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ELECTRONICSTALK
The Independent Weekly Product Information Guide
for Electronics Engineers
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London, UK
Published every Tuesday at 12:30 (UK)
Issue 7: 20 March 2001
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904 product announcements and technical articles
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In this issue:
* Editor's Message
* Our Top Ten new Products Selection
1. Program clones devices from obsolete processes
2. Celoxica offers a free go at FPGA design
3. High-speed interfaces run up to 5GHz
4. Java-compatible platform for GSM networks
5. Lightweight high-density switcher
6. Impressive speed claim for DMMs
7. High-precision audio and vibration measurements
8. PICMG CPU board delivers 1GHz performance
9. Low-cost load for stand-alone or ATE control
10. Software simplifies complex wiring harnesses
* New Technical Articles and Case Studies
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Laurence Marchini, Editor, writes:
What a week! The exhibition circuit is back in full swing, products are being launched in ever-increasing numbers, and as a result Electronicstalk is getting bigger and bigger, with well over a hundred stories added.
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NATIONAL REPORTS THIRD QUARTER DOWN ON 2000
National Semiconductor has reported net income of $48.9 million, or 27 cents per share, on revenues of $475.6 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2001, which ended the 25th February.
National Semiconductor, 14 March 2001
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FIRST 64BIT PROCESSOR IN SPACE
High-Reliability Components Corp has developed the first 64bit RISC microprocessor chip for space applications.
MIPS Technologies, 16 March 2001
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SECOND-ROUND FUNDING KEEPS ANADIGM ON TRACK
Analogue semiconductor designer Anadigm has secured GBP10 million of second-round funding led by 3i, with co-investment from Quester and NIF.
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MOTOROLA AND ELMOS TO DEVELOP AUTOMOTIVE ICS
Motorola and Elmos Semiconductor have announced a long-term partnership to jointly drive innovative architectures for the automotive market.
Motorola SPS, 19 March 2001
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TDK TAKES CSR BLUETOOTH CORE FROM SILEX
TDK Systems Europe has chosen CSR (Cambridge Silicon Radio) technology for its forthcoming Bluetooth products.
Silex Communications, 20 March 2001
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SIGE TO DEVELOP TUNER FOR PANASONIC MODULE
SiGe Semiconductor and Matsushita Electronic Components are to develop a high-performance single chip tuner for the broadband and cable telephony market.
SiGe Semiconductor, 20 March 2001
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QS9000 CERTIFICATION FOR CHIP PACKAGER
ST Assembly Test Services (STATS) has received Quality System Requirements QS9000 certification.
ST Assembly Test Services, 19 March 2001
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OUR TOP TEN NEW PRODUCTS SELECTION
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1. Program clones devices from obsolete processes
Silway announces the introduction of the SILClone program, a systematic conversion methodology that successfully ports strategic mixed-signal and digital products previously processed with obsolete technologies. The SILClone program is focused on devices previously developed for 4- to 1.2-micron gate arrays or full custom technologies. Using as inputs the available data from the initial product (specification, schematics, GDS2 layout file, test vectors etc), this methodology secures the development lead time and compliance with the original device.
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2. Celoxica offers a free go at FPGA design
Celoxica DK1 Eval is a free evaluation version of the Celoxica DK1 design suite that is restricted to compilations for simulation only, with no EDIF or VHDL output capability. With this evaluation version of the design suite engineers can build functional, accurate modules of designs without real hardware. This powerful version of the design suite is available, free of charge from the Celoxica website.
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3. High-speed interfaces run up to 5GHz
Available from Genalog, a new range of high speed interfaces has been designed to operate at frequencies from 10MHz to 5GHz. All units are fully tested for impedance, attenuation, crosstalk, propagation delay and rise time. Standard pitches available are 0.5mm with up to 200 inputs/outputs, 0.64mm with 160 I/Os and 0.8mm with 140 I/Os. 2mm pitch is an option.
