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Analog Devices Introduces AD9653 Four-channel Analog-to-Digital Converter

Ken Cheung — Wed, 16 May 2012 18:21:52 +0000

Analog Devices announced the AD9653 four-channel high-speed ADC. The AD9653 is a quad, 16-bit, 125 MSPS analog-to-digital converter. It features an on-chip sample-and-hold circuit designed for low cost, low power, small size, and ease of use. The product operates at a conversion rate of up to 125 MSPS and is optimized for high performance and low power in applications where a small package size is critical. The AD9653-125 (77.5 dBFS @ 70 MHz, 125 MSPS) is available now in a 48-pin LFCSP non-magnetic package (PB-free). It is priced at $250 each in 1,000 units quantities.

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Cadence Announces NVM Express Interface Subsystem for PCI Express-based SSDs

Ken Cheung — Tue, 15 May 2012 17:54:53 +0000

Cadence Design Systems introduced a new full-featured NVM Express interface subsystem. It is the industry’s first IP subsystem for the development of SoCs that support the NVM Express 1.0c standard, which is an interface technology used for solid-state drives (SSD). With Cadence’s IP subsystem, SoC designers do not need to source their interface component IP separately and drive integration on their own. The new subsystem approach decreases design risk and overall development time for new SoCs.

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Dane-Elec Announces mySSD Solid-State Drives for Embedded Computing

Ken Cheung — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:33:32 +0000

Dane-Elec announced the new mySSD O-Series of solid-state drives. The mySSD O-Series is designed for high-threat and unpredictable environments in which durability and reliability are essential. The Flash-based SSD drives are available now. They are ideal for for mission-critical applications such as military, public safety, utility, homeland security, and mining applications as well as mobile workers in outdoor environment field services in which failure is not an option.

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Researchers Reduce Temperature of GaN Transistors by 20 Degrees

Ken Cheung — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:17:30 +0000

A research team at the University of California, Riverside Bourns College of Engineering have made a breakthrough in thermal management of Gallium Nitride (GaN) power transistors. The research group demonstrated that hot spots in GaN transistors can be lowered by as much 20 degrees Celsius through the introduction of alternative heat-escaping channels implemented with graphene multilayers. Gallium Nitride is used in wireless applications because of its high efficiency and high voltage operation. However, GaN electronics generate a lot of heat that, until now, has been difficult to remove quickly.

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RSoft Design Group Acquired by Synopsys

Ken Cheung — Tue, 08 May 2012 23:27:08 +0000

Synopsys has acquired privately held RSoft Design Group. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. RSoft Design Group is a leader in photonics design automation software. Industries there serve include optical communication, optoelectronics and semiconductor manufacturing. RSoft also offers design tools for passive and active optoelectronics components and subsystems as well as advanced electromagnetic modeling software for optical metrology and lithography. RSoft Design Group is headquartered in Ossining, New York.

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Libelium Launches 3G Module for Arduino Platform

Ken Cheung — Tue, 08 May 2012 18:23:23 +0000

Libelium introduced a 3G module for the Arduino platform. The 3G shield for Arduino enables the connectivity to high speed WCDMA and HSPA cellular networks. It features transfers up to 7.2Mbps, which is 20 times faster than with GPRS technology. The module also includes an internal GPS that enables the location of any Arduino both outdoors and indoors, combining standard positioning data from satellites with mobile cell triangulation in the assisted mobile mode (A-GPS).

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ALT Develops New LED Lamp Driver Solution with No Reactive Components

Ken Cheung — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:19:51 +0000

Advanced Lighting Technologies introduced a new LED lamp driver solution. The LED driver is highly efficiency and highly reliable. According to ALT, their solution is essentially an AC LED Light Engine because it consists of an LED array and a tiny 8-pin or 16-pin chip. There are no other parts, except for two wires for connecting to the AC outlet. The ALT LED solution does have any bulky components like capacitors, coils or EMI filters.

