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2012-01 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[gen 12 2012] STMicroelectronics launched the world's first dual-core gyroscope L3G4IS that can simultaneously handle the two functions of user action recognition and camera image stabilization. The innovative system architecture allows equipment manufacturers to perform two different functions with only one gyroscope. To optimize the size, system complexity and cost of smart consumer electronics such as mobil ...

2012-01 Connectors Molex

[gen 11 2012] Molex introduces the enhanced Small Size Pluggable + (zSFP+) Surface Mount Technology (SMT) 20-way connector that delivers outstanding performance for high-speed telecommunications and data communications equipment. Designed specifically for 25 Gbps serial channels in high-speed Ethernet and Fibre Channel, the new zSFP+ interconnect components are scalable for next generation applications and pro ...

2012-01 Power Microchip Technology

[gen 10 2012] Microchip Technology announced the introduction of the PIC24F "GA3" 16-bit flash MCU family with a variety of flexible new low-power sleep modes and the industry's lowest operating currents, expanding its ultra-low power (XLP) MCU product line. The PIC24F "GA3" device has a 150 μA/MHz operating current and six DMA channels, allowing programs to be executed with lower power consumption and greater ...

2012-01 Connectors Renesas Electronics America

[gen 9 2012] Renesas Electronics has announced the BCR8LM-14LK, A highly commutative tridirectional triac switching device that supports rated on-state current RMS (IT (RMS)) 8 amps (A) and rated off-state Repeat peak voltage (VDRM) 700 volts, which can be triggered directly by a single chip microcomputer (MCU). The new three-terminal bidirectional thyristor switching device can be used to drive loads such as ...

2012-01 Connectors Maxwell Technologies

[gen 8 2012] Marvell announced the launch of a new generation of forward-looking platforms that will enable major breakthroughs in the convergence of TV, gaming, streaming, web browsing and social media applications. The platform is equipped with the Marvell ARMADA 1500 HD media single-chip system and has been adopted by the next generation Google TV, which will debut at CES 2012. With Marvell's superior Qdeo ...

2012-01 Power Renesas Electronics America

[gen 7 2012] Renesas Electronics, Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced semiconductors and solutions, has announced the development of the industry's first 40nm process embedded flash memory technology for automotive real-time applications. Renesas will also be the first to introduce 40nm embedded flash microcontrollers (MCUS) for automotive applications using the 40nm process flash technology, with the ...

2012-01 Power Xilinx

[gen 6 2012] Xilinx announced a new target reference design and new development substrate based on the 28 nm Kintex™-7 FPGA to accelerate the development of a new generation of 3D and 4K2K display technologies designed to bring richer immersive experiences to consumers. Includes 4K2K Mosaic, HDTV to 4K2K updrive target reference designs, and a new ACDC (Capture, Provide, Distribute, Consume) 1.0 substrate wit ...

2012-01 Connectors Renesas Electronics America

[gen 5 2012] Renesas Electronics, Inc., a leading global supplier of advanced semiconductors and solutions, has announced the development of the industry's first 40nm process embedded flash memory technology for automotive real-time applications. Renesas will also be the first to introduce 40nm embedded flash microcontrollers (MCUS) for automotive applications using the 40nm process flash technology, with the ...

2012-01 Sensors Maxim Integrated

[gen 4 2012] Maxim Integrated Products introduces the MAX44000 digital ambient light and infrared proximity detection sensor that simulates the ambient light detection of the human eye. Designed with the company's proprietary BiCMOS technology, the IC integrates three optical sensors, two ADCs, and digital circuits in a miniature, 2mm x 2mm x 0.6mm package. The highly integrated design saves valuable board sp ...

2012-01 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[gen 3 2012] STMicroelectronics has announced an inertial sensor module that integrates triaxial acceleration and angular velocity sensors in a 3x5.5x1mm miniature package. The new product is a six-degree-of-freedom iNEMO sensor module, nearly 20% smaller than ST's existing products, and brings advanced motion sensing capabilities to today's space-constrained consumer electronics applications (such as smartph ...

2012-01 Power Molex

[gen 2 2012] Molex expands its CMC product line with a pin-compatible 1 54 circuit connector, as well as 32 and 112 circuit soldered mounting connectors. Designed specifically for high conductivity and harsh environment applications, the CMC is the industry standard interface for automotive and transportation powertrain applications, including engine control units (ECUs), automatic transmissions, suspension c ...

2012-01 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[gen 1 2012] STMicroelectronics, a leading global semiconductor supplier across multiple electronic applications, introduces the MDmesh V power MOSFET transistor that breaks the world record for high voltage power MOSFET transistors. The MDmesh V series is already the highest performing power MOSFET transistor on the market, with the lowest on-state resistance per unit area for the highest energy efficiency a ...