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Synopsys’ Latest Release of IC Compiler II Ready for Broad Availability of the Power of 10X

December 8, 2014

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

Introduces additional technologies such as multi-objective concurrent clock and data optimization and advanced low power optimization techniques
Offers early support for 10-nm process technology
Fast-paced adoption underway, with several industry leaders using IC Compiler II for production tapeouts.
10X productivity enables game-changing possibilities for physical design.

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and … Read More → "Synopsys’ Latest Release of IC Compiler II Ready for Broad Availability of the Power of 10X"

Infineon Accelerates Arduino Projects with Dedicated RGB Lighting Shields and Motor Control Shields for Arduino

December 8, 2014

Munich, Germany – December 8, 2014 –Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) today announced two shields for theArduino design community. The shields target two important applications: RGB lighting and motor control.

Both Shields are compatible to Arduino Uno R3 and can be combined with the XMC1100 Boot Kit … Read More → "Infineon Accelerates Arduino Projects with Dedicated RGB Lighting Shields and Motor Control Shields for Arduino"

Latest Release of Synopsys’ LightTools Delivers Advanced Features for Illumination Design

December 8, 2014

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

Support for 3D textures on curved surfaces facilitates the design of complex lighting systems
The Unified Glare Rating utility optimizes luminaires to automatically reduce glare in a room environment
Polarization analysis enhancements speed simulation of digital projector and backlit display designs

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced the availability of … Read More → "Latest Release of Synopsys’ LightTools Delivers Advanced Features for Illumination Design"

IAR Systems reinforces development for the MSP430 community

December 8, 2014

Uppsala, Sweden—December 8, 2014—IAR Systems® releases a new version of its leading development toolchain IAR Embedded Workbench® for the MSP430 core from Texas Instruments. The new release adds new features as well as support for the latest MSP430 FRAM-based microcontrollers. Support for several new FRAM (Ferroelectric Random Access Memory) microcontrollers has been added, including the new RF430FRL15x sensor transponders that are a part of TI’s Security + Communications series.

IAR Embedded Workbench for MSP430 is a complete … Read More → "IAR Systems reinforces development for the MSP430 community"

eXtremeDB Embedded Database System Shown Compatible with AdaCore’s GNAT Pro Toolset for Ada Programming Language

December 8, 2014

December 8, 2014 — McObject® announced that its eXtremeDB® In-Memory Database System (IMDS) has been tested and proven compatible with AdaCore’s GNAT Pro Ada development environment. This combination brings the speed and reliability of McObject’s embedded database system product family to Ada developers using AdaCore’s toolset.

The Ada language and AdaCore’s tools are heavily used in real-time and embedded systems that demand maximum safety, security and reliability, delivered through features including highly analyzable code (making performance more predictable) and the ability to restrict run-time features that will be used. GNAT Pro has been adopted widely in … Read More → "eXtremeDB Embedded Database System Shown Compatible with AdaCore’s GNAT Pro Toolset for Ada Programming Language"

Silicon Labs Debuts Next-Generation Demodulator Portfolio for Digital Television Market

December 8, 2014

AUSTIN, Texas – Dec. 8, 2014 – Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leading provider of broadcast video solutions for the television market, today introduced its next-generation digital TV demodulator family offering expanded support for the latest satellite, terrestrial and cable standards. The new Si218x family includes the world’s first demodulators supporting the recently launched DVB-S2X specification, which adds new features and higher performance to the DVB-S2 standard. The family also expands Silicon Labs’ industry-leading terrestrial demodulator portfolio with support for the Integrated Services Digital Broadcasting-Terrestrial (ISDB-T) standard prevalent in Brazil and … Read More → "Silicon Labs Debuts Next-Generation Demodulator Portfolio for Digital Television Market"

Synopsys Ships Over 5000 HAPS Prototyping Systems for Software Development, HW/SW Integration and System Validation

December 8, 2014

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Dec. 8, 2014 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

With more than 5,000 units shipped, HAPS prototyping systems are the low-risk choice for accelerating software development, HW/SW integration and system validation
HAPS hardware integration with ProtoCompiler design automation and debug software speeds time to first prototype from weeks to days
Modular HAPS hardware architecture scales up to 288 million ASIC gates, enabling validation of individual IP blocks, processor subsystems and complete SoCs
HAPS systems have been deployed across … Read More → "Synopsys Ships Over 5000 HAPS Prototyping Systems for Software Development, HW/SW Integration and System Validation"

TI eliminates motor tuning with new 12-V motor driver family

December 8, 2014

DALLAS (Dec. 8, 2014) – Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today expanded its motor driver portfolio with a new 12-V motor driver family that reduces spin-up time to just seconds and makes tuning stepper and brushed DC motors easier than ever before. The DRV8846 incorporates a new, proprietary adaptive current control technology that automatically tunes motor performance for precise, smooth and quiet motion. The DRV8848 simplifies designs by using a simple pulse-width modulation (PWM) control interface and minimal external components.

Both devices are fully protected against fault conditions, which reduces design complexity and increases system reliability in motor applications, such … Read More → "TI eliminates motor tuning with new 12-V motor driver family"

Microchip Releases Fourth Generation JukeBlox® Wi-Fi® Platform for the Ultimate Streaming Audio Entertainment Experience

December 8, 2014

CHANDLER, Ariz., Dec. 8, 2014 [NASDAQ: MCHP] — Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the release of its fourth generation JukeBlox^® platform that enables audio brands to develop high quality, low-latency products such as standalone or multi-room wireless speakers, AV receivers, mini and micro systems, and sound bars. Microchip’s new JukeBlox 4 Software Development Kit (SDK) in combination with its CY920 Wi-Fi^® & Bluetooth^® Network Media Module includes next-generation dual-band Wi-Fi technology, MultiZone/multi-room features, AirPlay< … Read More → "Microchip Releases Fourth Generation JukeBlox® Wi-Fi® Platform for the Ultimate Streaming Audio Entertainment Experience"

Freescale introduces industry’s first 15 Watt Qi-compliant wireless charging solution

December 8, 2014

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Bringing customers one step closer to the wireless Internet of Tomorrow, Freescale Semiconductor today extended its wireless charging portfolio by introducing the industry’s first 15 W Qi-compliant wireless charging solution. The solution paves the way for ultra-fast wireless recharging for a variety of larger mobile devices including tablets, large-screen smart phones and portable industrial and medical equipment.

Delivering 3x the power of common 5 W charging solutions, Freescale’s 15 W wireless offering provides efficient charging of larger form factor devices with higher capacity batteries, while enabling faster charging of smaller form factor devices by … Read More → "Freescale introduces industry’s first 15 Watt Qi-compliant wireless charging solution"

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