Includes analogue capability for high speed interfaces Network processor developer NetLogic Microsystems is working with leading foundry TSMC to extend their existing collaboration to include TSMC’s NEXSYS 28HP (28nm high performance) semiconductor process node. This will be used for NetLogic’s next-generation
Friday, 30 April 2010
The Strange World of Nanotech - video narrrated by Steven Fry
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An interesting video from Cambridge University, narrated by Stephen Fry
Thursday, 29 April 2010
Samsung Taping Out 32nm Foundry Designs - 29/04/2010 - Electronics Weekly
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Wednesday, 28 April 2010
Farewell to the Internet Streaming Media Alliance
Posted on 12:10 by Unknown
Merges with MPEG Industry Forum
The Board of Directors of the MPEG Industry Forum (MPEGIF) and Internet Streaming Media Alliance (ISMA) have agreed to merge the two organizations in a move that marks the end of the ISMA. In a slightly strange move, MPEGIF members will become ISMA members but the organisation will go forward as MPEGIF within the existing ISMA Californian non-profit
The Board of Directors of the MPEG Industry Forum (MPEGIF) and Internet Streaming Media Alliance (ISMA) have agreed to merge the two organizations in a move that marks the end of the ISMA. In a slightly strange move, MPEGIF members will become ISMA members but the organisation will go forward as MPEGIF within the existing ISMA Californian non-profit
Rugged XMC Module For Video Streaming From Unmanned Vehicles
Posted on 09:47 by Unknown
ICS-8580 combines two TI DSP processors and Altera FPGA
GE Intelligent Platforms has launched a powerful, compact, easy to use and flexible answer to the problem of capturing, compressing and delivering video. The ICS-8580 responds to the rapid growth in unmanned vehicles and their requirement to deliver high quality mission video over links that are often bandwidth-constrained. It is designed
GE Intelligent Platforms has launched a powerful, compact, easy to use and flexible answer to the problem of capturing, compressing and delivering video. The ICS-8580 responds to the rapid growth in unmanned vehicles and their requirement to deliver high quality mission video over links that are often bandwidth-constrained. It is designed
TI fights back in wireless networking
Posted on 05:45 by Unknown
New CC430 MCUs and developer support accelerate time to market for building automation, smart meters and asset tracking
With the recent launches of the Dust SoCs and Silicon Labs wireless mesh network module, Texas Instruments is fighting back with its single-chip RF CC430F513x microcontrollers and developer ecosystem offering complete, scalable hardware and software.
The CC430F513x MCUs combine
With the recent launches of the Dust SoCs and Silicon Labs wireless mesh network module, Texas Instruments is fighting back with its single-chip RF CC430F513x microcontrollers and developer ecosystem offering complete, scalable hardware and software.
The CC430F513x MCUs combine
Microsoft launches Windows 7 Embedded
Posted on 05:09 by Unknown
Tries again with Media Centre
As Windows 7 actually seems to be working after the debacle of Vista in the desktop market, Microsoft has launched the embedded version, but aiming mainly, again, at the Media Centre and set top box.
Windows Embedded Standard 7 provides the familiarity of Windows 7 in a highly customizable and componentized form so that OEMs can use it to create differentiated
As Windows 7 actually seems to be working after the debacle of Vista in the desktop market, Microsoft has launched the embedded version, but aiming mainly, again, at the Media Centre and set top box.
Windows Embedded Standard 7 provides the familiarity of Windows 7 in a highly customizable and componentized form so that OEMs can use it to create differentiated
Wolfson teams with Tensilica for audio platform
Posted on 02:43 by Unknown
Setting the benchmark for world-class HD audio
Leading audio chip maker Wolfson Microelectronics has teamed up with configurable processor IP provider Tensilica to create a low power, high definition (HD) sound platform.
Combining Wolfson's world-leading mixed-signal technology and audio expertise with Tensilica's HiFi audio DSP processor cores, this licence agreement will bring HD sound to
Leading audio chip maker Wolfson Microelectronics has teamed up with configurable processor IP provider Tensilica to create a low power, high definition (HD) sound platform.
