News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 January
to Saturday 19 January 2008
Kit gets started on low-power programmable devices
Starter kit provides a complete package for quick evaluation of Actel's Igloo family of low-power FPGAs and prototype designs.
News from Mouser Electronics (18 January 2008)
More options in vandal-resistant switches
Vandal-resistant switches are fully RoHS compliant and available in a range of finishes such as stainless steel, nickel and brass.
News from RJS Electronics (18 January 2008)
Step-down regulator takes MOSFETs onboard
Billed as the first step-down switching regulator to incorporate its own MOSFETs in a tiny 8 x 8 x 0.8mm TQFN package, the MAX8655 provides output currents up to 25A.
News from Maxim Integrated Products (18 January 2008)
Compiler development aids coprocessor acceleration
User Application Article ClearSpeed has developed a powerful, multithreading compiler for the CSX600 architecture, based on the CoSy compiler development system.
News from ACE Associated Compiler Experts (18 January 2008)
Compact DAC offers easy installation
Integrated power management and a built-in 50mW 'true-ground' headset amplifier reduce the system footprint and ease system implementation.
News from STMicroelectronics (18 January 2008)
Transient voltage suppression protects antennas
AntennaGuard varistors are suitable for protecting the FETs used in miniature RF amplifiers against ESD damage. Brochure Available
News from AVX (18 January 2008)
Small-run metal parts produced fast
Refined to the highest levels to rapidly deliver burr and stress free custom solutions, Tecan offers a 48hr turnaround service for photo-chemical machined (PCM) or 'photo-etched' metal parts.
News from Tecan (18 January 2008)
Platform streamlines screen printing
User Application Article The Horizon 03i comes equipped with DEK's Instictiv user interface and the ISCAN control network, which supports a faster, lighter and more reliable bus system.
News from DEK (18 January 2008)
Power component deal covers UK and Ireland
Acting as an extension of EPCOS' sales and technical team, Europower Components will be offering highly focused technical support in the UK and Ireland.
News from Europower Components (18 January 2008)
Hot-swap controllers meet PCIe specs
Ideal for high-performance enterprise computing network system processor boards, DDR memory boards, embedded systems and gigabit Ethernet addon cards.
News from Micrel (18 January 2008)
MOSFETs boost DC/DC convertor efficiency
High-speed switching MOSFETs provide higher drain current and lower on-state resistance, combined with the power efficiency advantages of the UMOS V-H Series.
News from Toshiba Electronics Europe (18 January 2008)
Embedded board secures network applications
Highly integrated network appliance board is designed for network security or gateway applications, including firewall, VPN, UTM, antivirus and intrusion prevention systems.
News from VIA Technologies (18 January 2008)
MOST communications put to the test
The PXI 3060 and basicMOST 3060 have been designed for communication applications in general test and measurement technologies, in particular for vehicle control units. Brochure Available
News from Goepel Electronic (18 January 2008)
Chip inductors save space onboard
Multilayer power inductors use Murata's proprietary ceramic materials and innovative inner electrode design.
News from Murata Electronics (UK) (18 January 2008)
Aluminium electrolytic capacitors extend to 100V
The NRSG series is ideal for use in industrial control applications such as switching power supplies and convertors.
News from NIC Components Europe (18 January 2008)
Convertors boost single cells to 5.25V
Current-mode synchronous boost DC/DC convertors feature output disconnect and integrated soft-start capability. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (18 January 2008)
Wireless chipsets and modules come together
Brochure covers modules and chipsets for ISM, ZigBee, Bluetooth, WLAN, GSM/GPRS and 3G applications.
News from Arrow Electronics (UK) (18 January 2008)
MCU starter kit gains full USB stack
Thesycon's USB device software stack enables developers to easily add USB device functionality to embedded systems incorporating Renesas H8S/H8SX USB microcontrollers.
News from Renesas Technology Europe (18 January 2008)
Processor module joins wireless card on show
The ConnectCore 9P 9215 is a powerful and cost-effective embedded processor module based on Digi's new NET+ARM NS9215 ARM9 processor.
News from Digi International (18 January 2008)
Smaller sensor compensates for camera shake
Two-axis sensor is based on Panasonic's own piezoelectric MEMS tuning-fork technology, and can also be used in automotive applications.
News from Panasonic Industrial Europe (18 January 2008)
Library enhances simulation and modelling
Ismosys will represent Accelerated Designs in European territories and handle the distribution of its products, particularly its Ultra Librarian EDA library tool, online globally.
