Notable & Newsworthy
September 2020
e-peas has significantly strengthened its sales channel following the announcement that it has entered into a worldwide distribution agreement with Mouser Electronics. Through the agreement, Mouser will stock the complete portfolio of highly advanced e-peas energy harvesting PMICs, as well as related evaluation bo
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09/30/2020
Stewart Connector introduces a new series of low profile Mid-Plane RJ45 connectors. The Mid-Plane RJ45 design allows the connector to straddle the board edge and utilize space above and below the printed circuit board compared to traditional RJ45 connectors that are only designed to mount above the printed circuit bo
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09/30/2020
System designers have limited options for small, robust, feature-rich high-speed ADCs for extended-temperature operation. Microchip Technology Inc. announced it has filled this gap with its MCP37Dx1-80 family, the company’s second pipelined ADC offering and first to combine 80 MSPS in a choice of 12-, 14
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09/30/2020
To meet the increasing demand for higher-density CMOS DDR4 SDRAMs, Alliance Memory announced that it has expanded its portfolio with two new 8Gb devices. Delivering improved performance over previous-generation DDR3 SDRAMs, the AS4C1G8D4 and AS4C512M16D4 offer lower power consumption and faster data transfer ra
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09/30/2020
Advanced Energy announced the release of its new pyrometry platform, the Impac Series 600, for non-contact temperature measurement of non-metallic or coated metallic surfaces in industrial manufacturing applications.
Featuring a modular, field-configurable multichannel plug-and-play design, the Impac Series 60
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09/30/2020
Diodes Incorporated announced the introduction of the PS508 and PS509 analog multiplexers that are capable of switching signal voltages of up to 36V in an industrial environment. The high voltage capability of the devices will support industrial IoT (IIoT) applications using multiple sensors, including factory au
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09/30/2020
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Figure 1: Topology of a SiC-MOSFET half-bridge with highlighted parasitic inductances
With the increasing spread of high-voltage power semiconductor components build with silicon carbide (SiC) technology, which operate at switching frequencies above 100 kHz, the requirements for their gate control are becoming more and more demanding. Besides the bipolar, positive and negative driving voltages fo
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09/30/2020
KEMET announces its new R52 series of compact polypropylene film X2 EMI (electromagnetic interference) suppression capacitors. This series fulfills the growing need of automotive, industrial, consumer, and energy applications that require a smaller, high-capacitance X2 class solution for suppressing EMI. While th
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09/29/2020
Kevin Wolf, President of Wind Harvest
The US lags far behind the rest of the world in renewables, with the one notable exception being wind power. So how do we move the renewable needle forward, and what role should government play vs. industry?
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09/29/2020
A new simulation approach has enabled a first practical, and highly accurate, computation of the noise characteristics of complex three-dimensional airfoil designs under extreme operating conditions. By shortening simulations that would have taken months or weeks to run to just days or hours, the new approach co
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09/28/2020
Map of hourly wind speed over Saudi Arabia in June 2010 from the WRF simulated data. From just a few monitoring locations, the team was able to efficiently compute a full forecast distribution to construct maps of wind speed for all of Saudi Arabia at high spatial resolution for up to several hours ahead.
Optimizing the integration of wind energy into a country's power network requires reliable forecasts of how wind speed and direction are likely to vary in time and space over the pending few hours. KAUST researchers have now developed a statistical model that provides the best forecasts yet for wind conditions acr
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09/28/2020
Conceptual diagram of single atom catalyst developed by KIST researchers
Unlike secondary batteries that need to be recharged, fuel cells are a type of eco-friendly power generation systems that produce electricity directly from electrochemical reactions using hydrogen as fuel and oxygen as oxidant. There are various types of fuel cells, differing in operating temperatures and electrolyte ma
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09/28/2020
Test setup at CEEC Jena to develop novel active materials for redox flow batteries.
The share of energy from renewable sources is constantly on the rise in Germany. At the beginning of 2020, for the first time ever, renewable energy was able to cover more than half of the electricity consumed in Germany. But the more important renewable energy sources become, the more urgent is the need to st
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1. An ADP2386 buck converter with its switching frequency set with resistor RT.
