News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 9 September
to Saturday 15 September 2007
Detect and avoid system showcased
Realtek's new system combines WiMAX ultra-low-level signal detection with advanced avoidance techniques.
News from Realtek Semiconductor Corp (14 September 2007)
Programmable devices enable mobile differentiation
Owen Bateman of QuickLogic explains to Laurence Marchini why customer specific standard products are made for the mobile market.
News from QuickLogic (14 September 2007)
Secure microcontrollers suit financial use
The ST23YS02 and ST23YS08 take advantage of the most recent improvements in security technology and offers optimised computing power for secure applications.
News from STMicroelectronics (14 September 2007)
Breakaway connectors meet military needs
Souriau JDX miniature breakaway connectors meet the demanding needs of soldiers in the field.
News from Souriau (14 September 2007)
Catalogue covers power efficiency
A fold-out section in Schaffner's EMC catalogue provides a list of typical applications for each product, allowing users to identify the right component for specific environments. Brochure Available
News from Schaffner (14 September 2007)
Microcontroller meets ePassport requirements
Atmel's AT90SC256144RCFT secure microcontroller has been independently certified as complying with the standards for ePassport use.
News from Atmel Corporation (14 September 2007)
Chip design method receives patent
Spine and Stitch is a linear routing style used to connect custom cells placed in channels or spine areas of memory.
News from Pulsic (14 September 2007)
Computer system optimises energy use
Portwell 's NAR-5630 optimises computer energy efficiency for software providers who need solutions with the latest Core 2 Duo technologies and a wide array of GbE ports.
News from Portwell Technology (14 September 2007)
Adapter streams instrument data
The PS5000's high sampling rate can be used allows it to be used in a range of high-speed data gathering applications without losing vital information.
News from Saelig Company (14 September 2007)
DC/DC convertors suit medical applications
Dengrove's compact DC/DC convertors provide the high isolation voltage and extremely small footprint demanded by applications in medical instrumentation.
News from Dengrove (14 September 2007)
Universal bond tester offers compact reliability
All interchangeable test modules in the System 650 range can be range selected over a broad scale, permitting measured force resolution of less than 1mg.
News from Royce Instruments (14 September 2007)
LDOs withstand 80V input up to 140C
Linear Technology's LT3012 and LT3013 micropower LDOs have low quiescent currents, making them suited to battery-powered applications. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (14 September 2007)
Miniature enclosures allow easy assembly
Due to their small size, Minitekal cases can be used as independent units or located in control cabinets.
News from Teko Enclosures (14 September 2007)
HSPA-enabled networks expand worldwide
The GSA survey confirms that 138 HSDPA networks have commercially launched services in 66 countries.
News from GSA - Global Mobile Suppliers Association (14 September 2007)
Power module suits suits MicroTCA standard
The ROA 117 5078/1 is a high-density, high-efficiency power module using DC/DC conversion based on synchronous rectification.
News from Ericsson Power Modules (14 September 2007)
Interface streamlines display migration
The UMR-X10 enables faster, smoother and more cost-effective migration from legacy monochrome displays to fully interactive colour user interfaces. Brochure Available
News from Anders Electronics (14 September 2007)
WiMAX test system fits in a single box
The Agilent N8300A Wireless Networking Test Set integrates Agilent's vector signal analysis and vector signal generator hardware.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (13 September 2007)
Thumbdrive kit eases PSoC array evaluation
The PSoC FirstTouch Starter Kit provides designers with CapSense touch, temperature, light and CapSense proximity sensing right out of the box.
News from Cypress Semiconductor (13 September 2007)
Collaboration targets nano-imprint lithography
Nano-imprint lithography is a versatile, cost-effective, flexible and high-throughput method for fabrication of down to and below 10nm structures.
News from Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology (13 September 2007)
CMOS offer global TV capability
The MP2011 Solo has a baseband architecture that enables low power consumption, offering power savings of more than 60%.
