifically designed to meet the efficiency requirements of notebook PCs.
News from ON Semiconductor (31 May 2007)
Spacing-centric routing to exploit market demand
Nanovata Design Automation is developing a new generation of shape-based IC routing technology.
News from Nanovata Design Automation (31 May 2007)
Design to accelerate WiMAX adoption
A 5.8GHz Mini-PCI reference design is optimised to allow equipment manufacturers worldwide to rapidly bring WiMAX equipment to market.
News from Wavesat (31 May 2007)
DC/DC convertors provide high isolation
The Tracopower THB3 Series of 3W 24-pin DIP DC/DC convertors is designed for medical and IT applications where high isolation is required.
News from Power Sources Unlimited (31 May 2007)
Networking platform supports IP routing
Green Hills Software now supports NextHop Technologies' GateD advanced layer 3 IPv4 and IPv6 routing software with its Software's Platform for Secure Networking (PSN). Brochure Available
News from Green Hills Software (31 May 2007)
Convertors boost LED drive efficiency
Two new 1.25MHz current-mode boost convertors are optimised for white LED applications.
News from Vishay Siliconix (31 May 2007)
BGA inspection system takes a closer look
A three-stage upgrade enhances the performance and usability of the award winning Ersascope BGA inspection system.
News from Blundell Production Equipment (31 May 2007)
Relays raise current for automotive switching
Automotive relays are upgraded with an increased switching capacity of 40A in an SPST normally open contact arrangement.
News from CIT Relay and Switch (31 May 2007)
Surface-mount LEDs pack more brightness
High-brightness LEDs are the first devices rated at 0.5W in industry-standard PLCC-4 surface-mount packages. Brochure Available
News from Avago Technologies (31 May 2007)
Boards ease hands-free development
Development tools simplify the design of hands-free communication systems, including car kits, speakerphones and home automation systems.
News from Zarlink Semiconductor (31 May 2007)
Drivers cut the cost of motor control
Half-bridge, high-side and low-side driver ICs are tailored for low- and mid-voltage motor drive applications.
News from International Rectifier (31 May 2007)
Investment targets thin-film growth
An investment of GBP 700,000 in thin film technology and equipment will allow Welwyn to mass produce chip resistors in line with the latest methods. Brochure Available
News from TT Electronics Welwyn Components (31 May 2007)
Nonvolatile FPGAs promise more for less
Third generation nonvolatile FPGA family doubles maximum logic capacity, improves performance and adds dedicated DSP blocks.
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (31 May 2007)
UHF transistor boosts power for broadcast
World's first true 300W ultra-high-frequency transistor is designed for the TV transmitter/broadcast market.
News from NXP Semiconductors (31 May 2007)
Memory-rich MCUs take on LCD duties
Six new members of the 8bit PIC microcontroller family integrate more memory and liquid-crystal display modules.
News from Microchip Technology (31 May 2007)
Infineon and Chartered use litho-friendly design
User Application Article Mentor Graphics has validated its Calibre LFD (litho-friendly design) results in silicon on 65nm process technology.
News from Mentor Graphics UK (31 May 2007)
Alliance readies Mobile WiMAX tests
Agilent Technologies is working with Sequans Communications to support the rollout of Mobile WiMAX-compliant equipment.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (31 May 2007)
DMMs are made to survive
Heavy-duty digital multimeters are designed for professional use in harsh environments.
News from Amprobe Test Tools (31 May 2007)
Ultrasonic sensor detects multiple frequencies
Ultrasonic acoustic sensor uses the latest MEMS technology to provide a robust mechanical device that performs over a wide environmental range. Brochure Available
News from Knowles Acoustics (30 May 2007)
Moulded ceramics enable component options
Novel technology combines injection moulding with proven HTCC alumina systems. Brochure Available
News from AdTech Ceramics (30 May 2007)
Switchers provide powerful footprint
Wide-ranging AC/DC power supplies are ideally suited for those applications where space is at a premium.
News from Powersolve (30 May 2007)
Ceramic resonators aim for near-field comms
Ceramic oscillators are increasingly used to replace quartz crystal devices thanks to their smaller size and built in load capacitance.
