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Next-generation automotive LED drivers for front and rear lights bring reliability and flexibility to exterior lighting

DALLAS (May 14, 2014) – Texas Instruments (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN) today introduced the automotive industry’s first two-channel switching LED driver for front lights and the only linear LED driver with single short LED detection for rear lights. Unlike other LED drivers in the market, the TPS92630-Q1 and TPS92602-Q1 feature both high-side current sense dimming and pulse width modulation (PWM) dimming capabilities, as well as full diagnostic and thermal management, which helps designers create flexible lighting systems that meet many countries’ differing traffic regulations. Applications include automotive LED front lamp, rear lamp and interior lighting. For more information or to … Read More → "Next-generation automotive LED drivers for front and rear lights bring reliability and flexibility to exterior lighting"

Applied Materials Introduces the Biggest Materials Change to Interconnect Technology in 15 Years

  • New Endura® Volta (TM)CVD system’s unique cobalt processes ease interconnect bottlenecks to enable continued Moore’s Law scaling
  • Two breakthrough interconnect applications designed to support future generations of high-performance, low-power microchips
  • Industry’s first selective CVD metal process demonstrates Applied’s leadership in precision materials engineering 

SANTA CLARA, Calif., May 13, 2014 – Applied Materials, Inc. today announced its Applied Endura® Volta(TM) CVD Cobalt system, the … Read More → "Applied Materials Introduces the Biggest Materials Change to Interconnect Technology in 15 Years"

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"

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