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Brainboxes launches quick, reliable and robust industrial automation Ethernet networking device for high voltage use

Liverpool, England – 14 May 2014: Brainboxes introduces the ED-538, one of a new range of compact Ethernet to digital I/O networking devices designed to switch high current and voltage loads in industrial settings – particularly where equipment cannot be easily accessed. With a power input range between +5V to +30V DC meaning it can run from a 24VDC factory floor supply or a computer USB port, the ED-538 connects Ethernet communications to four galvanically-isolated Form A Relays, eight digital inputs and an RS-485 gateway port allowing users to … Read More → "Brainboxes launches quick, reliable and robust industrial automation Ethernet networking device for high voltage use"

Amplicon introduces powerful fanless embedded PC with multiple PCIe expansion

Brighton, UK, 14th May  2014 – The Amplicon Impact-E 300 builds upon the strong foundations of the Impact-E 200, offering reliability, monitored life cycle and road mapped components. Packaged in a light-weight chassis designed for optimal heat dissipation, the Impact-E 300 is a powerful embedded system with full OEM branding options available for the chassis and operating system; resulting in a professional branded unit.

The Impact-E 300 is the latest addition to the Amplicon Impact-E series to deliver the power of the Ivy bridge mobile iCore processor and amazing feature set of the Intel QM77, all packaged in a fanless compact … Read More → "Amplicon introduces powerful fanless embedded PC with multiple PCIe expansion"

New Lantronix xPico® Wi-Fi Shield Delivers Wi-Fi Access Point and 802.11 b/g/n Connectivity for Popular Arduino® Platform

IRVINE, CA–(Marketwired – May 6, 2014) – Lantronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRX), a leading global provider of smart IoT (Internet of Things) solutions, today announced that its xPico® Wi-Fi Shield is now shipping. The xPico Wi-Fi Shield supports simultaneous wireless … Read More → "New Lantronix xPico® Wi-Fi Shield Delivers Wi-Fi Access Point and 802.11 b/g/n Connectivity for Popular Arduino® Platform"

eSOL eMCOS Many-Core Real-Time OS Runs on a 64-core Processor

Tokyo, Japan. May 13, 2014 ? eSOL, a leading developer of real-time embedded software solutions, has verified that its eMCOS many-core real-time OS (RTOS) functions on a 64-core processor using a Renesas Electronics’ RH-850 microcontroller-based many-core MCU simulator. eSOL will demonstrate eMCOS running on the simulator in its booth at the Embedded Systems Expo (ESEC) on May 14-16, 2014, in Tokyo, Japan.

Many-core processors are increasingly being selected for high-performance embedded computing applications such … Read More → "eSOL eMCOS Many-Core Real-Time OS Runs on a 64-core Processor"

Open Frame Power Supplies Ranging from 30~85 W are Efficient and Economical

TUALATIN, Ore. — May 13, 2014 — CUI Inc today launched four new series of compact, open frame ac-dc power supplies, which range from 30 W to 85 W – The VOF Series.

The single-output supplies advance the company’s existing offering, delivering higher efficiencies, improved no-load performances, and a boost in power versus the previous generation.

The power supplies can accommodate a wide universal input voltage of 90~277 Vac at 47-63 Hz input, offering global compatibility for OEM manufacturers. It has been created to provide … Read More → "Open Frame Power Supplies Ranging from 30~85 W are Efficient and Economical"

Creating the Future Today in a Unique Internet of Things Hackathon

The involvement of leading technology brands Intel, Marvell, and Microsoft within The Internet of Things World Hackathon, a 30-hour app building contest held in Palo Alto, Silicon Valley, could potentially see the creation of the next ‘must-have’ consumer gadget by bringing software and hardware together.

Running alongside the Internet of Things World conference and exhibition, June 17-18, The IoT World Hackathon is a not for profit event that creates on-the-spot teams of technologists and industry stakeholders to shape the next generation of the connected internet.

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Microsemi Protects Against Future Heartbleed-Like Attacks with Introduction of Breakthrough WhiteboxSSL™ Cryptography Security Solution for OpenSSL

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—May 13, 2014—Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today unveiled WhiteboxSSL™, a cryptography key management plugin and drop-in replacement for OpenSSL. WhiteboxSSL builds on Microsemi’s proven and deployed WhiteboxCRYPTO™ product line providing security for server keys in memory and at rest. Designed for IT administrators who are responsible for maintaining the IT security infrastructure, Microsemi’s WhiteboxSSL advanced white box cryptography key protection techniques enable them to protect the keys generated and … Read More → "Microsemi Protects Against Future Heartbleed-Like Attacks with Introduction of Breakthrough WhiteboxSSL™ Cryptography Security Solution for OpenSSL"

congatec adds single-board computers and ODM services to its offering

Deggendorf, Germany, 13 May 2014  * * *  congatec AG, a leading manufacturer of embedded computer modules, announces that the company is diversifying to ensure continued annual growth of more than 20% in the long term. The addition of single-board computers and ODM services signals a change in strategy that will help serve existing customers better and address new customer groups.

According to an IHS study[1] from 2013, congatec is the number 1 provider of Computer-on-Modules (COMs) in Europe since 2012. The company will now transfer their recognized know-how in … Read More → "congatec adds single-board computers and ODM services to its offering"

ProTek Devices Debuts ESD Protection Diode for Automotive CAN Bus Lines

TEMPE, Ariz. – May 12, 2014 – ProTek Devices has introduced a new electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection diode designed for circuit protection in automotive controller area network (CAN) bus lines and other automotive applications. The PESD1CAN is able to provide ESD circuit protection of > 25 kilovolts for a CAN_HI and CAN_LO bus line. It also provides overvoltage circuit protection against other electrical fast transients (EFT). 

The PESD1CAN has a rated stand-off voltage of 24 volts, minimum breakdown voltage of 25.4 volts, and maximum clamping voltage of 70 volts. The new diode is compatible with various IEC standards that include 61000-4 … Read More → "ProTek Devices Debuts ESD Protection Diode for Automotive CAN Bus Lines"

IoT Low Power Consumption Integrated Wireless Controller from LPRS

LPRS, Europe’s leading manufacturer of short-range wireless devices, now offers Internet of Things (IoT) system builders with a system-on-chip fully integrated wireless controller suitable for remote, battery powered sensor systems, which can offer current consumption as low as 32µA.

The low cost, high security easyRadio Integrated Controller (eRIC) offers designers seven power saving modes of operation to ensure maximum battery life of remote sensors. The LPRS eRIC transceiver power saving modes provide control of the duty cycle of the receiver so that the ‘ON’ time can be set to 12.5%, 6.25%, 3.1% , 1.56%, 0.78%, 0.39% & 0.2% with corresponding levels of power saving … Read More → "IoT Low Power Consumption Integrated Wireless Controller from LPRS"

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