Switch-mode power supplies switch with a frequency that is either fixed, adjustable, or synchronized to an external clock. The value of the switching frequency determines the physical size and, accordingly, the cost of a supply’s capacitors and inductors. There is a trend toward higher switching frequencies to
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1. AutoResonant LC tank voltage and current waveforms with square wave input at less than 50% duty cycle
Wireless charging is increasingly utilized for small size wearable devices, as it eliminates the need for cables or any exposed connectors on the device. For applications with charge current less than 10 mA, closed-loop control between the wireless charger receiver and the transmitter is not required as the po
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1: Equipment designed for clinical settings may not be suitable for home healthcare applications. Certification to the 60601-1 general standard may be acceptable,but it is critical to consider the new requirements of the collateral standard as well as the constraints of a 60601-1-1 general standard certified power converter
The recent pandemic has driven medical facilities around the world to the brink; hospital beds have been earmarked, and ultimately filled, to treat and care for Covid-19 patients while others with “less life-threatening” conditions have either been asked to wait it out or risk their own health at those same fa
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1. Early generation smartphones featured a force-sensing home button
Force sensing can be employed so that a false positive can be avoided, as well as expanding on input possibilities, such as coupling this with menu selections. The most common use of force sensing can be found on previous generations of smartphones that required touch to wake-up and perform other functions. Sm
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1: Storage life comparison for two battery packs with different power consumption
Batteries play an important role in our day-to-day lives in powering devices that range from TV remotes to heart pumps. Conventional batteries included only the cells, but high energy capacity Li-ion batteries also include electronics that are required to keep the battery safe and often includes a user interface to
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09/28/2020
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The IoT, the IIoT, AI, smart buildings and smart cities are technologies that we are told will dominate our lives for the foreseeable future and make them markedly better.
That may or may not be, but one of the real issues for the end-user (and even the system designer) is how rapidly these technologies are devel
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09/28/2020
Numerous forums have allowed us to connect with customers and industry innovators in the computing domain, featuring events including the inaugural AI Hardware Summit and Supercomputing 2019 (SC19), alongside datacenter-focused events like the Open Compute Project (OCP) Global Summit and the Open Data Center Co
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1: Wi-Fi spans several frequency bands and meets a variety of connectivity challenges (Source: Wi-Fi HaLow: Expanding Wi-Fi for IoT applications, Whitepaper by Wi-Fi Alliance)
Wi-Fi HaLow is not only the next generation of Wi-Fi to extend distances and increase battery life for Wi-Fi-connected devices, but it also represents an exciting future of wirelessly connected people and devices across the IoT. Applications are endless, from sensors, actuators and security cameras to ho
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1: The functional block diagram of the AL17x50, integrating a MOSFET to reduce the BOM and improve the efficiency at low loads
The explosion in demand around the world for smart devices in the Internet of Things and the smart home means designers have to accommodate a wide range of power sources. These power sources have to cope with an even wider range of regulations.
At the same time, the end systems have to be as energy efficient
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1. IoT devices manage power distribution, transportation systems, logistics, manufacturing, and smart homes. Ensuring the security of these devices is critical.
From a recent explosion at an Iranian nuclear facility that experts suggest may have been caused by a cyberattack to a Las Vegas hotel that was hacked through a smart thermometer used to monitor the water temperature in an aquarium, attacks against IoT devices are on the rise.
Malware attacks targeting IoT devic
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09/28/2020
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Figure 1. BMS Smart Building/City IoT Architecture
Building automation systems are projects of the internet of things (IoT) combined with automation and control. Edge devices and sensors track a local condition, transfer the data to a local or remote gateway requiring a low-speed network. There, the data is collected, correlated, and processed for further action. Ed
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09/28/2020
Fiddling around with my iPhone and a fast charger one weekend gave me a serious case of range anxiety.