News from Murata Electronics (UK) (30 May 2007)
Custom antenna enables handset miniaturisation
User Application Article Swedish handset manufacturer Neonode has used a custom-designed miniature internal quad-band GSM antenna in creating its ultracompact Neonode N2 handset.
News from Fractus (30 May 2007)
Military contract targets Li-ion power
User Application Article Raytheon Network Centric Systems has signed Saft to supply Li-ion batteries for a missile target acquisition system used by the US military. Brochure Available
News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (30 May 2007)
Freescale, Infineon and STM lead in automotive ICs
Study reveals that IC vendor income from the automotive electronics sector rose by US $1.12 billion in 2006 compared with 2005.
News from Strategy Analytics (30 May 2007)
Study vindicates chip-on-board reliability
Extensive programme of reliability tests validates performance of chip-on-board (COB) technology for harsh environment applications.
News from MCE Newmarket (30 May 2007)
Analyser keeps quiet about frequency and phase
Frequency and phase analyser claims the lowest noise level and fastest measurement time available.
News from Quartzlock (30 May 2007)
SC-cut OCXO shrinks to half the size
Advances in SC-cut crystal miniaturisation now allow space for further development of smaller oscillator packages, such as the new OS265.
News from Total Frequency Control (30 May 2007)
Audio processor enhances hearing aid performance
User Application Article Dynamic Hearing has selected the Ezairo 5900 series of integrated circuits and packaged hybrids for its latest suite of high-end sound processing algorithms for hearing aids.
News from AMI Semiconductor (30 May 2007)
Signal generators aid long-term evolution
Vector signal generator software creates performance-optimised signals to design and test evolving 3GPP LTE products for the next generation of mobile communications.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (30 May 2007)
Power chips diagnose set-top-box faults
Low-noise-block supply and control voltage regulators are the industry's first to use an I2C interface to improve system reliability.
News from Intersil (30 May 2007)
Basestation design supports new wave in WiMAX
WiMAX basestation reference design features a software upgrade to support Mobile WiMAX Wave 2 and MIMO.
News from picoChip Designs (30 May 2007)
Workbench standardises automotive design
Tools package allows developers to use a C/C++ compiler for Renesas R32C designs, with advanced features particularly suited to automotive applications.
News from IAR Systems (30 May 2007)
USB I/O family is fully protected
USB digital I/O family offers system designers a compact low-cost alternative for interfacing any USB equipped computer with real world signals.
News from Sealevel Systems (30 May 2007)
Brick packages full 300W AC/DC supply
Low-profile full-brick power supplies provide a compact all-in-one 300W solution for applications that would previously have required a front-end module and a separate DC/DC convertor. Brochure Available
News from Lambda (30 May 2007)
New techniques improve wirewound performance
Wirewound resistors offer tolerances down to 0.001% in both axial and leaded versions.
News from Ohmite (30 May 2007)
Shrinking MLCCs are fit for RF designs
MLCC capacitors combine compact dimensions, high performance and a broad range of capacitance values to offer increased design flexibility.
News from TDK Electronics Europe (30 May 2007)
Methodology combines design with verification
User Application Article Fujitsu Kyushu Network Technologies is using the Cadence Incisive plan-to-closure methodology for SystemVerilog verification in RTL logic design teams.
News from Cadence Design Systems (30 May 2007)
Prototyping accord aids automotive development
Virtual prototypes of Renesas' high-performance processor platforms will help automotive developers with software development, architectural analysis and system verification.
News from Vast Systems Technology (29 May 2007)
EDA tools target complexity at 65nm and below
Upgraded netlist reduction and interconnect analysis tools help IC designers to optimise post-layout simulations, to maintain verification accuracy and to meet time to market goals.
News from Edxact (29 May 2007)
Power ICs now tested on the wafer
Power device characterisation system answers on-wafer probing challenges for engineers and test technicians who need to characterise their power devices.
News from Cascade Microtech (29 May 2007)
GPS clock is on time for network synchronisation
GPS receiver and ovenised quartz oscillator are combined to provide precision timing and synchronisation of wireless data and voice networks.
News from Diamond Point International (Europe) (29 May 2007)
Martian explorer to present keynote
Scientist Jim Bell of Cornell University has been named as a keynote speaker at the Power Architecture Developer Conference in Austin, Texas.