News from MediaPhy Corporation (13 September 2007)
Connector suits decentralised power
The Han Q2/0 can be combined with Harting's range of Han 3A hoods and housings, and is therefore suitable for a variety of applications in different environments.
News from Harting (13 September 2007)
Antenna suits 3.1-4.9GHz frequency band
The WXA-N2SL is a new surface-mounted polymeric antenna is designed to transmit and receive high-speed wireless signals
News from Omron Electronics (13 September 2007)
WiFi and Bluetooth chosen for phone
User Application Article CSR's intelligent RF design ensures trouble-free WiFi, Bluetooth and GSM/GPRS co-existence.
News from Cambridge Silicon Radio (13 September 2007)
Company provides opens OS source code
Not only can developers view the QNX Neutrino source code, but they can improve, modify, or extend that code for their own purposes or for the QNX community at large.
News from QNX Software Systems (13 September 2007)
LED/CAM driver suits phone displays
Linear Technology's LTC3207 LED/CAM driver provides 12 individually configurable current sources for main, sub, RGB, auxiliary or general purpose (GPO) displays/lights/outputs. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (13 September 2007)
Thermal management keeps pace with fast processing
Technical Background Article The method of heat sink attachment can be crucial to the performance of the system.
News from Southco (13 September 2007)
Connectors handle extreme environments
Hypertac's SnapTac connectors upgrade commercial Ethernet, USB and IEEE1394 interconnects to Mil Spec performance.
News from Smiths Interconnect - Hypertac (13 September 2007)
Small connectors handle large curents
HBB connectors are particularly suitable for electric drives used in fighting vehicles, weapons systems and ground-based and airborne avionics systems.
News from Smiths Interconnect - Hypertac (13 September 2007)
Switch reduces driver distraction
The CI11-SMD switch can be used in all passenger compartment applications and is typically chosen for infotainment, navigation and HVAC systems.
News from Piher International (13 September 2007)
Spectrum analyser supports microwave applications
The 9103 handheld spectrum analyser has all the typical measurements of standard desktop spectrum analysers, including channel power, occupied bandwidth and adjacent channel power ratio.
News from Willtek Communications (13 September 2007)
FM antenna fits in handsets
The Activv antenna is 25% smaller than the RadioAnt antenna and can therefore fit into smaller mobile devices and gives manufacturers more flexibility when designing the electronic system.
News from Laird Technologies (13 September 2007)
Programmable oscillators are made to order
Programmable oscillators are available with frequency stability as good as +/-30ppm, and the output frequency can be set from 3.0 to 200.0MHz.
News from Logic Electronic Components (13 September 2007)
Miniboard covers most embedded markets
Compact 3.5in form-factor embedded miniboard accommodates Intel Socket P processors up to Core 2 Duo Mobile Merom devices at 533/800MHz.
News from Commell (13 September 2007)
Scope for more memory
Digital oscilloscope comes with 8Mword of memory, costing less than Eur 4500 for a four-channel instrument.
News from Yokogawa Europe - Test and Measurement (13 September 2007)
Radio networking software is free to use
Low-power radio frequency protocol software can be used to create RF networks with up to 100 nodes.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (13 September 2007)
Storage chokes boast top efficiency
High-energy-storage chokes are ideal for high efficiency solar inverter applications with power ratings up to 10kW.
News from Premo Group (13 September 2007)
WiMAX solution meets new demands
The IQmax MIMO solution helps users achieve greater coverage, lower power consumption and more efficient spectrum and bandwidth utilisation.
News from LitePoint Corp (12 September 2007)
Supercapacitors tolerate high temperatures
CAP-XX supercapacitors pack the highest energy and power densities into thin, lightweight, prismatic packages that will fit into slim portable devices.
