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Vicor introduces new high-density automotive-grade power modules

ANDOVER, Mass., Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vicor has released three automotive-grade power modules, delivering industry-leading power density and accelerating the adoption of 48V zonal architectures. The BCM6135, DCM3735 and PRM3735 support 48V power distribution in vehicles, with 800V-to-48V conversion, 48V regulation and 48V-to-12V regulation and conversion for legacy 12V subsystems.

All three modules can be arrayed to scale up power levels, offering significant power system weight reduction.

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Micas Networks Brings Ultra-High Performance to AI/ML Applications With 800G Tomahawk 5 Ethernet Switch

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Micas Networks today announced the availability of its new 800G Tomahawk 5 Ethernet Switch – the M2-W6940-64OC. Now shipping to customers worldwide, this open network switch offers 64-port 800GbE interfaces in a 2RU fixed box, delivering high performance with complete L2 and L3 forwarding features for modern, large-scale data center networks. This next-generation, high-density ethernet switch provides AI/ … Read More → "Micas Networks Brings Ultra-High Performance to AI/ML Applications With 800G Tomahawk 5 Ethernet Switch"

New S32J Family of Safe and Secure Ethernet Switches Enables Scalable Vehicle Networks, Extending NXP CoreRide Platform

  • New S32J family of high-performance switches (80Gbps) share a common switch core with NXP S32 processing devices to maximize software re-use and simplify network configuration and integration 
  • Production-grade networking functions with pre-integrated software from NXP and market-leading software partners helps reduce development efforts and optimize system performance
  • NXP CoreRide networking solution, built on the S32J family, will help OEMs and Tier 1s navigate complex network challenges associated with software-defined vehicles (SDVs) 

EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands, October 15, 2024 – NXP Semiconductors … Read More → "New S32J Family of Safe and Secure Ethernet Switches Enables Scalable Vehicle Networks, Extending NXP CoreRide Platform"

Microchip’s RTG4™ FPGAs with Lead-Free Flip-Chip Bumps Achieve Highest Space Qualification

CHANDLER, Ariz., October 17, 2024 — Satisfying mission assurance requirements for the most critical space programs, Microchip Technology’s (Nasdaq: MCHP) Radiation-Tolerant (RT) RTG4™ Field- Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) with lead-free flip-chip bumps have earned the Qualified Manufacturers List (QML) Class V status. As designated by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), QML Class V is the highest level of … Read More → "Microchip’s RTG4™ FPGAs with Lead-Free Flip-Chip Bumps Achieve Highest Space Qualification"

Synaptics Launches VerosTM Seamless Intelligent Connectivity with High-Performance Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee/Thread SoCs

San Jose, CA, October 16, 2024 – Synaptics® Incorporated (Nasdaq: SYNA) today launched the VerosTM Seamless Intelligent Connectivity brand with high-performance systems on chip (SoCs) for Wi-Fi® 6E, Bluetooth®, and 802.15.4. Signifying leadership and innovation, Veros encapsulates decades of field-hardened technology and IoT connectivity expertise. It encompasses Synaptics’ entire wireless portfolio … Read More → "Synaptics Launches VerosTM Seamless Intelligent Connectivity with High-Performance Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee/Thread SoCs"

Renesas Introduces Four-Channel Master IC and Sensor Signal Conditioner for the Growing IO-Link Market

TOKYO, Japan ― Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today introduced two semiconductor solutions for the rapidly growing IO-Link market: the CCE4511 four-channel IO-Link master IC and the ZSSC3286 – IO-Link ready, dual-channel resistive sensor signal conditioner IC.

IO-Link is a digital communication protocol that is used most widely in industrial automation applications. As a standardized technology, it enables seamless communication between sensors, actuators, and other devices in an automation system. IO-Link has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its ability to provide real-time data and diagnostics and its ease of use … Read More → "Renesas Introduces Four-Channel Master IC and Sensor Signal Conditioner for the Growing IO-Link Market"

Vishay Intertechnology Extends Voltage Rating Options for Four-Terminal Snap-in Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors

MALVERN, Pa. — Oct. 16, 2024 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) is extending its 299 PHL-4TSI snap-in, four-terminal aluminum electrolytic capacitor family with new 350 V, 500 V, 550 V, and 600 V rated capacitors that greatly expand the range of capacitance-voltage combinations available to designers. Designed for power supplies and industrial and home appliance inverters, the Vishay BCcomponents 299 PHL-4TSI series reduces component counts and lowers costs while increasing mechanical stability and end-product lifetimes.

Featuring a cylindrical aluminum case with pressure relief, insulated with a blue sleeve, the 299 PHL-4TSI capacitors offer high ripple current ratings from 1.9 A to 7.6 A, allowing designers to … Read More → "Vishay Intertechnology Extends Voltage Rating Options for Four-Terminal Snap-in Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors"

Agile Analog announces MoU to support new Southern Taiwan IC Design Industry Promotion Hub

15 October 2024. Cambridge, UK. Agile Analog, the customizable analog IP company, has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Southern Taiwan Industry Promotion Center. Agile Analog will support the work of the Southern Taiwan IC Design Industry Promotion Hub, a new facility in the region focused on promoting collaboration and novel IC (integrated circuit) design technologies.

The Southern Taiwan Industry Promotion Center (STIPC) was established in 2009 at the National Sun Yat-sen University. The main purpose of the STIPC is to strengthen the link between academia and industry, working with governments and companies on projects which accelerate adoption … Read More → "Agile Analog announces MoU to support new Southern Taiwan IC Design Industry Promotion Hub"

CEA-Leti Launches OpenTRNG, an Open-Source Project For True Random Number Generators Using Ring-Oscillator-Based Architectures

Grenoble, France – Oct. 15, 2024 – CEA-Leti today announced an open-source project to produce physical True Random Number Generators (TRNG) using ring-oscillator-based architectures. Targeting industry and academic researchers, the comprehensive toolkit includes reference designs, emulation tools and analytical tools to facilitate development and characterization of hardware TRNG implementations.

TRNGs play a pivotal role in domains such as cybersecurity and cryptography, where they are used to  generate unpredictable random numbers such as cryptographic keys that ensure confidentiality and integrity of corporate, institutional and citizen private data against potential hackers.

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