Diodes Incorporated is targeting growth opportunities in USB Type-C technology, and lower power operation needs, with two new bit-level retimers. The DIODES PI2DPT1021 and PI2DPT821 devices are for use in laptop and desktop PCs, as well as docking stations, computer peripherals, game consoles, and active cables. They provide a compelling combination of industry-leading power efficiency in line with […]
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DDR5 MCR dual In-line memory module called world’s fastest server DRAM
SK hynix Inc. announced that it has developed working samples of DDR5* Multiplexer Combined Ranks (MCR) Dual In-line Memory Module, the world’s fastest server DRAM product. The new product has been confirmed to operate at the data rate of minimum 8Gbps, and at least 80% faster than the 4.8Gbps of the existing DDR5 products. Double Data […]
Multilayer ceramic inductors target automotive wireless apps
Würth Elektronik now offers WE-MCI — a series of high-frequency inductors boasting a wide range of values: The 0402 package covers inductance values from 1 to 270 nH, while the WE-MCIs in a 0603 package range from 1 to 470 nH. A special feature of these automotive-approved components is their unusually tight tolerances of ±5% or ±0.3 […]
Debugging system connects to embedded computers via USB
SEGGER’s emVNC-Server (Virtual Network Computing) makes it possible to see the display of, and operate, an embedded system via USB. For an embedded system with a display, this display can be mirrored on the remote computer. For an embedded system without a display, the virtual display content can be shown. Being able to connect to the embedded […]
Precision timing platform integrates radio and synchronization timing devices
SiTime has announced a new precision timing platform, Elite RF, that simplifies timing architecture in wireless infrastructure. The Elite RF Super-TCXO enables higher bandwidth and lower latency which is critical to future 5G and satellite communications deployment. This new platform expands SiTime’s SAM by $150M with target applications such as infrastructure radios in small cells, […]
SerDes IC complies with ASA Motion Link standard, provides 16Gbps for automotive camera apps
VSI, a developer of high-speed communication semiconductors for vehicles, has introduced the industry’s first commercial serializer/deserializer (SerDes) solution that complies with the Automotive SerDes Alliance (ASA) standard. The VS775 provides a data transmission rate of up to 16 Gbps so that the ECU can quickly process high-resolution image data collected by vehicle image sensors, especially […]
MOSA and SOSA join the lexicon of military frameworks: Part 1
These two military-focused architectural standards provide approaches to system-level development and sensor-centric designs. The military services have long had a dilemma with respect to technical standards and the long-term viability and compatibility of associated systems. On one side, they would like to be able to leverage the latest, newest technologies for the performance and cost […]
VS Code Extensions for code building/debugging enhance/streamline embedded development workflows
IAR Systems has announced that the most recent IAR Build and IAR C-SPY Visual Studio (VS) Code Extensions v1.20 are compatible with all the latest versions of IAR Embedded Workbench and include symmetric multicore debugging, support for more advanced breakpoint types, and a customizable build toolbar. These new features of IAR’s popular VS Code extensions […]
Low Earth Orbit satellite simulation speeds GNSS/PNT testing
Spirent Communications plc announced the availability of SimORBIT, the first high-accuracy orbital modeling software solution specifically developed for Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite simulation. Created in partnership with spaceborne receiver developer SpacePNT, Spirent SimORBIT enables developers to calculate LEO orbits and their distinctive characteristics more precisely and realistically for GNSS/PNT testing. Testing space-based applications in […]
Dual-channel USB Type-C protocol decoder supports USB PD 3.1 SPR, PPS, QC Protocols
Diodes Incorporated has announced a highly integrated dual-channel USB Type-C protocol decoder. The DIODES AP43776Q supports USB power delivery (PD) 3.1 standard power range (SPR) and programmable power supply (PPS) as well as Quick Charge QC5, fast charging protocols. It also supports legacy battery charging (BC) 1.2 and is highly optimized for multi-port automotive USB device […]