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GLOBALFOUNDRIES Extends FDX™ Roadmap with 12nm FD-SOI Technology

September 12, 2016

Santa Clara, Calif., September 8, 2016 — GLOBALFOUNDRIES today unveiled a new 12nm FD-SOI semiconductor technology, extending its leadership position by offering the industry’s first multi-node FD-SOI roadmap. Building on the success of its 22FDXTM offering, the company’s next-generation 12FDXTM platform is designed to enable the intelligent systems of tomorrow across a range of applications, from mobile computing and 5G connectivity to artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles.

As the world becomes more and more integrated through billions of connected devices, many emerging applications demand a new approach to semiconductor innovation. The chips … Read More → "GLOBALFOUNDRIES Extends FDX™ Roadmap with 12nm FD-SOI Technology"

Synopsys Introduces ARC Security Processors for Low-Power Embedded Applications

September 12, 2016

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

  • New ultra-low power ARC SEM processors incorporate advanced security features to protect systems from evolving threats
  • Timing and power randomization features protect against side-channel attacks on high-value targets such as smart metering, NFC payment and embedded SIM applications
  • Cryptographic functions are performed in a secure software environment versus dedicated hardware, reducing silicon area
  • Enhanced memory protection unit and SecureShield Runtime Library simplify development of a Trusted … Read More → "Synopsys Introduces ARC Security Processors for Low-Power Embedded Applications"

Synopsys Expands Collaboration with ARM to Deliver Artisan Physical Libraries and POP IP Support for IC Compiler II

September 8, 2016

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ —

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Lam Research Introduces Dielectric Atomic Layer Etching Capability for Advanced Logic

September 7, 2016

FREMONT, CA — (Marketwired) – 9/6/16 – Lam Research Corp. (Nasdaq: LRCX), an advanced manufacturer of semiconductor equipment, today announced that it is expanding its atomic layer etching (ALE) portfolio with the addition of ALE capability on its Flex™ dielectric etch systems. Enabled by Lam’s Advanced Mixed Mode Pulsing (AMMP) technology, the new ALE process has demonstrated the atomic-level control needed to address key challenges in scaling logic devices to 10 nm and below. First in the industry to use plasma-enhanced ALE in production for dielectric films, the latest Flex system has been adopted as tool of record for high-volume manufacturing of logic … Read More → "Lam Research Introduces Dielectric Atomic Layer Etching Capability for Advanced Logic"

Pixus Offers Modular Subracks for Mounting of 3U, 6U and Custom Sized Boards

September 6, 2016

Waterloo, Ontario  —  Sept 06, 2016   –  Pixus Technologies, a provider of embedded computing and enclosure solutions, now offers modular subracks and components for plugging of various sized boards.  The subracks are commonly 3U and 6U high or 4U and 7U allowing for spacing for fans. 

The modular subracks from Pixus come in 84HP (for 19” rackmount size), 42HP,  and 21HP widths.  The extruded rails feature tapped holes and optional extensions for IEEE injector/ejector latches.  Multiple depth options are available and EMC versions are … Read More → "Pixus Offers Modular Subracks for Mounting of 3U, 6U and Custom Sized Boards"

u-blox announces its first LTE Cat M1 module

September 6, 2016

Thalwil, Switzerland – September 6, 2016 – u-blox (SIX:UBXN), a global leader in wireless and positioning modules and chips, today announced plans to launch modules supporting Category M1 (Cat M1) LTE networks, which will allow a larger number of devices to connect to the Internet of Things (IoT). The first SARA-R4 module developed by u-blox will be available in Q4 2016 targeting mobile network operators in the US market. With the recently launched SARA-N2, the world’s first cellular NB-IoT module, the new LTE Cat M1 complements u-blox’s extensive product offering for the IoT.

Along with NB-IoT, … Read More → "u-blox announces its first LTE Cat M1 module"

STMicroelectronics Keynotes on Increasing Adoption of MEMS in IoT and on Future Smart Cars at SEMICON Taiwan

September 2, 2016

Taipei, Taiwan, September 2, 2016 – STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, a top MEMS[1] manufacturer and the world’s leading supplier of MEMS for consumer and mobile applications2, and a top-four supplier of automotive ICs3, today announced that two of its executives will deliver keynote speeches at SEMICON Taiwan 2016, September 7-9 2016.

At the MEMS Forum, Benedetto Vigna, Executive Vice President and General Manager of ST’s Analog and MEMS Group, … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Keynotes on Increasing Adoption of MEMS in IoT and on Future Smart Cars at SEMICON Taiwan"

Fairchild Addresses Thermal and Brownout Issues of Mobile Devices with New Buck-Boost Regulator

September 1, 2016

SUNNYVALE, Calif. – September, 01, 2016 — Fairchild (NASDAQ: FCS), a leading global supplier of high-performance power semiconductor solutions, today launched its most advanced digitally programmable buck-boost regulator for the power supplies used in smartphones, tablets and other battery-powered mobile devices. The FAN49103 regulator joins the rest of the popular FAN49100 family in meeting the critical requirements of these power supplies by combining the highest power density, the smallest solution size, the tightest transient regulation and best-in-class ripple performance.

Read More → "Fairchild Addresses Thermal and Brownout Issues of Mobile Devices with New Buck-Boost Regulator"

DFI Tech Offers New Low-Power 3.5” Single Board Computer

September 1, 2016

Sacramento, CA —  Aug 31, 2016   –  DFI Tech, a provider of SWaP-optimized embedded computing solutions and board products, now offers a 3.5” Single Board Computer (SBC) for low-power requirements.  The board features Intel® Atom™ or Pentium®/Celeron® processor options. 

The BW551 3.5” SBC features the N3000 Pentium/Celeron processor family with 4W of power consumption.  The entry level version is a dual core at 1.04GHz speed with burst frequency up to 2.08GHz.  There are also other processor options including a quad core Atom™ Processor x5-E8000 version at 5W. 

DFI Tech’s Low Power 3.5” SBC offers 1 DDR3L SODIMM memory … Read More → "DFI Tech Offers New Low-Power 3.5” Single Board Computer"

60V Synchronous Buck Battery Charger Includes Lead-Acid & Li-Ion Charge Algorithms for up to 20A Charge Current

August 31, 2016

MILPITAS, CA – August 31, 2016 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC4013, a highly integrated, high voltage multi-chemistry synchronous step-down battery charger controller. With a wide input voltage range that spans up to 60V, the LTC4013 uses temperature-compensated 3- and 4-stage charge algorithms to efficiently charge 12V and 24V lead-acid batteries. Alternatively, the LTC4013 will charge a multicell Lithium-based battery stack with float voltages near to the input supply. Mode pins define the float voltage and charge algorithm. Charge current is precision regulated to ±5% and programmable with a single resistor up to 20A (depending on the selection of external components). The LTC4013 … Read More → "60V Synchronous Buck Battery Charger Includes Lead-Acid & Li-Ion Charge Algorithms for up to 20A Charge Current"

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