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Semtech Announces Production Release of 14Gbps Chipset for Multi-channel Optical Communications

February 16, 2016

CAMARILLO, Calif. – February 16, 2016 – Semtech Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), a leading supplier of analog and mixed-signal semiconductors, announced the production release of its industry leading GN1090 and GN1190 chipset for quad channel SR optical interconnects operating from 1Gbps up to 14.5Gbps.

The GN1090 is a quad channel transimpedance amplifier (TIA), and the GN1190 is a quad channel … Read More → "Semtech Announces Production Release of 14Gbps Chipset for Multi-channel Optical Communications"

High-performance Atmel SAMA5D2 Xplained Ultra from element14 for fast prototyping and evaluation

February 16, 2016

Feb. 15, 2016 – CHICAGO – element14 and Atmel today announced the launch of Atmel’s new SAMA5D2 Xplained Ultra evaluation kit, a high-performance, fast prototyping and evaluation platform for the Atmel | SMART SAMA5D2 Series of microprocessors. The board offers multiple memories including eMMC, DDR3 and QSPI as well as a comprehensive set of connectivity options.

With its secure design architecture, cryptographic acceleration engines, and secure boot loader, the SAMA5D2 is the ideal solution for point-of-sale (POS), Internet of Things (IoT) and industrial applications requiring anti-cloning, data protection and secure communication transfer.

The Atmel | SMART SAMA5 … Read More → "High-performance Atmel SAMA5D2 Xplained Ultra from element14 for fast prototyping and evaluation"

Pentair Introduces Cost-effective Baseboard Management Controller Solution with Advanced Features

February 16, 2016

Warwick, RI (February 15, 2016) – To satisfy the need for hardware management on server baseboards across a wide range of computer platforms from embedded to scaled out server markets, Pentair has developed the Schroff Pigeon Point BMR-AST-BMC solution, which enables a server baseboard developer to quickly and cost-effectively add advanced hardware management features, including “out-of-band” management access to the baseboard management controller (BMC) of the server even when the main server CPU(s) are not powered.

A BMC is defined in the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) architecture as a separately powered controller that can manage the operation of … Read More → "Pentair Introduces Cost-effective Baseboard Management Controller Solution with Advanced Features"

Ranplan launches iBuildNet 3.0 at Mobile World Congress

February 16, 2016

February 16, 2016: At next week’s Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Ranplan will be showcasing the latest release of iBuildNet, its all-in-one, heterogeneous network planning, optimisation and simulation solution for small cell, DAS and WiFinetworks, across both indoor and outdoor environments. iBuildNet 3.0 adds a range of new features including enhancedWiFi</ … Read More → "Ranplan launches iBuildNet 3.0 at Mobile World Congress"

Renesas Electronics Releases R-Car D1 Series of Automotive SoCs Specialized for 3D Graphics Clusters

February 16, 2016

Düsseldorf, February 16, 2016 – Renesas Electronics, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced the availability of the R-Car D1 Series, as the first member of system-on-chips (SoCs) in the R-Car Family specialized for 3D instrument cluster systems. Leveraging its deep knowledge and expertise as the market leader in the automotive semiconductor market (Note 1), Renesas is introducing the new series to provide a smooth migration path for automotive system manufacturers as more automotive systems are expected to shift to 3D graphics instrument cluster systems in the near future.

Pasternack Announces a New and Improved Version of The Cable Creator™

February 16, 2016

Irvine, CA – Pasternack, a leading provider of in-stock and ready to ship RF, microwave and millimeter wave products, has just released an improved version of their popular online tool called The Cable Creator™. This new iteration allows the user to not only design and customize special cable configurations online in a few clicks, but also purchase their designs without the need to wait for a quote from the company’s sales team.

With a modernized look and feel, Pasternack’s Cable Creator enables engineers and buyers … Read More → "Pasternack Announces a New and Improved Version of The Cable Creator™"

Mentor Automotive Capital Products Compress Development Cycle Times and Boost Efficiency of General Motors Vehicles

February 16, 2016

WILSONVILLE, Ore., February 16, 2016 – Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced that General Motors is deploying Mentor® Capital® electrical systems design tools for its vehicle development projects. The tools deliver cycle time reductions and support improved engineering processes, helping General Motors efficiently deliver the new electronic features demanded by the car-buying public. This is achieved via the Capital suite’s powerful design asset re-use and correct-by-construction technology that automatically generates optimized platform-level wiring.

Electrical systems for new General Motors vehicles are now being … Read More → "Mentor Automotive Capital Products Compress Development Cycle Times and Boost Efficiency of General Motors Vehicles"

STMicroelectronics Releases New STM32L0 MCU Lines and Comprehensive Development Ecosystem, Bringing Even More Efficiency to Power-Conscious Devices

February 16, 2016

Geneva, February 16, 2016 – STMicroelectronics has announced volume production of its ultra-energy-efficient ARM^®Cortex^®-M0+ STM32L0 microcontrollers, with an extensive development ecosystem including minimal-cost boards and free software tools that help developers keep tight control of application power consumption and minimize time to market.

Ideal for energy-sensitive applications including wearables, medical monitors, industrial sensors, and smart-living devices, the STM32L0 microcontroller (MCU) series achieves class-leading energy efficiency of 135 ULPMark™ -C certified and 158.7 ULPMark -C with a DC/ … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Releases New STM32L0 MCU Lines and Comprehensive Development Ecosystem, Bringing Even More Efficiency to Power-Conscious Devices"

The NEO-M8P offers high precision technology in small design for applications such as unmanned vehicles and robotic guidance systems

February 15, 2016

Thalwil, Switzerland – February 15, 2016 – u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, launched today the NEO-M8P GNSS receiver modules delivering high performance down to centimeter-level accuracy.

Measuring merely 12.2 x 16 x 2.4 mm, NEO-M8P is the smallest high precision GNSS RTK (real time kinematic) module available on the market based on GPS and GLONASS satellite-based navigation systems. The rover with the u-blox NEO?M8P?0 receives corrections from the u-blox base receiver NEO-M8P-2 via a communication link that uses the RTCM (Radio Technical Commission for Maritime Services) protocol, enabling … Read More → "The NEO-M8P offers high precision technology in small design for applications such as unmanned vehicles and robotic guidance systems"

ip.access joins forces with CCS to simplify small cell deployment

February 15, 2016

Cambridge, UK, 15 February, 2016 – ip.access, the world’s leading independent small cell product and solution provider, today announced that it has joined forces with CCS (Cambridge Communication Systems) to develop a new outdoor LTE small cell with integrated wireless backhaul, which will be unveiled at Mobile World Congress on stands 7C60 and 7B67.

With mobile data traffic continuing to soar, mobile operators are struggling to keep up with coverage and capacity demands, and small cells are accepted as the only viable solution to keep customers … Read More → "ip.access joins forces with CCS to simplify small cell deployment"

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