Bear with me – at its core, the Internet of Things is a global network of gadgets, vehicles, appliances, and anything else with an internet connection (which is to say, everything). It’s the logical evolut
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09/28/2020
This coil is designed for high-efficiency DC/DC converters in automotive applications. The characteristic features of this flat-wire coil with its MnZn core are its high rated current (IR 38-47 A) and a high saturation performance. At an RDC value of 0.6 to 1.1 Ω, its resistance is lower than that of comparable c
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09/27/2020
The device is especially designed for batteries in hybrid and electric cars, but it is also suitable for other applications. It measures the voltage in up to twelve battery cells with an accuracy of ± 5.8 mV over the entire temperature and voltage range as well as the operating life cycle. Furthermore, it supports
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09/27/2020
Vicor’s GSA membership reflects its leadership in powering processors with Power-on-Package technology, which enables unparalleled current density and efficient current delivery for advanced applications in AI accelerator cards, AI high-density clusters, HPC and high-speed networking.
In addition, Vicor’
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09/27/2020
Harsh environments with critical levels of H2S can be found especially in paper production, mining, wastewater and petrochemical processing as well as in the rubber industry.H2S is the most critical corrosive contaminant for power semiconductors.
During operation, IGBT modules are usually heated up to high temperature l
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09/27/2020
The proven 62 mm device has been designed in half-bridge topology and is based on the trench chip technology. It opens up silicon carbide for applications in the medium power range starting at 250 kW – where silicon reaches the limits of power density with IGBT technology. Compared to a 62 mm IGBT module, the
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09/27/2020
With a fully integrated 110mΩ high-side power MOSFET and 80mΩ low-side power MOSFET, it provides high-efficiency step-down DC-DC conversion from 5V and 3.3V input rails. The converter has been developed for use in automotive applications including infotainment systems, instrumentation clusters, telematics, a
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09/27/2020
In the past ten years, Infineon has sold more than 50 million EasyPACK modules with different chipsets for a wide range of industrial and automotive applications. At the same time, the semiconductor manufacturer has successfully established its extensive portfolio of CoolSiC products in industrial applications.
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09/27/2020
The organisation operates in the Radio Access Network (RAN) industry. By doing so it is growing its presence in the associated RFPA (radio frequency power amplifier) market, and broadening its range of isolated DC/DC converters for RFPA.
With an ever-increasing number of countries and network operators introduci
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Date:
09/27/2020
The DVC 1000 series offers panel mounted voltage measurement in a compact package, measuring only 29 x 51 x 89 mm, giving a total volume of only 131.6 cm3.
Designed to measure a nominal voltage of 1000 VRMS, the DVC 1000 series uses an isolating amplifier, providing very high levels of isolation with a safet
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09/27/2020
Featuring an integrated 750 V MOSFET, the new automotive-qualified LinkSwitch-TN2 IC provides simple and reliable power for EV sub-systems connected to the high-voltage bus, including HVAC, climate control, battery management, battery heater, DC-DC converter and on-board charger systems. The surface-mount devi
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09/27/2020
The device targets applications such as anomaly detection systems used in measurement and control equipment along with sensors that work with very small signals.
The proliferation of IoT in recent years has led to a significant increase in the number of electronic components used for advanced control in a v
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09/27/2020
The WE-HCIT inductors are robust THT inductors particularly suited for use in vibration-sensitive applications. They are characterized by a high current capability of up to 28 A and a very low RDC (0.44 – 0.88 Ω. WE-HCIT components have a very soft saturation behavior.
The areas of application for the W
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09/27/2020
These new products further expand the TDK-Lambda GENESYS+ series, offering up to 1,000W output power in a choice of full or half-rack package sizes. The GENESYS+ series is ideally suited for bench-top or rack-mount equipment in a wide variety of OEM, industrial and laboratory applications.
Ten models are avai
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09/27/2020
The respective peak-current capability of the ferrite beads is exactly specified. They are characterized by a high rated current of up to 10 A and extremely low resistances. WE-MPSA ferrite beads are available in the construction sizes 0805, 1206, 1612, 1812, 2220, and 3312 and can also in some cases be supplied
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09/27/2020
These ICs are the world's first multiple half-bridge drivers for MOSFETs with integrated power supply and communication interfaces.
"With our highly integrated Motor System ICs, system designers only need half the board space compared to existing solutions. At the same time, system designers maintain the c
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09/27/2020
Constructed with an aluminum canister design, both the C44U-M and C44P-R power film series address the increasing demand for high-power conversion systems in green energy and industrial applications. These capacitors also support power conversion in en-ergy storage systems, IGBT and wide bandgap (WBG) semiconduct
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09/27/2020
The wBMS enables automotive manufacturers increased flexibility to scale their electric vehicle fleets into volume production across a wide range of vehicle classes.
