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Ultra Librarian and RS Components partner to incorporate a CAD component library into DesignSpark

Rochester, NY and London, UK, (February 15, 2022)—Ultra Librarian®, (ultralibrarian.com) the world’s largest CAD library provider, and RS Components (RS), a trading brand of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), … Read More → "Ultra Librarian and RS Components partner to incorporate a CAD component library into DesignSpark"

Infineon expands commitment to quantum computing and takes part in six new research projects

Munich, Germany – 15 February 2022 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) is strengthening its commitment to the development of quantum computing technologies in Germany and Europe. In addition to previously established initiatives and partnerships the chip manufacturer is participating in six additional research projects which are being funded as part of the German federal government’s economic stimulus package for the future of quantum technologies. In partnership with research institutes and partners in industry, Infineon will contribute its expertise in microelectronics … Read More → "Infineon expands commitment to quantum computing and takes part in six new research projects"

Flex Power Modules’ BMR510 two-phase Voltage Regulator Module

Two-phase VRM power stage
• 40 A per phase continuous current
• 70 A per phase peak current
• 4.5-16V input
• 0.5-1.3 V output
• Designed for AI applications

Flex Power Modules is announcing the BMR510, its first two-phase voltage regulator module, with a continuous total output current of 80 A and capable of delivering a total of 140 A peak output at 0.5-1.3 V from an input of 4.5-16 V. At less than 0.7 cm3 (10 x 9 x 7.6 mm) the module provides a complete power stage, including magnetics, for a highly-specified voltage regulator module in space-constrained applications. Target end-use is … Read More → "Flex Power Modules’ BMR510 two-phase Voltage Regulator Module"

Rigetti Computing Announces Commercial Availability of 80-Qubit Aspen-M System and Results of CLOPS Speed Tests

BERKELEY, Calif., Feb. 15, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rigetti Holdings, Inc. (“Rigetti”), a pioneer in hybrid quantum-classical computing, today announced the commercial availability of its 80-qubit quantum system, Aspen-M. The system is available today to the company’s direct and distribution customers through Rigetti Quantum Cloud Services (QCS). Rigetti also Read More → "Rigetti Computing Announces Commercial Availability of 80-Qubit Aspen-M System and Results of CLOPS Speed Tests"

element14 Announces Winners of Annual Community Awards

Chicago – February 15, 2022: element14.com, an Avnet community, has announced the winners of its annual Community Awards, where top innovators, designers and engineers are celebrated across multiple categories.

The awards highlight the incredible work being done on element14. … Read More → "element14 Announces Winners of Annual Community Awards"

TDK introduces InvenSense Product Longevity Program

• InvenSense’s Product Longevity Program applies to MEMS sensors for both automotive and industrial applications
• Products in the Product Longevity Program have higher accuracy and stability, performance resiliency, and a long-term supply

February 15, 2022

TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) announces the InvenSense Product Longevity Program (PLP), committing long term availability of high-performance sensors for both automotive and industrial applications. This program applies to all SmartIndustrial™ components and all newly introduced SmartAutomotive™ components. It targets industries with long design cycles and operational life, and it guarantees OEMs sustainable long-term manufacturing of their products.

This longevity program … Read More → "TDK introduces InvenSense Product Longevity Program"

Silicon Catalyst welcomes Imagination Technologies as an In-Kind Partner

Silicon Valley, CA and London, UK – 14th February 2022 – Silicon Catalyst, the world’s only incubator focused exclusively on accelerating semiconductor solutions, and Imagination Technologies, a leading supplier of cutting-edge, power-efficient and flexible graphics processors (GPU) and neural network accelerator (NNA) IP, today announced joining the Silicon Catalyst In-Kind Partner (IKP) program.
Imagination Technologies has over 20 years of experience in designing and licensing market-leading and proven IP processor solutions. The compute, graphics and AI intellectual property (IP) from Imagination delivers security, high-performance and low power consumption in the smallest silicon area. By joining as an IKP, … Read More → "Silicon Catalyst welcomes Imagination Technologies as an In-Kind Partner"

New Vishay Intertechnology High Power IR Emitters Deliver 30 % Higher Radiant Intensity in 20 % Smaller Footprint

MALVERN, Pa., Feb. 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today broadened its optoelectronics portfolio with the release of six new 850 nm and 940 nm high power infrared (IR) emitters that deliver best in class radiant intensity in 3.4 mm by 3.4 mm surface-mount packages. Built on Vishay’s SurfLight™ surface emitter chip technology, the Vishay Semiconductors devices are designed for high drive currents up to 1.5 A DC and 5 A pulsed in industrial and consumer applications.

Featuring a double-stack chip, the IR emitters released today provide high radiant intensity up to 6,000 mW/sr at a 5 A pulse current. 30 % … Read More → "New Vishay Intertechnology High Power IR Emitters Deliver 30 % Higher Radiant Intensity in 20 % Smaller Footprint"

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