News from Spectrum Group (18 January 2008)
Website is dedicated to waveguides and microwave
Site provides easy access to PDF datasheets on a wide variety of standard products for applications in the frequency range DC to 40GHz.
News from Link Microtek (18 January 2008)
Strong signs for printed and organic displays
New technologies bring the advantages of flexibility, readability in bright sunlight and especially low power consumption. Brochure Available
News from NanoMarkets (18 January 2008)
Easy evaluation for all TFT displays
Kits combine a high performance TFT module, a driver card or an SBC, an inverter (if applicable), a power supply, all the required cables, and a CD with a user manual and datasheets. Brochure Available
News from Densitron Display Solutions (17 January 2008)
Multimillion Euro display deal signed
The production of flexible displays requires the ability to support flexible substrates, such as plastic, which lack the mechanical and thermal stability typically afforded by glass substrates.
News from EV Group (17 January 2008)
Latching function eases switch use
The MSM LA switch provides a user-friendly actuating function and also prevents inadvertent switching, for example by objects leaning on the switch. Brochure Available
News from Schurter Input Systems (17 January 2008)
Video decoding receives efficiency boost
The application of data transfer and storage exploration transformations enabled intelligent re-use of the memory footprint.
News from IMEC (17 January 2008)
Server management system handles huge network
User Application Article With Spider, The Planet is now able to add remote IT users one server port at a time, providing the most cost-effective and scalable solution for its customers.
News from Lantronix (17 January 2008)
Fanless CPU boards save power
The 600MHz Intel Pentium M processor offers a higher processing speed without higher power consumption.
News from Kontron UK (17 January 2008)
Software allows realistic wireless testing
Agilent's N5970A IFT software is suitable for UMTS mobile phone/device developers conducting functional validation, as well as service providers performing acceptance testing.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (17 January 2008)
LED driver runs displays at low voltages
Eight-channel constant-current sink LED driver is designed for billboard, marquee, instrument and other large general-purpose LED displays.
News from Catalyst Semiconductor (17 January 2008)
LED lights come in strips
Both rigid and flexible strips are available, in single colours or RGB combinations.
News from Forge Europa (17 January 2008)
Controller develops touchscreen applications
Boards mount on the back of the display unit to allow users to develop bespoke applications quickly and easily with a minimum of effort and cost. Brochure Available
News from Micro-Robotics (17 January 2008)
Power MOSFET meets automotive challenges
Advanced architecture and advanced package manage heat dissipation and reduce power loss with a maximum on-resistance of 1.5mohm.
News from NEC Electronics (Europe) (17 January 2008)
Designs take the heat out of advanced electronics
Predefined, tested reference designs are customised to address intense heat and improve performance for specific engineering combinations.
News from Waytronx (17 January 2008)
Acquisition enhances RF expertise
With the acquisition of Quorum, Spreadtrum gains a highly skilled RF engineering team of 30 engineers with an average of 10 years of industry experience.
News from Spreadtrum Communications (17 January 2008)
Audio power amp ICs cut distortion
Highly integrated single-chip devices accelerate the design of high-end consumer and professional audio applications.
News from National Semiconductor (17 January 2008)
Integrated switches simplify power design
Dual-input single-output power supply selector switches have low dropout capability and are designed to operate from batteries or any power source up to 6V.
News from Advanced Analogic Technologies (17 January 2008)
Detector works at lower light levels
Combination detector is ideal for medical diagnostics, test and measurement, and other tasks that require low-light-level detection.
News from Opto Diode (17 January 2008)
Constant-current driver finds faults in LED panels
Silent error detection features full LED panel coverage to detect even dark pixels in real time.
News from Macroblock (17 January 2008)
Plug and receptacle ease installation and service
Fischer Connectors has developed a new low-profile receptacle and panel plug that it reckons provide an ideal design for the interconnection of modular systems. Brochure Available
News from Fischer Connectors (17 January 2008)
Adapter links tactical radios with PCs
Supports US military strategy of enhancing the network capabilities of legacy radios rather than moving to a new platform.
News from Sealevel Systems (17 January 2008)
Free IP core range expanded
Xilinx' 10/100 Ethernet MAC Lite and IIC interface IP cores can now be licensed at no additional charge.
News from Xilinx (16 January 2008)
Transceivers provide reliable communications
The SP4082E transceiver targets remote E-metering monitoring, building automation, HVAC controls, security camera systems and applications on long or un-terminated transmission lines.
