As semiconductor manufacturers build ever smaller components, circuits and chips at the nano scale become less reliable and more expensive to produce. The variability in their behavior from device to device and over their lifetimes ? due to manufacturing, aging-related wear-out, and varying operating environments ? is largely ignored by today’s mainstream computer systems. Now […]
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Replacement Tubes Offered for GE’s Entire Line of CT Products
At AHRA, medical imaging components manufacturer, Dunlee, will feature the Reevo 240G replacement CT tube. This tube is specifically designed as a replacement for use in the GE LightSpeed VCT and Pro 16 CT series systems. SOURCE
Online IGBT Selection Tool Optimizes Power Management Design
International Rectifier, IR, a world leader in power management technology, has launched a new online insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) selection tool that enables design optimization in a wide range of applications. IR’s new IGBT selection tool evaluates application conditions, including bus voltage, switching frequency, and short circuit protection requirements. Located at mypower.irf.com/IGBT, the online […]
Differential Pressure Sensors Available in Failsafe Versions
Sensirion has launched new versions of its acclaimed SDP600 series, which are able to perform certified failsafe measurements. The digital SDP600 differential pressure sensors are already used successfully in medical applications and feature excellent long-term stability as well as the highest degree of sensitivity and accuracy, especially at very low pressure differences. The new models, […]
Intel to buy security co. McAfee in $7.68B deal
NEW YORK (AP) — Intel Corp. said Thursday it is buying computer-security software maker McAfee Inc. for $7.68 billion as the chip-maker adds to its arsenal of tools to serve an increasing array of Internet-connected devices, including mobile phones. The $48-per-share price represents a 60 percent premium over McAfee’s Wednesday close of $29.93. McAfee shares […]
VI Systems begins shipping circular VCSEL arrays
With seven channels for data rates of up to 5 Gbit/s per channel, the VCSEL delivers an operating wavelength of 850 nm and is available in a ringlike 6 + 1 channel configuration with one emitter in the center. It is suitable for short and very short reach optical receivers and transceiver modules used in […]
Flir to buy advanced sensor maker
The acquisition expands Flir’s capabilities into advanced sensors for chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear and explosives detection for the defense and homeland security markets, the company said. Under terms of the agreement, a Flir subsidiary will initiate a cash tender offer to buy all outstanding shares of ICx for $7.55 per share and will acquire shares […]
Light-amplifying metamaterial created
The metamaterials have been plagued by a major limitation: too much light is “lost” or absorbed by metals such as silver and gold contained in the metamaterials, making them impractical for optical devices. This illustration shows the structure of a new device created by Purdue researchers to overcome a fundamental obstacle in using new “metamaterials” […]
Watlow Releases New ‘Simply the Best Heating Solutions’ Catalog
Watlow’s new “Simply the Best Heating Solutions” product catalog includes descriptions and specifications for the full line of Watlow’s electric industrial heaters to fit a wide scope of applications and needs. Opening the catalog, a heater selection matrix describes eight heater types and their applications. Information: www.watlow.com. SOURCE
Norman Noble Has Redesigned Website
The Norman Noble company website has been redesigned. The new site utilizes cascading style sheets; new navigation buttons; a redefined capabilities and support services page; redesigned pages dedicated to stent and orthopedic implant manufacturing; streaming video; and many more resources. Information: www.nnoble.com. SOURCE