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Ecospan Announces Closed-loop Reuse and Recycling Model for Electronics Companies

Ken Cheung — Thu, 03 May 2012 17:08:22 +0000

Thanks to Ecospan, electronics companies can now replace petroleum-based plastic material used to make personal electronics with plant based bioplastics. With their regrind and reuse model, companies can reduce their use of petroleum based plastics in manufacturing and put a more sustainable supply chain in place. Ecospan is the first company to make bioplastics applications possible across multiple industries with whole solutions for reducing or replacing petroleum-based plastics across the supply chain.

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WinSystems Debuts ISM-TRM-ISO-IN, ISM-TRM-ISO-OUT Optically Isolated Signal Conditioning Modules

Ken Cheung — Wed, 02 May 2012 15:22:28 +0000

WinSystems announced the ISM-TRM-ISO-IN and ISM-TRM-ISO-OUT optically isolated signal conditioning and termination boards. The ISM-TRM-ISO-IN features 24 lines of optically isolated and digitally debounced inputs to provide easy connections and signal conditioning from field wiring. The ISM-TRM-ISO-OUT offers 24 lines of optically isolated outputs. The ISM-TRM-ISO-IN is priced at $209 each and the ISM-TRM-ISO-OUT is priced at $149 each. The boards are ideal for OEM embedded computer system designers.

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Data Translation Unveils DT9838 Strain- and Bridge-Based USB Measurement Module

Ken Cheung — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:01:25 +0000

Data Translation introduced their DT9838 strain- and bridge-based measurement module for USB. The DT9838 is available installed in a metal connection box with RJ50 connectors, or as board-level OEM version. It will be available for shipment in July. The DT9838 is priced at $1,795 and the DT9838-OEM is priced at $1,745. It is ideal for real time test and measurement in applications like high speed mechanical tests, in-vehicle testing, and on-site impact measurements.

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Radicom Research Launches RB1000 Embedded Bluetooth Modules

Ken Cheung — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:46:10 +0000

Radicom Research introduced the RB1000 family of embedded Bluetooth modules for OEM’s. There are two platforms available: RB1000 and RB1000HM. The RB1000 is a surface mount PCB module with on-board antenna. The RB1000HM is a DIP, through-hole module. The RB1000 and RB1000HM single-mode Bluetooth modules are now available. Prices start at $9 in quantity of 1,000 each for the RB1000. The Radicom embedded Bluetooth modules are ideal for watches, AMR, medical sensors, mice, TV remote controls and fitness trainers.

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StarChip Samples SCF335H SIM Controllers

Ken Cheung — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 17:29:12 +0000

StarChip rolled out their SCF335H SIM controllers. The StarChip SCF335H is the company’s first product in a new generation of SIM controllers family. Compared to the previous generation of StarChip SIM controllers, the SCF335H reduces cost by 30%. The StarChip SCF335H SIM controller is available now for sampling in DIL, Card or wafer form.

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Microchip Introduces MCP3911 Energy Measurement Analog Front End IC

Ken Cheung — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 17:22:36 +0000

Microchip Technology introduced the MCP3911 energy-measurement analog front end (AFE). The Microchip MCP3911 AFE features two 24-bit, delta-sigma ADCs that operate at 3V with an accuracy of 94.5 dB SINAD and 106.5 dB THD. The Microchip MCP3911 analog front end IC is available now for samples and volume production in 20-pin SSOP and QFN packages. Prices range from $1.40 to $1.43 each in 5,000-unit quantities.

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SEMATECH Presents Research Papers at VLSI-TSA Symposium

Ken Cheung — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:09:09 +0000

SEMATECH recently presented nine research papers at the International VLSI Technology, System and Applications Symposium (VLSI-TSA). The SEMATECH researchers reported on innovative materials and new transistor structures to address key aspects of transistor performance, power, and cost. The white papers outlined leading-edge research in high-k/metal gate (HKMG) materials, resistive RAM (RRAM) memory, and planar and non-planar CMOS technologies.