This is the first wireless battery management system available for production electric vehicles, and it will debut on General Motors’ production
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09/27/2020
Rated at 400 kW, the converter INGEREV RAPID ST400 from Ingeteam is based on CoolSiC MOSFETs in an EasyDUAL 2B housing. A single charging point implements eight of Infineon’s FF6MR12W2M1_B11 modules. Depending on the charging capabilities of the respective car, an EV now only needs to stop for a minimum of 10
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09/27/2020
The devices also have an optional tin-lead 10 x 14mm SiP BGA package for Mil COTS applications.
These high-density and high-efficiency buck regulators have a 14 – 42V input voltage range and support nominal outputs of 3.3V and 5V, adjustable over ranges of 2.2 – 4V and 4 – 6.5V, respectively. The device
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09/27/2020
SiC power devices have been adopted increasingly in onboard vehicle chargers and DC/DC converters. These devices provide several advantages compared to silicon-based power devices such as IGBTs. One key benefit: significantly lower losses during both switching and conduction along with being able to operate at hi
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09/27/2020
The single-package sensor signal conditioner (SSC) delivers best-in-class performance, increased design flexibility, and cost efficiency in a compact form factor for HVAC applications used in plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), and Fuel-cell Ele
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09/27/2020
The 8.7 x 3.0 x 2.0 mm WS-SLSU SPDT switch is a slide switch in horizontal design, which is attached to the outer edge of the PCB as a SMT mountable component. Würth Elektronik also offers WS-TASU (6.2 x 3.0 x 3.5 mm, actuating force 160 gf), a switch for edge connection. The new miniaturized buttons, which are suitable
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09/27/2020
The move follows SIGA’s acquisition of the business and assets in February of Wolverhampton-based Stabilised Transformers Limited. Their current transformer capability includes open or enclosed types of dry transformers and inductors, and extends through double wound and auto wound components, toroidal wound
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09/27/2020
The whitepaper provides guidance on the following key topics:
• Which safety requirements must be met in EV charging.
• Which EMC limit values are set for EV charging stations.
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09/27/2020
The AP6435xQ combines a low quiescent current with a wide input voltage range of 3.8V to 40V. The devices have been developed for use in automotive applications including infotainment systems, instrument clusters, telematics, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and forward lighting.
With a fully integrate
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09/27/2020
The SMDs are AEC-Q200 qualified as part of Würth Elektronik's automotive electronics portfolio. WE-CBA features high-quality Ni-Sn electrodes, a very high current carrying capacity up to 6 A, and operating temperatures from -55 to +125ºC. The ferrites, which are available in various specifications, are ideally
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09/27/2020
The newly qualified device family targets automotive EV applications, such as traction inverter, OBC (on-board charger), EMS (energy management DC/DC bus converters) and BMS (battery management systems).
The InnoSwitch3-AQ uses Power Integrations’ high-speed FluxLink™ coupling to achieve ±3% accuracy for
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09/27/2020
Although it was already possible to transfer data from the receiver device to the charging station, bidirectional data transfer can now be combined with the charging process. During wireless power transmission, the device and charging station exchange data through amplitude and frequency modulation. Würth Elekt
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09/27/2020
With an 87 percent smaller footprint and 46 percent less height than previous comparable products, the sensor opens up new design options.
Due to the small WLB-5 package (1.13 mm x 0.93 mm x 0.59 mm) and its low current consumption of 7 nA in power-down mode, the new magnetic sensor is also suitable for use
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09/27/2020
Version 5.0 offers new features, enhancements and customisation options that have been developed following feedback from users. The new release coincides with the 10-year anniversary of DesignSpark.
Developed in conjunction with Ansys Inc., the leading provider of flexible and affordable 3D modelling software
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09/27/2020
The NXH40B120MNQ family of full SiC power modules integrate a 1200 V, 40mΩ SiC MOSFET and 1200 V, 40 A SiC boost diode with dual boost stage. The use of SiC technology delivers the low reverse recovery and fast switching characteristics needed to achieve the high levels of power efficiency required in applicati
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09/27/2020
TTI, Inc., is now offering Osram’s SFH4259 Series of High-Power Infrared LEDs. These devices are state-of-the-art components designed to meet the stringent requirements of medical, industrial and automotive applications characterized by long life, high performance and first-class reliability. With a typical ra
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09/25/2020
Gabriele Fulco with Omron Electronic Components Europe
Touchless solutions are both quicker and more efficient, and they happen to dovetail perfectly with our newfound appreciation for personal space and avoiding germs whenever possible ....