Combining Wolfson's world-leading mixed-signal technology and audio expertise with Tensilica's HiFi audio DSP processor cores, this licence agreement will bring HD sound to
Xilinx puts multicore on FPGA
Posted on 01:55 by Unknown
Two ARM Cortex-A9 cores on 28nm FPGA
Xilinx is putting a multicore processor architecture onto its next generation of FPGA. The Extensible Processing Platform is a single chip that combines two 800MHz ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processor-based subsystems with 28nm FPGA fabric to add extra functions for system and ASIC protoyping.
This is a significant change, as it provides embedded systems designers
Xilinx is putting a multicore processor architecture onto its next generation of FPGA. The Extensible Processing Platform is a single chip that combines two 800MHz ARM Cortex-A9 MPCore processor-based subsystems with 28nm FPGA fabric to add extra functions for system and ASIC protoyping.
This is a significant change, as it provides embedded systems designers
IBM develops nanoscale MRI imaging - video
Posted on 00:38 by Unknown
Taking images of a virus
Researchers from IBM's Almaden Research Centre and Stanford University have developed a new technique for seeing particles at the nanoscale using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques that are already widely used in hospitals.
They have combined ultrasensitive magnetic resonance force microscopy (MRFM) with 3D image reconstruction to achieve MRI with resolution
Researchers from IBM's Almaden Research Centre and Stanford University have developed a new technique for seeing particles at the nanoscale using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) techniques that are already widely used in hospitals.
They have combined ultrasensitive magnetic resonance force microscopy (MRFM) with 3D image reconstruction to achieve MRI with resolution
Tuesday, 27 April 2010
CriticalBlue and Freescale collaborate to streamline and simplify multicore software development
Posted on 13:51 by Unknown
CriticalBlue’s Prism development environment now available for QorIQ multicore processors
CriticalBlue is working with Freescale Semiconductor to make its Prism development environment available to support Freescale’s QorIQ multicore processor families. Software developers will be able to migrate, optimise and verify their existing software applications on Freescale’s multicore platforms based
CriticalBlue is working with Freescale Semiconductor to make its Prism development environment available to support Freescale’s QorIQ multicore processor families. Software developers will be able to migrate, optimise and verify their existing software applications on Freescale’s multicore platforms based
Risks to radio systems from wind turbines
Posted on 12:32 by Unknown
Image via WikipediaI'm a great supporter of renewable energy and green electricity, and the SmartGrid will have to combine energy production from a variety of approaches, but Analysys Mason are pointing out that wind turbines may well cause problems for radio systems, particularly RF embedded control.
Although wind turbine blades are largely made of non-conductive plastics and similar composite
Although wind turbine blades are largely made of non-conductive plastics and similar composite
GE Satellite provide Ku data uplinks to NASA unmanned science mission
Posted on 08:41 by Unknown
Ex-military UAV flies across Pacific taking measurements
GE-Satellite, a leading provider of satellite services in the Pacific, was recently chosen by NASA to provide Ku-band satellite connectivity for its ground breaking science mission to study atmospheric and environmental conditions across in the Pacific via Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).
The NASA Global Hawk Pacific (GloPac)
Synapse and Silicon Labs Launch Wireless Module for Mesh Networks
Posted on 07:29 by Unknown
Sub-GHz connectivity for smart meters, building automation and personal medical devices
Synapse Wireless and Silicon Laboratories have teamed up to develop a wireless mesh network solution that combines the SNAP network operating system with Silicon Labs' Si1000 wireless microcontroller (MCU). The combined software/hardware solution - the Synapse RF Engine module - makes it easy to deploy a
Synapse Wireless and Silicon Laboratories have teamed up to develop a wireless mesh network solution that combines the SNAP network operating system with Silicon Labs' Si1000 wireless microcontroller (MCU). The combined software/hardware solution - the Synapse RF Engine module - makes it easy to deploy a
UK investment in semiconductor startups plummets (UK Technology Startups)
Posted on 07:21 by Unknown
UK investment in semiconductor startups plummets (UK Technology Startups)
The UK saw a reasonably healthy growth in investment in technology startups last quarter, except for the semiconductor sector. Analysis by Ascendant showed a positive trend of 65 companies receiving £153m, up 48% and 32% respectively over Q1 09, from 82 investors. But the average deal
The UK saw a reasonably healthy growth in investment in technology startups last quarter, except for the semiconductor sector. Analysis by Ascendant showed a positive trend of 65 companies receiving £153m, up 48% and 32% respectively over Q1 09, from 82 investors. But the average deal
Audium Semiconductor assets bought by NXT (UK Technology Startups)
Posted on 07:20 by Unknown
Audium Semiconductor assets bought by NXT (UK Technology Startups)
Amplifier chip startup Audium Semiconductor in Bristol has closed and its assets have been bought by flat panel speaker maker NXT. The company raised $8.5m in September 2007 for its untra low power amplifier but failed to raise a second round of venture capital.
