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Infineon launches PSOC™ 4 HVPA-SPM 1.0 – bringing intelligence to automotive battery management systems to enable zonal architectures

November 13, 2025

Munich, Germany – 13 November 2025 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) introduces the PSOC™ 4 HVPA-SPM 1.0, an advanced microcontroller designed for high-voltage Li-ion battery management in electric vehicles (xEVs). The microcontroller combines precision, safety, and programmability, while supporting zonal architectures and the transition to Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs). To maximize its impact, Infineon is partnering with Munich Electrification, a leading provider of innovative battery management software. Together, they deliver advanced and cost-efficient Battery Management System ( … Read More → "Infineon launches PSOC™ 4 HVPA-SPM 1.0 – bringing intelligence to automotive battery management systems to enable zonal architectures"

Renesas’ Industry-First Gen6 DDR5 Registered Clock Driver Sets Performance Benchmark by Delivering 9600 MT/s

New RCD sampling now to select customers
November 12, 2025

TOKYO, Japan, November 12, 2025 ― Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced that it has delivered the industry’s first sixth-generation Registered Clock Driver (RCD) for DDR5 Registered Dual In-line Memory Modules (RDIMMs). The new RCD is the first to achieve a data rate of 9600 Mega Transfers Per Second (MT/s), surpassing the industry standard. This breakthrough marks a significant leap from the 8800 MT/s performance of Renesas’ Gen5 RCD, setting a new standard for memory interface performance in data center servers.

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TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Announces TK-SR Rhodium Material for Use in Probe Pins

The world's first rhodium material to simultaneously offer high strength, elasticity hardness, and electrical conductivity
November 12, 2025

Tokyo, Japan, Nov. 12, 2025 – TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd., an industrial precious metals organization, has announced the development of TK-SR, a rhodium (Rh) material for probe pins used in probe cards during the front-end processes of semiconductor package manufacturing. This first of its kind product will be exhibited on display at Booth 506 and panel displays at SWTest Asia 2025 from November 20 to November 21 … Read More → "TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Announces TK-SR Rhodium Material for Use in Probe Pins"

Advancing Zonal Architecture with 10BASE-T1S Endpoints for Smarter Remote Connectivity

Microchip’s LAN866x 10BASE-T1S endpoint devices help eliminate the need to write software for network nodes
November 12, 2025

CHANDLER, Ariz., November 12, 2025 — As the automotive industry transitions to zonal architectures for in-vehicle networking, designers face increasing challenges in connecting a growing number of sensors and actuators. Traditional approaches often rely on microcontrollers and custom software for each network node, resulting in greater system complexity, higher costs and longer development cycles. To overcome these obstacles, Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) introduces its Read More → "Advancing Zonal Architecture with 10BASE-T1S Endpoints for Smarter Remote Connectivity"

SPARK Microsystems Unveils Development Kit Harnessing Advanced Presence Detection Capabilities at Ultra-Low Power

New presence detection kit equips designers, integrators and OEMs to speed time to market with superior wireless connectivity for real-time positioning applications
November 12, 2025
Montreal, Canada, November 12, 2025 — SPARK Microsystems, a Canadian fabless semiconductor company specializing in next-generation short-range wireless communications, today announced a new presence detection kit (PDK) that enables designers to break the barriers of legacy wireless connectivity for next-generation smart devices with advanced presence detection capabilities.
Presence-aware IoT devices for applications spanning healthcare, industry, construction, access control and beyond are compromised by significant power consumption and battery life challenges imposed by Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless platforms. These platforms also suffer from heavy interference in congested environments with multiple active devices and overlapping signal sources, undermining reliability and … Read More → "SPARK Microsystems Unveils Development Kit Harnessing Advanced Presence Detection Capabilities at Ultra-Low Power"

New Vishay Intertechnology Silicon PIN Photodiode Delivers Smaller Size and Enhanced Sensitivity for Biomedical Applications

Device Offers Large Sensitive Area of 2.8 mm² and High Light Current to 16 μA in Compact 3.2 mm by 2.0 mm by 0.6 mm Form Factor
November 12, 2025

MALVERN, Pa. — Nov. 12, 2025 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today broadens its optoelectronics portfolio with the introduction of a new high speed silicon PIN photodiode with enhanced sensitivity to visible and infrared light. Featuring a compact 3.2 mm by 2.0 mm top-view, surface-mount package with a low 0.6 mm profile, the Vishay Semiconductors VEMD8083 features high reverse light current and fast response times for improved performance in biomedical applications such as heart rate and blood oxygen monitoring.

The device released today offers a smaller form factor than previous-generation solutions, allowing for integration into compact wearables, such as smart rings, and consumer … Read More → "New Vishay Intertechnology Silicon PIN Photodiode Delivers Smaller Size and Enhanced Sensitivity for Biomedical Applications"

STMicroelectronics unveils e-fuse automotive smart switch for protection, power saving, and functional safety

November 12, 2025

Geneva, Switzerland, November 12, 2025 — STMicroelectronics’ VNF1248F automotive e-fuse MOSFET controller combines ST’s fast-acting, advanced e-fuse features for harness protection and enhanced flexibility, enabling power saving and advanced performance in automotive functional-safety systems. A new addition to the STi2Fuse family, the Read More → "STMicroelectronics unveils e-fuse automotive smart switch for protection, power saving, and functional safety"

Posifa Technologies Introduces New PMF82000 Series Mass Air Flow Sensors for Medical and Industrial Devices

MEMS Sensors Deliver Accurate Low-Flow Performance, Fast Response, and Low Pressure Drop for Tighter Control
November 12, 2025

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Nov. 12, 2025 — Posifa Technologies today introduced its new PMF82000 series mass air flow sensors, combining accurate low-flow measurement with fast electrical response and a low pressure drop to help designers improve control loops and extend battery life in compact systems. The devices provide both analog and digital outputs in a small, robust package that integrates easily into oxygen delivery, respiratory care, and other flow-measurement applications.

The PMF82000 series leverages Posifa’s thermal flow sensing technology for repeatable, precise readings across the range, with accuracy specified at 1 % of full scale from 0 % to 25 % FS and 4 % of reading … Read More → "Posifa Technologies Introduces New PMF82000 Series Mass Air Flow Sensors for Medical and Industrial Devices"

Essential DIN-Rail power supplies for cost-efficient automation designs

November 12, 2025

November 10, 2025

TDK Corporation (TSE 6762) announces the introduction of the single-phase D1SE series to TDK-Lambda’s extensive range of DIN-rail mount power supplies. This entry-range series comes with an AC and DC input and is optimised for essential functionality, without compromising on performance or quality. The products are rated for continuous operation at 120W, 240W or 480W with a 24V output. With efficiencies of up to 95.1%, energy consumption and internal losses are reduced, lowering internal component temperatures and enhancing long-term product reliability.

Equipped with push-in wire terminations, the cost-effective … Read More → "Essential DIN-Rail power supplies for cost-efficient automation designs"

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