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VIA Labs Introduces VL812 USB 3.0 Hub Controller

Ken Cheung — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:18:46 +0000

VIA Labs introduced their VL812 USB 3.0 Hub Controller. The VIA Labs VL812 features four ports, a new low-power design and an integrated 5V DC-DC switching regulator. The single-chip solution reduces BOM by offering high power efficiency and greater system integration. The third generation USB 3.0 hub controller is available now. The VL812 is ideal for stand-alone hubs, USB Docking, integrated motherboard, and compound device applications.

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Vishay Debuts TSMP6000, TSMP77000 Infrared Receivers for Universal 3D TV Glasses

Ken Cheung — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:12:16 +0000

Vishay Intertechnology introduced their TSMP6000 and TSMP77000 infrared (IR) receivers for universal 3D TV glasses. The TSMP6000 and TSMP77000 are surface-mount IR receivers designed to receive any infrared signal used for 3D TV synchronization. This capability simplifies the design of universal 3D TV eyewear. Samples of the Vishay TSMP6000 and TSMP77000 are available now. Production orders have a lead time of six to eight weeks. The chips are priced at$1 per unit in 1,000-piece quantities.

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Roving Networks Acquired by Microchip Technology

Ken Cheung — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:34:33 +0000

Microchip Technology has acquired Roving Networks. Their easy-to-use solutions are tailor made for embedded applications, and broaden the range of wireless connectivity options to help engineers enable their products. The terms of the deal were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive on a non-GAAP basis.

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Mentor Graphics, Stonestreet One Integrate Bluetopia Protocol Stack with Nucleus RTOS

Ken Cheung — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 16:24:53 +0000

Mentor Graphics and Stonestreet One teamed together to integrate the Nucleus Real Time Operating System (RTOS) with the Bluetopia protocol stack. Seamless integrating Stonestreet One’s Bluetopia with Mentor’s Nucleus RTOS will enable developers to create innovative products for low power and connectivity with ease and reliability.

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Texas Instruments Introduces LM48903 Stereo Class D Spatial Array IC

Ken Cheung — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 15:33:47 +0000

Texas Instruments announced the LM48903 stereo Class D spatial array. The LM48903 is an integrated circuit (IC) that converts a smartphone or tablet computer’s narrow soundstage into a much wider and exciting audio experience for consumers. The TI LM48903 is available now in a 30-bump, 2.7-mm x 3.2-mm micro SMD package. Suggested retail pricing is $1.75 in 1,000-unit quantities.

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Mentor Graphics to Open Source BridgePoint UML Editor

Ken Cheung — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 15:35:55 +0000

Mentor Graphics will place the front-end UML editor of their BridgePoint xtUML environment into the open source domain. The availability of BridgePoint as an open source editor will enable the industry’s movement from static UML diagrams and paper-based processes to executable model-driven flows. Over time, Mentor Graphics expects the BridgePoint open source UML editor to become the de facto standard for UML trainers and educators.

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Protecode Offers QuickAudit to Catch Illegal Use of Open Source and Third Party Code

Ken Cheung — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 18:21:02 +0000

Protecode is offering a new service called QuickAudit. The Protecode service audits code for small projects of 5,000 software files or less. Depending on the number of files, Protecode’s streamlined audit can be completed in as little as five days. This speeds up the quality review process because a code audit is often one of the last steps in the quality assurance process reviewed by a company.

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JEDEC to Standardize Non-Volatile Wireless Memory

Ken Cheung — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:53:30 +0000

JEDEC’s JC-64 Committee for Embedded Memory Storage and Removable Memory Cards is forming a subcommittee focused on the standardization of non-volatile wireless memory. The JC-64.9 Subcommittee for Wireless Memory will be chaired by Nokia and vice-chaired by Micron Technology and Samsung Semiconductor. JEDEC Solid State Technology Association is the global leader in standards development for the microelectronics industry.

