Analog Devices, Inc., which recently acquired Linear Technology Corporation, announces the LTM8065, a µModule (power module) step-down regulator with up to 40V input voltage (42V abs max), which can safely operate from unregulated or fluctuating 12V to 36V input supplies in noisy environments such as industrial robotics, test and measurement, medical, factory automation and avionics systems. […]
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Expandable embedded box PCs carry 7th/6th Gen Intel Xeon, Core i processors
Acnodes Corporation introduced a new high-performance expandable embedded box PCs with 7th/6th Gen Intel Xeon & Core i processor. Both of these two box PCs are featured in a 4PCI/PCIe expansion slot. The two box PCs also offer 110-230V AC power input with a wide range of working temperature from -20~55°C. Both of the models […]
Power-line communication modem chipset supplied with certified G3-PLC/PRIME protocol stacks
STMicroelectronics announced its new modular Power-Line Communication (PLC) modem chipset. The chipset will provide more flexibility to manufacturers of utility meters, smart-grid nodes, streetlamps, and home and industrial controllers. Three leading global smart-meter manufacturers are already designing solutions based on this new platform. A turnkey solution, the chipset consolidates protocol handling to package and adapt data […]
Ultra-high-voltage 1.75-kW bus converter hits 97% peak efficiency, power density of 700 W/in³
Vicor today introduced a new fixed-ratio, ultra-high-voltage bus converter (UHV BCM) to its bus converter module (BCM) portfolio. The new 700V K of 1/16 BCM offers a power level of 1.75 kW and a peak efficiency of 97%, with a power density of 700W/in³. The device is available in the thermally adept 4414 (111mm x […]
Software Kit aids development of Bluetooth Mesh Networking
The official Bluetooth body, the Special Interest Group (SIG), made a giant leap with the recently released Bluetooth 5 specification that standardizes mesh networking: connecting large numbers of devices capable of communicating among themselves as well as directly with mobile phones. All smartphones currently on the market can connect to objects in Bluetooth Mesh networks […]
High-power NIR laser diodes for gesture control
The new ADL-83Y51TL from Laser Components GmbH offers a high-performance and low-cost solution for any application requiring high power NIR radiation with a longitudinal single mode beam profile. Key application areas would be those using camera-supported gesture controls, as well medical engineering, printing, and security (IR lighting). In CW (continuous wave) mode, the ADL-83Y51TL will […]
LiDAR Sensor accurately measures direction, distance to objects over 60×270-degree viewing angle
Panasonic Corporation announced today that it has developed a 3D LiDAR sensor that accurately measure the direction of and distance to objects with a wide angle of view, which is critical for autonomous operation of mobile robots. Employing Panasonic’s propriety laser-scanning technology, this 3D LiDAR is capable of scanning the laser as wide as up to […]
Voice-over-powerline module targets public address, security systems
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced a new voice-over-power line communication (PLC) solution that enables both data communication and voice communication capabilities over existing power networks. The PLC solution reduces the amount of internal wiring required in buildings, enabling reduced implementation and maintenance costs for public address (PA) systems and security systems. The new solution consists of Renesas’ PLC software modem […]
600-V super-junction power modules target motor drives with new package options, features
New SLLIMM-nano intelligent power modules (IPM) from STMicroelectronics introduce extra package options and integrate additional components to accelerate development and simplify assembly of motor drives from very low power up to 300W. The 3A and 5A modules contain state-of-the-art 600V super-junction MOSFETs to maximize energy efficiency in equipment such as compressors, fans, pumps, and other appliances. A […]
Prioritizer switches in backup supplies, sports low quiescent current
Analog Devices, Inc., which recently acquired Linear Technology Corporation, announces the LTC4418, a dual input power prioritizer for 2.5V to 40V systems. To enable portability, preserve memory during brownouts, and ensure a graceful shutdown on power loss, electronic systems employ batteries and capacitors for backup power. The LTC4418 normally powers the load from the higher […]