Amplifier chip startup Audium Semiconductor in Bristol has closed and its assets have been bought by flat panel speaker maker NXT. The company raised $8.5m in September 2007 for its untra low power amplifier but failed to raise a second round of venture capital.
Texas Instruments embraces Linux for C64x DSP processors
Posted on 07:13 by Unknown
Reflects embedded industry move to open source
TI has announced Linux kernel support for its TMS320C64x digital signal processors (DSPs) and multicore system-on-chips (SoCs) targeted for applications such as communications and mission critical infrastructure, medical diagnostics, and high-performance test and measurement. As customers move towards open source initiatives as a key element of
TI has announced Linux kernel support for its TMS320C64x digital signal processors (DSPs) and multicore system-on-chips (SoCs) targeted for applications such as communications and mission critical infrastructure, medical diagnostics, and high-performance test and measurement. As customers move towards open source initiatives as a key element of
Dust Networks launches ARM Cortex-M3 system chip for 802.15.4
Posted on 03:09 by Unknown
World's lowest power RF so far
Dust Networks is an intersting company as a leading supplier of wireless sensor networks (WSN). It is using the low power ARM Cortex-M3 processor for a new family of system-on-chips (SoCs) that include an on-chip power amplifier (PA) that will be the basis for a variety of upcoming standards-based WSN products, including IEC 62591 (WirelessHART), 6LOWPAN (IP), and
Dust Networks is an intersting company as a leading supplier of wireless sensor networks (WSN). It is using the low power ARM Cortex-M3 processor for a new family of system-on-chips (SoCs) that include an on-chip power amplifier (PA) that will be the basis for a variety of upcoming standards-based WSN products, including IEC 62591 (WirelessHART), 6LOWPAN (IP), and
Monday, 26 April 2010
Imagination Technologies teams with MIPS
Posted on 08:19 by Unknown
Joint Solution Demonstrated in New 3D Chipset from Sigma Designs Having had a close relationship (and joint venture) with ARM and an investment by Intel, Imagination Technologies has now teamed up is a strategic alliance with MIPS Technologies, with MIPS joining Imagination’s POWERVR Insider graphics developer ecosystem as a technology partner.Together the companies are working to help SoC
Freescale unleashes industry’s highest performing DSP core for medical, aerospace and test
Posted on 06:07 by Unknown
Fully programmable MSC825x DSP family scales from one to six cores; helps lower system cost as much as 50 percent
Freescale Semiconductor has introduced a family of programmable digital signal processors (DSPs) that delivers the optimal blend of low cost and high performance for a broad range of applications in the medical, aerospace/defense and test/measurement markets. Based on the
Freescale Semiconductor has introduced a family of programmable digital signal processors (DSPs) that delivers the optimal blend of low cost and high performance for a broad range of applications in the medical, aerospace/defense and test/measurement markets. Based on the
Cortex-M0 microcontrollers open up new CAN applications
Posted on 04:48 by Unknown
First Cortex-M0 MCU with on-chip CANopen drivers in ROM
NXP has launched the first two devices, LPC11C12 and LPC11C14, in the LPC11C00 series featuring a Controller Area Network (CAN) 2.0B-compliant controller for industrial and embedded networking applications. CAN has long been considered one of the best choices for robust real-time communication, but price-prohibitive for low-cost
NXP has launched the first two devices, LPC11C12 and LPC11C14, in the LPC11C00 series featuring a Controller Area Network (CAN) 2.0B-compliant controller for industrial and embedded networking applications. CAN has long been considered one of the best choices for robust real-time communication, but price-prohibitive for low-cost
Green Hills supports Sitara ARM Cortex-A8 controllers
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RTOS and tools for TI embedded processor family Green Hills Software is supporting the Texas Instruments Sitara processors with the INTEGRITY real-time operating system (RTOS), MULTI integrated development environment (IDE), optimizing C/C++ compilers and Green Hills Probe for industrial control, automation, transportation, medical, and a wide variety of other embedded applications in the
AMD brings DDR3 and quadcore to embedded with two new platforms
Posted on 01:11 by Unknown
Brings DDR3 high speed memory, quad core processors and 1080p HD video into embedded.
