STMicroelectronics A3G4250D 3-Axis Gyroscope Meets AEC-Q100 Standard
STMicroelectronics announced their A3G4250D gyroscope. ST’s A3G4250D IC meets the AEC-Q100 industry-standard qualification for automotive integrated circuits. The 3-axis digital-output gyroscope is ideal for a range of automotive applications, including in-dash navigation, telematics and vehicle tolling systems. Samples of the A3G4250D angular-rate sensor are available now. Volume production will start by the second quarter of this. The ST A3G4250D gyroscope is priced at $6 each (for 1000-unit volume).
Plessey Gains GaN on Silicon Technology by Acquiring CamGaN
Plessey has acquired CamGaN Limited, which is a University of Cambridge spin-out formed to commercialize technologies for the growth of gallium nitride (GaN) high-brightness LEDs on large-area silicon substrates. The large lattice mismatch between GaN and silicon is one of the biggest technological challenges preventing the commercialization of HB LEDs grown on large-area silicon substrates. The new GaN-on-silicon process can overcome this issue.
VLSI Solution Unveils VS1005 All-In-One MP3 Audio System-on-a-Chip
VLSI Solution introduced the VS1005 all-in-one MP3 audio System-on-a-Chip. The VS1005 SoC includes controllers for high-speed USB host/slave, SD card, parallel NAND flash, SPI, Ethernet, S/PDIF, I2S master/slave and UART. The VLSI VS1005 chip is ideal for portable audio devices, docking stations, and portable recorder applications. Engineering samples of the VS1005 are expected to be available in June 2012. Mass production devices are expected in October 2012. The VS1005 System-on-a-Chip is offered in LFGA-88 10x10x0.9 RoHS compatible package.
Technosoft iPOS3602 MX Intelligent Servo Drive
Technosoft introduced their iPOS3602 MX servo drive. The micro-sized pluggable servo drive was developed for motion control applications where space is critical. All basic motor control functions and motion control and PLC features are embedded in the Technosoft servo drive. The iPOS3602 MX can be integrated to a motherboard or PCB machine within seconds. The new servo drive supports CANopen, EtherCAT and TMLCAN. The iPOS3602 MX is a flexible, compact solution for the decentralized control of any rotary or linear brushless, DC brush or step motor up to 75 W (36 V, 2 A).
Texas Instruments TRPGR30TGC and TRPGP40TGC RFID Mini-Transponders
Texas Instruments introduced the TRPGR30TGC and TRPGP40TGC glass encapsulated mini-transponders. The TI devices are the industry’s smallest half-duplex radio frequency identification mini-transponders. The Texas Instruments RFID mini-transponders enable engineers to embed tags into smaller objects across a broader range of applications. The mini-transponders are durable enough for use in applications including tool, medical instrument, package and inventory tracking and safe enough for use in fish and livestock tracking and pet identification. The chips can work for up to 30 years. The TRPGR30TGC and TRPGP40TGC mini-transponders are can be ordered now. The devices are priced at USD $2.90 for 1k units.
New Sony image sensors Feature RGBW Coding and HDR Movie Functions
Sony introduced two CMOS image sensors. The new stacked CMOS image sensors feature RGBW Coding and High Dynamic Range (HDR) Movie functions. RGBW Coding function enables images to be captured with low noise and high picture quality even in low-light conditions. HDR Movie function enables brilliant color to be captured across a broad dynamic range of low-light to bright-light conditions. In addition, Sony has also developed a model with built-in signal processing functionality, an element that usually requires external embedment.
ZMD ZSSC3016 16-bit Sensor Signal Conditioning IC
ZMD AG introduced their ZSSC3016 16-bit sensor signal conditioning IC (SSC) for calibrated resistive sensor modules. The ZSSC3016 features high accuracy amplification, 16-bit precision analog-to-digital conversion, and an 18-bit DSP for linearization and calibration functions. The chip is ideal for use in mobile phones, sport watches or outdoor GPS tracking systems. The ZMD ZSSC3016 is available as die for wafer bonding. Parts are priced at 0.78 Euro (US$1.09) in volumes of 10k. Samples and wafer material are available now.
Maxim Sells Timing, Synchronization and Synthesis Business to Microsemi
Microsemi Corporation has acquired the telecom clock generation, synchronization, packet timing and synthesis business from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (Nasdaq: MXIM). The acquired business unit complements the synchronization and timing products Microsemi obtained in the Zarlink acquisition. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Microchip HID-class MCP2210 USB to SPI Protocol Converter
Microchip Technology introduced their HID-class MCP2210 USB to SPI protocol converter. The MCP2210 is a simple, small-footprint and cost-effective option for adding USB connectivity to SPI-based systems. The Microchip MCP2210 is available in a 20-pin SSOP package for $1.40 each, and a 20-pin 5×5 mm QFN package for $1.52 each, in 5,000-unit quantities. Samples and volume-production orders are available now. A MCP2210 evaluation kit is available for $29.99.
Conexant CX93610 DIFT JPEG Encoder, and CX20752 and CX20754 HD Audio Codecs
Conexant Systems introduced the CX93610 DIFT JPEG encoder, and CX20752 and CX20754 HD audio codecs. The CX93610 is a monolithic mixed signal ASSP that features a 656 camera interface, optional microphone input, low cost, low power and high image compression capability. The CX20752 and CX20754 features integrated stereo filterless class-D amplifier with patented Common Mode Scrambling technology capable of driving 2W-rms per channel at 1% THD+N into 4 ohm load. The CX93610 is priced at $5.00 each (in 1000 unit quantities). Pricing for the CX20752 and CX20754 start at $1.24 and $1.54, respectively (in 10 K quantities).
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