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Keysight Technologies’ New BenchVue Software Release Eliminates Instrument Programming for Custom Creation of Automated Tests

October 21, 2015

SANTA ROSA, Calif. – Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) today announced the release of the latest version of its popular BenchVue software. BenchVue is an intuitive, easy-to-use PC software application that provides multiple-instrument measurement visibility and data capture that eliminates the need for instrument programming.

This landmark 3.0 version of BenchVue introduces a new capability that allows for custom creation of simple automated tests. The new BenchVue Test Flow app features an intuitive drag-and-drop interface that allows for rapid prototyping of test sequences. The app combines the power of a sequencer with the data capture and analysis tools of … Read More → "Keysight Technologies’ New BenchVue Software Release Eliminates Instrument Programming for Custom Creation of Automated Tests"

Green Hills Software INTEGRITY-178 tuMP Multicore Operating System Selected by Georgia Tech Research Institute and Air National Guard for C-130 Software Modernization Program

October 21, 2015

SANTA BARBARA, CA — Green Hills Software, the worldwide leader in high assurance operating systems, announced Georgia Tech Research Institute’s selection of the INTEGRITY®-178 tuMP™ multicore operating system for the US Air National Guard’s Tactical Airlift Mission Software Suite (TAMSS) software modernization program. This new software environment will be based on Green Hills Software’s INTEGRITY-178 Time-Variant Unified Multi Processing (tuMP) operating system for Intel architectures. Using the INTEGRITY-178 tuMP operating system, the Georgia Tech Research Institute will transform this existing airborne C-130 computer system, based on an Intel i7 multicore processor, from a single-use model … Read More → "Green Hills Software INTEGRITY-178 tuMP Multicore Operating System Selected by Georgia Tech Research Institute and Air National Guard for C-130 Software Modernization Program"

Renesas Electronics Launches Third Generation Single-Chip Powerline Modem Solution Supporting Worldwide Standards and Frequency Bands

October 21, 2015

Düsseldorf, October 21, 2015 – Renesas Electronics, a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced the launch of the third generation of its market leading OFDM powerline (PLC) modem solution. It continues to provide the flexibility to support any PLC protocol standard, such as PRIME1.3.6/1.4 and G3, for all global frequency bands including CENELEC A, FCC and ARIB.

Renesas’ third generation of flexible single-chip powerline solutions allows meter manufacturers to manage their key challenges more easily, as it helps significantly shorten time-to-market, minimise risk and maximise … Read More →

SiTime’s Time Machine II Programmer Delivers Instant Customized Oscillator Samples

October 21, 2015

SUNNYVALE, Calif. – October 21, 2015 – SiTime Corporation, a MEMS and analog semiconductor company and a wholly owned subsidiary of MegaChips Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange: 6875), today introduced the Time Machine II™, a portable programmer for MEMS oscillators. This programmer instantly customizes MEMS oscillators enabling engineers to accelerate design time and optimize system performance.

“Legacy quartz oscillators cannot be customized easily; samples are delivered after 15 to 20 weeks and the payment of an NRE fee,” said Piyush Sevalia, executive vice president of marketing at SiTime. “With SiTime’s Time Machine II programmer, designers can instantly program SiTime’s MEMS oscillators … Read More → "SiTime’s Time Machine II Programmer Delivers Instant Customized Oscillator Samples"

Synopsys Demonstrates Industry’s First MIPI D-PHY IP Operating at 2.5 Gbps per Lane on TSMC 16-nm FinFET Plus Process

October 21, 2015

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq:SNPS) today announced the industry’s first demonstration of MIPI® D-PHY IP on TSMC’s 16-nanometer (nm) FinFET Plus (16FF+) process operating at 2.5 Gbps per lane. The demonstration shows the DesignWare® D-PHY receiver (Rx) lane connected to Keysight Technologies’ test equipment, which provided burst-mode stimulus for stressed eye testing and the transmitter (Tx) lane connected to the Keysight oscilloscope displaying the transmitter’s performance. The DesignWare MIPI D-PHY operating at very high speeds on the 16FF+ process, enables designers to meet their power and performance requirements while ensuring interoperability with the latest image sensors and displays. … Read More → "Synopsys Demonstrates Industry’s First MIPI D-PHY IP Operating at 2.5 Gbps per Lane on TSMC 16-nm FinFET Plus Process"

