News releases on Electronicstalk categorised by date
Sunday 27 April
to Saturday 3 May 2008
Software streamlines design process
CCEssentials streamlines the design process with a more intuitive interface combined with C code density and powerful debugging capabilities.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) ( 2 May 2008)
Overlays receive safety accreditation
All UL-approved Fascia Graphics products have been tested to nationally recognised safety standards. Brochure Available
News from Fascia Graphics ( 2 May 2008)
Modular power supply suits medical use
The Xzite family employs a plug and play architecture that allows users to instantly configure a custom power solution in less than five minutes. medical applications.
News from Excelsys Technologies ( 2 May 2008)
Design tools produce their first ICs
User Application Article The Active Matrix Systems Group, one of several design teams at the Redhill, UK-based Philips Research Labs, started using the Tanner EDA tool suite just over a year ago.
News from EDA Solutions ( 2 May 2008)
Serial adapter supports 10Mbit/s speeds
The T4Ue synchronous four-port serial adapter supports RS232C, X.21, RS530, RS422, V.35 and RS449 network interfaces operating at serial line speeds up to 10Mbit/s.
News from FarSite Communications ( 2 May 2008)
Signal analysis suits aerospace applications
The R and S FS-K15 enables the FSMR measuring receiver to perform a complete calibration of VOR/ILS signal generators without any add-on equipment.
News from Rohde and Schwarz ( 2 May 2008)
Solar simulator tests satellite power systems
System allows engineers to accurately simulate the I-V curve of a solar panel's array under various environmental conditions.
News from Agilent Technologies Europe ( 2 May 2008)
Steel connector housing shows its mettle
Device opens up new opportunities for the use of flexible interconnection technology in industries where there is a need for sealing against corrosion.
News from Harting ( 2 May 2008)
LED backlights slim to EL thickness
Light guide packages are thinner than ever for OEMs who need to meet the increasing consumer demand for smaller, slimmer size with no sacrifice in performance.
News from Global Lighting Technologies ( 2 May 2008)
HV supply is instrumental in mass spectrometry
The MCP's 3kV, 330uA output section is floating and isolated to 16kV, allowing easy referencing of the output to voltage potentials other than ground.
News from Spellman High Voltage Electronics Corp ( 2 May 2008)
One-chip transceiver saves space, power and time
ISM band transceiver integrates sigma-delta fractional-N synthesiser, VCO, up- and downconversion mixers, data slicer and transceiver configuration registers.
News from RF Micro Devices ( 2 May 2008)
PXI modules feature FPGA flexibility
Hardware can be graphically programmed with the NI LabView FPGA Module to perform custom onboard processing for inline data analysis and deterministic I/O control. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments ( 2 May 2008)
Switching regulator has ultrawide input range
Accepts inputs from 3.6 to 25V, making it suitable for regulating power from a wide variety of sources, including protected automotive batteries, industrial supplies and unregulated wall adapters. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp ( 2 May 2008)
Connector is ideal for industrial environments
Caters for transmission rates of up to 40Gbit/s while being highly resistant to dust, moisture and chemicals as well as mechanical and electromagnetic loads.
News from Quadrant Connections ( 2 May 2008)
Programmable radio chip runs wireless mice
User Application Article A microdongle that is roughly the size of a US dime uses the fully integrated CYRF69213 PRoC LP device to deliver low-power wireless connectivity to Darfon's mice.
News from Cypress Semiconductor ( 2 May 2008)
Power chip has all handheld supplies covered
Highly integrated power IC allows designers of portable battery powered devices to optimise performance, reduce footprint and drive down cost.
News from Advanced Analogic Technologies ( 2 May 2008)
Novel print process enables flexible coverage
Fascia will now be able to print onto parts that are angled, concave or radiused such as car switches, or recessed areas. Brochure Available
News from Fascia Graphics ( 2 May 2008)
DC/DC modules are reliable yet affordable
The VPT Series of COTS DC/DC convertors now offers the full range of power options from 5 to 100W in standard output power configurations.
News from Advanced Power Components (APC) ( 2 May 2008)
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth coexist in PDA
User Application Article Using the embedded Wi-Fi supplied by CSR, Mio's P560 is able to browse the web, receive data updates, access Outlook e-mail and much more.
News from Cambridge Silicon Radio ( 2 May 2008)
Touch technology is LG's Secret weapon
User Application Article ClearPad and ClearArray provide robust, high-performance touchscreen interfaces for manufacturers of mobile devices.