News from Exar (16 January 2008)
Adapter provides easy Bluetooth connections
connectBlue's adapter implements the master side of the IC bus interface and makes it possible to wirelessly enable a number of slaves on an IC bus.
News from connectBlue (16 January 2008)
IT organisations agree to co-operate
The British Computer Society (BCS) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) will work to cross-promote their activities, including events, products and services.
News from Institution of Engineering and Technology (16 January 2008)
Software slashes burn-in development time
User Application Article Thermal simulation enabled Moody to accurately predict the thermal resistance of each design iteration without having to build and test the prototype. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (16 January 2008)
Laser diode bars offer power boost
The 40W 30% Fill Factor and 60W 50% Fill Factor 808nm laser diode bars are designed to deliver higher power, improved efficiencies and extended lifetimes to customers' laser systems.
News from Bookham (16 January 2008)
Laser diodes offer 85mW of output power
Sanyo blue-violet laser diodes offer the performance required for industrial and medical applications such as biomedical instrumentation, medical imaging and fluorescence sensing. Brochure Available
News from Photonic Products (16 January 2008)
Small power supplies suit varied applications
Eight models of the NXT-225 AC/DC power supply provide adjustable, single outputs from 2.5V DC to 48V DC, with isolated 5V DC standby power available as an option.
News from Power Sources Unlimited (16 January 2008)
Digital pulse compression allows radar upgrades
High-speed digital signal processing removes all the inherent limitations of SAW analogue nature and improves performances of side lobes level and the differential phase between receiver channels.
News from Temex (16 January 2008)
Static switch handles interrupted power
The four-pole Liebert Hiswitch2 ensures maximum supply availability through automatic switching without any overlapping of the input sources.
News from Emerson Network Power Adaptive Power and Cooling (16 January 2008)
Supercapacitor deal boosts availability
Online orders for the supercapacitors are accepted on Tecate's website or via the "Buy Now" function on CAP-XX' site.
News from Tecate Industries (16 January 2008)
Embedded modules make wireless LAN access easy
Ezurio has embedded all the drivers, stacks and programming capabilities required to implement Wireless LAN into one small module.
News from Ezurio (16 January 2008)
Browser makes sense of IC reverse engineering
A new easy-to-use interactive software tool will allow users to obtain grater value from Chipworks' reverse-engineering services.
News from Chipworks (16 January 2008)
DSL deal brings products, people and patents
Ikanos Communications is set to purchase DSL technology and assets from Centillium Communications.
News from Ikanos Communications (16 January 2008)
Handset TV chipsets powered from a single IC
Three-output power ICs are ideal for digital media broadcasting and digital video broadcasting chipsets found in the latest generation of cellphones and PDAs. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (16 January 2008)
D/A convertor simplifies RF design
The MAX5881 solution is ideal for Docsis 3.0-compliant edge QAM devices and cable modem termination systems.
News from Maxim Integrated Products (16 January 2008)
Test technologies keep up with design complexity
Technical Background Article Eric Starkloff highlights five trends he expects will significantly influence the test and measurement industry over the next three years. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (16 January 2008)
Silver-filled epoxy for flexible conductive bonds
The flexibility of Elecolit 3653 makes it ideal for applications that are subject to vibration or rapid temperature changes, thermal shock, twisting or buckling.
News from Eurobond Adhesives (16 January 2008)
OLED development hosted on PC platforms
Kit comprises an OLED display, a USB controller card, a mini USB cable, an interchangeable OLED display card and a CD with software applications and drivers. Brochure Available
News from Densitron Display Solutions (16 January 2008)
Global deals expand wireless options
Digi-Key has expanded its wireless portfolio with the signing of global distribution agreements with both Synapse and Roving Networks.
News from Digi-Key Corporation (16 January 2008)
LED driver suits large, outdoor displays
The AS1112 full colour LED driver is designed for video displays with fast video action, such as in stadium and sporting event applications.
News from austriamicrosystems (15 January 2008)
LED module provides efficient lighting
The ZoroLight LED module traps light in a tunnel of highly-reflective di-electric coated surfaces that are geometry-optimised for efficient source light collection and filter performance.
News from Bookham (15 January 2008)
Microcontroller reference designs ease evaluation
Innovasic's reference designs and modules help fido1100 microcontroller users to perform rapid prototyping and performance evaluation.
