Agilent Acquires Optical Transceiver Test Assets from PXIT
Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) and PXIT Inc. announced they have signed a definitive agreement for Agilent to purchase assets of the optical transceiver test segment of PXIT. PXIT, based in Lexington, Mass., is a leading provider of cost-effective signal integrity testing solutions for broadband optical transceiver manufacturers. The transaction is subject to standard closing conditions. Financial details were not disclosed.
MOSAID Acquires Pseudo-Static Random Access Memory Patents
MOSAID Technologies Incorporated (TSX: MSD) announced that it has acquired a portfolio of nine patents related to Pseudo-Static Random Access Memory (PSRAM) technology. The portfolio consists of three United States patents, three Taiwanese patents and three Korean counterpart patents. Following a due diligence review, MOSAID obtained all rights and titles to the patents for an undisclosed amount from a private company.
ST Prototypes Microchip for Biological Sample Preparation, Manipulation
STMicroelectronics (NYSE), one of the world’s leading suppliers of microfluidic devices, has announced that it has designed a complete prototype device able to collect and manipulate specific biological molecules. Combined with ST’s proven laboratory-on-chip technology, ST’s research project is paving the way for the development of low-cost disposable chips that automate the quick preparation, analysis and evaluation of medical and forensic biological samples.
TeamF1 Receives VPNC Certification for Embedded IPsec, IKE Stack
TeamF1, Inc., the leader in embedded security, announced that V-IPSecure – its high-performance implementation of IPsec and IKE protocols for IPv4 and IPv6 – successfully passed all the Virtual Private Network Consortium’s (VPNC) interoperability tests for IPsec VPN systems. This certification continues the company’s long-standing commitment to provide the embedded market with lean and robust security software complying with stringent industry standards.
Sony Playstation 3 Features Rambus XDR and FlexIO Interface Solutions
Consumer devices are setting the pace for innovation in digital electronics. Rising consumer demands for richer graphics, stunning visuals and real-world physics require technology at the leading-edge. At Rambus (NASDAQ:RMBS), this type of innovation is a core competence, and Rambus is proud to announce that its XDR(TM) memory and FlexIO(TM) processor bus interface technologies are featured in the Playstation(R)3 (PS3(TM)) computer entertainment system.
Freescale i.MX21 Applications Processor Powers Iwatsu IP Videophone
Freescale Semiconductor Japan Ltd., announced that Freescale’s i.MX21 applications processor is integrated into the new IP videophone NR-IPKTV developed by Iwatsu Electric Co.,Ltd. The NR-IPKTV is a versatile phone designed for business use, integrating a camera and a high-resolution color LCD which allows for touch-panel operation.
Safety- and Mission-Critical System Drive Test Automation Tools
Technology advances have enabled device manufacturers to introduce a wide variety of functionality and features in an ever-expanding universe of computing platforms. The demands for increased functionality are driving the volume and complexity of code that needs to be developed and tested, which is adding more pressure to shrinking product development cycles.
Hitec, Kaizen Offer Fast Turn-Around Prototypes, Volume Manufacturing
Cambridge metalwork company, Hitec and electronics manufacturer, Kaizen Technology have formed a strategic alliance that will offer high tech firms a ‘one-stop-shop’ for fast turn-around prototypes and volume manufacture. This alliance brings together a wealth of manufacturing expertise and high value manufacturing technology, offering European technology developers possibly the best opportunity for fast product development.
LG Electronics Selects Esmertec’s Jbed Java Virtual Machine
Esmertec(TM) (SWX:ESMN), a focused provider of software and services to communications device manufacturers and mobile telecom operators, is pleased to announce that LG Electronics (LGE), a major global player in electronics and mobile communications, has selected Esmertec’s Jbed(TM) solution as the exclusive Java(TM) Virtual Machine (JVM) for all its GSM-based “Chocolate” phones.
Emerson Unveils Astec 50W AC-DC Power Adapters with Triple Outputs
Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), launched a series of high efficiency 50 Watt external ac-dc power adapters featuring triple outputs. The new Astec DPT50 series comprises four models, offering users a wide choice of fully regulated output voltages. All four models have a universal input that accommodates any voltage in the range 90-264 Vac and 127-300 Vdc, making them suitable for use anywhere in the world.
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