AMD has launched two new platforms that bring key functions from the desktop to the embedded market but with long term support and fanless operation.
The compact ASB2 platform and the high-performance AM3 platform offer combinations of power and performance with up to 74% (apparently,
AMD has launched two new platforms that bring key functions from the desktop to the embedded market but with long term support and fanless operation.
The compact ASB2 platform and the high-performance AM3 platform offer combinations of power and performance with up to 74% (apparently,
Saturday, 24 April 2010
A VC’s perspective on healthcare investment | Analysis
Posted on 09:42 by Unknown
With the passing of the new healthcare reform legislation in the US, there are new-found opportunities to make the healthcare system more efficient with the influx of more than 32 million people over the next several years. With this surge, there will be an inevitable paradigm shift not only for consumers, but also for businesses.
Startups will quickly fuel the healthcare space with new
Startups will quickly fuel the healthcare space with new
Friday, 23 April 2010
IBM creates nanoscale 3D map with 15nm etching - video
Posted on 10:27 by Unknown
IBM researchers have created a 3D map of the earth so small that 1,000 of them could fit on one grain of salt. The scientists accomplished this through a new, breakthrough technique that uses a tiny, silicon tip with a sharp apex — 100,000 times smaller than a sharpened pencil — to create patterns and structures as small as 15 nanometers at greatly reduced cost and complexity. This
Akya launches second generation of reconfigurable technology (UK Technology Startups)
Posted on 07:16 by Unknown
Yorkshire startup Akya has launched the second generation of its dynamically reconfigurable logic (DRL) IP.
ART2.1 can now run up to twice as fast as its predecessor and will work significantly better with code generated by high-level-language compilers. It also expects to announce its first customer soon.
DRL technology has huge potential advantages over other programmable technologies
Thursday, 22 April 2010
Internet of Things Takes a Step Forward
Posted on 08:44 by Unknown
RFID collaboration driveseasy linking of devices over the Internet
International RFID technology leaders NXP Semiconductors, MTI, austriamicrosystems, and RF-iT have come together to demonstrate PlugNPlay solution, a major step towards the Internet of Things
Connecting everyday items to the internet through embedding short-range mobile transceivers enables a new medium of communication
VIA puts a desktop in the palm of your hand
Posted on 03:19 by Unknown
VIA ARTiGO A1100 DIY PC Kit packs HD video, HDMI and full 64bit computing
VIA Technologies in Taiwan has developed a DIY PC kit that puts desktop computing into a form factor the size of the palm of your hand.
The VIA ARTiGO A1100 takes inspiration from Pico-ITX, with a 64bit processor, HD video support, HDMI and VGA display connectivity, Gigabit networking, Wi-Fi Support and five USB
VIA Technologies in Taiwan has developed a DIY PC kit that puts desktop computing into a form factor the size of the palm of your hand.
The VIA ARTiGO A1100 takes inspiration from Pico-ITX, with a 64bit processor, HD video support, HDMI and VGA display connectivity, Gigabit networking, Wi-Fi Support and five USB
Infineon and Fairchild standardise power MOSFETs packaging
Posted on 03:06 by Unknown
Compatibility Agreement for Power MOSFET pinout
Infineon Technologies and Fairchild Semiconductor have signed a packaging partnership for their power MOSFETs in the Infineon PowerStage 3x3 or Fairchild MLP 3x3 (Power33) packages.
The compatibility agreement is in response to the need for supply security while balancing the drive towards best-in-class efficiency and thermal performance in
Infineon Technologies and Fairchild Semiconductor have signed a packaging partnership for their power MOSFETs in the Infineon PowerStage 3x3 or Fairchild MLP 3x3 (Power33) packages.
