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Reinforced isolation meets highest industrial performance

November 11, 2014

DALLAS (Nov. 11, 2014) – Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today introduced digital isolation and delta-sigma modulator families that offer reinforced isolation to help protect electronic equipment from high line voltages. The ISO7842 family provides the industry’s highest immunity reinforced isolators and the first to withstand an isolation barrier with a working breakdown voltage of 1,500 Vrms for a minimum lifetime of 40 years. The AMC1304 delta-sigma modulator family offers best-in-class precision performance and the lowest power consumption with reinforced isolation for current shunt monitoring. For more information about the new reinforced isolation … Read More → "Reinforced isolation meets highest industrial performance"

Pentek Introduces NEW Line of 6U VPX Boards Boosting Functional Density and Performance

November 11, 2014
  • Leverages Cobalt Virtex-6 and Onyx Virtex-7 FPGA XMC modules
  • GateFlow FPGA Design Kit for custom IP development
  • GateXpress for dynamic FPGA reconfiguration
  • ReadyFlow libraries speed software development
  • Built for rugged and commercial environments

UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ–November 10, 2014–Pentek, Inc., today announced the addition of 6U VPX boards to the Pentek product line: the Models 57xxx with one XMC module installed and the Models 58xxx with two XMC modules installed. These products extend the Pentek building block strategy of < … Read More → "Pentek Introduces NEW Line of 6U VPX Boards Boosting Functional Density and Performance"

Sonics Adopts Cadence JasperGold Apps Formal Verification for On-Chip Network IP Development

November 10, 2014

SAN JOSE, Calif., November 10, 2014?Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS) today announced that Sonics, Inc. has adopted Cadence® JasperGold® Apps in the formal verification methodology for its intellectual property (IP). Sonics’ on-chip network IP integrates multiple heterogeneous cores in a system-on-chip (SoC) using configurable interconnect fabric and multiple, on-chip communication protocols including the native PIF interface of Cadence® Tensilica® Xtensa® DPUs. Sonics is initially deploying the JasperGold Apps to speed the extensive validation of its protocol conversion logic. To view a video of Sonics discussing its adoption of JasperGold Apps, visit http://www.cadence.com/news/sonicsvideo.

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Latest Release of Synopsys’ CODE V Optimizes Optical Design Performance for Cost-Effective Manufacturing

November 10, 2014

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Nov. 10, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — 

Highlights:

  • Enhanced design visualization supports cutting-edge optical systems, including those with hyper-hemispherical fields of view
  • Robust ray tracing algorithm accelerates optimization and analysis of precision optical systems
  • New optimization parameters improve optical system manufacturability
  • Charting improvements enhance presentation of system performance

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a global leader providing software, IP and services used to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, today announced the release … Read More → "Latest Release of Synopsys’ CODE V Optimizes Optical Design Performance for Cost-Effective Manufacturing"

New Microchip USB2.0 4-Port Controller Hub Featuring FlexConnect Technology Connects Smartphones to Automotive Infotainment Systems

November 10, 2014

CHANDLER, Ariz., Nov. 10, 2014 [NASDAQ:  MCHP] — Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions, today announced the extension of its USB2 Controller Hub (UCH2) portfolio with the new automotive-grade, 4-port USB84604 IC. Featuring FlexConnect technology and an upstream port that supports both USB2.0 and High Speed Interchip (HSIC) connectivity, the new USB84604 UCH2 is ideal for automotive infotainment system designs, where USB port expansion and connectivity is needed.

Meeting the … Read More → "New Microchip USB2.0 4-Port Controller Hub Featuring FlexConnect Technology Connects Smartphones to Automotive Infotainment Systems"

STMicroelectronics Shows Life.Augmented at Electronica; Solutions to Enrich People’s Lives

November 10, 2014

Geneva, November 10, 2014 – STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and Europe’s largest semiconductor supplier is showcasing Life.Augmented this week (Nov 11-14) at Electronica in Munich, Hall A5 Booth 207. ST’s offerings aim to deploy microelectronics more widely, creatively, and cost-effectively to address key societal challenges while enriching people’s daily lives.

Complete Ecosystems

ST is unveiling its STM32 Open Development Environment and Open.MEMS ecosystems. The STM32 Open Development Environment is an open, flexible, easy and affordable way to develop innovative devices and … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Shows Life.Augmented at Electronica; Solutions to Enrich People’s Lives"

Circuit Protection Diode from ProTek Devices Targets Industrial Equipment CAN Bus Lines

November 10, 2014

ELECTRONICA, MUNICH – Nov. 10, 2014 – At the Electronica trade fair in Munich November 11-14, ProTek Devices™ will debut a new electrostatic discharge (ESD) circuit protection diode for industrial applications such as assembly line automation, access control systems, machinery, and more. The new overvoltage protection component is the PESD2CAN. It’s designed to protect two industrial Controller Area Network (CAN) bus lines from ESD and other electrical fast transients (EFT). 

ProTek Devices’ PESD2CAN is also ideal for circuit protection in other industrial applications such as those using DeviceNet bus lines. ESD protection is > 25 kilovolts. The new component … Read More → "Circuit Protection Diode from ProTek Devices Targets Industrial Equipment CAN Bus Lines"

Telit Introduces Jupiter SL871-S GPS Module

November 10, 2014

London, UK – November 10, 2014 – Telit Wireless Solutions, a leading global provider of high-quality machine-to-machine (M2M) modules and services, today debuted the Jupiter SL871-S, designed for easy migration between a full-GNSS solution for top-ranked applications and a simple GPS-only solution for less demanding applications.

The Jupiter SL871-S is designed in to track and navigate GPS and QZSS constellations while ensuring pin-to-pin and protocol compatibility with its full constellation companion module SL871.

The SL871-S is packaged in a 9.7 x 10.1 mm LCC package with an ARM7 baseband processor, embedded ROM memory, integrated LNA and delivers … Read More → "Telit Introduces Jupiter SL871-S GPS Module"

Digi-Key Expands Portfolio of EDA Software Tools

November 10, 2014

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minnesota, USA — November 6, 2014 —  Digi-Key Corporation, the industry leader in electronic component selection, availability and delivery, today announced an expanded, comprehensive suite of EDA tools.  The new and updated software options enable design engineers to streamline the entire (PCB) design process – from prototype to production.  Ranging from Digi-Key’s free Scheme-It tool to new higher-end design options co-developed with Mentor Graphics, the global distributor is the first to offer a complete ecosystem of product design tools.

“We’re in the business of giving design engineers everything they need to simplify and accelerate … Read More → "Digi-Key Expands Portfolio of EDA Software Tools"

Silicon Designs Introduces MEMS Analog Surface Mount Accelerometers for OEM Vibration Measurements

November 7, 2014

November 6, 2014 — Kirkland, Washington, USA – Silicon Designs, Inc. (www.silicondesigns.com) (SDI), a global industry leader in the design and manufacture of industrial-grade MEMS variable capacitive accelerometer chips and modules, today announced the global market introduction of its Model 1510 Series.

The SDI Model 1510 Series is a lower cost family of analog surface mount (LCC) MEMS variable capacitive accelerometers. They offer reliable general purpose vibration measurements at OEM volumes, with excellent long-term stability, across a variety of aerospace, automotive, energy, industrial, oil & gas, and test & measurement applications.

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