News from Cap-XX (12 September 2007)
Reference manual answers harmonics questions
Handbook is a resource for engineers involved in electrical/electronic manufacturing and machinery/systems builders. Brochure Available
News from REO (UK) (12 September 2007)
Small microcontrollers suit mobile applications
The SST89V54RD-33-C-QIF's small size and low power consumption make it suitable for small form factor mobile application
News from Silicon Storage Technology (12 September 2007)
HPC solution cuts MDP turnaround
Synopsys has teamed with Voltaire to deliver MDP compute solutions that are highly scalable and reliable.
News from Synopsys (12 September 2007)
Optical components improve reliability
Finisar's angled receptacle isolators provide an efficient, cost-effective means to protect laser components from unwanted back-reflections.
News from Finisar Corp (12 September 2007)
Instrument eases ADSL2+ installation
Exfo's EXD-350 Advanced ADSL2+ Test Set allows users to cost-effectively install ADSL services, verify loop quality and validate internet connectivity.
News from Exfo Electro-Optical Engineering (12 September 2007)
IC drives DC motors
The E910.71's ripple detection function enables the sensorless detection of the position of a DC motor-driven actuator by evaluating the current.
News from Elmos Semiconductor (12 September 2007)
Catalogue provides cable guidance
Fischer Connectors' Specifying a Cable Assembly pocket guide helps users choose the right system for their needs. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Connectors (12 September 2007)
Image processing system improves security
With ADEPT5000, video signals from multiple sensors are seamlessly merged into a real-time interactive panoramic image which can be displayed on a single monitor.
News from GE Fanuc Embedded Systems (12 September 2007)
Attenuator/switch drivers ease validation
Agilent's 11713B and 11713C attenuator/switch drivers allow quick, easy design validation and automated testing.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (12 September 2007)
Video codec chip boosts picture quality
Ambarella's Ambacast 3000 processor enables the design of broadcast encoders to increase picture quality; while the low power and high integration allows a reduced form factor and power consumption.
News from Ambarella (12 September 2007)
Direct-conversion tuner cuts costs
The MAX2112 is ideal for DVB-S2 and free-to-air applications in which low cost and ease of use are key requirements.
News from Maxim Integrated Products (12 September 2007)
Single-chip LSI offers easy integration
Oki Electric's ML7246 IEEE802.15.4 wireless LSI reduces packaging and development costs and provides power savings for the IEEE802.15.4 dongle used in PC peripheral devices.
News from Oki Electric (12 September 2007)
Filter protects electrical equipment
XP Power's DSF500 protects DC/DC convertors from the surges, spikes and ripples found in the electrical systems of military platforms.
News from XP Power (12 September 2007)
Gaming PC chills CPU and graphics with liquid
User Application Article The new HP Blackbird 002 gaming PC illustrates the benefits of liquid cooling and shows how properly addressing system thermals can raise the performance limits and significantly reduce noise.
News from Asetek (11 September 2007)
Surface mount resistors boost power density
A range of 3W-rated surface mount chip resistors come in a package size that is traditionally rated at only 1W.
News from IRC Advanced Film Division (11 September 2007)
Deal eases access to suppression components
Fastron's high-quality inductors and suppression coils are now available in the UK in low volumes. Brochure Available
News from Rapid Electronics (11 September 2007)
Learn all about EMC for free
Seminar will cover all aspects of EMC testing and component design with practical tips and techniques.
News from Wurth Elektronics UK (11 September 2007)
Interactive touchscreens explain stem cell studies
User Application Article Touch sensors are selected for use in interactive touchscreen tables at the Centre for Life in Newcastle for their durability and reliability.
News from Zytronic (11 September 2007)
Design and manufacturing enable antenna innovation
Laurence Marchini talks to Steve Harris and James Farrar of Hampshire-based antenna manufacturer CTi.
News from CTi (11 September 2007)
Efficient claims for compact regulator
Synchronous buck integrated FET regulator maintains up to 95% efficiency in both full load and light load conditions.
News from Intersil (11 September 2007)
Power amplifier suits portable applications
The TPA2013D1 generates high output power from a low supply voltage without distorting the audio.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (11 September 2007)
Optical subassembly pairs cut costs
Fabry-Perot laser diodes substantially reduce overall transceiver power consumption.
