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FAA Reaffirms Approval of LynuxWorks LynxOS-178 Reusable Software Components RTOS for Safety-Critical Applications

SAN JOSE,CAMarch 12, 2012LynuxWorks, Inc., the first and only embedded operating system vendor to receive Advisory Circular AC 20-148 approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for reusable software components (RSC), has received its second RSC approval for the LynxOS-178 product family.

To</ … Read More → "FAA Reaffirms Approval of LynuxWorks LynxOS-178 Reusable Software Components RTOS for Safety-Critical Applications"

Meggitt Sensing Systems Releases Test and Measurement Product Catalog

February 29, 2012, San Juan Capistrano, California, USA – Meggitt Sensing Systems, a Meggitt group division, has announced the global release of its new “2012 Test and Measurement Catalog”, a 74-page highlight of available high-reliability Endevco®, Sensorex, Vibro-Meter and Wilcoxon Research sensing technologies for aerospace, automotive, industrial, medical, R&D and test & measurement markets.

Arranged by sensing type, each designated section includes an introductory page that briefly explains the technology and its typical test-related applications. Products include piezoelectric, piezoresistive and variable capacitance accelerometers, including new high-g shock models; acoustic, dynamic and static pressure … Read More → "Meggitt Sensing Systems Releases Test and Measurement Product Catalog"

Bluebook® 2012 from DSM Computer with the new hybrid-cooled high-end IPC

Munich, March 2012 – DSM Computer provides a clear overview of its complete standard product portfolio with many innovations in the updated 2012 edition of its “Bluebook®“. New additions include the hybrid-cooled ARCTIS high-end IPC family, the first Nanoserver® embedded system of the second generation, compact DIN rail-mounted PCs as well as the ultra high-performance Infinity® 19-inch industrial computer … Read More → "Bluebook® 2012 from DSM Computer with the new hybrid-cooled high-end IPC"

Cortus Announces Bridges for AHB-Lite™ and APB™ to Enable Migration to the APS and FPS Processor Product Range

Dresden, Germany, 12th March 2012. Cortus, a technology leader in ultra low power, silicon efficient 32-bit processor IP, announces the release of two bridges for their processor product range. The first bridge is between the Cortus APS bus and AHB-Lite™ while the second bridge is between the APS bus and APB™.

The Cortus family of processors are supported by the highly efficient, low latency APS bus. This bus provides high speed interfacing between the Cortus processors and synchronous SRAM. The bus is also supported by Cortus& … Read More → "Cortus Announces Bridges for AHB-Lite™ and APB™ to Enable Migration to the APS and FPS Processor Product Range"

60V Synchronous Buck-Boost LED Driver Delivers over 100W of LED Power

MILPITAS, CA – March 12, 2012 – Linear Technology announces the LT3791, a synchronous buck-boost DC/DC LED driver and voltage controller, which can deliver over 100W of LED power. Its 4.7V to 60V input voltage range makes it ideal for a wide variety of applications, including automotive, industrial and architectural lighting. Similarly, its output … Read More → "60V Synchronous Buck-Boost LED Driver Delivers over 100W of LED Power"

automotive roadshow 2012 Waiting in the Wings

Starnberg (Germany) March 12, 2012 – The automotive roadshow is about to start again in June 2012. The mobile electronics show – organized by qaqadu event gmbh, experts for events and road shows – will visit major carmakers and commercial vehicle manufacturers in Germany from June 14th through to June 20th, 2012. This year, the show truck will again stop right on the premises of the design locations and open the doors of its more than 100 square meters large exhibition space for several hours. Up to 12 exhibitors will demonstrate their innovative electronics products and solutions to interested employees from development, purchasing or management departments. “With … Read More → "automotive roadshow 2012 Waiting in the Wings"

Atmel Broadens Popular AVR MCU Family: More Memory, Connectivity, Integration and Ultra-Low Power

San Jose, CA, March 12, 2012 – Atmel® Corporation (NASDAQ: ATML), a leader in microcontroller and touch technology solutions, today announced 14 new devices in its widely adopted Atmel AVR® microcontroller (MCU) family, providing more options to meet unique design requirements. Used by well over 100,000 engineers worldwide, AVR microcontrollers are regarded for their performance, power efficiency and flexibility across many application areas. Adding more memory, connectivity peripherals and system integration, the newest devices further extend the advantages of the AVR family, while supporting a broader array of application areas including consumer electronics, capacitive touch, … Read More → "Atmel Broadens Popular AVR MCU Family: More Memory, Connectivity, Integration and Ultra-Low Power"

Integrated Relay Driver from Diodes Incorporated Optimizes Inductive Load Control

Plano, Texas – March 9th, 2012 – By integrating a complete solid-state relay driver into a single, surface-mount package, DRDC3105 from Diodes Incorporated minimizes the PCB footprint, reduces the component count and improves the reliability of inductive load control circuits.

Providing a rugged interface between standard logic and 3V to 6V DC inductive loads, the relay driver is designed to handle relays, solenoids, incandescent lamps and small motors in a wide range of applications.  From a 5V supply rail, DRDC3105 has the capability to drive coils rated at up to 2.5W.

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Meggitt Sensing Systems Adds High-Accuracy Endevco® Pressure Transducers to Guaranteed InStock™ Program

February 27, 2012, San Juan Capistrano, California, USA – Meggitt Sensing Systems, a Meggitt group division, has announced the latest addition to its popular Guaranteed InStock™ program, the Endevco® model 8530C series, with quantities now available for immediate customer shipment.

Offered in 15, 50 and 100 psia ranges and with corresponding high resonance frequencies of 180 kHz (15 psia), 320 kHz (50 psia) and 500 kHz (100 psia), the Endevco® model 8530C series offers 225 mV full-scale output and a non-linearity specification of less than 1% at 3x over-range. Transducers are rugged to 20,000 g shock and offer an industry best-in-class minimum 4X burst pressure, with non-repeatability … Read More → "Meggitt Sensing Systems Adds High-Accuracy Endevco® Pressure Transducers to Guaranteed InStock™ Program"

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