News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 6 April
to Saturday 12 April 2008
Ambient light sensors compensate for conditions
Sensors combine superior spectral response with temperature range stability and curves that match those of the human eye.
News from Advanced Power Components (APC) (11 April 2008)
External adapters have universal appeal
High-efficiency switch-mode designs comply with the One Watt Input Energy Star/Blue Angel requirement.
News from Ultimate Renaissance (11 April 2008)
Atom-based module has COM Express pinout
Ultra-low-power module based on the Intel Atom Z500 series processor enables equipment manufacturers to shrink devices and increase battery life.
News from RadiSys Corporation (11 April 2008)
Robot students taste reconfigurable design
All 1500 teams of high school students participating in this year's FIRST Robotics Competition have been given access to the Altium Designer unified electronics design tool.
News from Altium (11 April 2008)
Development kit secures contactless RFID
Kit is based on Atmel's secure CryptoRF chips, with 64bit embedded cryptographic engines, Atmel's AVR microcontroller and the Melexis MLX90121 reader IC.
News from Atmel Corporation (11 April 2008)
Communications appliances on the desk and rack
Competitively priced communications appliances that use Intel chipsets and support Celeron M and Pentium M processors up to 2GHz.
News from Portwell Technology (11 April 2008)
ESC survey to shape product development
All participants in Byte Paradigm's survey at ESC in San Jose will go into a draw to win an iPod Touch. Brochure Available
News from Byte Paradigm (11 April 2008)
Amplified module expands ZigBee range
Low-power amplifier maximises range while keeping power consumption to a minimum.
News from Texim Europe (11 April 2008)
FM receivers support embedded antennas
Latest wave of FM receiver ICs make it easier to add FM functionality to applications from low-cost handsets and MP3 players to stand-alone and USB FM receivers.
News from Silicon Laboratories (11 April 2008)
Laser diodes suit power-hungry applications
The laser modules produce an elliptical output beam of 3.5 x 2mm with a TTL modulation input which will accept signals from DC up to 1kHz and can be used to enable, inhibit or modulate the laser. Brochure Available
News from Photonic Products (11 April 2008)
Modules simulate high and low-current faults
The 40-193 and 40-194 modules provide a compact solution for simulating both high and low-current faults when testing control systems
News from Pickering Interfaces (11 April 2008)
Tester verifies USB compatibility fast
USBHost Tester provides developers with a powerful tool to quickly test embedded USB host stacks, delivering superior quality and compliance with USB-IF certification standards.
News from Jungo (11 April 2008)
ARM9 support eases debugging
The Crossware debugger understands the memory address translation process and can determine which physical memory is being used for different virtual addresses.
News from Crossware Products (11 April 2008)
Synchronous buck regulator extends battery life
The ISL8009A's highly efficient power conversion under light load conditions extends battery life in portable and handheld applications.
News from Intersil (11 April 2008)
New test added to simulation system
Simulation of Glonass and other GNSS signals provides an effective way of testing receivers, systems and application performance.
News from Spirent Communications (11 April 2008)
Thermal software simplifies design work
ThermPaq thermal characterisation and design is entirely wizard-driven, which makes it attractive for engineers who are not thermal specialists. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (11 April 2008)
Rep deal provides easier route to China
Offers managed migration for companies looking to manufacture in China, together with extensive design engineering capabilities.
News from PIV Technology (11 April 2008)
Fanless x86 SBC design supports SATA
Geode LX 800 processor based SBC is a cost-effective and low-power design engineered to operate at less than 20W under full loading. Brochure Available
News from Adlink Technology (11 April 2008)
Serial ADCs support scalable sensor systems
Single- and dual-channel 12bit A/D convertors communicate via an SPI-compatible serial interface at output rates up to 500Ksample/s. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (11 April 2008)
Laser wire stripper answers mil/aero demands
Novel rotary beam delivery system ensures a cleaner cut all around the circumference of the cable, as opposed to just along the top and the bottom as in previous machines.