News from Synaptics ( 2 May 2008)
Precompliance tester cuts WiMAX development costs
The new MINT T2100 is billed as the most complete and versatile solution for developers and integrators of WiMAX terminals and basestations.
News from AT4 wireless ( 2 May 2008)
Motor driver ICs suit fast stop/start cycles
The A1444 and A1445 employ a soft-switching algorithm to reduce audible switching noise and EMI interference.
News from Allegro MicroSystems Europe ( 1 May 2008)
Regulator saves board space and cost
By satisfying power requirements for DDR3 memory, the PM6641 will suit new products using the latest high-speed memory standard.
News from STMicroelectronics ( 1 May 2008)
Power amplifier meets WiMAX needs
The AP3011 covers the key frequency ranges specified for WiMAX applications, from 2.3 to 2.7GHz.
News from Admiral Microwaves ( 1 May 2008)
Software provides transistor-level noise analysis
Noise Analysis Option provides transistor-level noise analysis, including analysis of the impact of white and flicker noise, with true Spice accuracy for every type of circuit.
News from Berkeley Design Automation ( 1 May 2008)
Electronics companies fail WEEE test
New research reveals some concerning misconceptions about WEEE regulations, which are resulting in many manufacturing businesses putting themselves at risk of breaching the rules.
News from Environment Agency ( 1 May 2008)
TV analyser handles MPEG-2 streams
The R and S ETL TV analyser combines the functions of a RF TV analyser, an MPEG-2 analyser and a spectrum analyser, transforming it into a universal test platform.
News from Rohde and Schwarz ( 1 May 2008)
Tact switches are sealed to IP67
Sealed tact switches provide excellent tactile feedback and offer a long operational life of at least one million cycles.
News from Knitter Switch ( 1 May 2008)
Sinewave inverters fit 19in rack systems
DSP-controlled inverters provide low-distortion sinewave output using an advanced high-frequency PWM technique that achieves efficiency levels as high as 92%. Brochure Available
News from Unipower Europe ( 1 May 2008)
LDOs are made for automotive applications
Low-dropout regulators integrate robust protection circuitry, operate over a wide 5 to 40V supply range and withstand load-dump transients up to 45V.
News from Maxim Integrated Products ( 1 May 2008)
Software secures M2M wireless links
The Open AT Security Plug-In enables developers of all categories of wireless M2M systems to make sure that important data are securely stored and safely transmitted.
News from Wavecom ( 1 May 2008)
Paralleling power supply outputs for redundancy
Technical Background Article Configuring a redundant power system is not just a matter connecting two power supplies in parallel: Alex Karapetian explains why. Brochure Available
News from Acopian Power Supplies ( 1 May 2008)
DC/DC convertors meet military demands
Versatile, compact, high-specification modules are sold at very competitive prices that will meet many different customer requirements including military and avionics.
News from Powerstax ( 1 May 2008)
Characterisation software addresses wafer level
Reliability test and data analysis tools allow ACS-based test systems to produce lifetime predictions as much as five times faster than traditional WLR test solutions. Brochure Available
News from Keithley Instruments ( 1 May 2008)
Distribution stock guarantees rack supply
Surtech Distribution is committed to holding a minimum of GBP 200,000 worth of Imrak 1400 stock at any time and can arrange next day delivery.
News from Surtech Distribution ( 1 May 2008)
Novel architecture offers transistor breakthrough
The world's first high-frequency high-voltage vertical field effect transistors deliver increased bandwidth, voltage and power levels to radar and avionic applications.
News from HVVi Semiconductors ( 1 May 2008)
Acquisition expands franchise base
By acquiring part of the defunct Spartan Europe business, Aerco has gained new franchise relationships with Wernes Cambion, Hi-G Italia, Hypertac and Oxley.
News from Aerco ( 1 May 2008)
Bipolar gate drivers sink up to 9A
The new devices prevent latch-up and eliminate shoot-through, so helping to improve circuit reliability and improve EMI performance.
News from Zetex ( 1 May 2008)
Printed circuit board brokerage expands
More customers are now taking advantage of ALR's flexible stock holding facility that allows them to call off circuit boards as required from a central depot.
News from ALR Services ( 1 May 2008)
Audio core adds Blu-ray Disc support
Tensilica's HiFi Audio Engine is a fully programmable processor core optimised for audio applications, with a library of over 30 of the most popular audio software packages.