News from Innovasic Semiconductor (15 January 2008)
Processor family offers scalable performance
The processor performance of the new ETX family is scalable through different assemblies using Intel Pentium M or Celeron M embedded processors.
News from MSC Vertriebs (15 January 2008)
Modules handle 2000 simultaneous VoIP ports
The PMC531 and PMC532 low-power, voice processing modules offer some of the telecommunication industry's highest port densities.
News from Performance Technologies (15 January 2008)
Kit eases GPS integration
Evaluation kit provides designers and developers a complete GPS system in a box for the development of GPS enabled devices.
News from Antenova (15 January 2008)
Design technology to give BMW a racing edge
BMW Motorsport and the BMW Sauber F1 Team will deploy technology from Cadence to develop the next generation of leading-edge F1 racing cars.
News from Cadence Design Systems (15 January 2008)
Indicators aren't fussy about voltage or polarity
Panel indicator LEDs will operate from any voltage in the range 12-28V with minimal variation in brightness making them ideal for battery powered systems.
News from Marl International (15 January 2008)
Wide-screen TFT looks good from any angle
High-aperture-ratio fringe field switching is a new development in TFT technology that enables displays to be viewed at almost 180 degrees in both axes.
News from Varitronix UK (15 January 2008)
Distributor targets Korean mobile makers
DMB is popular in the domestic Korean market, integrated into products like navigation devices and mobile phones.
News from Mirics Semiconductor (15 January 2008)
Motor control MCU runs two at once
Embedded Flash microcontroller has all the features and characteristics necessary to control two high-end industrial drives.
News from Renesas Technology Europe (15 January 2008)
Basestation protocol tester covers a wider band
Protocol tester allows infrastructure developers to create and test new GSM basestation software and hardware features by providing a mobile emulation.
News from Aeroflex (15 January 2008)
Tiny antenna goes onboard SRDs
Ceramic chip antenna provides a cost effective solution for space constrained applications such as RFID and Zigbee.
News from Johanson Technology (15 January 2008)
STARC adopts statistical timing signoff tool
User Application Article STARC was able to validate multiple evolutionary approaches to introducing statistical static timing analysis into existing design flows.
News from Synopsys (15 January 2008)
Connectors support next-generation mezzanine cards
AdvancedTCA connectors feature controlled impedance and reduced crosstalk, plus a footprint launch optimised for high datarates.
News from Molex UK (15 January 2008)
Software links Simulink with Multi IDE
Tool for model-based design automatically deploys code generated from Simulink models into the Green Hills Multi integrated development environment.
News from MathWorks (15 January 2008)
Personalised website cuts to the chase
Users can track their sample and purchase-order histories, and receive notification by e-mail when something in which they are interested has been updated.
News from Microchip Technology (15 January 2008)
Frugal detectors are accurate about voltage
Compact voltage detectors are well suited for monitoring battery, power-supply and regulated system voltages.
News from Torex Semiconductor (15 January 2008)
High-power laser diodes are distributed in China
Entire line of high-power QWI-enabled laser diodes now available to manufacturers in China that require sophisticated instrumentation and optical components.
News from Intense (15 January 2008)
Management IC is adapted to silver zinc batteries
User Application Article New device will be part of all ZPower batteries as the company prepares for high volume production in mid-2008.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (15 January 2008)
Resistive products deal goes global
New agreement with Ohmite will bring the very latest in resistive product technology to the electronics design engineering community in Europe.
News from Farnell (15 January 2008)
8 and 32bit MCUs deliver migration flexibility
Flexis QE microcontrollers offer pin-for-pin, development tool and peripheral set compatibility between 8 and 32bit devices.
News from Mouser Electronics (15 January 2008)
DSP-optimised FPGAs available in volume
All three devices in the 65nm Virtex-5 SXT family are production-qualified and supported by the XtremeDSP portfolio of development tools and IP.
News from Xilinx (15 January 2008)
Programme cuts time and risk for start-ups
The Cadence Start-up Accelerator programme will enable Analogies to focus on developing its high-speed PHY IP cores.
News from Cadence Design Systems (14 January 2008)
Starter kit eases microcontroller exploration
The PIC32 Starter Kit includes a full tool suite, USB-powered board, on-board debugger and programmer, as well as source-code examples.
News from Mouser Electronics (14 January 2008)
Linear current sensors meet automotive demands
The ACS714 and ACS715 linear current sensors both consist of a precise, low-offset, linear Hall sensor circuit with a copper conduction path located near the surface of the die.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe (14 January 2008)
Hardware/software deal targets broadband market
Coresonic and SySDSoft's partnership simplifies the choices for chip designers who have little wireless technology expertise.
