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RS Components hosts live STEM learning sessions on Facebook

July 8, 2020

Fort Worth, Tex., July 8, 2020 – RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), a global omni-channel solutions partner for industrial customers and suppliers, has launched a series of streaming STEM education and inspiration sessions, as part of its Grass Roots at RS program. The series delivers aspirational online sessions to encourage innovative thinking and feed students’ creativity and can serve as a supplement to RS Components’ existing Imagine-X virtual STEM education modules.

‘Friends of RS’ is a four-part series of Facebook Watch parties presented by a selection of inspirational young engineers, … Read More → "RS Components hosts live STEM learning sessions on Facebook"

STMicroelectronics Introduces Zigbee 3.0 Support for STM32WB Wireless Microcontrollers

July 8, 2020

Geneva, July 8, 2020 – STMicroelectronics has added Zigbee^® 3.0, based on Zigbee PRO protocol stack support to STM32WB55 wireless microcontrollers, enabling STM32 developers to leverage the interoperability and power-saving features of Zigbee networking for projects such as home automation, smart-lighting, smart-building, and broader IoT connectivity.

Zigbee 3.0 unifies the features of Zigbee specifications for consumer and industrial applications, a move that has driven major consumer and Internet brands to choose Zigbee connectivity for new smart-home products. A long-term supporter of Zigbee technology, ST is a member of the Zigbee Alliance board of directors, a council member of the … Read More → "STMicroelectronics Introduces Zigbee 3.0 Support for STM32WB Wireless Microcontrollers"

TE Connectivity introduces PCON 12 for easy connections within tight design configurations

July 8, 2020

BERWYN, Pa. – July 8, 2020 – TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity and sensors, knows it can get hot within the tight spaces of heavy-duty vehicles, and every connection counts when it comes to the productivity and reliability across the industrial and commercial transportation (ICT) market. To help, TE is introducing the PCON 12 one-position 90-degree unsealed connector, a unique and new power connection solution, as part of its extensive product portfolio of unsealed connectors for inside cabin applications.

Made out of flame-retardant material, the PCON 12 connector is the perfect solution for supporting in-cabin power … Read More → "TE Connectivity introduces PCON 12 for easy connections within tight design configurations"

videantis Processor Platform Adopted for TEMPO Neuromorphic Edge AI Chip

July 7, 2020

July 7, 2020, Hannover, Germany – videantis GmbH, a leading supplier of deep learning, computer vision and video coding solutions, today announced the adoption of its next-generation digital AI multi-core processor platform and toolflow for a neuromorphic mixed-signal edge AI chip. The development is part of the European TEMPO project and targets several autonomous driving use cases. TEMPO stands for “Technology & hardware for nEuromorphic coMPuting” and is an ECSEL JU innovation project supported by the EU Horizon 2020 programme.

Together with the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS, Infineon, Valeo, InnoSenT and other leading European companies and universities, … Read More → "videantis Processor Platform Adopted for TEMPO Neuromorphic Edge AI Chip"

Renesas Advanced Automotive SoC Adopted by Continental for Its Body High-Performance Computer

July 7, 2020

Düsseldorf, July 7, 2020 ― Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE:6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced that Continental has adopted Renesas’ high-performance Renesas R-Car M3 System-on-Chip (SoC) for its first-generation Body High-Performance Computer (HPC). The HPC is an automotive computing platform that provides centralized control of vehicle systems and is equipped with secure gateway functionality to enable cloud service connectivity.

The R-Car M3 supports over-the-air (OTA) software updates with the highest level of security and functional safety, making it possible to centrally control automotive software updates. The R-Car M3 also contributes to the realization of … Read More → "Renesas Advanced Automotive SoC Adopted by Continental for Its Body High-Performance Computer"

KEMET Introduces Three New Series of Film Capacitors for Rapidly Expanding Green Energy and Automotive Applications

July 7, 2020

Fort Lauderdale, Fla., July 7, 2020 – KEMET, a subsidiary of Ya-geo Corporation, a leading global supplier of electronic components, today announces three new series of metallized polypropylene dielectric film capacitors: C44U-M, C44P-R, and R75H. Constructed with an aluminum canister design, both the C44U-M and C44P-R power film series address the increasing demand for high-power conversion systems in green energy and industrial applications. These capacitors also support power conversion in en-ergy storage systems, IGBT and wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductor devices. The R75H se-ries, a radial box pulse capacitor, is similar in that it supports these applications, … Read More → "KEMET Introduces Three New Series of Film Capacitors for Rapidly Expanding Green Energy and Automotive Applications"

JLQ Technology Selects Synopsys DesignWare IP to Accelerate Development of Next-Generation SoCs

July 7, 2020

Synopsys, Inc. (Nasdaq: SNPS) today announced that JLQ Technology Co., Ltd. has selected Synopsys DesignWare^® Interface IP to accelerate development of its new generation of high-performance, low-power systems-on-chips (SoCs) for a range of applications. JLQ chose Synopsys’ silicon-proven DesignWare IP, including USB, MIPI, DDR, and more, due to Synopsys’ established track record of providing high-quality IP solutions that have enabled JLQ to deliver the best combination of performance, power, and area for their target applications. JLQ Technology develops mobile chips and solutions, as well as SoCs for intelligent IoT products including smart cameras, smart players, and industrial … Read More → "JLQ Technology Selects Synopsys DesignWare IP to Accelerate Development of Next-Generation SoCs"

RS Components joins forces with VEX Robotics to set summer STEM coding challenge

July 7, 2020

LONDON, UK, 7 July 2020 – RS Components (RS), a trading brand of Electrocomponents plc (LSE: ECM), a global omni-channel solutions partner for industrial customers and suppliers, has paired up with educational robotics systems provider VEX Robotics to launch its latest STEM initiative for 8- to 16-year olds.

The online challenge tasks students with writing code to enable a virtual robot to deliver ingredients to a production line in a virtual crisp factory. The virtual robot requires students to code its movement, and sensors help it to navigate around the factory floor and to collect and release containers for the … Read More → "RS Components joins forces with VEX Robotics to set summer STEM coding challenge"

Medical Device PCB Standard Reaches New Milestone, Aims for Late Summer Industrial Launch

July 6, 2020

Recently the IPC 6012 Medical Device Addendum reached a new milestone, passing the ballot after Industry review.

“We are extremely content with this step forward, moving us closer to industry launch. The development of PCB standards is in general a time consuming process, the one for the Medical Addendum is no exception”, says Elmaticas Chair of the Medical Addendum Task group, Jan Pedersen.

In 2016 Elmatica initiated a task group for Medical Applications. IPC accepted the challenge and founded IPC-6012 and 6013 Medical Addendum with Jan Pedersen as Chair.

Read More → "Medical Device PCB Standard Reaches New Milestone, Aims for Late Summer Industrial Launch"

Compact, Rugged Power System Provides Reliable Charging in Remote Locations

July 6, 2020

July 2020 – Elma Electronic has developed an advanced, rugged power system for use in mission-critical field applications deployed in harsh environments. The new RP24 Power System incorporates reinforced insulation to meet IEC Class II requirements, eliminating the need for a ground connection.

The compact size of the 1000W AC/DC power supply makes it ideal for use as a 24VDC supply for field-deployed radios and other communications equipment as well as to supply auxiliary DC power to air and ground vehicles in harsh environments.

Markus Van Arx, Director Systems for Elma Electronic, noted, “In … Read More → "Compact, Rugged Power System Provides Reliable Charging in Remote Locations"

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