Date:
09/25/2020
Sumida continues the expansion of its AEC-Q200 qualified SMD inductors with the introduction of the CDEP13D**/T150 line. Consisting of ten standard types and ten high-power types, the new devices offer a combination of four key benefits, when compared to many other inductors. These are high temperature, high cur
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09/25/2020
Efabless Corporation announced it has expanded design support for the GLOBALFOUNDRIES (GF) 130G solution. The new offering, which includes digital design and low cost ASIC development based on configurable design templates, provides a full “semiconductor ecosystem in a box” that brings the power of GF’s 13
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09/24/2020
C&K has launched an IP67-rated anti-vandal pushbutton switch with a short-body. Designed for spaced-constrained applications, the ATPS19 Series pushbutton switch offers a nearly 40% reduction on the body length as compared to the standard ATP19 version.
Rated to more than 200K electrical life cycles, the
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Date:
09/24/2020
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. announced today the availability of General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems' high-energy capacitors for pulse power.
General Atomics' high-energy capacitors for pulse power are exceptionally reliable and capable of handling even the most demanding applications. Solutions are availab
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09/24/2020
Calex Manufacturing Company, Inc. announces the addition of the 300 Watt CEV Series charger for li-ion batteries. The ruggedized packaging and thermal design make the AC-DC charger one of the most resilient on the market. The series can be used as either an external charging source or installed on board a
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09/24/2020
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. announced the availability of its Excelsys CS1000 fanless power supply series. Delivering up to 1000W with no fans, this convection cooled family of highly efficient power supplies eliminates acoustic noise, vibration and the need for baseplate cooling, making them lightweight an
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09/24/2020
Designers of automotive systems can now add dynamic hand-gesture controls with greater ease at the industry’s lowest cost and smallest size with the MAX25205 data acquisition system from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc.. Featuring integrated optics and a 6x10 infrared (IR) sensor array, the MAX25205 detects sw
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09/24/2020
Bourns, Inc., introduced the Model DR334A Line Filter Series. These current-compensated dual choke filter inductors feature higher current capability than typical standard signal line common mode chokes, as well as high stray inductance and differential mode noise rejection. These capabilities make the Model DR3
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09/24/2020
EPC advances the performance capability while lowering the cost of off-the-shelf gallium nitride transistors with the introduction of EPC2218 and EPC2204 100 V eGaN FETs. The applications for these leading-edge devices include synchronous rectification, class-D audio, infotainment systems, DC-DC converters (h
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09/24/2020
AVX Corporation extended its well-proven range of board-to-board battery connectors with the addition of the new 9155-250 Series, which — like the rest of the 9155 family — delivers high-reliability electrical and mechanical connectivity in harsh, high-temperature medical, industrial, networking, and consumer el
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09/24/2020
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Dean Technology, Inc. announced the availability of advanced interface options on the UMR-AA and UMR-A series of high voltage power supplies. Using additional pins, the advanced interface options provide for enhanced adjustment and monitoring features consistent with industry standards and known customer needs. Th
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09/23/2020
Mersen is pleased to introduce MHi-T High Temperature Bus Bars. Using a combination of polyaramid dielectric insulation and high temperature adhesive, MHi-T High Temperature Bus Bars are designed to respond to increased temperature rises in Wide Band Gap technology systems. While traditional laminated bus bars ar
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Date:
09/23/2020
The claim is made by developer Search For The Next (SFN).
