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G3-PLC Chipset Complies with IEEE P1901.2 Prestandard for Smart Grid Communications

SUNNYVALE, CA—May 9, 2011—Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX2992, an OFDM-based powerline communication (PLC) modem that pairs with the MAX2991 analog front-end (AFE) to provide a complete PLC chipset for smart grid communications. This chipset complies with the emerging IEEE(R) P1901.2 standard for OFDM-based communication over power lines and offers guaranteed interoperability. This standards compliance is critical to enabling smart grid deployments, as it helps utilities safeguard their substantial infrastructure investments.

“Until now, smart grid deployments have been impeded by the lack of standards-compliant solutions,” explained Michael Navid, Executive Business … Read More → "G3-PLC Chipset Complies with IEEE P1901.2 Prestandard for Smart Grid Communications"

Cadence and TSMC Collaborate to Deliver DFM Services for TSMC Advanced Processes

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CDNS), a leader in global electronic design innovation, today announced it has collaborated with TSMC to deliver their customers DFM expertise and technology in a service model. In an effort to reduce risk and enable the fastest path to Silicon Realization, Cadence DFM Services include model-based simulation of litho-process checks and … Read More → "Cadence and TSMC Collaborate to Deliver DFM Services for TSMC Advanced Processes"

Concept 2 Market, Inc. Announces Implementation of Aegis Manufacturing Operations Software

Pompano Beach, FL – May 8, 2011: The recently completed implementation of Aegis Manufacturing Operations Software allows Concept 2 Market, Inc. (C2M) to improve efficiencies and quality by streamlining and controlling process planning and launch, process tracking and control, and quality and test management.

“Factory information visibility and process-wide control is core to competitiveness. We utilize technology to connect data to all of our factory processes”, said Todd Kirkeeng, President of C2M.

Aegis acts as the bridge from Engineering to Manufacturing by readying products for launch. Aegis provides support for virtually … Read More → "Concept 2 Market, Inc. Announces Implementation of Aegis Manufacturing Operations Software"

Timesys® Enables LinuxLink Support for PMC-Sierra® WinPath3-SuperLite System on Chip

PITTSBURGH, May 10, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Timesys Corporation (http://www.timesys.com), provider of the industry’s most-easy-to-use and affordable embedded Linux solutions, today announced a LinuxLink offering for the PMC-Sierra WinPath3-SuperLite high-performance System on Chip (SoC). The WinPath3-SuperLite is the newest … Read More → "Timesys® Enables LinuxLink Support for PMC-Sierra® WinPath3-SuperLite System on Chip"

Tabula, MorethanIP and NetLogic Microsystems collaborate to develop a complete Sub-$500 programmable 100Gb Ethernet solution

LAS VEGAS, Nevada –  May 9, 2011 – Tabula, MorethanIP and NetLogic Microsystems [NASDAQ: NETL] announce the industry’s first complete programmable 100Gb Ethernet solution that can be deployed cost effectively in production with price points below $500. The complete, ready-to-use solution from Tabula consists of Tabula’s I-100 100Gb Ethernet-to-Interlaken bridging device embedding MorethanIP’s silicon-proven Interlaken and 100G Ethernet MAC and PCS IP cores, and NetLogic Microsystems’ NLP15142-T 100GE PHY devices. The solution enables effective deployment of high-speed networking and storage equipment products with no additional IP costs and at a radically … Read More → "Tabula, MorethanIP and NetLogic Microsystems collaborate to develop a complete Sub-$500 programmable 100Gb Ethernet solution"

Xilinx Expands Portfolio for Meeting Critical High-Bandwidth and QoS Enterprise, Data Center, and Service Provider 100G System Needs

INTEROP, Las Vegas, May 9, 2011 – Xilinx, Inc. (Nasdaq: XLNX) today announced a major expansion of  its communications portfolio to accelerate the industry’s implementation of new packet processing, switching, and traffic management solutions for meeting the exponential growth in demand for high-bandwidth and feature-reach quality of service (QoS). The expansion includes the acquisition of Modelware, a leading provider of traffic management/packet processing silicon intellectual property (IP) cores and reference designs that simplify system development and enable greater differentiation for networking applications supporting 10G, 40G, 100G and beyond. Along with the expansion, Xilinx is introducing the … Read More → "Xilinx Expands Portfolio for Meeting Critical High-Bandwidth and QoS Enterprise, Data Center, and Service Provider 100G System Needs"

Inexpensive low-power “AC/DC-Converter” with extremely low no-load power consumption

RECOM announces the release of a new range of isolated AC/DC power supply modules with very low standby input currents, ideally suited for low power applications or standby power supplies.

The RAC01 and RAC02 offer 1W or 2W of output power from a universal input voltage of 90-265VAC and yet draw only 30mW in standby. The RAC03 offers a higher output power of 3W yet draws only 80mW when unloaded.

For many applications this low standby power will significantly reduce energy consumption and reduce costs compared with standard power supplies. Typical applications include … Read More → "Inexpensive low-power “AC/DC-Converter” with extremely low no-load power consumption"

Renesas Electronics Europe Expands the Ecosystem for its RL78 Microcontroller Family

Dusseldorf, 9th May 2011 –  Renesas Electronics Europe, a premier provider of advanced semiconductor solutions, announced today for its RL78 microcontroller family new compiler support from IAR Systems, as well as real-time operating systems (RTOS) from Micrium and CMX Systems.

“To support the market’s need for industry-standard development tools and middleware solutions, Renesas Electronics Europe has teamed up with selected technology partners,” said Mohammed U Dogar, Manager of Microcontroller Product Marketing, Industrial Business Unit, Renesas Electronics Europe. “The RL78 family’s … Read More → "Renesas Electronics Europe Expands the Ecosystem for its RL78 Microcontroller Family"

austriamicrosystems announces a new Micro PMIC for Li-Ion battery based mobile applications

Unterpremstaetten, Austria (May 9, 2011) – austriamicrosystems (SIX: AMS), a leading global designer and manufacturer of high-performance analog ICs, has introduced the AS3605, a highly integrated power management integrated circuit (PMIC) designed specifically for portable devices powered by a single-cell Li-Ion battery. The device integrates seven low dropout regulators (LDOs), a DC/DC converter, a complete battery charger, LED backlight driver and an audio power amplifier on one die.

The features and performance of the cost-efficient AS3605 Micro … Read More → "austriamicrosystems announces a new Micro PMIC for Li-Ion battery based mobile applications"

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