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Synopsys, TSMC and Microsoft Azure Deliver Highly Scalable Timing Signoff Flow in the Cloud

Major reduction in turnaround time for next-generation chips achieved through collaboration

June 15, 2020

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., June 15, 2020 —

Highlights:

Significant throughput gains with PrimeTime timing signoff and StarRC extraction for multi-scenario, distributed processing runs
Considerable cost savings by optimal utilization of cloud computing resources for multi-scenario analysis
Detailed whitepaper authored jointly now available on TSMC portal to jump start customers on running cloud-enabled signoff flow

ProTek Devices’ Intros Hybrid Semiconductor for AC Power Circuit Protection

The New Patent-Pending PHYTVSxxxV3 Series of Hybrid Semiconductor Technology is an Ideal Replacement to Metal Oxide Varistors in Consumer and Industrial Applications

June 15, 2020

TEMPE, Ariz. – June 15, 2020 – ProTek Devices has introduced a new patent-pending series of hybrid semiconductor components for AC power supply circuit protection in consumer and industrial applications like home appliances, industrial equipment automation controls, instrumentation, and SMART meters. The new semiconductor technology is an ideal replacement for surface mount metal oxide varistor (MOV) devices.

The PHYTVSxxxV3 series is designed to protect industrial and consumer applications where a reliable overvoltage solution with lower clamping voltage is required. Compared with a MOV, ProTek Devices’ new series of components offer a more robust product in a small … Read More → "ProTek Devices’ Intros Hybrid Semiconductor for AC Power Circuit Protection"

Cadence Collaborates with TSMC and Microsoft to Reduce Semiconductor Design Timing Signoff Schedules with the Cloud

June 15, 2020

Highlights:
-Collaboration provides an accelerated path for customers to complete timing signoff by adopting Cadence signoff solutions using TSMC technology on the Microsoft Azure cloud with the Cadence CloudBurst Platform
-Customers creating complex advanced-node designs benefit from improved productivity due to the scalable, elastic compute offered by the cloud
-Cadence Quantus Extraction Solution demonstrated near-linear scalability through 64 CPUs using multi-corner extraction
-Cadence Tempus Timing Signoff Solution demonstrated scalability on 150 machines for the fastest TAT and methods that reduce timing signoff machine costs by 2X

SAN JOSE, Calif., June 15, 2020—Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: … Read More → "Cadence Collaborates with TSMC and Microsoft to Reduce Semiconductor Design Timing Signoff Schedules with the Cloud"

Microchip Expands Adaptec SmartRAID Product Portfolio with New Entry-level Adapter

New SmartRAID 3100E RAID adapters provide over 60% performance acceleration and 40% power savings compared to existing entry-level adapter card solutions

June 15, 2020

CHANDLER, Ariz., June 15, 2020 — To support cloud, enterprise and workstation customers that require the robustness and performance of hardware RAID at an entry-level cost point, Microchip Technology Inc. (Nasdaq: MCHP) announces the Read More → "Microchip Expands Adaptec SmartRAID Product Portfolio with New Entry-level Adapter"

Ansys and Electro Magnetic Applications Partner to Deliver Design-to-Validation Workflow for Cable Harnesses

Cutting-edge simulation solution accelerates certification and system-design evaluation for cable harness models in aircraft and automobiles

June 12, 2020

PITTSBURGH, June 11, 2020 – Electro Magnetic Applications, Inc. (EMA) and Ansys (NASDAQ: ANSS) are partnering to deliver an enhanced Read More → "Ansys and Electro Magnetic Applications Partner to Deliver Design-to-Validation Workflow for Cable Harnesses"

Saelig Introduces GWInstek C-1200 Multi-Channel LoRa Tester

C-1200 is the first multi-channel LoRa-specific 1U rackmount tester for transmitter and receiver signal evaluation

June 12, 2020

Fairport, NY, USA: Saelig Company, Inc.

has introduced the GWInstek C-1200 LoRa Tester – a one-box tester that incorporates a multitude of LoRa transmit and receive tests. The C-1200 provides transmitter tests that include spectrum analysis, time domain, FEI (Frequency Error Indicator), and TOA (Time-On-Air). LoRa Receiver tests include sensitivity, BER (Bit Error Rate), and PER (Packet Error Rate). In addition to sub-GHz frequencies, the C-1200 also supports the 2.4GHz band and the FSK signal test. Users can easily edit the transmitted test payloads. Receiving data formats supported include binary/HEX, and ASCII code, which allows … Read More →

CEA-Leti Researchers Break Throughput Record for LiFi Communications Using Single GaN Blue Micro-Light-Emitting Diode

Data-Transmission Rate of 7.7 Gbps Positions LiFi as Possible Replacement for WiFi with Further R&D and Industrial Standardization to Ensure Interoperability of Systems

June 12, 2020

GRENOBLE, France – June 11, 2020 – CEA-Leti today announced its researchers have broken the throughput world record of 5.1 Gbps in visible light communications (VLC) using a single GaN blue micro- light-emitting diode (LED). Their data transmission rate of 7.7 Gbps achieved with a 10 µm microLED marks another step toward commercialization and widespread use of LiFi communication.

VLC, commonly called LiFi (short for “light fidelity”), is an emerging wireless communication system that offers an alternative or a complementary technology to radio frequency (RF) systems such as WiFi and 5G. It is considered to be a promising technology for … Read More → "CEA-Leti Researchers Break Throughput Record for LiFi Communications Using Single GaN Blue Micro-Light-Emitting Diode"

Vicon Launches AI Based Edge Device Analytics for Cameras

June 12, 2020

Hauppauge, NY, June 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — – Vicon (https://www.vicon-security.com), a subsidiary of Cemtrex … Read More → "Vicon Launches AI Based Edge Device Analytics for Cameras"

Keysight Technologies to Showcase Tools for Design, Simulation and Test at Millimeter Wave Innovations Event

June 12, 2020

What:	Next-generation wireless systems are targeting a range of new capabilities including higher bandwidth, more connected devices, and low latency. Millimeter wave technology is a key enabler for this upcoming wireless revolution and Keysight solutions deliver accurate, repeatable results at ever-higher frequencies and wider bandwidths.
When:	On June 23rd, 24th and 25th, Keysight will offer training courses and virtual demonstrations of advanced tools for design, simulation, and test: June 23rd: Keysight’s emerging mmWave Applications … Read More → "Keysight Technologies to Showcase Tools for Design, Simulation and Test at Millimeter Wave Innovations Event"

New Development Box for Atmel C21 Applications

June 12, 2020

Houston, Texas 11 June 2020 – Embedded Environments Co. has announced a collaboration with Spectrum Digital, Inc. to develop the AppBox C21 with AppIO Novos Module. The product is a powerful evaluation and development tool for embedded applications using the Atmel ATSAMC21J18A, incorporating the Arm Cortex M0+ microcontroller. Spectrum Digital, Inc. is a Microchip Authorized Design Partner.

The AppBox C21 with the AppIO Novos Module has three main uses: evaluation, development and education. Running at 48 MHz, it provides a quick way of … Read More → "New Development Box for Atmel C21 Applications"