The first devices to use Bizen are members of the QJT (Quantum Junction Transistor) family which will include three parts rated at 1200V/75A, 900V/75A and 650V/32A, available in the industry-standard TO247 or TO263 power MOSFET packages. Of extreme signif
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09/22/2020
To meet the growing demand for serial peripheral interface (SPI) NAND flash memory products in the automotive, industrial, communications, and consumer electronics markets, Alliance Memory announced the new AS5F series of 1.8V to 3V devices with densities from 1Gb to 8Gb and high-speed clock frequencies up to 12
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09/21/2020
To meet the needs of military and avionics applications, Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. announced that it has extended its EP1 wet tantalum capacitor with new ratings in the B and C case codes. Offering the industry's highest capacitance per Voltage rating and case size for this device type, the capacitor is
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09/21/2020
C&K has developed an illuminated keyswitch series that offers smooth, positive tactile feedback with a clear tactile sound for superior ergonomics and ease of use. The D6 Series illuminated keyswitch features an integrated LED, reducing costs and simplifying the design of the illumination path. As a result, th
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09/18/2020
ams introduces the industry’s thinnest dedicated sensor for blood oxygen saturation (SpO2) measurement, bringing the capability to remotely monitor this vital sign to small consumer products such as earbuds, smart watches and wristbands, as well as to medical devices such as patches and oximeters.
The high perf
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Date:
09/18/2020
Sager Electronics is now stocking Switchcraft Conxall’s Micro-Con-X Insta-Click Sealed Connector series.
Switchcraft Conxall's new Micro-Con-X Insta-Click product line adds several key improvements for even harsher environment applications. An all new latching mechanism provides an automatic positive lock while
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Date:
09/18/2020
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Bel Power Solutions announced the TET2200 Series, 2200 W power supplies that bring Titanium level efficiency to servers, storage and networking equipment. With AC-DC power-factor-corrected (PFC) and high voltage DC-input variants, TET2200 Series power supplies provide a main output of 12 VDC for powering intermediate bu
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Date:
09/18/2020
Dr. Matthew Lackner, Professor, University of Massachusetts at Amherst
Many feel that a successful smart grid rollout needs to be not only sustainable but beneficial to all members of society equitably. And just recently, the National Science Foundation awarded two grants totaling $6.3 million to the University of Massachusetts at Amherst to help ensure that equitable distribution ..
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09/18/2020
TDK Corporation announces the worldwide availability of the Chirp CH101 ultra-low power integrated ultrasonic Time-of-Flight (ToF) range sensor platform solution, which includes the CH101 MEMS sensor, sensor modules, and developer kits. Chirp’s MEMS ultrasonic technology leverages a proprietary Time-of-Flight (T
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09/17/2020
TT Electronics announces it has agreed to acquire Torotel, a US-based designer and manufacturer of high-reliability power and electromagnetic assemblies and components for the aerospace and defense markets. The acquisition is one of several, recent demonstrations of TT’s commitment to continued investment in
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Date:
09/17/2020
The rising adoption of the free and open RISC-V Instruction Set Architecture (ISA) is driving the need for an affordable, standardized development platform that embeds RISC-V technology and leverages the diverse RISC-V ecosystem. To meet this need, Microchip Technology Inc. is offering the industry’s first RI
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09/16/2020
CDM Electronics announced the shipment of the 1,000,000th value-added cable assembly from its Turnersville, NJ headquarters. The facility, which notably houses the Company’s state-of-the-art Quality Engineering and Test Laboratory , confirms value-added assemblies and box builds comply with virtuall
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09/16/2020
ACEINNA announced the availability of their new ACEINNA OpenIMUROS Driver for developers of robots and robotic applications.
“This new ROS driver makes it simple to integrate a wide variety of ACEINNA IMUs (Inertial Measurement Unit sensors) into almost any robotics applications (warehouse robotics, autonomou
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09/15/2020
Texas Instruments (TI) announced a new custom version of the PSpice simulator from Cadence Design Systems Inc. that enables engineers to simulate complex analog circuits with unlimited analysis of TI power and signal-chain products. PSpice for TI offers full-featured circuit simulation with a growing library of
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Date:
09/15/2020
TTI, Inc., is now stocking TE Connectivity (Polamco) Backshells, Adapters and Band Straps.
