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Anritsu Introduces CPRI RF Measurement Option That Dramatically Reduces Time and Cost Associated with Testing RRHs on 4G Networks

Morgan Hill, CA – June 28, 2016 – Anritsu Company introduces CPRI RF measurement capability in its market-leading E series of Site Master™, Spectrum Master™, and Cell Master™ handheld field analyzers that dramatically simplifies and lowers the cost of testing Remote Radio Heads (RRHs) installed atop 4G towers. Solidifying Anritsu’s position as the industry leader in field test solutions, the new option reduces network OpEx by allowing wireless carrier engineers, technicians and contractors responsible for wireless networks to identify interference sources on the radio uplink at ground level, reducing the use of unnecessary and costly tower climbing crews.

With the … Read More → "Anritsu Introduces CPRI RF Measurement Option That Dramatically Reduces Time and Cost Associated with Testing RRHs on 4G Networks"

New mid-infrared laser system could detect atmospheric chemicals

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Researchers at MIT and elsewhere have found a new way of using mid-infrared lasers to turn regions of molecules in the open air into glowing filaments of electrically charged gas, or plasma. The new method could make it possible to carry out remote environmental monitoring to detect a wide range of chemicals with high sensitivity.

The new system makes use of a mid-infrared ultra-fast pulsed laser system to generate the filaments, whose colors can reveal the chemical fingerprints of different molecules. The finding is being reported this week in the journal Optica, in … Read More → "New mid-infrared laser system could detect atmospheric chemicals"

New Battery-Charger Chip from STMicroelectronics Reduces Cost and Time-to-Market for Wearable and Portable Applications

Geneva, June 29, 2016 – STMicroelectronics has introduced a new battery-charger management chip that vastly improves functional integration without compromising performance and power consumption. The highly integratedSTBC02 IC combines all of the most frequently demanded features … Read More → "New Battery-Charger Chip from STMicroelectronics Reduces Cost and Time-to-Market for Wearable and Portable Applications"

Artesyn Announces One of the Highest Current Density Rated Non-isolated DC-DC Modules in the Industry

[29 June, 2016] — Artesyn Embedded Technologies today announced the LGA80D dc-dc module, which offers one of the highest current density ratings in the industry and market-leading efficiency of 95.5 percent typical. With a footprint of just 1 x 0.5 inches or 25.4 x 12.5mm, this innovative non-isolated unit offers two independent and configurable 40 amp, 100 watt outputs, which can also be … Read More → "Artesyn Announces One of the Highest Current Density Rated Non-isolated DC-DC Modules in the Industry"

80 Makers to Exhibit at Boston Mini Maker Faire Hosted by Boston Children’s Museum

BOSTON, MA – June 28, 2016 – Boston Children’s Museum announced that major sponsors have signed on for the first Boston Mini Maker Faire event on Saturday July 23, 2016.  Sponsors include Google, CBS4 Boston, National Grid, Velcro Companies, Autodesk, Vertex, MAKE Magazine. A diverse group of “Makers” will inspire and inform visitors with exhibits incorporating robots, LEGO®, science, boat building, Japanese wood working, art, design and more.  Maker exhibitors include NOVA and Design Squad Global from WGBH; Design Museum Boston; Boston University’s FIRST Robotics Team; Museum of Science; Einstein’s Workshop; EASE … Read More → "80 Makers to Exhibit at Boston Mini Maker Faire Hosted by Boston Children’s Museum"

Microchip Launches Lowest Power, Cost-Effective PIC32 Family With Core Independent Peripherals

CHANDLER, Ariz., June 20, 2016 — Microchip® Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: MCHP), a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the company’s lowest power and most cost-effective family of 32-bit PIC32 microcontrollers (MCUs). The Microchip PIC32MM family bridges the gap between the company’s popular PIC24F XLP and PIC32MX families. The new … Read More → "Microchip Launches Lowest Power, Cost-Effective PIC32 Family With Core Independent Peripherals"

STMicroelectronics Showcases Smart Innovative Solutions for Dynamic Mobile and IoT Market at MWC Shanghai

Shanghai, China, 28 June, 2016 – STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, is showcasing its latest products and technologies for the mobile, wearable, and Internet-of-Things (IoT) applications at Mobile World Congress Shanghai, June 29 – July 1, 2016.

With the rapid proliferation of Connected Things, estimated to reach 8.6 billion in Asia Pac by 2020[1], the IoT is widely accepted as a key to building a future with infinite possibilities. ST has been a pioneer in enabling the IoT and its … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Showcases Smart Innovative Solutions for Dynamic Mobile and IoT Market at MWC Shanghai"

New Technique Improves Accuracy of Computer Vision Technologies

Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a new technique that improves the ability of computer vision technologies to better identify and separate objects in an image, a process called segmentation.

Image processing and computer vision are important for multiple applications, from autonomous vehicles to detecting anomalies in medical imaging.

Computer vision technologies use algorithms to segment, or outline the objects, in an image. For instance, separating the outline of a pedestrian against the backdrop of a busy street.

These algorithms rely on defined parameters – programmed values – to segment images. For example, … Read More → "New Technique Improves Accuracy of Computer Vision Technologies"

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