News from Finisar Corp (11 September 2007)
Laser diodes offer 200mW of kink-free power
Intense, the developer of next generation semiconductor lasers, today announced the Intense-HPD series 6100, 980nm high power single emitter laser diodes.
News from Intense (11 September 2007)
RF synthesiser covers wide frequency range
ST's family of integrated RF synthesisers needs three devices to cover a frequency range of 625MHz to 5GHz.
News from STMicroelectronics (11 September 2007)
Conveyors automate electronics production line
User Application Article Zirkon purchased two Rommel loaders, two unloaders, an inspection conveyor and an ergonomically designed workstation from Contax.
News from Contax (11 September 2007)
Tosa serves TDM, CWDM and DWDM SFP markets
Bookham's new Tosa has a transmission capability of 125Mbit/s to 5.3Gbit/s over 1600 to 6000ps/nm dispersion
News from Bookham (11 September 2007)
FPGAs chosen for medical equipment
User Application Article The 60,000-gate ProASIC3 A3P060 provides secure data management for Mindray's patient monitoring systems.
News from Actel Europe (11 September 2007)
Development environment suits .NET framework
Users of all major Microsoft platforms can take advantage of the productivity and reliability gains enabled by the Ada language from within the .NET Framework.
News from AdaCore (11 September 2007)
System on a chip eases WiMAX modem creation
The APW-2000 architecture and algorithms were engineered for low power and a high data rate under full-mobility channel conditions.
News from ApaceWave Technologies (11 September 2007)
LC optical connectors improve port density
The LC optical connector variant has a smaller footprint than existing SC and ST connector types, allowing access gateway vendors to increase fibre port density.
News from Fujikura Europe (11 September 2007)
Connector offers extremely low profile
A top-mount version is now available to microSD for the SMT mount on the top side of the PCB assembly.
News from Cynergistic Technologies (11 September 2007)
Electrical tester meets aircraft standards
The EACS system is a combination of hardware and software designed to comply with the complex procedures established by industry leaders such as EADS and Boeing.
News from TTi (Thurlby Thandar Instruments) (11 September 2007)
System eases PCB design
Automated Design for Manufacturing (DFM) allows PCB designers to receive manufacturing design feedback within one hour.
News from Direct Logix (11 September 2007)
Connector improves medical imaging
The MEG-Array High-Density Mezzanine System provides the features needed for MRI, CT, and other imaging applications to achieve real-time, high-resolution imaging.
News from FCI (11 September 2007)
State saver avoids data loss
The FM111x operates like a conventional logic building block, but stores and retains the logic state in the absence of power.
News from Ramtron International (11 September 2007)
IC platform cuts design times
Cadence's new approach directly models critical elements of the manufacturing process instead of relying on conservative design rules.
News from Cadence Design Systems (11 September 2007)
New compatibility eases RF design
RF Blockset 2 lets engineers import system-level verification models in the S2D, P2D and AMP formats.
News from MathWorks (11 September 2007)
OLEDs replace discontinued models
The DDL-12864-27 provides an active area of 61.41 x 30.69mm and the DDL-12864-24 provides 55.01 x 27.49 mm. Brochure Available
News from GPEG International (10 September 2007)
Deposition masks suit vacuum applications
Tecan's electroforming process produces tightly toleranced display masks with burr-free aperture edges and controllable draft angles to ensure optimum print definition.
News from Tecan (10 September 2007)
Database software suits mobile devices
User Application Article Ittia Database provides true ACID-compliant transaction support, enabling application developers to easily build robust, reliable applications using modern development techniques.
News from Ittia (10 September 2007)
FPGAs power encoder solution
Xilinx' MPEG4 AVC/H.264 encoder solution uses Xilinx Virtex-5 FPGAs to provide high video quality at the lowest possible bit rates.