The AS85049 industry standard is used on most military circular connectors, including M38999. TE Connectivity (TE) offers a wide selection of sizes, materials and platings to meet your application needs. The band stra
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Date:
09/15/2020
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Limited (AOS) announced a new series of DrMOS targeting multiphase VR regulators powering high-performance GPU and memory in desktop Add-In Graphics Cards (AICs) and gaming notebooks. The AOZ531xQI series uses AOS latest generation of Gen Alpha MOSFET technology to provide benchmark pe
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Date:
09/15/2020
AVX Corporation announced its extensive portfolio of high-performance, high-efficiency patch antennas optimized to satisfy demanding connectivity and miniaturization requirements in wireless applications throughout the automotive, industrial, networking, medical, consumer electronics, energy, and transportation in
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09/14/2020
Schaffner reintroduces the FN2415 - single-phase EMC filter for control equipment with extended capabilities.
Large and complex machine tools with multiple driving axes and very long motor cables can be subjected to major reliability problems caused by internal coupling of interferences from the drive system to
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Date:
09/14/2020
TTI, Inc., carries a wide selection of Amphenol RF's high-frequency MCX connectors.
Amphenol RF's line of high-frequency MCX connectors are designed to support data transfer rates of up to 12Gbps enabling the transmission of high resolution uncompressed video signals. These connectors provide 4K and Ultra-HD
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Date:
09/14/2020
Cornell University engineers and researchers are designing the nation's first statewide Internet of Things public infrastructure.
Thanks to a $1.5 million grant awarded by the National Science Foundation, Cornell faculty will collaborate with community partners around New York - through Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Date:
09/14/2020
George Cintra, Chief Technology Officer at EaglePicher
The Navy is working on a number of high-power projects, including directed-energy weapons. And for those systems to function properly, they need robust batteries and efficient use of power and intermittent power ...
Date:
09/14/2020
Sager Electronics is now stocking RECOM Power’s RACM60 Series 60W AC/DC power supply.
RECOM Power's RACM60 series are 2" x 3" medical-grade, open-frame AC/DC converters that provide 4kVAC/1min reinforced isolation. They have an ambient operating temperature range of -40°C up to 55°C and up
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Date:
09/11/2020
Alliance Memory announced that the company is now an authorized reseller for Micron's M29F 5V parallel NOR Flash devices, which Micron previously discontinued with product change notification #32160 (last time buy: March 2018). Micron is continuing to produce these devices for Alliance Memory and intends to onl
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Date:
09/11/2020
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. announced its global support of AMOTECH’s High-Q and broadband multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs).
AMOTECH’s ACQ (High-Q) series offers superior equivalent series resistance (ESR), high working voltage, and high self-resonance frequencies. These capacitors are RoHS comp
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Date:
09/11/2020
Graphene is a modern wonder material possessing unique properties of strength, flexibility and conductivity whilst being abundant and remarkably cheap to produce, lending it to a multitude of useful applications - especially true when these 2D atom-thick sheets of carbon are split into narrow strips known as Gr
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Date:
09/11/2020
Bel Magnetic Solutions introduces a line of Marvell compatible 10GBASE-T MagJack ICMs. These 10GBASE-T ICMs are ideal for customers looking to upgrade their product performance for maximum speed over twisted pair copper cables, up to ten times over standard Gigabit Ethernet technology. Bel Magnetic Solutions’ Ma
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Date:
09/10/2020
Omron Automation Americas has partnered with Brady Corporation to add dedicated service offerings for lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures and arc flash risk mitigation to further help manufacturers maintain compliance and protect their employees. These new services are part of Omron’s commitment to providing hol
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Date:
09/10/2020
Calex Manufacturing Company, Inc. announces the addition of the 300 Watt CEV Series charger for li-ion batteries. The ruggedized packaging and thermal design make the AC-DC charger one of the most resilient on the market. The series can be used as either an external charging source or installed on board a
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Date:
09/10/2020
Energy storage systems (ESS) installations linked to the electricity grid and ancillary services will witness rapid growth in the coming two to three years because of their increasing number of applications and the falling cost of systems due to electric vehicle (EV) development. Key drivers are increased variable re
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Date:
09/09/2020
Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. introduced a new series of Automotive Grade DC-Link metallized polypropylene film capacitors optimized for high humidity environments. The Vishay Roederstein MKP1848H DC-Link is Vishay's first series of AEC-Q200 qualified DC-Link film capacitors to withstand temperature humidity bia
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Date:
09/09/2020
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