The compatibility agreement is in response to the need for supply security while balancing the drive towards best-in-class efficiency and thermal performance in
Ten emerging technologies from MIT
Posted on 00:12 by Unknown
Each year, Technology Review selects what it believes are the 10 most important emerging technologies. Some of these changes are on the largest scale possible: better biofuels, more efficient solar cells, and green concrete all aim at tackling global warming in the years ahead. Other changes will be more local and involve how we use technology: for example, 3-D screens on mobile devices,
Wednesday, 21 April 2010
Practical phase change memories finally emerge
Posted on 10:05 by Unknown
Numonyx launches Omneo memories for embedded applications
Newly acquired memory joint venture Numonyx has introduced a set of products based on the long awaited class of memory technology called phase change memory (PCM). The new devices now deliver the higher performance, endurance and simplicity that is needed for wired and wireless communications, consumer electronics, PCs, and other
Newly acquired memory joint venture Numonyx has introduced a set of products based on the long awaited class of memory technology called phase change memory (PCM). The new devices now deliver the higher performance, endurance and simplicity that is needed for wired and wireless communications, consumer electronics, PCs, and other
ASMedia drives USB3.0 cost below $3
Posted on 06:41 by Unknown
ASMedia seeks USB 3.0 chip orders with aggressive quotes
DigiTimes reports ASMedia Technology, a subsidiary of Asustek Computer, is aggressively seeking USB 3.0 chip orders from motherboard makers and is said to be offering prices below US$3 per unit to compete against NEC's US$6.ASMedia's USB 3.0 chip is expected to start mass shipments by the end of June 2010.Asustek has already
DigiTimes reports ASMedia Technology, a subsidiary of Asustek Computer, is aggressively seeking USB 3.0 chip orders from motherboard makers and is said to be offering prices below US$3 per unit to compete against NEC's US$6.ASMedia's USB 3.0 chip is expected to start mass shipments by the end of June 2010.Asustek has already
Xintronix gears up for expansion (UK Technology Startups)
Posted on 06:37 by Unknown
Xintronix gears up for expansion (UK Technology Startups)
Bristol startup Xintronix has raised private finance and appointed a new chairman as it ramps up for samples of its high speed transceiver technology later this year for USB3 and LightPeak.
Bristol startup Xintronix has raised private finance and appointed a new chairman as it ramps up for samples of its high speed transceiver technology later this year for USB3 and LightPeak.
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Online retail site goes live for Topaz NFC tags
Posted on 06:09 by Unknown
Cirencester-based IP provider Innovision Research & Technology is bringing NFC (Near Field Communication) RFID tags based on its Topaz technology direct to the market in one of the first online retail sites dedicated to the purchasing of such tags and related NFC items. The site, www.buynfc.com was officially launched to developers and consumers at WIMA, the global NFC business and
SES ASTRA to Launch Europe’s First 3D Demo Channel
Posted on 00:31 by Unknown
Free to air 3D channel launches next month
SES-Astra is to launch Europe’s first 3D demo channel on ASTRA. Following initial testing, the channel will go live on 4 May 2010 right in time for the opening of ANGA Cable, the international trade fair for cable broadband and satellite taking place from 4-6 May in Cologne, Germany.
ASTRA’s new 3D demo channel will be available
SES-Astra is to launch Europe’s first 3D demo channel on ASTRA. Following initial testing, the channel will go live on 4 May 2010 right in time for the opening of ANGA Cable, the international trade fair for cable broadband and satellite taking place from 4-6 May in Cologne, Germany.
ASTRA’s new 3D demo channel will be available
Quantum Cryptography breakthrough heralds uncrackable communication networks
Posted on 00:19 by Unknown
Cambridge team achieve new record bit rate for quantum key distribution
The Cambridge Lab of Toshiba Research Europe has achieved a major breakthrough that will allow ultra-secure encryption of sensitive data sent by banks, hospitals and government organisations.
They have succeeded in
The Cambridge Lab of Toshiba Research Europe has achieved a major breakthrough that will allow ultra-secure encryption of sensitive data sent by banks, hospitals and government organisations.
