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Opto-Isolated Digital I/O Signal Conditioning Boards for Small Form Factor Embedded Computer Systems

May 2, 2012

May 1, 2012, Arlington, TX – WinSystems introduces today two new optically isolated signal conditioning and termination boards for OEM embedded computer system designers. These boards are needed in applications requiring signal isolation between a computer and its monitoring points. Isolation creates a barrier which will eliminate common mode voltage and also prevents ground loops on digital signals plus provides safety for industrial applications. The ISM-TRM-ISO-IN provides 24 lines of optically isolated and digitally debounced inputs to provide easy connections and signal conditioning from field wiring. The ISM-TRM-ISO-OUT provides 24 lines of optically isolated outputs. … Read More → "Opto-Isolated Digital I/O Signal Conditioning Boards for Small Form Factor Embedded Computer Systems"

RF Micro Devices® Unveils rGaN-HV™ Process Technology For Power Device Products And Foundry Customers

May 2, 2012

GREENSBORO, N.C., April 26, 2012 — RF Micro Devices, Inc. (Nasdaq GS:RFMD), a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance radio frequency components and compound semiconductor technologies, today announced the extension of RFMD’s industry-leading GaN process technology portfolio to include a new technology optimized for high voltage power devices in power conversion applications.

RFMD’s newest GaN process technology – rGaN-HV™ — enables substantial system cost and energy savings in power conversion applications ranging from 1 to 50 KW. RFMD’s rGaN-HV delivers device breakdown voltages up to 900 volts, high peak current capability, and ultra-fast switching times for GaN … Read More → "RF Micro Devices® Unveils rGaN-HV™ Process Technology For Power Device Products And Foundry Customers"

Atrenta Ships 4.7 Release of SpyGlass® Platform

May 2, 2012

SAN JOSE, Calif — May 1, 2012 — Atrenta Inc., a leading provider of SoC Realization solutions for the semiconductor and electronic systems industries, announced today the availability of release 4.7 of its SpyGlass^® RTL analysis and optimization platform.

This latest release of SpyGlass delivers automated RTL power reduction that is, on average, 2X more effective across a broad range of designs when compared to previous releases. Run-time and memory usage have also been enhanced in 4.7 – customers have … Read More → "Atrenta Ships 4.7 Release of SpyGlass® Platform"

Samtec’s SFP+ and QSFP+ Systems Deliver High Speed Performance

May 2, 2012

Samtec has expanded its High Speed Panel and I/O interfaces to include Eye Speed^® SFP+ Passive Cable Assemblies and QSFP+ Active Optical Cable Assemblies. Both systems are designed to meet various standards and protocols for high speed performance ideal in telecommunication, data communication and storage area network applications.

The Eye Speed^® SFP+ Passive Cable Assembly (SFPE Series) is compliant to SFP+ standards, and features a compact design with one channel (2 pair) transmitting up to 10 Gbps (5 GHz) on up to 3 meters of 32 AWG twinax copper cable, which reduces weight, increases airflow and provides … Read More → "Samtec’s SFP+ and QSFP+ Systems Deliver High Speed Performance"

Apache Design Releases Fourth-Generation Redhawk for Sub-20 Nanometer Power Sign-off

May 2, 2012

Pittsburgh – May 1, 2012 – ANSYS (NASDAQ: ANSS) subsidiary Apache Design, Inc. today introduced RedHawk™-3DX to meet the power, performance and price demands of low-power mobile, high-performance computing, consumer and automotive electronics. This fourth-generation power sign-off solution delivers greater accuracy, capacity and usability for full-chip dynamic power and reliability simulation to manage power consumption and improve power delivery efficiency of advanced integrated circuit (IC) designs.

The release of RedHawk-3DX extends previous generations’ capabilities to address sub-20 … Read More → "Apache Design Releases Fourth-Generation Redhawk for Sub-20 Nanometer Power Sign-off"

Telit Extends Form Factor Family With Low-Cost CDMA Module

May 2, 2012

Raleigh, NC – May 2, 2012 – Telit Wireless Solutions (AIM: TCM), a global leader in machine-to-machine (M2M) wireless technology, has extended its xE910 form factor family with the introduction of the CE910-DUAL, a CDMA 1xRTT embedded cellular module ideal for fixed and mobile M2M applications that require robust network coverage and reliability, such as fleet tracking and industrial monitoring.

Digi-Key Corporation Inks Global Distribution Agreement with Infinite Power Solutions

May 2, 2012

THIEF RIVER FALLS, Minn., USA, May 1, 2012? Electronic components distributor Digi-Key Corporation, recognized by design engineers as having the industry’s largest selection of electronic components available for immediate shipment, today … Read More → "Digi-Key Corporation Inks Global Distribution Agreement with Infinite Power Solutions"

SVTC Technologies Partners with Process Relations to Streamline Process Development

May 2, 2012

As part of its continuing effort to offer customers access to world-class solutions, SVTC Technologies, the premier innovation partner for accelerating nanotechnology innovation, announced today it has adopted XperiDesk® — a comprehensive solution for the efficient management of high-tech process development — from the Dortmund, Germany based company, Process Relations, GmbH, a world leader in the area of semiconductor process management software.

XperiDesk, a Process Development Execution System (PDES), improves planning and assists in the preparation of experimental process development by providing easy access to existing knowledge and allowing users to utilize past process experimental data to its fullest … Read More → "SVTC Technologies Partners with Process Relations to Streamline Process Development"

Fully Differential Amplifier Drives 18-bit ADCs & Consumes only 5mW

May 2, 2012

MILPITAS, CA – May 2, 2012 – Linear Technology announces the LTC6362, a low power fully differential amplifier that can drive high precision 16- and 18-bit SAR ADCs at only 1mA supply current. With 200µV max input offset voltage and 3.9nV/?Hz input-referred noise, it is well suited for precision industrial and data acquisition applications.

The LTC6362 has an output common-mode pin with … Read More → "Fully Differential Amplifier Drives 18-bit ADCs & Consumes only 5mW"

Wurldtech Provides Testing Accreditation for Siemens CERT Lab

May 1, 2012

VANCOUVER, BC – May 1, 2012 – Wurldtech Security Technologies, leaders in cyber security solutions for embedded devices and critical infrastructure, and Siemens ProductCERT (Cyber Emergency Readiness Team) Lab, as part of Siemens Corporate Technology, today announced that Siemens has been accredited by Wurldtech to perform Achilles® Communication Certification testing.

Achilles Communication Certification, an internationally recognized certification, provides a robustness and security benchmark for embedded device used in critical industrial infrastructure. This program assesses the network robustness of industrial devices and certifies that they meet a formal and comprehensive set of requirements and conformance.