Technology Articles

2016-01 Semiconductors ON Semiconductor

[Jan 23 2016] ON Semiconductor introduces a new family of image coprocessors that enable high dynamic range (HDR)1080p automotive camera systems. The new AP020x family of coprocessors is designed to combine the company's high-performance 2 megapixel and 1.2 megapixel image sensors to provide a fully integrated automotive rear-view and panoramic reverse camera solution. Sandor Barna, vice president of Automotiv ...

2016-01 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Jan 23 2016] STMicroelectronics introduces the industry's first AEC-Q100 certified 2Mbit EEPROM chip, providing more application opportunities for complex automotive system module storage and management parameters. Improving the power conversion efficiency and environmental performance of a hybrid, electric, or heavy-duty truck engine requires extensive use of a variety of parameters, including air intake, fu ...

2016-01 Connectors Molex

[Jan 22 2016] Molex introduces the ML-XTa Sealed Connection system, a highly reliable safety sealing solution that minimizes electrical failures in harsh commercial vehicle applications while saving assembly costs for original equipment manufacturers and harness manufacturers. The ML-XT system complies with IP68 protection and withstands J2030 power flushing. It features a one-piece plug housing and seal desig ...

2016-01 Power Molex

[Jan 22 2016] Molex Corporation announced the start of the supply of Woodhead LED wide area portable magnetic lamps in wet environment grade. This highly durable solution provides contractors as well as maintenance, manufacturing and quality control personnel with lamps that consume only 40 watts of power to reach a brightness of 2,700 lumens and have a lifetime of up to 50,000 hours. Compared to traditional l ...

2016-01 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Jan 21 2016] STMicroelectronics introduces a new generation of electronic tunable capacitors for smartphones. The new product successfully increases the tuning ratio and maximizes data download speed and call quality. St's STPTIC capacitors correct for the effects of changing matching conditions, ensuring optimal signal-power transmission between the smartphone antenna and the power amplifier. Because the way ...

2016-01 Connectors Infineon Technologies

[Jan 21 2016] Infineon Technologies AG introduces the new XMC4800 series of 32-bit microcontrollers with integrated on-chip EtherCAT(Ethernet for control and automation technologies) nodes. The XMC4800 series of devices with outstanding real-time capabilities will drive the development of connected industrial automation and Industry 4.0 applications. Infineon is the first semiconductor company to integrate Eth ...

2016-01 Power Silicon Labs

[Jan 20 2016] Silicon Labs has announced the release of the latest version of its Simplicity Studio development platform, designed to make IoT system design simpler, faster and more efficient. As the industry's first IoT development platform for both microcontroller (MCU) and wireless design, Simplicity Studio now features enhanced real-time Energy Profiler tools, faster execution, and an easier installation p ...

2016-01 Sensors ams

[Jan 20 2016] Ams introduces the new TMx4903 Series of advanced optical sensor modules that integrate universal remote control, barcode simulation, RGB color sensing, proximity sensing and 3D gesture detection in a package size of only 5.0x2.0x1.0mm. The highly integrated TMx4903 module reduces the need for board space size to meet the new features of today's smartphones while significantly reducing material c ...

2016-01 Power Microsemi

[Jan 19 2016] Microsemi Corporation announces new Timberwolf audio processor products designed specifically for Ambarella camera System-on-a-chip (SoC). Meco Semi uses custom technology to create best-in-class high-definition (HD) audio solutions for the Ambarella video processor suite. The new audio processor is designed with AcuEdge Acoustic technology on top of the company's innovative Timberwolf digital Si ...

2016-01 Sensors Diodes Incorporated

[Jan 19 2016] Diodes Incorporated's new AECQ100-compliant AH376xQ Hall Effect lock series offers eight field sensitivity options to meet a wide range of automotive applications. Applications include commutation, coding and position control of various motors, pumps, fans and valves in the carriage to operate Windows, sunroofs, seats, taildoors and air conditioning. The new product can also effectively control a ...

2016-01 Power Silicon Labs

[Jan 18 2016] Silicon Labs announced the launch of its highly anticipated Thread networking solution, which includes a software protocol stack built on years of mesh networking expertise and the industry's most advanced mesh networking software development tools. SiliconLabs' Thread solution provides developers with the fastest path to developing Thread-compliant IoT products, including thermostats, wireless s ...

2016-01 Passive Components STMicroelectronics

[Jan 18 2016] STMicroelectronics introduces a new generation of electronic tunable capacitors for smartphones. The new product successfully increases the tuning ratio and maximizes data download speed and call quality. STMicroelectronics' STPTIC capacitance corrects for the effects of changing matching conditions, ensuring optimal signal-power transmission between the smartphone antenna and the power amplifier ...