News from Xilinx (10 September 2007)
One chip provides encoding and decoding
Xilinx and Barco Silex have produced an encoder chip solution that allows the creation of a single board capable of real-time encoding.
News from Xilinx (10 September 2007)
Motor drive IC incorporates translator circuitry
The built-in translator circuitry makes the A4983 very easy to operate, and requires only two control lines compared with eight or more for competing devices.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (10 September 2007)
Chipset helps avoid wires
User Application Article Pirelli's Discus video extenders enable service providers to offer consumers a solution for the wireless delivery of high-definition (HD) video without the need for any wiring.
News from Metalink (10 September 2007)
Driver IC improves phone video
MagnaChip Semiconductor has set up a dedicated team for the development of small to large-sized Amoled driver IC products.
News from MagnaChip Semiconductor (10 September 2007)
HSDPA modules offer 3.6Mbit/s data speeds
The Siemens HC15 and HC25 from TDC allow data to be transmitted and received at up to three times the speed of ISDN.
News from TDC (Telecom Design Communications) (10 September 2007)
Submarine pump module demonstrates durability
Bookham's OceanBright submarine pump module can handle demanding subsea applications.
News from Bookham (10 September 2007)
Battery manager takes care of two charging sources
Single-chip charger can deliver up to 950mA of charge current from a wall adapter supply, or up to 850mA of charge current from a USB supply. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (10 September 2007)
Rotary switches promise long life onboard
Miniature PCB-mounting rotary coded switches are suitable for applications in telecomms, building automation and industrial control systems.
News from Knitter Switch (10 September 2007)
Cost-effective case for instruments
Instrument case range is expanded with cost-effective basic version. Brochure Available
News from Rittal (10 September 2007)
Re-adjustable resistor applications wanted
The 2007 Rejustor Application Design Challenge will tempt designers with an impressive array of prizes for novel circuit ideas. Brochure Available
News from Microbridge (10 September 2007)
Power electronics operation shifts to Murata
C and D Technologies' Power Electronics Division has become Murata Power Solutions. Brochure Available
News from Murata Power Solutions (10 September 2007)
Video serdes eases broadcast design
User Application Article Serdes provides reliable reception and transmission of signals for uninterrupted broadcasting performance from transport stream multiplexer.
News from Cypress Semiconductor (10 September 2007)
Kit hosts OMAP Linux development
Starter kit comes preloaded with Linux BSP, and includes tools for developers to begin application development immediately.
News from Mistral Software (10 September 2007)
Cool LED drivers ease CCFL backlight replacement
LED driver boards use novel thermal management techniques to take the heat out of backlights for industrial LCDs.
News from Endicott Research Group (10 September 2007)
Budget scope boasts big capabilities
Battery-powered two-channel portable digital storage oscilloscope promises a combination of capability, speed, price and analysis.
News from Saelig Company (10 September 2007)
HDMI cables improve A/V system performance
Shielded twisted pair cables provide reliable interface between any compatible digital audio/video source and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor.
News from Belden CDT Electronics (10 September 2007)
Upgrade for DSP development
Integrated development environment, debugger, C/C++ compiler, assembler, linker and simulator support Blackfin, SHARC and TigerSHARC processors.
News from Analog Devices (10 September 2007)
Wafer fab is ready for Flash expansion
Latest 300mm wafer fabrication facility is expected to start mass production in December 2007 and reach a production capacity of 80,000 wafers a month in the second half of 2008.
News from Toshiba Electronics Europe (10 September 2007)
Thermal design software accounts for potting
Flo/PCB makes it possible to perform board-level thermal simulation very early in the design process. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (10 September 2007)
User interface integrates development tasks
Extended IDE functionality now allows optimised integration of all important compilers such as the new Tasking VX-compiler.
News from Hitex Development Tools (10 September 2007)
Flexible MLCCs resist PCB abuse
Multilayer ceramic capacitors feature flexible terminations to protect devices from failure due to PCB flexing.
News from Kemet Electronics Corp (10 September 2007)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 100
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