News from Power.org (29 May 2007)
Certified Wireless USB device is single chip
Single-chip Certified Wireless USB device integrates protocol adaptation layers, MAC, baseband processor, RF transceivers and USB2.0 and SDIO interfaces.
News from Realtek Semiconductor Corp (29 May 2007)
Telephone tester takes Skype onboard
The Microtronix Model 503 telephone tester has been enhanced with DSP technology to allow testing of Skype enabled desktop, wireless and stand-alone telephones.
News from Cupio (29 May 2007)
EDA tool stands test of comparison
Tool can compare any two layout and/or mask databases, which may be in different formats, have different hierarchies or come from different sources.
News from Softjin Technologies (29 May 2007)
Backlights are optimised for power and picture
New backlight control options allow designers to statically or dynamically select varying levels of power consumption and colour purity.
News from Clairvoyante (29 May 2007)
Video filter saves power with load detection
Compact video filter drives composite video from portable multimedia devices to a TV and is the first to integrate a charge pump and load detect feature.
News from Analog Devices (29 May 2007)
CANopen development accelerated
Improved Windows-based software package speeds development of CANopen applications.
News from Ixxat (29 May 2007)
Hybrid generator promises best of both worlds
Dual-channel hybrid function/arbitrary waveform generator boasts the largest waveforms, widest bandwidth and fastest rise time in its class.
News from Tegam (29 May 2007)
Mobile fuel cell is approved for military wear
For a soldier in the field, the UltraCell system ensures more efficient, reliable mobile power for portable electronic devices anytime, anywhere.
News from UltraCell (29 May 2007)
DECT module adapts to the US market
Cordless voice module is now available with DECT 6.0 support, covering the 1920-1930MHz frequency band recently allocated in the USA for unlicensed personal communication services.
News from SiTel Semiconductor (29 May 2007)
Software extends focus to IC-package codesign
Software combines core switching, power delivery network, I/O subsystem and package/PCB models in a single environment for accurate IC-package codesign.
News from Apache Design Solutions (29 May 2007)
Valley switching answers Californian concerns
Highly integrated power switch ICs provide high energy efficiency and system reliability in DVD player, set top box, LCD monitor and other 25W and lower power supply designs.
News from Fairchild Semiconductor (29 May 2007)
Shrinking pixels enable higher resolution cameras
Third-generation pixel design is among the smallest currently available and will deliver sensors with higher resolution, enhanced performance and improved image quality.
News from OmniVision (29 May 2007)
Synthesisable 32bit processors run past 1GHz
Next-generation processor core family is based on an innovative embedded microarchitecture.
News from MIPS Technologies (29 May 2007)
Single-chip Bluetooth goes further and faster
Device is the first to combine Bluetooth 2.1 features, EDR technology and a Class 1 RF transceiver in a single, monolithic chip.
News from Broadcom Corp (29 May 2007)
STM and Intel pool Flash expertise in new venture
New independent semiconductor company will be created from the key assets of businesses which last year generated approximately US $3.6 billion in combined annual revenue.
News from STMicroelectronics (29 May 2007)
Topographical technology speeds cameras to market
User Application Article Casio has adopted Synopsys Design Compiler topographical technology to shorten the design schedule for its next generation Exilim digital camera chips.
News from Synopsys (29 May 2007)
High power laser is EUV source
New device firmly places the laser produced plasma EUV source approach as the main contender to be the source of choice for the high volume manufacturing of semiconductor chips.
News from Powerlase (29 May 2007)
New form factor shrinks embedded mainboard
The EPIA PX is the first commercial mainboard based on VIA's recently unveiled Pico-ITX form factor measuring just 100 x 72mm.
News from VIA Technologies (29 May 2007)
Option puts more digital lines on instruments
Low-cost option for UltraFast oscilloscope and arbitrary wafeform generator cards adds eight asynchronous TTL channels to each PCI card.
News from Strategic Test (29 May 2007)
32bit cores gain DSP companions
Cast now offers a digital signal processing coprocessor for the APS family of 32bit processor IP cores.
News from Cast (29 May 2007)
Linux platform set for automotive standard
Platform is chosen for developing vehicle onboard equipment for proof-of-concept activities.