They have succeeded in
Tuesday, 20 April 2010
Open Android API to drive NFC RFID apps
Posted on 08:54 by Unknown
NXP and Trusted Logic lead the integration of NFC technology into Android
Chip makers NXP and Trusted Logic have developed and launched an open source API for NFC RFID chips on the Android operating system. This will enable mobile phone users to access a new range of contactless applications such as mobile payments, transport and event ticketing as well as data sharing directly from their
Chip makers NXP and Trusted Logic have developed and launched an open source API for NFC RFID chips on the Android operating system. This will enable mobile phone users to access a new range of contactless applications such as mobile payments, transport and event ticketing as well as data sharing directly from their
Sentec and OnStream partner to bring Mobius-based smart meters to UK
Posted on 06:59 by Unknown
Licensing agreement bring Sentec’s Mobius current sensing technology to the market
Cambridge-based metering specialist Sentec has finalised a licensing agreement with OnStream, a National Grid company, to bring Sentec’s flagship current sensing Mobius technology to the UK smart electricity meter market.OnStream is using Sentec’s Mobius current sensor to produce a customised smart electricity
Cambridge-based metering specialist Sentec has finalised a licensing agreement with OnStream, a National Grid company, to bring Sentec’s flagship current sensing Mobius technology to the UK smart electricity meter market.OnStream is using Sentec’s Mobius current sensor to produce a customised smart electricity
Altera heads to 28nm for Stratix V FPGA Family
Posted on 01:09 by Unknown
28Gbit/s transceivers focus on bandwidth Altera has announced its next-generation 28-nm Stratix V FPGA family as the industry's highest bandwidth FPGA. The FPGAs will offer up to 1.6Tbit/s of serial switching capability for new technology designs next year, using a leading-edge 28-nm process to reduce the cost and power of high-bandwidth applications.
Manufactured on
Manufactured on
Monday, 19 April 2010
Virtual Remote Sense Controller Eliminates Remote Sense Wires
Posted on 01:50 by Unknown
Linear Technology has developed a Virtual Remote Sense DC/DC controller that eliminates the remote sense wires required to compensate for the voltage drop in cables, wires and circuit board trace runs. Voltage drops in wiring and cables that cause load regulation errors are usually corrected by an additional set of sensing wires. The LT4180
Radiometrix launches low cost multichannel ISM radio modem
Posted on 00:30 by Unknown
Enable implementation of simple, 9600bps wireless links
The TXL2 transmitter and RXL2 receiver modules, from London-based wireless solutions developer Radiometrix, are half duplex multi-channel OEM radio modems offered in the company’s popular SIL standard footprint. Operating in the European license-free 433 MHz ISM (Industrial Scientific and Medical) frequency band, with a choice of 5
The TXL2 transmitter and RXL2 receiver modules, from London-based wireless solutions developer Radiometrix, are half duplex multi-channel OEM radio modems offered in the company’s popular SIL standard footprint. Operating in the European license-free 433 MHz ISM (Industrial Scientific and Medical) frequency band, with a choice of 5
Cinterion Adds Wireless M2M Module for Automotive
Posted on 00:24 by Unknown
Adds Land Grid Array (LGA) packaging option and ARM9 processor
Cinterion Wireless Modules has launched a new machine-to-machine wireless data module for automotive designs. The new AGS3 module adds land grid array (LGA) technology to its automotive-grade modules. The AGS3 is Cinterion’s sixth-generation automotive module and is optimised for peak performance and rugged automotive application
Cinterion Wireless Modules has launched a new machine-to-machine wireless data module for automotive designs. The new AGS3 module adds land grid array (LGA) technology to its automotive-grade modules. The AGS3 is Cinterion’s sixth-generation automotive module and is optimised for peak performance and rugged automotive application
Long range module runs Bluetooth over 1.2km
Posted on 00:10 by Unknown
ConnectBlue has developed a long range Bluetooth module that provides an exceptionally long range of 1.2km, high throughput and the Extended Data Mode protocol which makes individual data channel communication possible for each unit in the 7-slave multi-point network.