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4. Java-compatible platform for GSM networks
TTPCom has announced an integrated software solution that brings Java technology to GSM, GPRS and 3G mobile phones and wireless devices. TTPCom is the first independent designer of wireless technology to produce a Java-compatible platform for GSM networks, with Java handsets only currently being available for CDMA networks, for example, in Japan. The new Java 2 Micro Edition (J2ME) standard is emerging as a key requirement for the delivery of next generation value added services for wireless, providing significant benefits to device manufacturers, application developers, content providers, operators and consumers.
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5. Lightweight high-density switcher
Now available from Swindon based design specialist, UR (Ultimate Renaissance); a range of highly efficient 60W AC/DC power supplies that provide power densities exceeding 7W/in3 in a 50.8 x 101.6 x 20.3mm package. The VLT60 Series of open frame switchers is available with single or multiple outputs, at various voltages, and features efficiencies in excess of 85%. The range has high MTBF of above 250,000 hours and universal inputs, ranging from 90 to 264V AC.
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6. Impressive speed claim for DMMs
Fluke 170 Series Digital Multimeters (DMMs) come with lifetime warranties and the latest category IV safety ratings. The tough and accurate tools are designed specifically for demanding front-line industrial, electrical and electronic technicians and engineers for use up to 1000V and 10A AC or DC. The new Fluke 170 Series, which includes the 175, 177 and 179 models, was developed for use in environments that range from relatively "clean" bench areas to some of the harshest work environments known. The 170 Series is built based on extensive research into what this broad range of users requires in a DMM.
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7. High-precision audio and vibration measurements
For the first time on the PXI platform, engineers can make precision audio and vibration measurements with the National Instruments NI4472. With 24bit A/D convertors, the NI 4472 is one of the most accurate products available for audio and vibration applications, delivering 120dB of dynamic range over a bandwidth of 45kHz. With simultaneous sampling and PXI star trigger bus features, the NI4472 is ideal for creating high-channel count audio and vibration systems. The NI4472 features eight simultaneously sampled analogue input channels.
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8. PICMG CPU board delivers 1GHz performance
Based on the Intel 810E chipset, the Rocky3782 full-size PICMG CPU board supports an Intel Socket 370 Celeron through to a 1GHz Pentium III processor. The board offers a wide range of features for demanding performance requirements, including support for up to133MHz FSB, an Ultra DMA66 IDE interface, onboard 160Mbyte/s Ultra160 SCSI with dual channel connectors as well as dual Intel 82559 10/100Mbit/s Ethernet chips.
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9. Low-cost load for stand-alone or ATE control
Available now from Schaffner EMC Ltd is a new low-cost electronic load designed for testing both 48 and 24V telecomms power systems and for battery discharge testing. The PowTek load is rated at 4kW. It can either operate as a stand-alone unit with its own manual control panel or be integrated into a Schaffner ATE system under the PowerStar 5 test executive. In construction and operation, the load is similar to conventional FET adjustable electronic loads, but the main difference is that it incorporates series power resistors, allowing a significant cost saving over a pure electronic load. The one-off cost is just GBP2500, making it suitable for other general-purpose test applications.
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10. Software simplifies complex wiring harnesses
Innoveda has announced TransOVM, a powerful options and variants manger that significantly simplifies the time-consuming, often frustrating process of designing complex wiring harnesses for large-scale projects such as automobiles, aircraft, and farm and construction equipment. TransOVM further bolsters Innoveda's TransDesign tool suite, the industry's first fully integrated solution for automated electrical system design that covers the design process from concept to manufacturing support. While other tools limit design teams to designing and managing each wiring harness independently, TransOVM enables teams to plan a large-scale design through a straightforward user interface that links the wiring content of all harnesses involved back to common schematics.
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INTERSIL'S ENDURA TECHNOLOGY WINS VRM 9.0 MARKET
The three largest global suppliers of VRM 9.0 voltage regulator modules (VRMs) have chosen Intersil's Endura current-sharing technology to power the latest Intel Pentium 4 processors.
Intersil, 14 March 2001
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POTTING SYSTEM HANDLES 720 CONNECTORS PER HOUR
Augat Automotive's potting operation is smooth and predictable, allowing a single operator to produce four 80-pin power-train connectors every 20 seconds.
