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2015-02 Connectors Artesyn Embedded Technologies

[Feb 22 2015] Atmel, the global leader in microcontrollers and touch solutions, has announced the next generation of radiation-resistant (rad-hard) mixed-signal application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) platforms that deliver high density solutions with superior functionality for aerospace applications. The ATMX150RHA, manufactured using a 150nm process based on insulated silicon (SOI), further expands At ...

2015-02 Sensors ams

[Feb 21 2015] Ams, a leading supplier of high-performance analog ics and sensors, introduces the TCS3490 color sensor designed for portable devices with light source type sensing that is ideal for devices operating under different light sources. The TCS3490 smart color sensor can accurately measure color and light intensity, enabling designers to achieve more refined display management and brightness control f ...

2015-02 Connectors Microsemi

[Feb 21 2015] Microsemi Corporation, a leading provider of differentiated semiconductor technology solutions in terms of power, safety, reliability and performance, has announced its flagship SmartFusion 2 SoC FPGas and IGLOO 2 FPGas The device's portfolio of leading network security features joins Intrinsic-ID, B.V licensed Physically Unclonable Function (PUF). Intrinsic-id is a world leader in secure IP core ...

2015-02 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Feb 20 2015] STMicroelectronics introduces the new SCT20N120 silicon Carbide power MOSFET transistor, whose advanced energy efficiency and superior reliability will bring technological advantages to more energy-efficient applications, including inverters for pure electric and hybrid vehicles, solar or wind power generation, energy-efficient drives, power supplies and smart grid devices. St is one of the indus ...

2015-02 Power Skyworks Solutions

[Feb 19 2015] Synopsys, a leading global provider of software, intellectual property (IP) and services to accelerate innovation in chips and electronic systems, announced the availability of its new DesignWare Medium Capacity non-volatile memory (NVM)IP products. Medium Density NVM IP fills the gap between low-capacity NVM and high-capacity flash memory without additional masks or process steps, reducing chip ...

2015-02 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Feb 18 2015] STMicroelectronics' STM32F3 series of microcontrollers is a new addition to meet market demands for high performance, innovative features and affordability. The new microcontroller's on-chip storage capacity is increased to 512KB of Flash memory (Flash) and 80KB of static random access memory (SRAM), and it integrates a wealth of peripheral interfaces, including a motor high speed controller and ...

2015-02 Power CTS

[Feb 17 2015] CSR Corporation announced the introduction of CSRmesh Home Automation, an updated version of CSRmesh™, a disruptive Bluetooth® Smart solution. CSRmesh home automation solutions are suitable for a wide range of applications, including the control of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, door locks and window sensors. CSRmesh now enables countless Bluetooth Smart sensors and actuators to easily c ...

2015-02 Connectors Infineon Technologies

[Feb 16 2015] Infineon Technologies AG and German auto parts supplier Hella Group have developed an innovative RF component for radar sensors that effectively monitors blind spots (blind spot detection) in the rear of a vehicle. The module integrates several previously separate components into a single transceiver (with both transceiver functions), saving space and cost, as well as providing better performance ...

2015-02 Connectors TDK

[Feb 15 2015] TDK is advancing the development of products with low environmental load and a balanced life cycle. This time, the product was developed without the use of halogen, which had been included as a flame retardant in the packaging resin section of laminated wire capacitors, thus enriching the product lineup. The rated voltage range of the general FG series is 6.3V ~ 630V, and the electrostatic capaci ...

2015-02 Connectors Infineon Technologies

[Feb 14 2015] Infineon Technologies AG introduces a new low saturation voltage drop VCE(sat) IGBT. This type of IGBT is optimized for the low switching frequency range of 50Hz to 20kHz. Switching frequencies in this range are commonly found in uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) as well as photovoltaic inverters and inverter welders. The new L5 series is based on TRENCHSTOP™5 thin-chip technology, which furth ...

2015-02 Power AVX

[Feb 13 2015] Avnet Technologies, Inc., a global leader in the distribution of IT solutions and a division of Avnet Corporation, announced that the company will offer its channel partner EMC's newly launched EMC(R) VSPEX(R) BLUE hyperconverged infrastructure solution. In other words, Avnet's channel partners can now design and deploy their new solutions that combine cloud and data center features in hyperconve ...

2015-02 Passive Components EPC

[Feb 12 2015] The 150 W, 8 Ω Class D Audio Amplifier Reference Design (EPC9106) from EPC uses a Bridge-Tied Load (BTL) design and includes four grounded half-bridge output power stage circuits, allowing the design to be upgraded and extended. In this system based on gallium nitride field effect transistors, we minimize or completely remove all elements that can affect the sound quality of a Class D audio syste ...