News from Coresonic (14 January 2008)
PCI-Express cards handle data in large quantities
Each card can run as a freely programmable signal and test pattern generator, or it can be used via an internal synchronisation option together with any of the other cards from the Spectrum range.
News from Dataquest Solutions (14 January 2008)
Vandal-resistant keyboards suits office aesthetic
A brushed, stainless steel front plate provides resistance to shock and vandalism up to IK09 (10J) and resistance to liquid and dust penetration to IP67. Brochure Available
News from EAO (14 January 2008)
Wide viewing angle expands fitting options for LED
The 1204 package size provides OVSRRGBCC3 users with the option of mounting the LED as a top-emitting or side-emitting device.
News from Optek Technology (14 January 2008)
Batteries help satellites survive in the dark
User Application Article Saft batteries provide power for the spacecraft system during the two eclipse seasons per year when the solar panels are not exposed to the sun. Brochure Available
News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (14 January 2008)
Terminal strips relieve strain onboard
Terminal strips with integral strain relief provide a convenient answer in many wiring applications where integrity of connection and reliability are required.
News from Camden Electronics (14 January 2008)
Emulator/programmer spreads ARM coverage
High-speed low-cost JTAG/BDM emulator and Flash programmer now supports debugging and programming of ARM11 processors.
News from Ronetix (14 January 2008)
CPU module comes with ample memory
The AT91SAM9263 is a SODIMM200-format CPU module based on a 240MHz ARM926E CPU.
News from Ronetix (14 January 2008)
Learn RFID basics online
Free RFID basics course is billed as an enjoyable way to be introduced to RFID technology, without getting bogged down by complicated jargon or maths.
News from Abhisam Software (14 January 2008)
Keeping track of embedded software projects
TBreq automates the manual, time consuming process of requirements traceability and verification, while also facilitating defect tracking and resolution.
News from LDRA (14 January 2008)
Stereo jacks suit smaller portable devices
Connectors have been developed to meet increasing market needs for higher performance in smaller size portable devices such as cellular phones and PDAs.
News from Kycon (14 January 2008)
Violet and green lead full-spectrum laser family
Free space semiconductor laser modules combine diodes, optical systems, temperature control, power monitoring and drive electronics in compact packages.
News from RGBLase (14 January 2008)
VPX backplane for military and aerospace
Backplane offers high bandwidth in a compact size and integrates the latest VITA 46 and 48 standards with the proven legacy capabilities of VMEbus technology.
News from Carlo Gavazzi Computing Solutions (14 January 2008)
DC/DC controller keeps quiet at high currents
Up to 12 phases can be paralleled and clocked out-of-phase to minimise input and output filtering requirements in high-current applications (up to 200A). Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (14 January 2008)
RISC microcontrollers gain full support
The FR family is a line of 32bit RISC controllers that use a proprietary Fujitsu architecture and have functions optimised for embedded system control applications. Brochure Available
News from Green Hills Software (14 January 2008)
VCO sets the standard for comms
Voltage-controlled oscillator is ideal for use in applications such as digital radio equipment, fixed wireless access, satellite communications systems and basestations.
News from Crystek Corporation (14 January 2008)
Test set chosen for WiMAX performance analysis
User Application Article Radiated performance test system includes the ETS AMS-8500 antenna measurement system, the Agilent EXA signal analyser and Agilent's E6651A Mobile WiMAX test set.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe (14 January 2008)
Military and aerospace testing in the spotlight
Conference and exhibition features technical demonstrations and case studies from the military and aerospace test arena. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (14 January 2008)
Telecomms convertor delivers top power rating
Open-frame DC/DC convertor boasts the highest output power currently available in the marketplace for a half-brick device. Brochure Available
News from SynQor Europe (14 January 2008)
Millimetre-wave switches for defence and aerospace
Single-pole/double-throw switches provide high performance characteristics over the frequency range from 18 to 40GHz.
News from Admiral Microwaves (14 January 2008)
Ethernet and power combine in one connector
Connector has been developed in response to the increasing use of industrial Ethernet communications in machine installations.
News from Harting (14 January 2008)
EngD student scoops top award
A student from the Institute for Systems Level Integration has won the Elektra Award for Student Engineer of the Year.
News from Institute for System Level Integration (14 January 2008)
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