Military, Aerospace & Hi-Rel

    November 2018
    Film Capacitors for Longer Service Life in Harsh Conditions
    MALVERN, Pa. — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced the new F339X2 305VAC series of Automotive Grade X2 electromagnetic interference (EMI) suppression film capacitors for standard across the line applications (50 Hz / 60 Hz). The F339X2 305VAC series is qualified to both AEC-Q200 (rev. D) and IEC 60384-14: 201
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    11/28/2018
    Broadband PIN Photodiodes Feature Spectral Ranges to 1.7 μm
    Latham, NY, USA –  Marktech Optoelectronics, Inc. announced the global market introduction of the Model MTPD1346D-xx series, a family of InGaAs/InP broadband PIN photodiodes.   Marktech InGaAs/InP PIN photodiodes are designed to effectively convert broadband light into photocurrents within the
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    11/26/2018
    Revolutionizing Cybersecurity Through Quantum Research

    Drs. Brian Kirby (left), Daniel Jones (center), and Michael Brodsky (right) pose near the Quantum Networking Testbed at the RDECOM Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Maryland, where they are working to provide more secure and reliable communication for warfighters on the battlefield.

    Scientists at the RDECOM Research Laboratory, the Army's corporate research laboratory (ARL) have found a novel way to safeguard quantum information during transmission, opening the door for more secure and reliable communication for warfighters on the battlefield. Recent advancements of cutting-edge technologi
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    11/23/2018
    Miniature Ultrasonic Sensor for Hygienic Applications
    Alpharetta, GA - Hoffmann + Krippner is proud to announce the availability of the new model P53-80-D18. This new compact (45mm long and 18mm diameter) ultrasonic sensor is one of the smallest ultrasonic sensors on the market worldwide and is designed for use in harsh environmen­tal conditions as well as in hygie
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    11/16/2018
    World's First High-Definition Arbitrary Waveform Generators
    Chestnut Ridge, NY– Teledyne LeCroy announced availability of the world’s first High Definition arbitrary waveform generators (AWGs). The dual-channel AWGs are branded T3AWG3252 (250 MHz) and T3AWG3352 (350 MHz) and offer 16 bits of vertical voltage resolution, an output voltage window of up to ±24 V, and w
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    11/14/2018
    The World's First Fanless 1000W Modular Power Supply
    FORT COLLINS, Colo.— Excelsys Technologies, an Advanced Energy company, announced the launch of the CoolX1000, the world’s first fanless 1000W modular power supply. Packaged in a compact 6.5 x 10 x 1U U-channel design, the CoolX1000 provides up to 1000W without any requirement for fan or base pla
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    11/12/2018
    PSMA Energy Mgmt. Technical Committee Leadership Opportunity

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    PSMA Energy Management Technical Committee Leadership Opportunity

    The PSMA Board of Directors is seeking one or more volunteers interested in providing leadership for the Energy Management Technical Committee. The membership in all the PSMA Technical Committees is comprised of individual volunteers from both Member and non-Member Companies who have a technical, business or pers
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    11/10/2018
    CITE 2019 will be held in Shenzhen on April 2019

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    CITE 2019 Press Conference

    On November 8, 2018, the Organizing Committee of the 7th China Electronic Information Exposition (hereinafter referred to as "CITE 2019") held a press conference in Beijing, announcing that the 7th China Electronic Information Exposition will be held in Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center from Ap
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    11/08/2018
    A Game-Changing MEMS Timing Solution for 5G Infrastructure
    SANTA CLARA, Calif. – SiTimeCorporation announced the Emerald Platform, a revolutionary precision timing solution that solves critical timing challenges for 5G infrastructure equipment. With the Emerald Platform, operators can deploy 5G equipment in harsh environments and reliably offer mission-critical
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    11/05/2018
    Enhanced Soldier Systems Through Quantum Research

    Dr. Elizabeth Goldschmidt, U.S. Army Research Laboratory

    Researchers at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and the Joint Quantum Institute have created a pristine quantum light source that has the potential to lead to more secure communications and enhanced sensing capabilities for Soldiers. ARL's Dr. Elizabeth Goldschmidt and JQI's Dr. Sunil Mittal and Prof. Moham
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    11/02/2018
    Improving Additive Manufacturing for Space Missions

    A laser interacts with Inconel powder inside the EOS DMLS M290 at the Swanson School's ANSYS Additive Manufacturing Research Lab.

    PITTSBURGH ... Additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, presents a game-changing opportunity for the space industry to produce complex components with greater efficiency at a lower cost. However, the trial-and-error method currently used to create such parts with limited materials is not suited for components th
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    11/02/2018
    Ultra-high accuracy coreless current sensor supports 60Arms
    The CZ-370x series device meets the UL safety standard UL61800-5-1 for industrial equipment and features a wide current detection lineup from ±5.3 to ±180 App, 60 Arms. The CZ-370x series is intended to be used for many applications including AC motors and general inverters. Features ● Creepage / Cleara
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    11/01/2018
    TI’s TPS650861 Multi-Rail PMICs, Now Shipping at Mouser
    The TPS650861 configurable power management integrated circuit (PMIC) offers flexible power solutions for multiprocessor systems-on-chip (MPSoCs) and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs). The TI TPS650861 PMIC, available from Mouser Electronics, features three variable-output voltage synchronous step-down
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    11/01/2018
    High-voltage precharger solution for railway applications
    The precharger converts the battery nominal bus voltage of 50VDC up to 137.5VDC to a regulated output voltage of 400VDC or 600VDC to charge high voltage capacitor banks used to switch electric valves actuators such as for unlocking and lifting pantographs. The ENR1000-PC series delivers a peak power of 1000W, is able t
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    11/01/2018
    COSEL announces new R&D Innovation center in Toyama Japan
    In a brand new, purpose built building with a floor space of 8,200 square meters, 250 R&D employees will have access to the most advanced equipment and technologies to design high quality power solutions with a reduced time-to-market. Looking towards future requirements and in order to respond rapidly to ma
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    11/01/2018
    Compact, Efficient 5-20W AC/DC Power Modules
    The modules are designed to offer great light-load efficiency and low standby power. Ideal for industrial controls, IoT infrastructure, smart-building devices, and household appliances, the range comprises 5W, 10W, 15W and 20W options. Built-in filters bring them well within EMC Class B limits with no additional ex
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    11/01/2018
    High-Tech Film Blocks Electromagnetic Interference
    BROOKLYN, New York - Electromagnetic interference (EMI), which can harm smartphones, tablets, chips, drones, wearables, and even aircraft and human health, is increasing with the explosive proliferation of devices that generate it. The market for EM-blocking solutions, which employ conductive or magnetic materials, is
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    Date:
    11/01/2018
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