News from Spectrum Technologies (11 April 2008)
Comms processors power professional disc system
User Application Article Sony uses Freescale's PowerQUICC II MPC8248 and PowerQUICC III MPC8548 devices to power its XDCAM HD422 Series products.
News from Freescale Semiconductor (11 April 2008)
Joint venture to focus on wireless comms
New company will have the scale to better meet customer needs in 2G, 2.5G, 3G, multimedia, connectivity and all future wireless technologies.
News from NXP Semiconductors (11 April 2008)
Desktop supplies provide 180W without fans
Ideal for today's high powered applications such as monitors, computers, networking equipment, test equipment, printers and more.
News from Protek Power North America (11 April 2008)
cPCI subrack system turns 6U boards sideways
PICMG 2.16 compliant 19in system has a hot-swap fan unit with four fans to provide lateral heat flow from left to right through the unit.
News from Schroff UK (11 April 2008)
Speed record claimed for 1394b controller
High-speed single-chip device provides FireWire interface for ExpressCards, PC addon cards and motherboards or docking stations.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (11 April 2008)
Optical switch keeps up with high-volume tasks
This MLX75303 is an integrated sensor IC, which means that the photodiode, transimpedance amplifier and the Schmitt Trigger voltage output stage are all included in the sensor chip.
News from Melexis (10 April 2008)
LEDs provide efficient street lighting
The cool white power LED will enable lighting application designers to achieve a greater output without sacrificing efficiency by using higher drive currents. Brochure Available
News from Avago Technologies (10 April 2008)
Protocol exerciser offers high-speed operation
IC Xpress supports standard IC protocol, multimaster operation, standard 100Kbps and fast 400Kbps speed modes and even a 3.5Mbit/s high-speed mode for point-to-point topologies. Brochure Available
News from Byte Paradigm (10 April 2008)
RF filters allow easy upgrades
SMA connectors provide a fast and simple means to easily change between modules as filter needs change.
News from NuWaves (10 April 2008)
Custom embedded computing suits user needs
Together with simulation software, Interbus can simulate the behaviour of networked automation systems and other systems structures in real-time.
News from Mazet (10 April 2008)
BIOS partnership speeds product development
Using Embedded BIOS with StrongFrame Technology, BIOS developers can produce working prototypes in days and finish deployments in weeks.
News from RadiSys Corporation (10 April 2008)
Software offers improved hardware debugging
IAR Systems has strengthened its support for Microchip Technology's 16bit PIC24 microcontrollers (MCUs) and dsPIC33F digital signal controllers (DSCs) by adding native hardware level debug support.
News from IAR Systems (10 April 2008)
Manufacturing OS provides productivity boost
Aegis Software's Version 7.0 Manufacturing Operations System (MOS) provides productivity-enhancing features to the manufacturing environment while providing greater operator simplicity and speed.
News from Aegis Europe (10 April 2008)
Lasers boost semiconductor research
The Powerlase lasers will enable the development of the DPP source for lithography steppers, which are used for the fabrication of semiconductors.
News from Powerlase (10 April 2008)
HCI modules allow high data throughput
The connectBlue Bluetooth 2.1+ EDR host controller interface modules are already radio-tested and fine-tuned, so they are ready to be installed in demanding industrial applications.
News from connectBlue (10 April 2008)
Encryption cards speed secure network throughput
Internal gigabit secure bypass network interface cards improve networking appliance performance by independently executing encryption tasks.
News from Interface Masters Technologies (10 April 2008)
Cases rack up advantages as instrument housings
Stylish and versatile 19in cases are manufactured in aluminium which gives them a significant weight advantage over other steel 19in cases on the market.
News from OKW Enclosures (10 April 2008)
Connectors turn to lock in security
Quarter-turn-lock connectors provide fast coupling and uncoupling and are fully vibration resistant. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions (10 April 2008)
Aluminium electrolytic capacitors survive 260C
Improved construction allows surface-mount capacitors to survive the maximum recommended temperature for SAC alloy lead-free reflow solder processes.
