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    March 2024
    STMicroelectronics Reveals New Family of 100V Trench Schottky Rectifier Diodes for Increased Efficiency and Power Density

    STMicroelectronics Reveals New Family of 100V Trench Schottky Rectifier Diodes for Increased Efficiency and Power Density

    ­STMicroelectronics has introduced 100V trench Schottky rectifier diodes that boost efficiency in power converters operated at high switching frequencies. Raising power-converter operating frequency, encouraged by the minimal switching losses of technologies like wide-bandgap semiconductors, allows de
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    Date:
    03/26/2024
    The Industry's First Wide Input Voltage Hot-Swap Controller for Telecom Infrastructure

    The XDP700-002 is the industry's first -48 V wide input voltage digital hot-swap controller with a programmable safe operating area (SOA) control designed for telecom infrastructure.

    ­Infineon Technologies AG is expanding its XDP™ digital power protection controller product family with the XDP700-002, the industry's first -48 V wide input voltage digital hot-swap controller with a programmable safe operating area (SOA) control designed for telecom infrastructure. It boasts superior cur
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    Date:
    03/21/2024
    Finland Elevates High-Tech Profile with NATO Partnership, Establishing 6G Test Centre in Oulu

    Hannu Nikurautio, Research Director at the Wireless Communications Research Centre (CWC) of the University of Oulu and Jukka Riekki, Dean of the Faculty of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at the University of Oulu.

    ­NATO's DIANA Board has approved Finland's proposal to establish two test centres and a business accelerator in Finland. A new test centre for 6G technology will be established in Oulu, Finland. The Ministry of Defence is the national responsible authority for the project, and the Technical Research Centre of F
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    Date:
    03/14/2024
    Infineon Sets New Industry Standard for Enhanced Power Density and Efficiency with OptiMOS 6 200 V MOSFETs

    With the introduction of the new OptiMOS™ 6 200 V product family, Infineon sets a new industry benchmark with increased power density, efficiency, and system reliability.

    ­Motor drive applications are taking a leap forward with the launch of the Infineon Technologies AG OptiMOS™ 6 200 V MOSFET product family. The new portfolio is designed to deliver optimal performance in applications such as e-scooters, micro-EVs, and E-forklifts. The improved conduction losses and switching be
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    Date:
    03/13/2024
    Fiber Optic Connectors Make Critical Communications Possible in Harsh Environments

    Fiber Optic Connectors Make Critical Communications Possible in Harsh Environments

    ­Cinch Connectivity Solutions, a Bel Fuse company, and global leader in delivering reliable connectivity solutions, announced the release of the Fibreco high density mil-spec MT38999 connector range. Fibreco fiber optic connectors and cable assemblies are specifically designed for military, offshore, mining an
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    Date:
    03/13/2024
    Taiwan Semiconductor Introduces 400V/600V ESD Withstand-Capable Rectifiers Offering Both Polarity Protection and ESD Protection

    Taiwan Semiconductor Introduces 400V/600V ESD Withstand-Capable Rectifiers Offering Both Polarity Protection and ESD Protection

    ­Taiwan Semiconductor announces its new line of automotive-qualified rectifiers featuring ESD withstand capability. The new TSD Series rectifiers simultaneously provide repetitive peak reverse voltage (VRRM) of up to 600V as well as ESD protection of >10,000V (per IEC-61000-4-2). Devices in the series ha
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    Date:
    03/08/2024
    Moxa Helps Elevate Private 5G Operational Performance with Versatile New Gateways

    Moxa Helps Elevate Private 5G Operational Performance with Versatile New Gateways

    ­Private 5G networks are gaining momentum across multiple industries. Compared to public cellular networks, private 5G networks offer better security, ultra-low latency, high bandwidth, and customizable network configurations thanks to a combination of dedicated infrastructure and localized coverage.  Despite their man
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    Date:
    03/07/2024
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