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WinSystems Introduces PPM-DC-ATX PC/104-Plus DC/DC Power Supply

Ken Cheung — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:11:27 +0000

WinSystems introduced the PPM-DC-ATX power supply. The PC/104-Plus DC/DC power supply is ideal for PC/104, EPIC, and EBX single board computers that support ATX power controls. The PPM-DC-ATX features a wide voltage input range from 10 to 50 volts, which allows the unit to operate with 12, 24, or 48 volt battery-operated or distributed DC power systems. The WinSystems PPM-DC-ATX power supply is available now for $249.

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MIT Research Team Speeds Chips with Internet Technology

Ken Cheung — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:18:51 +0000

Li-Shiuan Peh, an associate professor of electrical engineering and computer science at MIT, will present a paper at the 2012 Design Automation Conference in June. Peh and her colleagues will present a paper that summarizes ten years of research on networks on chip. In the paper, the researcher team established theoretical limits on the efficiency of packet-switched on-chip communication networks. In addition, they also presented measurements performed on a test chip in which they came very close to reaching several of those limits.

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NI Unveils Data Dashboard for LabVIEW Apps for iPhone, iPad, Android

Ken Cheung — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 18:25:14 +0000

National Instruments introduced Data Dashboard for LabVIEW mobile apps. The apps for iPhone, iPad and Android devices help engineers integrate the latest mobile technology into their applications. The NI Data Dashboard for LabVIEW mobile apps help engineers access measurement data from data acquisition and embedded monitoring systems. The new apps combine the portability, ease of use, faster start-up time and longer battery longevity of mobile devices with the power of LabVIEW.

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Electronic Design Automation Revenue Grew by 12.8% in Fourth Quarter

Ken Cheung — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:56:27 +0000

According to the EDA Consortium Market Statistics Service, revenue for the electronic design automation industry grew to $1700.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2011. This is an increase of 12.8% compared to the fourth quarter of 2010 ($1507.7 million). Revenue continued to grow in CAE, IC Physical Design and Verification, SIP, and Services compared to the fourth quarter of 2010. Geographically, the Americas, Europe/Middle East/Africa, and Asia/Pacific posted double-digit increases.

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Suprema Introduces FaceStation Face Recognition Terminal

Ken Cheung — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:26:32 +0000

Suprema introduced their FaceStation face recognition terminal. FaceStation is an IP based biometric access control terminal. It features facial recognition technology that identifies individuals from their facial image features. FaceStation is the fastest face recognition access control terminal with patented adaptive IR illumination technology. Suprema is a provider of biometric technology and identity management solutions.

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UMC Certifies Synopsys StarRC Parasitic Extraction Solution for 28nm Process

Ken Cheung — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15:30:28 +0000

UMC has certified Synopsys’ StarRC parasitic extraction solution for their latest 28-nanometer (nm) process technologies. UMC’s validation of StarRC extends the benefits of Synopsys’ state-of-the-art process modeling and extraction technology to UMC’s 28-nanometer customers. This enables engineers to deliver high-performance 28-nanometer devices to market with increased confidence.

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Wireless Innovation Forum Issues Call for Contributions

Ken Cheung — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 15:39:09 +0000

The Wireless Innovation Forum (SDR Forum version 2.0) has issued a call for contributions for the Open Source Framework for Commercial Baseband Software. The project focuses on reducing cost and time to market in deploying 3G and 4G, 3G+ systems, including: Fixed WiMAX (802.16d), Mobile WiMAX (802.16e), WiMAX-Advanced (802.16m), LTE (3GPP Release 8) and LTE-Advanced (3GPP Release 10). The Wireless Innovation Forum is a non-profit organization dedicated to driving the future of radio communications and systems worldwide.

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LynuxWorks, Fritz and TransLattice Create S.E.C.U.R.E Cloud Platform

Ken Cheung — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:58:17 +0000

LynuxWorks, TransLattice and Fritz Technologies teamed together to create a new platform for building cloud deployments in sensitive environments. The new platform is called S.E.C.U.R.E., which is short for Secure, Enterprise, Cross-Domain, Unified, Resilient Environment. The new S.E.C.U.R.E. platform solution is ideal for situations requiring secure hosting of applications, geographic redundancy of applications and data, and secure cross-domain transfer of information.

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