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IAR Systems shortens build times in leading development toolchain for ARM-based devices

March 13, 2015

Uppsala, Sweden—March 10, 2015—IAR Systems® updates its leading development tools for ARM® with new device support as well as new functionality. Version 7.40 of IAR Embedded Workbench® for ARM introduces support for ARM Cortex®-M7 microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics and Atmel. In addition, the tools now feature parallel build for shorter build times, as well as an integration of IAR Systems’ new tool C-STAT® for powerful static code analysis.

The ARM Cortex-M7 processor is the most recent addition to the ARM Cortex-M family. It is focused on energy efficiency and high performance and is intended for use in … Read More → "IAR Systems shortens build times in leading development toolchain for ARM-based devices"

Lumichip designs-in Cambridge Nanotherm’s thermal management technology

March 13, 2015

Specialist LED packaging company champions Nanotherm’s cost-effective, high thermal performance substrates
Results of tests on UVA LEDs outlined in free-to-download whitepaper confirm that Nanotherm outperforms all comparative products and provides a viable alternative to exotic ceramic substrates
As a result Lumichip has released a range of high performance UVA LED modules based on Nanotherm’s technology

Haverhill, Suffolk, March 12th 2015 – Lumichip, a leading developer of LED packaging solutions and light engines, has designed-in Cambridge Nanotherm’s thermal management technology for LEDs. Thorough tests by Lumichip revealed Cambridge Nanotherm’s technology … Read More → "Lumichip designs-in Cambridge Nanotherm’s thermal management technology"

Linear Technology Showcases µModule Regulators, Silent Switcher & Ultralow Noise Linear Regulator at APEC 2015

March 13, 2015

MILPITAS, CA – March 12, 2015 – Linear Technology will demonstrate high performance analog technology and new power products at APEC 2015 in Charlotte, NC at the Charlotte Convention Center, March 16-18. Featured will be Linear Technology’s digital power system management (PSM) products for controlling and monitoring power supplies. Linear will also demo a new family of buck-boost µModule® regulators that simplify complex power circuits, and the LT8640, a 42V, 5A synchronous step-down switching regulator with Silent Switcher® architecture. The LT3042 20V, 200mA, ultralow noise, ultrahigh PSRR RF linear regulator will also be highlighted. APEC attendees should visit Linear’s booth #201 to see … Read More → "Linear Technology Showcases µModule Regulators, Silent Switcher & Ultralow Noise Linear Regulator at APEC 2015"

VadaTech Announces Dual FMC with Kintex-7 FPGA

March 13, 2015

Embedded World – Mar 12, 2015 – VadaTech, a manufacturer of embedded boards and complete application-ready platforms, now offers a dual FPGA Mezzanine Card (FMC) carrier per the VITA 57 specification. The AMC module features a Xilinx® Kintex-7 FPGA.

The AMC502 comes in a double module, mid-size AMC. It has 32 MB of Flash memory and an on-board crystal referenced clock source to provide at least 125 MHz as GTX reference input for PCIe, SRIO, and GbE. The LVDS crossbar switch and PLL provide improved clock flexibility and cleaner signals. VadaTech is also developing a version of its dual FMC carrier with a Virtex-7 … Read More → "VadaTech Announces Dual FMC with Kintex-7 FPGA"

Dialog Semiconductor’s Bluetooth® Smart Development Kits Mark Launch Of Global Distribution Deal With Digi-Key

March 12, 2015

London UK, 11 March 2015 – Dialog Semiconductor plc (FWB:DLG), a provider of highly integrated power management, AC/DC power conversion, solid state lighting (SSL) and Bluetooth Smart wireless technology, announces a global distribution agreement with Digi-Key Corporation, the industry leader in electronic component selection, availability and delivery. Digi-Key has Dialog’s SmartBond Basic and Pro development kits in stock for immediate delivery. The kits offer engineers the fastest and easiest route to developing intelligent connected devices, particularly where small size and low power consumption are critical, such as in battery-powered wearables and other IoT applications.

