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60V Input, Dual 3A(IOUT), 2.25MHz Step-Down DC/DC Converter

March 29, 2012

MILPITAS, CA – March 29, 2012 – Linear Technology Corporation announces the LT3992, a monolithic, dual output step-down switching regulator that delivers up to 3A of continuous output current from each channel. It operates from an input voltage range of 3V to 60V, ideal for applications requiring continuous output voltage regulation through load dump and cold-crank conditions found in automotive … Read More → "60V Input, Dual 3A(IOUT), 2.25MHz Step-Down DC/DC Converter"

Microsemi Announces SmartFusion cSoC Reference Design for Industrial and Medical LCD Displays

March 29, 2012

ALISO VIEJO, Calif.—March 29, 2012—Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced the availability of an LCD display reference design for industrial and medical applications based on the company’s SmartFusion® customizable system-on-chip (cSoC). The flexible cSoC architecture allows product developers to support a wide variety of LCD panel configurability options, as well as the ability to change LCD driver functionality to support product upgrades on a cost-effective, remote basis. In addition, the new platform supports Open Graphic Library Safety Critical (OpenGL SC), … Read More → "Microsemi Announces SmartFusion cSoC Reference Design for Industrial and Medical LCD Displays"

The EM4325 is ideal for real-time monitoring of perishables or as an EPC™ Gen2 RFID interface or modem for embedded applications

March 28, 2012

Marin, Switzerland – March 28th, 2012 – Today, EM Microelectronic, the semiconductor company of the Swatch Group and a world-leading supplier for RFID circuits, announced the EM4325, a versatile and multipurpose, battery-assisted passive (BAP) RFID chip with integrated temperature sensor. This facilitates the expansion of established UHF RFID applications by offering longer read range, increased communication robustness and more configuration options and interface capabilities for auxiliary functions. EM Microelectronic designed the EM4325 with an advanced feature set which leads to performance and functionality well beyond that of ordinary Gen2 chips.

Operating in the UHF frequency range, the … Read More → "The EM4325 is ideal for real-time monitoring of perishables or as an EPC™ Gen2 RFID interface or modem for embedded applications"

Synopsys’ StarRC Extraction Solution Enables More Than 150 Successful 28nm Tapeouts

March 28, 2012

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., March 28, 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, today announced that its StarRC™ parasitic extraction solution has enabled more than 150 successful 28-nanometer (nm) tapeouts, delivering fast turnaround time and the signoff accuracy required for next-generation designs across computer, consumer, mobile and wireless communications applications. StarRC’s advanced modeling of complex process effects at the 28-nm silicon process technology node and its leading qualification by major foundries provides lower design risk and improved opportunity for one-pass tapeout success. StarRC … Read More → "Synopsys’ StarRC Extraction Solution Enables More Than 150 Successful 28nm Tapeouts"

IAR Systems supports ARM Cortex-M0+ and Freescale’s new Kinetis L series

March 28, 2012

Uppsala, Sweden—March 27, 2012—IAR Systems announces that its highly-optimizing C/C++ compiler and debugger tool suite IAR Embedded Workbench® now supports the new ARM® Cortex™-M0+ core and Freescale Semiconductors’ recently announced Kinetis® L series.

The ARM Cortex-M0+ processor combines energy-efficiency with high performance. It is suitable for use in applications for intelligent sensing and control in home appliances, medical monitoring equipment, smart meters, lighting and motor control systems.

Flash memory size is a key factor in determining system … Read More → "IAR Systems supports ARM Cortex-M0+ and Freescale’s new Kinetis L series"

Dual RFID-ZigBee sensors to enable NFC applications for the Internet of Things

March 28, 2012

Zaragoza, Spain – March 28th, 2012 Libelium, a technology leader in wireless sensor networks for Smart Cities solutions announces the launch of the new RFID/NFC module for the Waspmote sensor platform. The new radio module extends Waspmote features allowing the sensor data to be used in Location Based Services (LBS), such as asset tracking, supply chain monitoring, intelligent shopping or access management.

By using RFID/NFC – passive sensors – along with ZigBee – active sensors -, asset tracking can be more accurate than … Read More → "Dual RFID-ZigBee sensors to enable NFC applications for the Internet of Things"

Analog Bits SERDES Achieves 10Gbps on Consumer Electronic Cables

March 28, 2012

Mountain View, CA, March 27, 2012 – Analog Bits, the Integrated Clocking and Interface IP leader, unveiled a new cable-specific SERDES IP specifically targeting the cost-sensitive, yet performance demanding consumer cable market.

The latest addition to the Analog Bits SERDES IP product line allows customers to use low cost cables with SERDES at either end to recover and retime the signal and has been demonstrated with multiple cables including FFC ribbon, Micro-Coax and Dual-Coax.

“Cable cost is a critical consideration for our consumer electronics customers,” explains Mahesh Tirupattur, Executive Vice … Read More → "Analog Bits SERDES Achieves 10Gbps on Consumer Electronic Cables"

Supermicro® New Generation X9 Embedded Building Block Solutions® Deliver 11x PCI-E Slots and Higher Performance with Lower Power Consumption

March 28, 2012

San Jose, CA, March 27, 2012 – Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), a global leader in high-performance, high-efficiency server technology and green computing showcases its latest embedded building block solutions this week at Embedded Systems Conference (ESC) 2012 in San Jose, CA. Supermicro’s offers a wide range of high-reliability, long life cycle, ruggedized and expandable solutions for embedded applications. New products feature higher I/O bandwidth with PCI-E 3.0 and USB 3.0 support, lower power consumption through our high-efficiency (95%+) digital switching power supplies, highest availability and reliability with N+ … Read More → "Supermicro® New Generation X9 Embedded Building Block Solutions® Deliver 11x PCI-E Slots and Higher Performance with Lower Power Consumption"

Express Logic’s NetX™ Achieves Near-Wire Speed on STM32® Platform

March 28, 2012

Design West, ESC Summit, San Jose, CA, March 27, 2012 — Express Logic, Inc., the worldwide leader in royalty-free, real-time operating systems (RTOS), announced that its NetX™Duo TCP/IP stack has achieved 93–95 Mbps, an outstanding near-wire speed on STM32F207 and STM32F217, STMicroelectronics’ ARM™ Cortex-M3 processors. NetX Duo, Express Logic’s dual … Read More → "Express Logic’s NetX™ Achieves Near-Wire Speed on STM32® Platform"

Touch Revolution Announces Availability of New 15.6” TR? Slim Line Multi-Touch Monitor

March 28, 2012

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., March 27, 2012 – OEMs, distributors and integrators eager to bring the excitement, flexibility and value of a multi-touch solution to their customers now have a new weapon at their disposal – the Touch Revolution 15.6” TR?™ Projected Capacitive (P-Cap) monitor is now available.

The new 15.6” TR? monitor, ideal for applications that require HD video, includes two-finger touch capability and a bezel-free, sophisticated industrial design. It joins a family of Touch Revolution TR? monitors ranging in size from 15” to 32”. In addition, Touch Revolution provides the critical software support to … Read More → "Touch Revolution Announces Availability of New 15.6” TR? Slim Line Multi-Touch Monitor"

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