News from NIC Components Europe (10 April 2008)
High-reliability digital I/O moves out to USB
With 96 bidirectional digital I/O channels and plug-and-play USB connectivity, the device is ideal for industrial control and automated test applications. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (10 April 2008)
Configurable components cover multiple radios
Integrated configurable components integrate common radio frequency functions while retaining the flexibility designers require to develop a variety of radio systems.
News from RF Micro Devices (10 April 2008)
Distribution deal sheds light on new LEDs
Medium- and high-power LEDs are available in six different package sizes and in several shades. Brochure Available
News from CML Innovative Technologies (10 April 2008)
Low-profile MOSFETs cut on-resistance
Typical applications include load switching and battery protection in portable devices such as cellphones, PDAs, digital cameras, MP3 players and smart phones.
News from Vishay Siliconix (10 April 2008)
Capacitors go for gold performance
Electric double layer capacitors are designed for use in applications requiring high reliability and long life, such as basestations and blade servers. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe (10 April 2008)
SMT spring contacts ease board assembly
Board-mounting contacts enable designers to reduce the requirement for hand soldering in final assembly operations.
News from RIA Connect (10 April 2008)
Metal film resistors offer long-term precision
TT electronics Welwyn Components' new resistors provide typical 12-month low power drifts of +/-0.03% for the RC and +/-30parts per million for the CAR. Brochure Available
News from TT Electronics Welwyn Components ( 9 April 2008)
EEG system draws power from waste body heat
IMEC's battery-free wireless two-channel EEG system has a thermoelectric generator that uses the heat dissipated from a person's temples and silicon photovoltaic cells.
News from IMEC ( 9 April 2008)
New processes cut capacitor thickness
Developments in the 'wet process' used to screen print the di-electric material have allowed Syfer to produce thinner layers.
News from Syfer Technology ( 9 April 2008)
Support range expanded for RTOS and network stack
Micrium products, including uC/OS-II and uC/TCP-IP, along with the uC/Probe monitoring tool, allow users to develop applications in a unified way without encountering compatibility issues.
News from Micrium ( 9 April 2008)
Power supplies save space and money
XP Power's SDR250 series of compact 250W power supplies can supply up to 600W peak power for short periods.
News from XP Power ( 9 April 2008)
LEDS offer high efficiency
OSA Opto Light (OSA) has released the OLS 330 and OCL 400 LEDs, with a 1206 SMD with lens and a white ceramics package.
News from OSA Opto Light ( 9 April 2008)
Co-operation boosts processing power
The core of the GE863-PRO3 is the AT91SAM9260, an ARM9-based embedded processor from Atmel that delivers processing power above 200 MIPS.
News from Telit Wireless Solutions ( 9 April 2008)
CPU board cuts power consumption
Powered by AMD Geode processor with AMD Geode CS5536AD chipset, the AX12260 delivers an integrated solution with high computing performance and low power usage.
News from Axiomtek ( 9 April 2008)
IC manages portable USB power
Power management device combines an autonomous high efficiency power manager, ideal diode controller and battery charger in an ultrathin QFN package. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 9 April 2008)
Microphone and speaker design explained
Guide covers a full range of acoustic interface products, together with technical basics on microphone and speakers. Brochure Available
News from Knowles Acoustics ( 9 April 2008)
Oscilloscope tests DisplayPort compliance
User Application Article Oscilloscope is combined with compliance test software, test fixtures, probe amplifiers and differential SMA probe heads to test compliance with DisplayPort standards.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 9 April 2008)
Logical expansion in clock and data management
Three new devices maintain ON Semiconductor's lead in high-performance logic with high frequency equalisation functions and crosspoint switches.
News from ON Semiconductor ( 9 April 2008)
IP core puts 1394b Link Layer on FPGA
The increased bandwidth of the 800Mbit/s 1394b bus will accelerate applications such as storage systems, digital cameras, printers and other computer peripherals.
