At CES 2017, Tobias Eichenwald, Co-founder and CEO of Senic GmbH, demonstrates a smart home control button that mimics smart phone type touch sensing. In a programmable interface, the touch sensing provides buttons, an analog ring for variable control, touch surface for browsing, and swipe as well as proximity sensing without touch for music, lighting […]
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RF switches optimize transceiver performance in communication applications
CEL is introducing a variety of new RF switches that have been designed as easy drop in replacements for a wide range of existing RF products as well as for new designs. Target markets include test and measurement systems as well as Wi-Fi, ZigBee and Bluetooth routers, sensors, appliances, and other radio-equipped products. RF (Radio […]
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700-V MOSFETs target quasi resonant flyback topologies
Infineon Technologies AG developed the new 700 V CoolMOS™ P7 family to serve today’s and tomorrow’s trends in quasi-resonant flyback topologies. These new MOSFETs offer unmatched performance improvements compared to currently used superjunction technologies. Soft switching topologies like smart phone and tablet chargers but also notebook adapters profit from this advantage. Additionally, the new CoolMOS supports fast […]
Automotive/commercial ESD-rated ceramic caps come in 0603 EIA case size
KEMET, a leading global supplier of electronic components, has introduced electrostatic discharge (ESD) rated ceramic capacitors in small 0603 EIA case size (metric 1608), providing designers a choice of either X7R or C0G dielectric for circuits requiring Class-II or Class-I stability and noise performance. Automotive and commercial grades are available, and a special ordering code […]
Ultra-Thin Supercaps deliver 35 mF in a 20 x 20 x 0.4-mm package
Murata Americas today introduced its DMH series, a new lineup of supercapacitors with a thickness of 0.4mm, a μF order capacitance, low ESR, and the capability to output instantaneous power. The product line delivers a solution to devices with limited space that are challenged by power consumption issues since its slim package can be mounted in underutilized space. Further, the DMH can […]
From the circuit vault on Electro-Tech-Online: Audio
Forum members at EEWorld’s online engineering community Electro-Tech-Online have been sharing their electronic circuit ideas with other members for years. Now we’re featuring some of those circuits and projects you can build on EEWorldonline. Look for future posts featuring power, robotics, high voltage and audio circuits, as well as many others — all created by our […]
Bluetooth module includes antenna connections, SPI, Xtal for consumer/medical apps
Murata Americas today announced the release of its Nordic-based BLE module. The latest WSM device consists of Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF52832 IC, a 32 MHz crystal for timing, and an on-board antenna. Additionally, it contains two pins for an off-board omni-directional antenna and a NFC antenna. The module provides a Serial Port Interface (SPI) and UART interface to Nordic’s nRF52832 M4 Cortex processor. The WSM-BL241-ADA-008 module provides BLE connectivity between […]
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New motherboards optimized for gaming, business apps
Super Micro Computer, Inc. , a global leader in compute, storage, and networking technologies and green computing is introducing an extensive range of next-generation desktop and gaming motherboards and solutions during CES 2017 in the Bellagio Hotel, Penthouse Suite 31063. Fueled by the latest 7th generation Intel® Core™ processor (formerly Kaby Lake) innovations, the new range of […]
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Image processing IC targets drones, action cameras
Socionext Inc. today introduced the new “SC2000”, a new image processing IC designed for drones and action cameras. The SC2000 is a new product from the “M10V” series, an eighth-generation version of Socionext’s Milbeaut Image Processors. It features the latest improvement in Socionext’s proprietary Milbeaut image processing algorithm and achieves the optimum combination of high […]
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Chip set for headsets handles local MP3 playback duties
MediaTek announced the availability of MT2533D, a highly integrated chipset for smart, connected headphones, headsets, earpieces and hands-free systems. The MT2533D is designed for wireless headphones and in-vehicle hands-free systems, giving users an optimal experience whether they are listening or speaking. The MT2533D chipset is also ideal for stand-alone sports headsets or travel earpieces as […]
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