The new OEM Serial Port Adapter 433 achieves its exceptional range of over 1200 meters through high receiver sensitivity and
The new OEM Serial Port Adapter 433 achieves its exceptional range of over 1200 meters through high receiver sensitivity and
Saturday, 17 April 2010
SiliconSouthWest launches test lab in Bath
Posted on 03:39 by Unknown
Focus on supporting start up companies
SiliconSouthWest has launched a test lab to help start-ups develop and evaluate their wireless hardware and network equipments designs.
The lab, housed in the Innovation Centre in Bath, is available to members of the Centre to avoid the need for high capital outlay early in the design cycle. Virtual membership of the Centre is available at low cost to
SiliconSouthWest has launched a test lab to help start-ups develop and evaluate their wireless hardware and network equipments designs.
The lab, housed in the Innovation Centre in Bath, is available to members of the Centre to avoid the need for high capital outlay early in the design cycle. Virtual membership of the Centre is available at low cost to
EETimes.com - It's official: NXP files IPO
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Thursday, 15 April 2010
Frontier aims for £20 digital radio
Posted on 12:04 by Unknown
Verona all in one tuner for WorldDMB Profile 1 radios
Frontier Silicon has developed an all-in-one tuner that it says will enable digital radios under £20, vital to support the switch-off of analogue radio services in the next few years. The Verona tuner has been designed to remove every aspect of cost while maintaining good quality, long battery life and excellent receiver sensitivity.
Frontier Silicon has developed an all-in-one tuner that it says will enable digital radios under £20, vital to support the switch-off of analogue radio services in the next few years. The Verona tuner has been designed to remove every aspect of cost while maintaining good quality, long battery life and excellent receiver sensitivity.
Intel aims for SmartGrid with sensor technology
Posted on 07:48 by Unknown
Researchers at Intel have invented a new wireless device to make the collection of energy data easy and inexpensive for consumers. The experimental, low-cost sensor need only be plugged into the house wiring to instantaneously measure and wirelessly report the power consumption of each electrical load in the home through the voltage drop on the supply. The technology could be easily deployed
Intel moves to on-chip PCIe as Tunnel Creek takes off
Posted on 07:43 by Unknown
Well, Intel's launch of Tunnel Creek is very interesting for the embedded market. A new 3W system on chip based around the Atom core with various useful peripherals, ther are already several designs being based around it.
The key aspect is that, for the first time, it will let other companies create PCI Express-compliant devices that directly connect to the chip, which offers new
The key aspect is that, for the first time, it will let other companies create PCI Express-compliant devices that directly connect to the chip, which offers new
Tuesday, 13 April 2010
Honeywell develops space hardened SERDES chip
Posted on 12:55 by Unknown
Image via WikipediaSERDES circuit selected for International Space Station, up to 3.125 Gbit/s per channel Honeywell has developed a serialiser/
Blackberry maker buys QNX operating system to get into cars
Posted on 12:06 by Unknown
Audio and automotive equipment maker Harman is to sell its QNX real time operating system business to Balackberry-maker Research In Motion (RIM).
Somehow, the two companies expect this to further strengthen QNX penetration in the automotive market, despite RIM's focus on mobile systems and lack of experience in the market. Much more likely is the proximity argument - both QNX and RIM are based
GE looks at ultra thin OLED lighting
Posted on 08:20 by Unknown
Flexible paper-thin lighting sheets
GE Lighting has teamed up with Konica Minolta (KM) to develop sheets of OLED that could be as thin as a sheet of paper, potentially changing the design of homes and electronic systems dramatically when production starts next year.
“Lighting is becoming more than just a functional, utilitarian aspect of an environment,” says Zoltan Vamos, GE
GE Lighting has teamed up with Konica Minolta (KM) to develop sheets of OLED that could be as thin as a sheet of paper, potentially changing the design of homes and electronic systems dramatically when production starts next year.
“Lighting is becoming more than just a functional, utilitarian aspect of an environment,” says Zoltan Vamos, GE
OLED lighting patent filings see explosive growth since 2000
Posted on 07:57 by Unknown
Growth coincides with increasing UK Government funding of OLED lighting
OLED lighting patents filings are growing rapidly with more than 90% of filings appearing since 2000 according to the latest OLED Lighting: A review of the patent landscape report from cintelliq. This recent study identifies more than 1,800 patents focused on white OLED for lighting applications.