News from Imaging Solutions Group (ISG) ( 9 April 2008)
Hierarchical approach speeds PCB layout tasks
Cadence Allegro users can automate and accelerate the tedious process of component placement using CircuitSpace software.
News from Parallel Systems ( 9 April 2008)
Tiny joystick takes control of full size tasks
Miniature Hall-effect joysticks are available in a range of output configurations to satisfy the requirements of applications in security, medical and industrial sectors. Brochure Available
News from Live Electronics ( 9 April 2008)
Learn how to program multicore processors
Intel-sponsored workshops to be held around the globe take a hands-on approach to multicore programming. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 9 April 2008)
Low-cost kit checks fibre and components
The FiberMaster is a handheld single- and multimode fibre optic tester that combines a power meter and light source. Brochure Available
News from Ideal Industries (UK) ( 9 April 2008)
Health checkup for safety analysers
Verifying the in-service accuracy of electromedical safety analysers is quick and easy with the IEC60601 Checkbox from Rigel Medical.
News from Rigel Medical ( 9 April 2008)
Magnetic components are made to measure
Custom and tailored magnetic components can be sourced from a wide base of magnetic franchises, including Ferroxcube, Bourns and Datatronics.
News from Abacus Group ( 9 April 2008)
Slimline batteries last longer in handheld kit
High-energy-density rechargeable lithium polymer batteries enable design miniaturisation and extended runtimes.
News from Texim Europe ( 9 April 2008)
Signal-conditioning devices tested for integrity
User Application Article Test system provides low cost of test and supports a full range of digital, mixed-signal, RF and wireless applications.
News from Verigy ( 8 April 2008)
Narrowband transceiver offers 128 channels
General purpose VHF transceiver module covers any 3MHz switching bandwidth specified in the frequency range of 135-175MHz. Brochure Available
News from Radiometrix ( 8 April 2008)
Graphics cards extend thin client displays
User Application Article Boundless Technologies can now provide customers a multi-video desktop that consumes less than one-tenth the power of an equivalent PC desktop.
News from Matrox Graphics ( 8 April 2008)
Speedy serial Flash targets handset integration
Serial interface Flash memory devices offer an ideal code storage medium for applications where small form factor, low power consumption and high datarate are a must.
News from Silicon Storage Technology ( 8 April 2008)
Automotive fibre network standard revised
Car, device and component makers have collaborated in setting the new physical layer specification for MOST150.
News from MOST Cooperation ( 8 April 2008)
Midspan puts more power over Ethernet
Can be configured to supply 15.4W of power per port over two pairs in compliance with IEEE802.3af standard or to 38.5W over four pairs of the Cat5e cable.
News from GlobTek ( 8 April 2008)
RFID chips track PCB work in progress
User Application Article Real-time traceability system for PCB manufacturers incorporates Texas Instruments' RFID Gen 2 UHF chips.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 8 April 2008)
Reuse methodology makes more of IP assets
Semiconductor designers can now license a proven IP core reuse methodology and toolset from IPextreme.
News from IPextreme ( 8 April 2008)
Compact USB DMM outperforms desktop units
USB digital multimeter offers ten-times the resolution of typical 6.5-digit DMMs for a wide range of inputs.
News from Signametrics ( 8 April 2008)
High-end debugger to cover all AVR MCUs
The AVR One! debugger speeds up programming and supports nonintrusive observation and logging of how the embedded system performs.
News from Atmel Corporation ( 8 April 2008)
LED driver produces regulated current output
The TPS40211 allows designers to efficiently manage LED lighting, industrial control and battery-powered systems.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 8 April 2008)
MCUs have more power for domestic duties
Upgraded 8bit microcontrollers provide flexible, scalable control in white goods, including washing machines, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers and cooking products.
News from Freescale Semiconductor ( 8 April 2008)
Java development environment works with VxWorks
Hard-real-time technologies work together to help in the design of complex mission- and safety-critical software within large teams where modular design is essential.