News from Tensilica ( 1 May 2008)
Broadband gateway processor uses two ARMs
User Application Article Mindspeed Technologies has used two ARM1136J-S processors in its Comcerto 100 series of broadband gateway processors.
News from ARM ( 1 May 2008)
Wire-to-board connectors click into place
Connectors can be used for both signal and power connections in a variety of end-user products, including flat panel displays, gaming devices and onboard automotive systems.
News from Molex UK ( 1 May 2008)
Power amp targets dual-band European handsets
The AWT6224 is designed to meet requirements for WCDMA and HSPA operation with Qualcomm's latest chipsets.
News from Anadigics ( 1 May 2008)
System links 15 valves
User Application Article TTTech and Eaton's Hydraulics Operations have developed a communication system for up to 15 individually controlled proportional twin-spool valves.
News from TTTech Computertechnik (30 April 2008)
Automated test summit to have global coverage
The Automated Test Summit 2008 will be hosted live online on 5th June 2008, and will be presented in the Americas, Europe and Asia. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (30 April 2008)
Company announces broadband acquisition
Conexant's strengths in broadcast operator set-top box (STB) solutions complement NXP's terrestrial IP and retail STB and digital TV products.
News from NXP Semiconductors (30 April 2008)
IC design offering eases 65nm processes
The Cadence Virtuoso custom design platform offers speedier simulation tools for accurate and efficient verification of complex designs.
News from Cadence Design Systems (30 April 2008)
Circuit simulator receives upgrade
The Cadence Virtuoso Spectre circuit simulator eases the verification of phase-locked loops, analogue-to-digital convertors, transceivers, clock data recovery circuits and power supply circuits.
News from Cadence Design Systems (30 April 2008)
Clock driver passes tough testing
The INSSTE32882-GS04 exhibits the lowest jitter and most tightly controlled propagation delay in the industry, giving module manufacturers a high manufacturing margin for memory module production.
News from Inphi Corp (30 April 2008)
Test system meets GPS requirements
Spirent is the first test equipment vendor to support all A-GPS testing standards, including RF performance, signalling conformance and secure user plane (SUPL) application enabler.
News from Spirent Communications (30 April 2008)
Software helps replace submarine periscopes
User Application Article The optronic mast will use the Wind River VxWorks real-time operating system (RTOS) running on Thales quad PowerPC AltiVec COTS boards and AdaCore GNAT Pro to power the stabilisation system.
News from Wind River Systems (30 April 2008)
Programmable logic saves portable power
With its low standby current, small form factor and instant-on operation, the ispMach 4000ZE family is ideal for handheld and portable equipment such as GPS systems.
News from Lattice Semiconductor UK (30 April 2008)
RF source calibrates high-accuracy analysers
The phase noise specification of the Fluke 9640A-LPN is designed around maintaining adequate calibration margin capable of verifying the most demanding spectrum analysers. Brochure Available
News from Fluke Precision Measurement (30 April 2008)
Li-ion batteries power Galileo experiments
User Application Article A Saft battery module comprising 27 Li-ion cells is providing power for the onboard electronics in the Giove-B satellite, launched this week from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. Brochure Available
News from Saft Space and Defence Batteries (30 April 2008)
Balun bridges domestic comms gap
The twisted pair telephone or VDSL2 connectors are plugged into one end of the balun and a coaxial cable that is connected to the other end of the balun is plugged into a set-top box.
News from Focus EDL (30 April 2008)
Step-up convertors raise voltages efficiently
The XC9128/29 series from Torex deliver efficiencies up to 93% over the entire load range, and can supply 500mA to a 3.3V load from a 1.8V battery supply.
News from Torex Semiconductor (30 April 2008)
USB dongle modems put PCs in charge of mesh nets
Compact USB dongle modem allows control and monitoring of wireless sensor networks based on low-power 868MHz mesh technology.
News from One RF Technology (30 April 2008)
Combination connectors have many options
D-sub connectors combine coaxial, signal and power contacts, with a choice of 23 different variants.
News from Arun Components (30 April 2008)
Circulars are made for medical electronics
Connectors provide robust solutions for a wide range of medical applications including patient monitoring systems, dental equipment, defibrillators and handheld operating units.
News from Arrow Electronics (UK) (30 April 2008)
Optical incremental encoders run at speed
Specifically designed for use in stepper motors, miniature servomotors, packaging machines and a wide range of industrial and factory automation applications.
