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Molex Enhanced zSFP+ SMT 20-Circuit Interconnect Solution for 25 Gbps Data and Telecom

January 3, 2012

LISLE, IL – January 3^rd , 2012 – The Molex Incorporated enhanced zSFP+ (Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus) SMT (Surface Mount Technology) 20-circuit connectors deliver superior performance in high-speed telecom and data communications equipment. Designed for 25 Gbps serial channels in high-speed Ethernet and Fibre Channel, the new zSFP+ interconnect assemblies are scalable for next-generation applications and provide optimal electromagnetic interference (EMI) and signal integrity (SI) margins in 10 and 16 Gbps channels.

Backward compatible zSFP+ connectors share the same mating interface and EMI cage dimensions as … Read More → "Molex Enhanced zSFP+ SMT 20-Circuit Interconnect Solution for 25 Gbps Data and Telecom"

PolyCore Software and Express Logic Expand Cooperation to Ease Multicore Software Development

January 3, 2012

San Diego, CA and Burlingame, CA, January 3, 2012 – Express Logic, Inc., the worldwide leader in royalty-free real-time operating systems (RTOS) and PolyCore Software, Inc. (PSI), the leader in multicore communications software solutions, today announced extended cooperation to increase support of multicore platforms. To enable applications to more quickly adapt to Tensilica’s multicore configuration, PSI’s < … Read More → "PolyCore Software and Express Logic Expand Cooperation to Ease Multicore Software Development"

Laird Technologies Releases New APG BT W400 M2M Wireless Gateway

December 30, 2011

St. Louis, Missouri, USA – December 28, 2011 – Laird Technologies, Inc., a global leader in the design and supply of customized performance-critical components and systems for advanced electronics and wireless products, today announced the release of its new APG BT W400 wireless access point gateway.

The new gateway is ideal for M2M wireless communications and for connecting Bluetooth® enabled devices in a Personal Area Network to IP network via Ethernet or WLAN interface. Based on Laird Technologies’ Bluetooth platform, this gateway offers four class 1 BT modules, Ethernet and WLAN communication as a standard package. … Read More → "Laird Technologies Releases New APG BT W400 M2M Wireless Gateway"

Acrosser Launches Its Latest All-in-One Gaming Computer based on AMD Most Advanced Fusion APU

December 29, 2011

The gaming computer designer and manufacturer Acrosser launches his latest All-in-One gaming computer ACE-S7400 to provide gaming industry a higher cost-performance ratio platform for slot machine and video lottery terminal(VLT) and AWP gaming machines. This model utilizes the latest computer technology from AMD platform and integrates Acrosser’s cutting edge gaming control technology.

Acrosser ACE-S7400 is powered by AMD low power G-Series dual core platform which integrates AMD Radeon HD 6310 graphic controller. The DirectX® 11 support lets you enjoy awesome graphics performance, stunning 3D visual effects and dynamic interactivity. Its advanced … Read More → "Acrosser Launches Its Latest All-in-One Gaming Computer based on AMD Most Advanced Fusion APU"

Eurotech Announces Plans for the Latest Embedded Module in the Catalyst Family

December 28, 2011

COLUMBIA, Md., Dec. 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Eurotech, a leading supplier of embedded technologies, products, and systems, today announces plans to launch the next generation of modules in the Catalyst series of embedded computers. The Catalyst CV, based on the Intel® Atom™ processor N2000 series, will offer significant benefits to customers looking for dual-core performance capabilities with enhanced multimedia, and a greater choice of operating environments, all while still maintaining very low … Read More → "Eurotech Announces Plans for the Latest Embedded Module in the Catalyst Family"

NXP Launches Next-Generation FM Car Radio Receivers for Background Scanning and Data Services

December 28, 2011

EINDHOVEN, NETHERLANDS–(Marketwire – Dec 27, 2011) – NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ:NXPI) today introduced the TEF7006 and TEF7007, its next-generation high-performance FM car radio receivers for background scanning and data services. These advanced receivers are able to … Read More → "NXP Launches Next-Generation FM Car Radio Receivers for Background Scanning and Data Services"

Mercury Computer Systems to Acquire KOR Electronics and Paragon Dynamics

December 23, 2011

CHELMSFORD, Mass. – December 23, 2011 – Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRCY, www.mc.com), a trusted provider of commercially developed application-ready ISR subsystems for defense prime contractors, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire KOR Electronics, Inc. (KOR) and its wholly owned subsidiary, Paragon Dynamics, Inc. (PDI).

Based in Cypress, California, KOR designs and develops digital radio frequency memory (DRFM) units for a variety of modern Electronic Warfare (EW) applications, as well as radar environment simulation and test systems for … Read More → "Mercury Computer Systems to Acquire KOR Electronics and Paragon Dynamics"

Software Porting to Tensilica-based Multicore SOC Designs Now Aided by PolyCore Software’s

December 23, 2011

BURLINGAME, Calif. and SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 22, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — PolyCore Software, Inc. (PSI) and Tensilica®, Inc. today announced a partnership to make it easier and faster for developers to port their software to, or design software for, integrated circuits with multiple Tensilica dataplane processors (DPUs). PSI’s Poly-Platform™ toolset now comprehends Tensilica’s entire DPU family, which ranges from small footprint controllers to the industry’s highest-performance DSP (digital signal processor) IP core, with many variations in between.

ZMDI launches highly efficient boost converter to drive multiple high-brightness LEDs in low-voltage lighting applications

December 22, 2011

Dresden, Germany – December 21, 2011 – ZMD AG, a global supplier of analog and mixed-signal solutions for automotive, industrial, and medical applications, is introducing its first step-up converter with integrated 35 V power switch for high brightness LEDs. It is optimal for driving multiple white LEDs connected in series from a low voltage supply. The ZLED7015 can also drive devices that require a constant voltage and the wide input voltage range of 6V to 30V supports applications with input voltage from multi-cell batteries or regulated 12V and 24V power rails. Alow voltage feedback mechanism helps maximize the operating … Read More → "ZMDI launches highly efficient boost converter to drive multiple high-brightness LEDs in low-voltage lighting applications"

Flamac and imec combine expertise to develop new materials for solar cells

December 21, 2011

Leuven, Belgium – December 21, 2011 – Imec, a leading nanoelectronics research center based in Leuven (Belgium) is working together with Flamac, a division of SIM vzw (Strategisch Initiatief Materialen in Vlaanderen or Strategic Initiative Materials in Flanders) to develop novel semiconductor materials for solar cell applications. Within this collaboration novel materials are screened as an alternative for the standard solar cells made of copper indium gallium and selenium (CIGS).

Flamac’s recently installed PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) / PE-CVD (Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapour Deposition) coater allows the automated deposition of a variety of thin film materials. … Read More → "Flamac and imec combine expertise to develop new materials for solar cells"