News from Wind River Systems (29 May 2007)
Accord eases Brazilian market entry
Agreement provides manufacturers of medical devices, household appliances and IT equipment with product safety testing services for market entry into Brazil.
News from Intertek (29 May 2007)
Modulator boasts high dynamic range
High-performance quadrature modulator is optimised for 850 to 965MHz GSM, CDMA2000, ISM and RFID modulator applications. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (28 May 2007)
Shortform brings switch catalogue up to date
Catalogue overviews latest switch products for consumer, industrial, medical, telecomms, broadcast and instrumentation applications.
News from Knitter Switch (28 May 2007)
Collaboration to improve ASIC verification
Synopsys and Synplicity have agreed to work together on next-generation high-performance verification solutions for ASIC designers.
News from Synplicity (28 May 2007)
Smaller antenna cracks the whip for diversity
Low-profile mechanically rugged wideband VHS + GPS "bar style" antenna uses field diversity technology to improve RF performance.
News from Laird Technologies (28 May 2007)
Synthesisable building blocks jumpstart designs
The latest version of Cynthesizer is billed as the first high-level synthesis product to offer a direct path from high-level SystemC to GDSII.
News from Forte Design Systems (28 May 2007)
ASIC verification nears full device speed
Software offers full visibility into FPGA-based ASIC and ASSP prototypes enabling designers to find, fix and verify functional errors at speeds approaching that of the final device.
News from Synplicity (28 May 2007)
RTOS keeps running long after design life
User Application Article The two Mars Rovers that continue to survey the Martian surface run on the VxWorks mission-critical real-time operating system.
News from Wind River Systems (28 May 2007)
UPS boasts high-reliability high-efficiency design
PowerSupplyShop can now supply the Protect 1 true online UPS product range from AEG Power Systems.
News from PowerSupplyShop (28 May 2007)
MLCCs promise high CV values
Multilayer ceramic chip capacitors offer more options in C0G dielectric.
News from Kemet Electronics Corp (28 May 2007)
Terminal blocks have all options covered
Eurostyle PCB terminal block range features more than 50 designs or housing styles of plugs, headers and fixed terminal blocks that are fully RoHS compliant.
News from Molex UK (28 May 2007)
PCI Express connectors at the right angle
Right-angle PCI Express x1 and x4 connectors provide space-saving options for systems with low PCB headroom.
News from Meritec (28 May 2007)
64Mbit SDRAM runs hot and cold
64Mbit SDRAM is pin compatible with industry standard 4M x 16bit devices and is available with an extended temperature range from - 40 to +85C.
News from Amic Technology Corp (28 May 2007)
Moulded ceramics provide leading-edge packaging
Fully hermetic true-low-profile moulded ceramic surface mount packages offer excellent electrical performance from DC to 20GHz.
News from StratEdge (28 May 2007)
MRAM emulator aids ASIC prototyping
Multipurpose in-circuit emulator can emulate radiation hardened synchronous MRAM and ASICs containing up to one million gates.
News from Silicon Laude (28 May 2007)
Antenna franchise provides new target for Mouser
Mouser Electronics now stocks Antenova's high-performance antennas and RF antenna modules for mobile handsets, portable devices and laptop computers.
News from Mouser Electronics (28 May 2007)
Fan trays promise superior cooling performance
Orion Fans now offers a comprehensive line of standard and customised three-, six- and nine-fan assemblies.
News from Orion Fans (28 May 2007)
Digital I/O board performs in isolation
Digital I/O expansion hardware combines simultaneous operation on all channels with an isolated ground to protect the application from both these sources of error.
News from Microstar Laboratories (28 May 2007)
Tiny regulator steps down in size
DC/DC buck regulator combines an advanced analogue IC, MOSFETs and a boot diode into an ultracompact moulded leadless package.
News from Fairchild Semiconductor (28 May 2007)
Middleware enables Freeview compliance
User Application Article The TVonics DVR-FP250 Freeview Playback digital TV recorder uses middleware from Cabot Communications.
News from Cabot Communications (28 May 2007)
FPGAs pass PCI Express test
XtremeDSP Virtex-5 SXT FPGAs are now listed on the PCI-SIG integrator's list.
News from Xilinx (28 May 2007)
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