Integrated Dispensing Systems, 19 March 2001
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GRAPHICAL PROGRAMMING AIDS GENE RESEARCH
BitBox has completed a project for Techne of Cambridge to incorporate touch-sensitive graphical display programming methods into its Touchgene molecular biology thermal cycling equipment.
Bitbox, 14 March 2001
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TEKTRONIX SHIPS WORLD'S FASTEST REAL-TIME SCOPES
Gennum, a major supplier of components, integrated circuits and subsystems to the video markets, has selected Tektronix digital phosphor oscilloscopes (DPOs) for use in its new development labs.
Tektronix, 19 March 2001
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LOW-POWER DUAL PLL FREQUENCY SYNTHESISERS
A new series of dual phase-locked loop (PLL) frequency synthesisers designed by Fujitsu feature extremely low power consumption, fast lock times and ultrasmall packaging.
Fujitsu Microelectronics Europe, 14 March 2001
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LOW-COST GATE ARRAYS COMPETE WITH LOW-END FPGAS
Dedicated NEC distributor Sunrise Electronics has announced a new family of gate arrays to directly compete with FPGAs and other programmable logic devices for low- to mid-count gate array designs.
Sunrise Electronics, 15 March 2001
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CONTROLLER AND SWITCH COMBINE TO CUT PSU CHIPCOUNT
New from Fairchild Semiconductor, the FSDH0165 power switch combines a voltage-mode PWM controller and SenseFET power switching element in a single 8-lead package.
Fairchild Semiconductor, 19 March 2001
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MCM PACKAGING SHRINKS STEPPER MOTOR DRIVER
The TA84002F stepper motor driver from Toshiba Electronics uses an innovative multichip module design to improve thermal performance and reduce board space requirements.
Toshiba Electronics Europe, 20 March 2001
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LARGE CAN CAPACITORS ARE GETTING SMALLER
Panasonic has announced two new series of large can, aluminium electrolytic capacitors that combine a wide range of CV values with case size reductions as high as 40%.
Panasonic Industrial Europe, 15 March 2001
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RESISTORS CHIP INTO SPACE-LIMITED APPLICATIONS
Combining a wide range of resistance values with ultra-miniature package technology, the latest series of chip resistors from Rohm Electronics is ideal for portable electronic devices.
Rohm Electronics (UK), 19 March 2001
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FREQUENCY CONTROL PROGRAMMED IN THE FIELD
Programmable within seconds, CPP series field instantly programmable oscillators (FIPOs) enable designers to develop products much faster and significantly reduce time-to-market.
Young-ECC Electronics, 20 March 2001
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AMINO TO EMBED JAVA IN CONSUMER E-BUSINESS SYSTEMS
Amino Communications has developed a Java environment aimed at the embedded systems market - set-top boxes, PDAs, gateways, seat-back entertainment and telematics devices.
Amino Communications, 20 March 2001
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IP68 WATERPROOF COVER PUTS BUTTONS TO SEA
Danish switch manufacturer MEC has introduced a waterproof cover for its Multimec range of pushbutton switches that provides front panel protection to IP68.
Quiller Electronics, 16 March 2001
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ULTRA-LOW-PROFILE CONNECTORS FOR SD CARDS
Flint Smart is introducing a series of ultra-low-profile connectors to support the integration of Secure Data Flash cards into handheld and portable applications.
Flint, 14 March 2001
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PLASMA CLEANING IMPROVES PACKAGING INTEGRITY
Production Equipment Sales claims the Itrak plasma cleaning system eliminates delamination, improving wirebond strength, ensuring void-free underfill and giving increased die attachment.
Production Equipment Sales, 16 March 2001
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INVERTER POWERS FOUR LAMPS FOR BACKLIGHTING
Taiyo Yuden has announced a new addition to its range of ultracompact inverters designed to drive four cold-cathode fluorescent tubes (CCFT) for LCD backlighting.
Taiyo Yuden Europe, 19 March 2001
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ADAPTER COLLECTS LOGGED DATA BY INFRA-RED
One of the latest industrial communications products available from Amplicon Liveline is an external intelligent SIR IrDA adapter, the IR100S.
Amplicon Liveline, 20 March 2001
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