The high-tech industry didn’t get to become the economic leader it is today by oozing fear. Its pioneers took huge risks. They seized fleeting opportunities and put all they had on the line. The ones we celebrate today had huge visions and outsized dreams. They locked parents out of the family garage to start businesses,…
DetailsChandler, Ariz., — Microchip Technology Inc. introduces a three-phase BLDC motor gate driver with power module. The MCP8024 device includes functions that power dsPIC digital signal controllers (DSCs) and PIC microcontrollers (MCUs) with capabilities to drive six N-channel MOSFETs. This provides increased efficiency, while lowering system cost and reducing time to market. The MCP8024 operates across…
DetailsExar Corp. introduces the XR3070-78X family of ruggedized RS-485/RS-422 transceivers for harsh industrial environments.
DetailsAnalog Devices claims the industry’s lowest power digital isolators with the introduction of the ADuM144x family.
DetailsEM Microelectronic offers an ultra-low-power Bluetooth SmartController, the EM9301, which is powered by harvested energy or low-voltage, zinc-air batteries to send advertising broadcasts to passing smartphones.
DetailsRFMD launches its first impedance tuner, the RF1105, which offers broad antenna impedance tuning range to optimize efficiency in LTE and HSPA+ cellular devices.
DetailsMaxwell Technologies, Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with SK Innovation, a subsidiary of SK Holdings and Korea’s leading energy provider, to develop next generation energy storage solutions leveraging the complementary characteristics of SK’s lithium ion batteries and Maxwell’s ultracapacitors. The two companies will explore and identify global commercial opportunities for products that enable…
DetailsEmulex Corp., a leader in network connectivity, monitoring and management, has implemented a restructuring plan designed to streamline business operations with the goal of driving long-term shareholder value. This restructuring plan is part of the three-part transformation initiative announced last month to improve profitability, increase cash flow and enhance shareholder value. The restructuring will include…
DetailsJDSU today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Network Instruments, a leading developer of enterprise network and application-performance management solutions for global 2000 companies. JDSU plans to acquire Network Instruments for $200 million in cash, subject to certain adjustments. The companies expect to close the transaction, subject to customary regulatory approvals,…
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CHICAGO — Newark element14, the leading distributor of electronic components and engineering solutions in the Americas and a business of Premier Farnell (LSE:pfl), today announced the launch of an easy-to-use, visual product configurator, designed to help engineers more easily find and purchase the complete line of Schneider Electric 22mm pushbuttons, pilot lights and selector switch…
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