STMicroelectronics Unveils New Automotive Serial EEPROMs Offering Industry’s Best Choice of Densities in Tiny 2x3mm Outline

March 12, 2015

Geneva, March 11, 2015 – Automotive-qualified serial EEPROMs from STMicroelectronics provide the industry’s largest selection of densities in the tiny 2mm x 3mm WFDFPN8 package, giving engineers maximum flexibility when designing highly integrated body controllers and gateways, as well as radar and camera modules for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

Using a discrete serial EEPROM for data and parameter storage can help simplify design while offering maximum upgrade flexibility. Limited memory package and density options have prevented taking full advantage of this approach in the most space-constrained applications, but ST is now offering its new automotive-qualified WFDFPN8 package at … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Unveils New Automotive Serial EEPROMs Offering Industry’s Best Choice of Densities in Tiny 2x3mm Outline"

Xilinx to Participate in the Inaugural OpenPOWER Summit 2015 to Further Enable Collaborative Innovation for Next-Generation Data Centers

March 12, 2015

SAN JOSE, Calif., March 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Xilinx, Inc. (NASDAQ: XLNX) today announced it will participate in the inaugural OpenPOWER™ Summit 2015 to further enable collaborative innovation for next-generation data centers. As a member of the OpenPOWER Foundation, Xilinx is delivering FPGA-based acceleration technologies for high performance compute solutions and is among the growing open development community dedicated to accelerating innovation using IBM’s POWER microprocessor. At the event, Xilinx joins a distinguished lineup of OpenPOWER Foundation keynote speakers, technical workgroup updates and member presentations. … Read More → "Xilinx to Participate in the Inaugural OpenPOWER Summit 2015 to Further Enable Collaborative Innovation for Next-Generation Data Centers"

SystemC-based UVM testing from TVS streamlines IP for Blu Wireless Technology

March 12, 2015

Bristol, UK, 12 March, 2015 – TVS, a leader in software test and hardware verification solutions, today announced the successful completion of SystemC-based UVM software testing for Blu Wireless Technology.

Blu Wireless is a silicon IP company that develops mmWave wireless technology for advanced WiGig applications. Under the terms of the contract TVS tested and verified Blu Wireless’ SystemC IP design, which led to a streamlining of the design process and improved IP.

Ray McConnell, CTO of Blu Wireless, commented, “Our … Read More → "SystemC-based UVM testing from TVS streamlines IP for Blu Wireless Technology"

Compact Offline Controller Delivers Best-In-Class Power Factor, Efficiency, and Reliability for LED Lighting

March 12, 2015

Geneva, March 12, 2015 – The HVLED001 from STMicroelectronics is a new AC-DC controller specifically optimized for LED-lighting applications, where energy efficiency, reliability, and cost-competitiveness are key factors. Combining ST’s 25+ years of leadership in power-conversion architectures with innovative high-voltage technology, the HVLED001 enables equipment manufacturers to design high-end, professional lighting applications for commercial areas, retail shops, offices, and outdoor spaces that offer best-in-class performance with minimum bill of materials and assembly costs.

Operating directly from the … Read More → "Compact Offline Controller Delivers Best-In-Class Power Factor, Efficiency, and Reliability for LED Lighting"

Synopsys’ New Verification IP for MIPI SoundWire Enables Audio and Control Interfaces in Low Power Designs

March 12, 2015

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 12, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ: SNPS) announces the availability of verification IP (VIP) for the MIPI® Alliance SoundWire^SM 1.0 specification. Synopsys VIP for MIPI SoundWire is based on a native SystemVerilog UVM architecture to enable IP, subsystem and system-on-chip (SoC) designers to easily integrate their designs and accelerate verification performance. Synopsys VIP for MIPI SoundWire also includes SystemVerilog source code test suites to eliminate the tasks of developing a verification environment and the required tests. Complete with verification plans, built-in coverage and support for … Read More → "Synopsys’ New Verification IP for MIPI SoundWire Enables Audio and Control Interfaces in Low Power Designs"

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