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TI introduces world’s fastest 16-bit ADC, four-channel 14-bit ADC, and digital variable gain amplifier, delivering highest performance for wideband equipment

May 11, 2015

DALLAS (May 11, 2015) – Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) announced the ADS54J60, the industry’s first 16-bit 1-GSPS analog-to-digital converter (ADC) and the first to achieve over 70dBFS signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) at 1-GSPS. TI also announced the highest density four-channel 14-bit 500-MSPS ADC, the ADS54J54. To optimize the signal chain, TI’s new 4.5-GHz  … Read More → "TI introduces world’s fastest 16-bit ADC, four-channel 14-bit ADC, and digital variable gain amplifier, delivering highest performance for wideband equipment"

High-Side Switch Boosts Throughput and Channel Density; Reduces Dissipation and Footprint

May 11, 2015

San Jose, CA—May 11, 2015—Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (NASDAQ: MXIM) addresses the need for higher throughput, smaller footprint, and lower power in industrial automation with the MAX14900E digital output switch.

HUBER+SUHNER continues significant contributions to space and defense, launching new connectivity products at IMS 2015

May 11, 2015

Global connectivity supplier HUBER+SUHNER is once again proving its extensive expertise in RF and microwave applications at the International Microwave Symposium in Phoenix, 17-22 May 2015, with the launch of new cable assemblies designed for the space, defense and test and measurement markets.

The company will unveil its new flexible ‘bend-to-the end’ high performance minibend range of cable assemblies, including the high radiation resistant, minibend HBR, which offers a frequency range up to 90 GHz and the minibend CTR phase invariant cable assemblies, developed for phase critical applications requiring both matched and stable electrical length connectivity.

… Read More → "HUBER+SUHNER continues significant contributions to space and defense, launching new connectivity products at IMS 2015"

STMicroelectronics Debuts Smart, High-Power-Density Motor Driver for Tomorrow’s Industrial Automation

May 11, 2015

Geneva, May 11, 2015 – Premiered at PCIM Europe 2015, STMicroelectronics’ powerSTEP driver delivers the advantages of compact motor-control design for applications at high power ratings. The fully integrated stepper-motor driver system-in-package offers an unprecedented power density of up to 500W/cm2, enabling cost-effective systems that deliver better performance and reliability without sacrificing flexibility or ruggedness.

As a complete 14mm x 11mm System-in-Package that requires only minimal external components, powerSTEP integrates both the control circuitry and a complete … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Debuts Smart, High-Power-Density Motor Driver for Tomorrow’s Industrial Automation"

ProTek Devices’ New Steering Diode / TVS Array Covers Circuit Protection in Gigabit Ethernet, Smartphones, Video Card Interfaces and More

May 11, 2015

TEMPE, Ariz. – May 11, 2015 – ProTek Devices™ today introduced  a new ultra-low capacitance steering diode / transient voltage suppressor array (TVS array) designed to deliver circuit protection in Gigabit Ethernet applications, smartphones, video card interfaces and more. The ultra-low capacitance for this new component, the PAZC099, is 0.9pF. The PAZC099 is rated for 5.0V applications with 100 watts peak pulse power per line (8/20 micro seconds). It’s also ideal for circuit protection in USB 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 applications, DVI interfaces and other portable electronics.

The PAZC099 provides surge suppression and electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection in these high-speed data line applications. ESD protection is & … Read More → "ProTek Devices’ New Steering Diode / TVS Array Covers Circuit Protection in Gigabit Ethernet, Smartphones, Video Card Interfaces and More"

Rugged 48-Port Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch from Aitech Interconnects Multiple Subsystems

May 11, 2015

Chatsworth, Calif. May 2015 – Aitech Defense Systems Inc., a pioneer in true embedded and mission critical computing technologies for environmentally-demanding, mission-critical applications, now offers the rugged A661, offering the largest number of GbE ports in a robust military qualified enclosure.

The new standalone, fully managed, Layer 2/3 IPv6 48-port Gigabit Ethernet switch efficiently and securely interconnects several subsystems to pass data across a rugged broadband network.

… Read More → "Rugged 48-Port Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch from Aitech Interconnects Multiple Subsystems"

Telit deviceWISE Application Enablement Platform selected for Tele2 IoT Service

May 11, 2015

London – May 11, 2015 – Telit Wireless Solutions, a global enabler of the Internet of the Things (IoT), today announced that the Telit deviceWISE Application Enablement Platform has been selected as a core element of the new Tele2 IoT portal. The Telit Cloud-based IoT service lets Tele2 customers connect ‘things to apps’ by seamlessly integrating data from remote assets with their enterprise systems and web-based and mobile apps.

deviceWISE features turnkey functions for data acquisition, data communications and data consumption, allowing companies to innovate on top of their core competencies and business strengths. The do-it-yourself subscription service makes it easy … Read More → "Telit deviceWISE Application Enablement Platform selected for Tele2 IoT Service"

MEMS Industry Group Explores Sensor Fusion for Smart IoT, Consumer Products, Health & Wellness at 2015 Sensors Expo & Conference

May 11, 2015

PITTSBURGH — (May 5, 2015) — MEMS Industry Group® (MIG), the trade association advancing micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and sensors across global markets, today announced its line-up of speakers for “Enabling Smart Systems through Sensor Fusion,” its pre-conference symposium at the 2015 Sensors Expo & Conference.

Attendees will learn how to use sensor fusion to create “smart systems” that meet or exceed power, performance and cost requirements in heterogeneous embedded systems such as … Read More → "MEMS Industry Group Explores Sensor Fusion for Smart IoT, Consumer Products, Health & Wellness at 2015 Sensors Expo & Conference"

Mentor Graphics Enhances MicReD Industrial Power Tester with 4X Component Power Cycling and Thermal Testing Capabilities

May 11, 2015

WILSONVILLE, Ore., May 11, 2015 — Mentor Graphics Corporation (NASDAQ: MENT) today announced  its next-generation MicReD® Industrial Power Tester 1500A product, which provides electronics components power cycling and thermal testing for up to 12 devices simultaneously. The MicReD Industrial Power Tester 1500A is the industry’s only commercially available thermal testing product combining both power cycling and thermal transient structure function analysis for real-time failure-in-progress data for diagnostics.  Based on market feedback and the success of the MicReD Power Tester 1500A three-channel product, Mentor Graphics has enhanced the product to … Read More → "Mentor Graphics Enhances MicReD Industrial Power Tester with 4X Component Power Cycling and Thermal Testing Capabilities"

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