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Synopsys Extends Verification FastForward Program, Enabling Cadence Incisive and Mentor Graphics Questa Users to Adopt VCS Simulation with Fine-Grained Parallelism Technology

January 30, 2017

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 30, 2017 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

Synopsys’ Verification FastForward Program enables Cadence Incisive and Mentor Graphics Questa users to achieve higher simulation performance by migrating to VCS 2017.03 with native fine-grained parallelism (FGP) on existing x86 CPU server configurations
Existing VCS users get these additional performance benefits for RTL and gate-level designs with no change to the simulation environment
Intelligent FGP algorithms deliver performance with minimal impact on simulation compile time and memory
VCS FGP … Read More → "Synopsys Extends Verification FastForward Program, Enabling Cadence Incisive and Mentor Graphics Questa Users to Adopt VCS Simulation with Fine-Grained Parallelism Technology"

60V I²C Battery Monitor Measures State of Charge Parameters with 1% Accuracy

January 30, 2017

MILPITAS, CA – January 30, 2017 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC2944 multicell battery monitor, which makes direct measurements of 3.6V to 60V battery stacks. Absolutely no level shifting circuitry on the supply and measurement pins is required to interface with multicell voltages, so total current consumption is minimized and measurement accuracy is preserved. The LTC2944 is a true high voltage battery monitor that measures charge, voltage, current and temperature to 1% accuracy, the essential parameters required to accurately assess battery state of charge (SoC).

The LTC2944 is ideal for multicell applications, including electric vehicles, ebikes/motorcycles/scooters, wheelchairs, golf carts … Read More → "60V I²C Battery Monitor Measures State of Charge Parameters with 1% Accuracy"

Vishay Intertechnology Introduces New Series of Sulfur-Resistant Long Side Termination Thick Film Chip Resistors

January 30, 2017

MALVERN, Pa. — Jan. 30, 2017 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today released a new series of sulfur-resistant long side termination thick film chip resistors optimized for automotive and industrial applications.

For high sulfur environments, resistors in the AEC-Q200-qualified Vishay Draloric RCA LS e3 series feature a patented construction that provides a sulfur withstand ability in accordance with ASTM B809 95, tested at an advanced level of 90 °C for 1,000 hours. The devices’ wide terminals enable high power ratings up to 2.0 W.

RCA-LS e3 series resistors are available in five compact case sizes to save space on densely packed … Read More → "Vishay Intertechnology Introduces New Series of Sulfur-Resistant Long Side Termination Thick Film Chip Resistors"

Samtec Expands AccliMate™ IP68 Sealed Cable Solutions Product Line

January 26, 2017

New Albany, IN: Samtec, a privately held $662 million global manufacturer of a broad line of electronic interconnect solutions, proudly announces the expansion of their extensive line of standard and custom AccliMate™ Sealed Cable Plugs and Receptacles, including new crimp sealed bayonet latching circulars. These systems meet IP67/IP68 requirements for dustproof and waterproof sealing and are designed for industrial, outdoor, underwater and other harsh environments.

Samtec’s newest AccliMate™ Crimp Sealed Bayonet Circulars (CCP-12/CCR-12/CCRB-12 Series) were developed as cost effective solutions with optional metal shielding for cable-to-cable and cable-to-panel applications. They are available in standard … Read More → "Samtec Expands AccliMate™ IP68 Sealed Cable Solutions Product Line"

Konrad Technologies GmbH and SET GmbH to work hand in hand in the area of Advanced Assistance Systems (ADAS), sensor fusion, and Hardware in the Loop (HiL)

January 26, 2017

Due to continuously rising demands on mobility and autonomous driving, integrated and automated testing solutions are needed for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). The combination of ADAS sensor fusion with a Hardware in the Loop (HiL) testing system is necessary to enable a new level of innovative, automated testing solutions in the automotive space. Therefore, the companies Konrad Technologies GmbH, based in Radolfzell, and SET GmbH, based in Wangen im Allgäu, are joining their knowledge and skills to develop custom testing systems in the area of driver assistance systems. Together, the extraordinary expertise on ADAS sensor fusion of … Read More → "Konrad Technologies GmbH and SET GmbH to work hand in hand in the area of Advanced Assistance Systems (ADAS), sensor fusion, and Hardware in the Loop (HiL)"

Starblaze Achieves First-Pass Silicon Success for Storage SoC with Synopsys ARC Processor and Interface IP

January 26, 2017

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 26, 2017 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

Starblaze achieved first-pass silicon success for its MB1000 SSD controller with DesignWare ARC HS38 dual-core processor as well as DDR4 and PCI Express 3.1 controllers and PHYs
Unique features in ARC HS38 processor reduced power consumption and I/O latencies by 50 percent compared to competitive processor solutions
DDR4 IP expanded memory capacity by up to 400 percent without degrading performance; PCI Express 3.1 IP provided a 98 percent throughput efficiency with low latency

EMA Releases Ultra Librarian for OrCAD Adding 3D Models and Access to 8 Million Parts

January 26, 2017

Rochester, NY (January 26, 2017) – EMA Design Automation® (www.ema-eda.com), a full-service provider and innovator of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) solutions, has just released Ultra Librarian™ for OrCAD providing symbols, footprints, and 3D models for an expanding library of currently over 8 million parts. “Symbols, footprints, and 3D models are the building blocks of … Read More → "EMA Releases Ultra Librarian for OrCAD Adding 3D Models and Access to 8 Million Parts"

Engineers have a little longer to ‘Change the World’ as element14 extends design competition deadline

January 25, 2017

element14, The Development Distributor, has extended the deadline of its global competition to discover how engineers can ‘Change the World’ with their design ideas. Entries will now be accepted on the competition website until 28^thFebruary 2017.

The competition asks designers to think of creative ways they could use $1,000 of products from element14 to make a positive impact. Entrants provide a short … Read More → "Engineers have a little longer to ‘Change the World’ as element14 extends design competition deadline"

Pentek Announces 8-Channel A/D Jade XMC Module for Defense and Radar Phased-Array Applications

January 25, 2017

Eight-channel, 250 MHz, 16-bit A/D XMC module
with programmable multiband Digital Down Converters
Jade Architecture with Xilinx Kintex Ultrascale FPGA offers price,
power and processing performance advantages
Navigator Design Suite compatible with Xilinx’s Plug-and-Play
Vivado IP Integrator expedites development

UPPER SADDLE RIVER, … Read More → "Pentek Announces 8-Channel A/D Jade XMC Module for Defense and Radar Phased-Array Applications"

Intepro’s New Programmable AC Power Source Includes DC Output Capability

January 25, 2017

January 25, 2017— Intepro Systems, a market leader in power component and power system automated test equipment (ATE), introduces the AFV-P Series of precision, programmable AC/DC power sources. The compact rack-mounted AFV-P Series units are available in four power levels – 600VA, 1250VA and 2500VA (2U) and 5000VA (5U) – and provide clean power with distortion less than 0.3% at 50/60Hz. The AFV-P series delivers output voltage from 0 to 310 VAC and frequency from 40 to 500 Hz (15 to 1000 Hz with the high-frequency option). The devices can also be programmed to provide DC power from 300W to 2500W at 0-210/0-420 VDC. The units feature 300 µs … Read More → "Intepro’s New Programmable AC Power Source Includes DC Output Capability"

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