News from Aonix ( 8 April 2008)
Network card boosts packet routing efficiency
The ABN-512 is optimised for multicore architectures and able to implement efficient packet routing by using multiple queues and interrupt load balancing using MSI-X.
News from Portwell Technology ( 8 April 2008)
Connectors handle tough transport jobs
High shock and vibration resistance is achieved without the need for lock wires and the VEAM VBN connectors are resistant to fuel oils, solvents and elevated temperatures. Brochure Available
News from PEI-Genesis ( 8 April 2008)
Multifunction devices aid debugging
The GP-24100 and GP-24200 can operate as digital pattern generators, logic/state analysers, JTAG port controllers, SPI exercisers and analysers and as IC exercisers and analysers. Brochure Available
News from Byte Paradigm ( 8 April 2008)
University leads in design verification training
Dr Kerstin Eder has been invited to present her work at the Cadence Academic Network Symposium during CDNLive, the Cadence annual user conference
News from Cadence Design Systems ( 8 April 2008)
Memory compilers streamline SoC design
The SiWare Memory compilers and SiWare Logic libraries provide designers with options for maximum flexibility in effectively managing design tradeoffs to meet their specific requirements.
News from Virage Logic ( 8 April 2008)
Frequency-agile transceiver moves to single chip
Can transmit and receive data across all WiMAX bands, as well as those used for W-CDMA and HSPA, and those that are planned for LTE.
News from Lime Microsystems ( 8 April 2008)
Arrays take more processing power into space
Virtex-4QV FPGAs are guaranteed for radiation tolerance, allowing aerospace designers to take advantage of high-performance high-density reprogrammable technology.
News from Xilinx ( 8 April 2008)
Step-up convertors power LED backlights
Devices include on-chip MOSFETs to reduce part count, and operate up to 1MHz to minimise the need for filtering components.
News from STMicroelectronics ( 8 April 2008)
USB-based controllers ease touch integration
Capacitive touch sensor controllers feature enhanced RFI immunity, wake-on-touch functionality and increased MTBF specifications.
News from 3M Touch Systems UK ( 8 April 2008)
Low-cost FPGAs are enhanced for communications
Increased performance transceivers drive serial interfaces at speeds from 600Mbit/s to 3.125Gbit/s and reduce static power consumption by up to 20%.
News from Altera Europe ( 8 April 2008)
Oscillator meets stringent stability standards
Devices are available in frequencies from 10 to 20MHz with an overall frequency stability of +/-4.6ppm.
News from Fox Electronics ( 8 April 2008)
Battery charger chip takes protection onboard
Charger IC includes an an isolated overvoltage protection switch and features a digital thermal management system to maximise charging efficiency.
News from Advanced Analogic Technologies ( 8 April 2008)
Water-cooled servers suit office environment
The Varistar LHX 3 water-cooled server cabinet suits organisations without a separate air-conditioned computer room.
News from Schroff UK ( 7 April 2008)
Booklet outlines LXI Standard
The LXI Standard is a replacement for GPIB, providing an interface that applies the power of the web to test and measurement.
News from Pickering Interfaces ( 7 April 2008)
Network analyser handles 50GHz measurement
The four-port architecture of the R and S ZVA50 allows users to perform tests on balanced components. Brochure Available
News from Rohde and Schwarz ( 7 April 2008)
Coating systems go on show
National Electronics Week will be an opportunity for electronics companies to attend a drop-in coating problem workshop in which SCH will help solve any coating issues.
News from SCH Technologies ( 7 April 2008)
TFT LCD survives rough use
Heat conductors transport the dissipation heat of the LEDs to the rear outer side of the panel where it can be easily given off into the environment.
News from Sharp Microelectronics Europe ( 7 April 2008)
High-performance FPGA is platform for innovation
Daughterboard with Xilinx Virtex-4 FPGA expands prototyping options using the Altium Innovation Station.