Mentor Graphics Announces New 3D Solution and Major Productivity Improvements to the PADS Flow

October 20, 2015

WILSONVILLE, Ore., Oct. 20, 2015 — Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced new PADS® 3D tool capabilities plus major usability enhancements to the PADS flow for printed circuit board (PCB) design. The new technology provides visualization, placement, and design rule checking in 3D, minimizing iterations with mechanical and manufacturing teams. Schematic design and layout enhancements improve usability across the flow for increased user productivity.

“The photorealistic PADS 3D tool (with solder mask turned ON) made it very clear, very quickly that I had a problem. Without it, we would have had to document/disposition the issue, … Read More → "Mentor Graphics Announces New 3D Solution and Major Productivity Improvements to the PADS Flow"

Cadence Announces the First IP Subsystem with Integrated USB Type-C, USB Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alternate Mode Support

October 20, 2015

SAN JOSE, Calif, October 20, 2015 — Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS) today announced that it now offers the industry’s first IP subsystem with pre-verified components including a single-chip port controller IP that integrates USB Type-C™, USB Power Delivery and DisplayPort™ Alternate Mode (Alt Mode). This new design IP enables the development of single-chip solutions for combining video, audio, USB and up to 100W of power on a single external connector.

The integration of the IP as a single-chip solution is important for mobile and cost-sensitive consumer devices where a single connector, lower bill … Read More → "Cadence Announces the First IP Subsystem with Integrated USB Type-C, USB Power Delivery and DisplayPort Alternate Mode Support"

UltraSoC joins PRiME Programme

October 20, 2015

UltraSoC, the leading provider of on-chip monitoring and analytics solutions for complex systems-on-chip (SoCs) today announced that it has joined the PRiME Programme. Funded by the UK’s Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, the five-year PRiME program brings together leading academic institutions and industrial partners to help develop future embedded systems utilizing many-core processors, with sustainable energy consumption and high reliability.

UltraSoC takes on PRiME Associate membership, joining program participants including the University of Southampton, Imperial College London, University of Manchester and Newcastle University. These institutions bring to the program world-leading R&D expertise in … Read More → "UltraSoC joins PRiME Programme"

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Unveils the First 45V 1.15mOhm MOSFET in the Industry

October 20, 2015

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 20, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) (Nasdaq:AOSL), a designer, developer and global supplier of a broad range of power semiconductors and power ICs, today introduced the industry’s first single n-channel 45V MOSFET with an ultra-low on-resistance of 1.15mOhms at 10V. The AON6152 provides the best combination of maximum power conversion efficiency and higher driver capability to minimize switching power loss. This latest addition to AOS’s medium voltage product portfolio is designed to address a … Read More → "Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Unveils the First 45V 1.15mOhm MOSFET in the Industry"

Micron’s XTRMFlash Memory Breaks Through NOR Flash Speed Limits to Power Next-Gen, Instant-On Applications

October 20, 2015

BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 20, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Micron Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ:MU), today announced XTRMFlash(TM) memory, a faster NOR flash solution designed to revolutionize the way the electronics industry develops systems to meet the demand for “instant-on” performance and fast system responsiveness in automotive, industrial and consumer applications.

Utilizing its new, low pin count interface that uses as little as 11 active signals, Micron’s XTRMFlash memory outperforms other industry NOR Flash while also significantly reducing pin counts by as much as 75 </ … Read More → "Micron’s XTRMFlash Memory Breaks Through NOR Flash Speed Limits to Power Next-Gen, Instant-On Applications"

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