Qnovo Corp. today announced a new approach to reducing mobile device battery-related returns. Qnovo Analytics (QNA) continuously monitors battery health and provides diagnostics to quickly resolve consumer battery issues. Mobile consumers cite battery issues as a top complaint, yet to date there have been few tools available to quickly pinpoint and resolve battery-related problems. Often this results in the consumer
Texas Instruments, Inc. (TI) today announced the new SimpleLink™ ultra-low power wireless microcontroller (MCU) platform that helps customers go battery-less with energy harvesting or enjoy always-on, coin cell-powered operation for multiple years. With this industry-first technology, customers have the flexibility to develop products that support multiple wireless connectivity standards using a single-chip and identical RF design. The SimpleLink ultra-low power
Analog Devices, Inc. today introduced a single-chip, universal output D/A converter which combines a 16-bit data converter, ±2 ppm / degree C, 2.5-V reference, output buffer and gain scaling function on-chip. The innovative feature set of the AD5761R converter removes the need for external components, including gain setting precision resisters and amplifiers. In data acquisition and actuator control applications, this
NXP Semiconductor N.V. has just released six new medium-power 5-15A Schottky rectifiers (PMEGxEDP) in the CFP15 FlatPower package. Delivering ultra-low forward voltages and high current density in the thinnest package available (0.78 mm), these rectifiers are designed for use in smartphone and tablet chargers. Recommended: Planar Transformers Handle up to 200W Key features and benefits include: Average forward current: IFAV
Coilcraft‘s new RFC Family of leaded power inductors offer a low-cost, high-efficiency option for power supply applications. They are offered in three performance levels: the RFC0807 Series, the RFC0810 Series and the RFC1010 Series. RFCSeriesThe RFC0807 Series is available with 39 inductance values ranging from 12 µH to 18 mH, with saturation current (Isat) ratings up to 6.65 Amps and
Linear Technology Corporationannounces the LT8613, a 6A, 42V-input capable synchronous step-down switching regulator with integrated current sensing. Synchronous rectification delivers efficiency as high as 95% while Burst Mode® operation keeps quiescent current under 3µA in no-load standby conditions. Its 3.4V to 42V input voltage range makes it suited for automotive and industrial applications. Its internal high efficiency switches deliver up
Freescale Semiconductor‘s new Kinetis KV5x MCU family is harnessing the full performance potential of the ARM Cortex-M7 core to enable far-reaching design enhancements in the expansive and rapidly evolving digital motor control market. Electric motors remain the number one source of electricity consumption globally. With the vast majority of deployed motors commonly based on outdated, inefficient technologies, the migration toward
Freescale Semiconductor today introduced an analog dual-path battery charger for wearable and portable Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The single-cell, Li-Ion and Li-Polymer BC3770 charger is fully-programmable, features a small form factor and supports fast charging for portable embedded systems, such as those based on Freescale’s popular i.MX applications processors and Kinetis microcontroller (MCU) products. Recommended: Plug-In Charger Platform with
CISSOID has released CMT-ANTARES; a new fixed-voltage 5V linear voltage regulator ruggedized for high-reliability and high-temperature automotive and industrial applications. CMT-ANTARES delivers up to 200mA to the output load from input voltages between 5.5V and 30V. The output voltage is stabilized to 5V +/- 5% including all possible variations: initial accuracy, temperature changes from -55 up to 175 degrees C
Stadium Power now offers the 800-Watt M1V2-5801V4H 1+1 micro redundant 1U industrial PC power supply for secure bulk power applications including digital imaging, file servers, storage systems, workstations, blade servers, communication systems, telecom/broadcast systems, and industrial PCs. Standard features of the M1V2-5801V4H include 90- to 264-Vac universal input voltage, typical efficiency 88% at 230Vac and operating temperature range 0 to