News from Altium ( 7 April 2008)
Survey reveals engineering optimism
Despite concerns about the UK economy, the majority of engineers remain positive that their businesses will continue their recent growth and output levels. Brochure Available
News from Fascia Graphics ( 7 April 2008)
Acoustic recognition is novel approach to touch
A novel range of touch panels from French company Sensitive Object is now available in the UK from GPEG International. Brochure Available
News from GPEG International ( 7 April 2008)
Rotary switches are customised to order
The feel of a rotary switch can be modified according to use, whether it's for a radio, audio/video equipment, medical equipment or rugged specialist vehicles. Brochure Available
News from EAO ( 7 April 2008)
Wide-input regulator handles automotive supplies
Small-footprint step-down switching regulator is ideal for load dump and cold-crank conditions found in automotive applications. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 7 April 2008)
Faster development for time-triggered systems
RapidiTTy Builder will allow even inexperienced developers to create reliable embedded systems for microcontrollers with an ARM7 or Cortex core.
News from TTE Systems ( 7 April 2008)
Pushbutton switches are sealed on the panel
Sealed switches will interest manufacturers of industrial control and automation systems as well as those building medical products.
News from Knitter Switch ( 7 April 2008)
Keyboard comes with inbuilt RFID reader
Dual interface keyboard for contact and contactless chip cards targets applications that call for high level of security, while maintaining ease of operation and cost-effectiveness.
News from Cherry Electrical Products ( 7 April 2008)
Rack directory helps deal with increasing density
Directory is divided by application to enable easy selection, and includes details of Rittal's extensive range of networking and server cabinets including the leading TS 8 and TE 7000 range. Brochure Available
News from Rittal ( 7 April 2008)
Flash memories cut handset design costs
MirrorBit Eclipse architecture-based MCPs offer exceptional user experience in mid- to high-end mobile phone platforms.
News from Spansion ( 7 April 2008)
Touch sensors enable camcorder shrink
User Application Article The slimline JVC Everio G Series of camcorders features a touch-sensitive user interface made using Cypress PScC CapSense technology.
News from Cypress Semiconductor ( 7 April 2008)
Distribution agreement expands opto portfolio
Expanded product portfolio now includes planar lightwave, MEMS passive, FTTH and optical modules, as well as a complete range of complementary optical subassemblies.
News from Ultimate Renaissance ( 7 April 2008)
Embedded motherboard enables multitasking
Mini-ITX form factor board combines the latest Intel Core 2 Duo, Core Duo and Celeron M processors with the Intel 945GM+ICH7M chipset.
News from Aaeon ( 7 April 2008)
Mini-ITX motherboard offers AMD alternatives
The MI932 offers a choice of single-core Athlon 64 and dual-core 64 X2 processors, both of which are guaranteed to be available for at least the next five years..
News from IBase Technology ( 7 April 2008)
Production deal secures organic substrate supplies
Substrates offer a very dense, thin core, build-up flip-chip technology that combines exceptional electrical, reliability and wireability performance with a very cost effective material set.
News from Endicott Interconnect Technologies ( 7 April 2008)
Antenna coupler covers Tetra frequencies
Antenna coupler for Tetra frequencies complements the 2303 Stabilock, a dedicated Tetra mobile station tester for service in the field of PMR.
News from Willtek Communications ( 7 April 2008)
Wireless modem offers flexible M2M options
Industrial-grade base unit provides GSM/GPRS/Edge technologies and pluggable boards cater for a range of M2M applications.
News from Maestro Wireless Solutions ( 7 April 2008)
Driver upgrades USB to serial interface ICs
Microsoft certified CDM device driver covers all Windows platforms, including Vista SP1 and the newly released Server 2008.
News from Future Technology Devices International ( 7 April 2008)
Power amp is ready for CDMA expansion
CDMA power amplifier reduces average current consumption as much as 50%, compared with conventional two-stage amplifiers.
News from Anadigics ( 7 April 2008)
KVM switch and drawer combo covers 16
New two-in-one unit will allow users to switch between 16 servers then access and control anyone of them.
News from Minicom Advanced Systems ( 7 April 2008)
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