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Imec demonstrates extremely high-speed heterojunction bipolar transistors

October 11, 2011

Leuven (Belgium) – October 10, 2011 – Imec realized a f_T/f_MAX 245GHz/450GHz SiGe:C heterojunction bipolar transistor (HBT) device, a key enabler for future high-volume millimeter-wave low-power circuits to be used in automotive radar applications. These HBT devices also pave the way to silicon-based millimeter wave circuits penetrating the so-called THz gap, enabling enhanced imaging systems for security, medical and scientific applications.

The extremely high-speed devices have a fully self-aligned architecture by self-alignment of the emitter, base and collector region, and implement an optimized collector doping … Read More → "Imec demonstrates extremely high-speed heterojunction bipolar transistors"

Honeywell Launches Watertight Miniature Switches

October 11, 2011

MINNEAPOLIS, October 11, 2011 – Honeywell (NYSE:HON) MICRO SWITCH™ Basic Switch line has been expanded with the addition of the V15W Series of Watertight Miniature Switches. With an IP67 waterproof seal rating and as the only V-switch in the industry rated up to 10 amps, Honeywell’s new V15W can be used in a wide range of high-current consumer and industrial applications where spillage or water could be a factor. Potential applications include off-road vehicles such as ATVs, golf carts, lawn mowers, and snowmobiles; construction and agricultural machinery; industrial equipment such as factory floor wash-down machinery; and … Read More → "Honeywell Launches Watertight Miniature Switches"

Imec unveils innovative technology for an ECG patch, combining an ultralow-power ECG SoC with Bluetooth Low Energy

October 11, 2011

San Diego, USA/Leuven, Belgium – October 10, 2011 – Imec and Holst Centre announce an innovative body patch that integrates an ultra-low power electrocardiogram (ECG) chip and a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) radio. This unique combination fuses power-efficient electronics and standardized communication, opening new perspectives for long-term monitoring in health, wellness and medical applications. The system integrates components from imec and Holst Centre’s Human++ R&D program. It is designed in collaboration with DELTA and integrated in DELTA’s ePatch platform.

The ECG patch measures up … Read More → "Imec unveils innovative technology for an ECG patch, combining an ultralow-power ECG SoC with Bluetooth Low Energy"

Offline LED Driver for Retrofit Lamps Dims to Zero Light Intensity Without Flicker

October 11, 2011

SUNNYVALE, CA—October 10, 2011—Maxim Integrated Products (NASDAQ: MXIM) introduces the MAX16841, an offline LED driver that provides flicker-free dimming from maximum light intensity down to zero intensity with both leading-edge (triac) and trailing-edge (transistor) dimmers. Constant frequency control optimizes efficiency at both low- and high-AC line voltages. With a wide 90VAC to 265VAC input range, the MAX16841 is a universal solution for Japanese, Chinese, U.S., and European dimmer models. It allows seamless replacement of incandescent and halogen lamps, thus eliminating compatibility issues with preinstalled dimmers. The MAX16841 prolongs the life of the LED lamps because … Read More → "Offline LED Driver for Retrofit Lamps Dims to Zero Light Intensity Without Flicker"

Telit M2M Modules Empower Ground Lab’s ‘Smart’ Social Responsibility

October 11, 2011

CTIA Enterprise & Applications 2011, Booth 435 – October 11, 2011 – Telit Wireless Solutions, the North American Technology arm of Telit Communications PLC, today announced that its cellular M2M modules are being incorporated into a variety of applications with societal and environmental benefits by progressive New York City engineering, research and development firm Read More → "Telit M2M Modules Empower Ground Lab’s ‘Smart’ Social Responsibility"

Imec produces high-quality EUV sensors for ASML’s next-generation lithography tools

October 11, 2011

Leuven, Belgium – October 11, 2011 – Imec announces that it has successfully qualified a chipset consisting of custom high-quality EUV sensor dies. These are now being integrated in ASML’s NXE:3100 EUV lithography tools in the field, improving the tools’ overlay and critical dimension (CD) tool performance. With this milestone achievement, imec confirms that its CMORE business line is ready to provide its partners with custom specialty chip solutions.

The sensors were processed according to ASML’s custom designs and specifications, with focus on superior lifetime and sensitivity to direct and high EUV … Read More → "Imec produces high-quality EUV sensors for ASML’s next-generation lithography tools"

Energy Micro awarded ISO 9001:2008 certification

October 11, 2011

Oslo, Norway, October 11th, 2011 – Energy Micro has announced it has gained ISO 9001:2008 registration of its quality management system for the design and manufacture of its range of energy friendly microcontrollers and RF radios. The certificate of registration to the quality standard was awarded to Energy Micro by the certification body Det Norske Veritas (DNV).

Zalina Shaher, Energy Micro’s VP of Operations said, “The process of ISO 9001:2008 certification gives us a great platform to comprehensively test out the way in which the existing Energy Micro Quality Management System had been designed, documented and … Read More → "Energy Micro awarded ISO 9001:2008 certification"

Altera Introduces SoC FPGAs: Integrating ARM Processor System and FPGA into 28-nm Single-Chip Solution

October 11, 2011

San Jose, Calif., October 11, 2011—Altera Corporation (Nasdaq: ALTR) today unveiled its family of ARM-based SoC FPGAs, integrating 28-nm Cyclone^® V and Read More → "Altera Introduces SoC FPGAs: Integrating ARM Processor System and FPGA into 28-nm Single-Chip Solution"

XP Power launches 50 – 150 Watt highly efficient waterproof LED drivers and power supplies

October 11, 2011

XP Power today announced the DLG series of constant voltage and constant current LED drivers aimed at a broad range of outdoor lighting, security and machine vision applications. These IP67-rated waterproof units are highly efficient, up to 90%, and generate less waste heat than competitor products resulting in an extended operating lifetime. Compliance against the IP67 specification guarantees no ingress of dust, total protection against contact with live parts and immersion in water to a depth of 1 metre.

The series covers the power ranges of 50, 75, 100 and 150 W. Across the range, models are available with constant voltage outputs … Read More → "XP Power launches 50 – 150 Watt highly efficient waterproof LED drivers and power supplies"

36VIN, ±5A Source/Sink Step-Down µModule Regulator Features Adjustable Output Current Limit

October 11, 2011

MILPITAS, CA – October 11, 2011 – Linear Technology introduces the LTM8052, a 36V input constant frequency step-down µModule® regulator with an adjustable output current limit up to 5A. The adjustable current limit helps system designers set the maximum power delivered to a load, minimizing the output rating of the upstream AC/DC or DC/DC power supply. … Read More → "36VIN, ±5A Source/Sink Step-Down µModule Regulator Features Adjustable Output Current Limit"