News from Avago Technologies (30 April 2008)
Ambient light sensors promise easy application
Devices provide a simple way to improve efficiency and functionality in end products by enabling applications to automatically adjust to varying light conditions.
News from Intersil (30 April 2008)
Comms processors cover all broadband flavours
SoCs integrate a high-performance, low-power service processor to provide carrier-grade availability.
News from Marvell (30 April 2008)
PCI Express IP moves to next generation
Industry's only complete silicon-proven PCI Express 2.0 IP solution from a single vendor includes digital controllers, PHY and verification IP.
News from Synopsys (29 April 2008)
Second-generation receiver IC upgrades GPS
GPS solutions provide enhanced design flexibility with multiple options for either stand-alone or host-dependent applications.
News from Atheros Communications (29 April 2008)
WiMAX transceiver boosts SNR performance
Improved performance maximises the data throughput and radio-link range of nomadic and mobile WiMAX subscriber applications.
News from Maxim Integrated Products (29 April 2008)
Eight-line ESD protector meets display demands
PicoGuard XS architecture integrates inductors with the diodes to create fixed point impedance matching for high speed data lines.
News from California Micro Devices (29 April 2008)
Rotary switches are Demko certified
H Series switches are available at ratings of 1 and 4A, 250V AC resistive load with minimum life of 10,000 operations.
News from Omeg (29 April 2008)
Multi-output 100W supplies are user configurable
Cost-efficient 1U-high configurable 100W power supplies answer requirements from broadcast and instrumentation markets. Brochure Available
News from Lambda (29 April 2008)
DIN-rail supplies come with conformal coating
Coating provides higher operational safety and reliability in a number of installation environments.
News from Puls UK (29 April 2008)
Modular programmer moves MCUs to production
Additional XC800 Flash target probes can be added to the XC800-ProdPro to build a production environment with up to eight parallel programming units.
News from Hitex Development Tools (29 April 2008)
Stack is made for small-footprint 32bit systems
RTXC Quark TCP/IP uses a high-speed dataplane architecture to process TCP, IP and UDP packets rapidly with minimal "touching".
News from Nohau UK (29 April 2008)
Switch detects mezzanine card insertion
With an extended temperature range and long electrical and mechanical life, the HDT Series detect switch is ideal for Advanced Mezzanine Card applications.
News from C+K Components (29 April 2008)
Smaller outline for resettable PTC thermistors
The compact MF-PSMF product family is the fastest operating of all Bourns' Multifuse resettable thermistors. Brochure Available
News from TTI Europe (29 April 2008)
ARM-compliant CPUs target enterprise computing
SoCs integrate single- or dual-core gigahertz-capable ARM instruction set-compliant processors along with a host of I/O peripherals.
News from Marvell (29 April 2008)
Getting the measure of power quality
The Livingston power quality test and measurement brochure details a range of power analysers, and the company has also published a "Guide to managing your power quality".
News from Livingston UK (29 April 2008)
Chinese alliance targets automotive expansion
Freescale and Chery intend to drive breakthroughs in cost-effective body electronics, powertrain, body electronics and HEV solutions into next-generation automotive system designs.
News from Freescale Semiconductor (29 April 2008)
Generators are instrumental in serial compliance
User Application Article Testronic Laboratories uses many Tektronix products for standards compliance tests including high-speed oscilloscopes and the AWG7102 arbitrary waveform generator. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (29 April 2008)
Licence puts Spansion on IBM's Racetrack
Memory breakthrough could lead to cheaper, more durable electronic devices that would hold far more data in the same amount of space and boot up more quickly.
News from Spansion (29 April 2008)
Network emulator upgrades EV-DO coverage
Suite includes tests for basic scenarios such as EV-DO functionality like HRPD session and connection setup for Rev A and system reselection.
News from Aeroflex (29 April 2008)
Catalogue speeds access to wire and ribbon cable
Range includes eight different styles of equipment wire in all the popular sizes and colours, and two different styles of flat ribbon cable. Brochure Available
News from Anixter Components (29 April 2008)
Alliance to advance printed electronics modelling
Generic modelling tool suite will enable organic electronics companies to build behavioural models of physical phenomena, technologies or IC designs.
News from Infiniscale (29 April 2008)
Monochrome TFT is high-performance alternative
Transflective mono TFT unit delivers better sunlight readability and maintains a greater contrast ratio in sunlight than a transmissive unit.
News from Varitronix UK (29 April 2008)
Programmable platform promises power savings
PolarPro II offers ultralow power consumption combined with small-footprint packages.