According
Imec creates a 'virtual' camera
Posted on 00:52 by Unknown
The Imec research centre in Belgium has developed a revolutionary new video technology for dynamic viewing and advanced image manipulation.
The iVC camera turns the input from fixed cameras into a 3D space where the Director or cameraman has the total freedom to choose any angle or distance to the action, giving the Director a flying camera that he can easily steer anywhere he wants to find
The iVC camera turns the input from fixed cameras into a 3D space where the Director or cameraman has the total freedom to choose any angle or distance to the action, giving the Director a flying camera that he can easily steer anywhere he wants to find
Monday, 12 April 2010
Universal power standard slowly edges forward
Posted on 06:49 by Unknown
Part 1 looking at interfaces
The Qi Wireless Power Consortium has delivered the first part of its interoperability specification to its members having taken over a year since the group was formed in December 2008.
The“System Description Wireless Power Transfer, Volume 1, Low Power, Part 1: Interface Definition, Version 1.00 Release Candidate 1”, finally allows consortium members to begin
The Qi Wireless Power Consortium has delivered the first part of its interoperability specification to its members having taken over a year since the group was formed in December 2008.
The“System Description Wireless Power Transfer, Volume 1, Low Power, Part 1: Interface Definition, Version 1.00 Release Candidate 1”, finally allows consortium members to begin
Akamai sees record of 3.4Tbit/s for web content
Posted on 06:23 by Unknown
Over 3.4 Terabits per second of Web traffic, 12m requests per second
The global network of Akamai Technologies reached an all-time high for total content served last week Driven by demand for premium online coverage of major sporting events as well as customer product announcements and software releases, the Akamai EdgePlatform reached a new, single-day peak of 3.45 Terabits per second (
Low cost PCIe development kit accelerates system design
Posted on 04:00 by Unknown
Achieve Working PCI Express Hardware in Thirty Minutes
Lattice Semiconductor has developed a low cost PCI Express development kit for its LatticeECP3 family of low power FPGAs. Based on a new ECP3 PCI Express solutions board, the kit accelerates development of PCI Express designs. The kit has been developed from the ground up to accelerate the evaluation of PCI Express technology,
Lattice Semiconductor has developed a low cost PCI Express development kit for its LatticeECP3 family of low power FPGAs. Based on a new ECP3 PCI Express solutions board, the kit accelerates development of PCI Express designs. The kit has been developed from the ground up to accelerate the evaluation of PCI Express technology,
NXP develops new class of digital controller with ARM Corex-M4
Posted on 03:53 by Unknown
Shows first working silicon at 150MHz
NXP Semiconductors has developed a new class of digital signal controller based on the ARM Cortex-M4 processor core using an ultra low-leakage 90-nm process technology. This enables performance in excess of 150MHz, as well as very low active power consumption. In addition, the MCUs will offer extremely low power down currents using design techniques
NXP Semiconductors has developed a new class of digital signal controller based on the ARM Cortex-M4 processor core using an ultra low-leakage 90-nm process technology. This enables performance in excess of 150MHz, as well as very low active power consumption. In addition, the MCUs will offer extremely low power down currents using design techniques
NTT develops multi-standard FPGA design for next generation 1080i 60 video
Posted on 01:04 by Unknown
NTT Electronicst has developed an FPGA version of a multi-standard single chip LSI for both H.264/AVC 4:2:2 10-bit (including AVC-Intra 100/50) and MPEG-2 4:2:2 decoding
In the broadcasting industry, various types of H.264/AVC 4:2:2 10-bit equipment are available for the recording, editing, storage and transmission of high-quality (high-definition) video. NTT
In the broadcasting industry, various types of H.264/AVC 4:2:2 10-bit equipment are available for the recording, editing, storage and transmission of high-quality (high-definition) video. NTT
Tuesday, 6 April 2010
Sharp Develops 3D Touchscreen LCD for 3D without glasses
Posted on 02:12 by Unknown
Sharp has developed a 3D touchscreen LCD for portable devices that has the industry’s highest brightness that can switch between 2D and 3D modes. Users can view 3D images without the need to wear special glasses, making this LCD ideal for mobile devices such as digital cameras, mobile phones, and smartphones, and there is speculation that it could be used for the next generation of
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