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congatec introduces the new conga-BP77 COM Express Type 2 module with 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors

August 3, 2012

San Diego, California, August 1st, 2012 *** congatec, Inc., a leading manufacturer of embedded computer modules, adds the conga-BP77 to its portfolio of 3rd generation Intel® Core™ modules. This version is based on the COM Express Type 2 connector pin-out and supports the PCI Express graphics port for high-performance external graphics.

The conga-BP77 module is well suited to medical, gaming and multimedia applications needing high end graphics performance where the internal graphics support from the chip set does not suffice. The crucial innovations of the 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors relate to the use of 3D trigate transistor technology, 22 nanometer … Read More → "congatec introduces the new conga-BP77 COM Express Type 2 module with 3rd generation Intel® Core™ processors"

Synopsys to Acquire SpringSoft

August 3, 2012

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 3, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq:SNPS), a world leader in software and IP used in the design, verification and manufacture of electronic components and systems, through its Taiwan subsidiary, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire SpringSoft (TAIEX:2473), a global supplier of specialized IC design software headquartered in Hsinchu, Taiwan. The SpringSoft acquisition supports Synopsys’ strategy to quickly and effectively deliver the advanced capabilities that will help semiconductor customers solve their toughest design challenges, including verification and custom implementation.

Under the terms of the agreement, Synopsys Taiwan will commence a tender offer to acquire … Read More → "Synopsys to Acquire SpringSoft"

Mouser Collaborates with Texas Instruments to Offer TI FRAM for Dummies

August 2, 2012

August 2, 2012 – Mouser Electronics, Inc., regarded as a top design engineering resource and global distributor for semiconductors and electronic components, today announced that it worked with Read More → "Mouser Collaborates with Texas Instruments to Offer TI FRAM for Dummies"

60V Battery Charging Controller & Power Manager Features Input Maximum Power Point Control

August 2, 2012

MILPITAS, CA – August 2, 2012 – Linear Technology Corporation introduces the LTC4000-1, a high voltage controller and power manager with input maximum power point control (MPPC) that converts virtually any externally compensated DC/DC power supply into a full-featured battery charger. The LTC4000-1 is capable of driving typical DC/DC converter topologies, including buck, boost, buck-boost, SEPIC, flyback and forward. The device offers precision input … Read More → "60V Battery Charging Controller & Power Manager Features Input Maximum Power Point Control"

Cree Raises Industry Standard with New 170 Lumen-Per-Watt Prototype LED Light Bulb

August 2, 2012

DURHAM, N.C.– Less than one year after showcasing the 152 lumens-per-watt concept LED bulb, Cree, Inc. (Nasdaq: CREE) delivers a new performance benchmark with the 170 lumens-per-watt (LPW) prototype LED light bulb. The innovations behind the high-performance 170 LPW LED bulb are enabling significantly higher efficacy and lower cost for Cree’s luminaire portfolio and demonstrate Cree’s continued commitment to accelerate the adoption of LED lighting by addressing initial cost and payback – key barriers to widespread LED lighting adoption.

LED lighting … Read More → "Cree Raises Industry Standard with New 170 Lumen-Per-Watt Prototype LED Light Bulb"

StarChip is Fully Set to Perform EAL5+ and Above Common Criteria Certification

August 1, 2012

MEYREUIL, July 31st, 2012- StarChip®, experts in designing, qualifying and industrializing Smart Card ICs today announced that it is fully set to perform EAL5+ and above certification. StarChip® recently moved its Headquarters and development center to a new location equipped with the latest systems of security and fully compliant with the highly demanding Common Criteria certification processes.

This green and compliant brand new location is large enough to sustain StarChip® growth strategy in the coming years in terms of design capacity and product development roadmap. As part of this roadmap growth StarChip is preparing the way … Read More → "StarChip is Fully Set to Perform EAL5+ and Above Common Criteria Certification"

Lantronix Launches xSenso Analog Device Server

August 1, 2012

Irvine, Calif. – July 31, 2012 – Lantronix, Inc. (Nasdaq: LTRX), a leading global provider of smart M2M connectivity solutions, today announced the launch of the xSenso™, a compact DIN-rail or wall mount analog device server (ADS) that enables sensors with analog outputs to transparently send real-time data to any node on the network or over the Internet. Ideal for data acquisition and alarm notification in critical environments, the xSenso remotely monitors and logs data from a variety of sensors including temperature, humidity, pressure, level, flow, weight, and gas/air quality … Read More → "Lantronix Launches xSenso Analog Device Server"

Newark element14 helps design engineers find complete analog and embedded solutions faster and easier with new industry-leading digital catalog

August 1, 2012

CHICAGO – July 31, 2012 Newark element14, the leading distributor of electronic components and engineering solutions in the Americas and a business of Premier Farnell (LSE:pfl), announced today that it has developed an industry-leading digital catalog for analog and embedded design. This is one of the ways Newark element14 is working to make the jobs of design engineers easier.

This new digital catalog offers a huge selection of new and best-in-class technology products from world-class manufacturers … Read More → "Newark element14 helps design engineers find complete analog and embedded solutions faster and easier with new industry-leading digital catalog"

Synopsys Collaborates with Renesas to Advance Software Development Solutions for Automotive Applications

August 1, 2012

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Aug. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —

Highlights:

Collaboration covers development of system-level models and Synopsys® Virtualizer™ Development Kits (VDKs) optimized for Renesas microcontrollers, including the new RH850 family
Solutions will enable automotive OEMs and electronics suppliers to quickly implement virtual Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing to accelerate full system integration, test and validation
Fast simulation with full system visibility and control extends code coverage and fault testing to improve reliability of Renesas’ RH850-based electronic control units (ECUs)

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS), a world leader in … Read More → "Synopsys Collaborates with Renesas to Advance Software Development Solutions for Automotive Applications"

Get real-time, digital control at your fingertips. TI expands microcontroller LaunchPad ecosystem with new $17 C2000™ LaunchPad.

August 1, 2012

Houston, TX (July 31, 2012) – Moving beyond exploration to prototyping of digital, real-time control applications is now easier and more cost-effective with the newC2000™ LaunchPad evaluation kit, based on the Piccolo™ 32-bit TMS320F2802x microcontroller, from Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) (NASDAQ: TXN). Introduced today, C2000 LaunchPad builds upon the popularity and success of the TI microcontroller LaunchPad ecosystem. C2000 LaunchPad is a modular, quick-launch evaluation kit … Read More → "Get real-time, digital control at your fingertips. TI expands microcontroller LaunchPad ecosystem with new $17 C2000™ LaunchPad."