The semiconductor industry has a history of evolution and revolution, both from a technological and a business point of view. Yet there is little agreement amongst industry leaders on how to forge a path forward in this moment in time. Today, we continue a dialogue with semiconductor pundits and industry leaders quoted in a volume…
DetailsTE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) today reported results for the fiscal third quarter ended June 27, 2014. Third Quarter Highlights Net sales increased to $3.58 billion, up 4 percent versus the prior year Adjusted Earnings Per Share were $1.00, up 14 percent versus the prior year and at the high end of our guidance range…
DetailsEl Segundo, Calif. — Although ultra-high-definition televisions (UHD TVs) continue to make gains, their share of the overall flat-panel market remains low, likely due to their high pricing, which can be several times the cost of LCD TVs, according to a new report from IHS Technology. The other obstacles are the price of the UHD panels and…
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I'm a big proponent of engineers learning financial basics. Why? Because engineers are making decisions all the time, in multiple ways. Having a good financial understanding guides these decisions better. Even if an engineer remains as an individual contributor as opposed to going into management, experienced engineers often become thought leaders in their organizations, involved…
DetailsJameco Electronics is giving away free electronic components every week through its Free Friday promotional program. Anyone who visits www.Jameco.com/Free has the opportunity to order the week’s featured item for $0.00 and only pay for shipping, or fill out a form to send a brief message describing why Jameco should pick up the cost of…
DetailsLaFox, Ill. – Richardson RFPD, Inc. announced today the availability and full design support capabilities for a new silicon carbide power Z-FET® from Cree, Inc. The C2M0040120D is a 1200V, 40mOhm RDS(on) SiC MOSFET that features N-channel enhancement mode and is available in a TO-247-3 package. Benefits of the C2M0040120D include higher system efficiency, reduced cooling requirements, and increased system…
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How do you explain business situations and supply chain management practices in a way that gets kids excited? You make a game of it. Business on the Move has done just that. The hope is that the recently launched board game, sponsored by 50 logistics-related companies and institutions, spurs business interest among younger generations and…
DetailsMouser Electronics, Inc., a leading engineering resource and global distributor of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced that it has added the Midwest Microwave line from Emerson Network Power Connectivity Solutions, to its extensive lineup of component solutions. The Midwest Microwave product line, now available for same-day shipping from Mouser Electronics, offers coaxial microwave components known for precision performance and…
DetailsSTMicroelectronics Reports 2014 Second Quarter and First Half Financial Results Second quarter net revenues and gross margin improved sequentially to $1.86 billion and 34%, respectively Second quarter net result returned to profit Nano2017 R&D program approved by the European Union Capital structure strengthened with $1 billion senior unsecured convertible bond financing in July 2014 Geneva…
DetailsAliso Viejo, Calif. — Microsemi Corporation (Nasdaq: MSCC), a leading provider of semiconductor solutions differentiated by power, security, reliability and performance, today announced it has acquired Cork, Ireland-based Mingoa, a leading provider of semiconductor IP for hardware accelerated Ethernet OAM and embedded tests. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Mingoa, founded in 2009 as a…
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