News from QuickLogic (29 April 2008)
Oscilloscope training is made to measure
Agilent Scope Days will tour the UK to educate customers about the possibilities presented by the Agilent family of oscilloscopes.
News from Amplicon (29 April 2008)
PCB assemblies analysed while you wait
Fast-turnaround inspection service using the Dage XiDAT 7600 X-ray inspection system provides quality assurance data on BGA mounting and other production issues.
News from Soldertec Global (29 April 2008)
PC oscilloscope moves into the big time
A dual-channel PC sampling oscilloscope with a bandwidth of 12GHz allows acquisition and measurement of fast signals with a transient response of 50ps or faster.
News from Pico Technology (28 April 2008)
Enclosure alliance expands range worldwide
Ritec's products have an excellent fit with Hammond's own manufactured product portfolio, offering different size options and value for money price positioning.
News from Hammond Electronics (28 April 2008)
Probes cater for cramped assemblies
Half-length threaded switch probes are ideal for applications where space is limited.
News from Peak Test Services (28 April 2008)
More options in AC tube axial fans
The latest additions to the Caravel range of AC tube axial fans offer increased airflow and the option of dual-speed operation.
News from Comair Rotron Europe (28 April 2008)
Disk-sized SBC sports the mighty Atom
SBC promises supreme computing performance at remarkably low power consumption for compact and mobile computing platforms.
News from IBase Technology (28 April 2008)
Interconnects offer high power density
The EXTreme PowerMass Connector is one of the highest capacity board-to-board connectors on the market, with multiple capacity power modules and a wide signal count capability.
News from Molex UK (28 April 2008)
Software speeds display design
Until the release of SCADE Display, embedded display application developers have had to work manually or with a nonintegrated collection of design tools
News from Esterel Technologies (28 April 2008)
Large capacitors avoid board bending
Superterm is a flexible board polymer termination that helps avoid board bending in multilayer ceramic chip capacitors.
News from HolyStone (Europe) (28 April 2008)
Software provides real-time video conferencing
User Application Article Spirit Conferencing Engine may be used to arrange conferencing sessions involving dozens or even thousands of participants.
News from Spirit DSP (28 April 2008)
Analogue design prize honours retired Chairman
Valued at US $150,000, the Engibous Prize is the largest of its kind, and will be awarded to students from Asia, Europe and North America.
News from Texas Instruments (April 2006-) (28 April 2008)
Distribution deal signed for video platform
Omnitek's AVDP system enables video system engineers to prototype and test complex high-speed signal processing algorithms in real time.
News from Nu Horizons Electronics Corp (28 April 2008)
Application note suits mass transit interconnects
ITT Interconnect Solutions can provide customers with integrated interconnect solutions and is able to act as a single source for systems from connectors to complete junction boxes. Brochure Available
News from ITT Interconnect Solutions (28 April 2008)
Target takes advantage of hardware acceleration
The new Altia OpenGL ES DeepScreen target is OS-independent and may be ported to any environment, with or without an OS.
News from Altia (28 April 2008)
Guidelines for accessible ICT design
When designing systems for use by the general public it is important for engineers and technicians to have an understanding of the implications of different impairments.
News from RNIB Scientific Research Unit (28 April 2008)
Card edge connector is made for mezzanines
Connector enables flexible but stable spacing between parallel boards in mezzanine card applications.
News from Harting (28 April 2008)
Three-channel regulator shrinks handset supplies
The LTC3545 operates from an input voltage range of 2.25 to 5.5V, and can generate output voltages as low as 0.6V. Brochure Available
News from Linear Technology Corp (28 April 2008)
PC software supports the latest Tek scopes
New software release can be used to control the Tektronix DPO3000 and TDS3000C digital phosphor oscilloscopes as well as the MSO4000 mixed-signal oscilloscopes. Brochure Available
News from National Instruments (28 April 2008)
MIPI Alliance commissions UniPro tests
Testronic Labs has been contracted to deliver the test specifications and testware required for the verification of UniPro devices.
News from Testronic Laboratories (28 April 2008)
Generator removes amplifier from test setup
The new AFG3011 includes a high amplitude output stage and delivers up to 20V peak-peak into 50ohm loads straight out of the box. Brochure Available
News from Tektronix (28 April 2008)
Filtered inlets handle more power
IEC inlet filter features a two-stage construction, HF screening and high-quality components, making it ideal for noise attenuation up to 1GHz. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics UK (28 April 2008)
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