The European photovoltaic (PV) solar market is undergoing a transition as the era of generous subsidies comes to an end. System prices continue to plummet as Chinese manufacturers exert pricing pressure on their European counterparts, forcing inefficient companies to exit the market as evidenced by a number of top players being forced to close their […]
New additions to the Powerstax Multistax and Medistax low profile configurable power supply ranges offer low acoustic noise power solutions for audio,...
Renesas Electronics introduced Smart Analog, a technology innovation that stands to have a radical effect on the way engineers implement sensors in embedded designs. Modern sensor devices are complex systems that require tuning of circuitry to convert the analog signals produced by the sensor itself into a signal appropriate for a microcontroller’s (MCU) analog-to-digital converter […]
From 27 to 29 November 2012 in Moscow’s Crocus Expo, the international Power Electronics exhibition and conference will take place. The exhibitors...
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) announced third-quarter revenue of $3.39 billion, net income of $784 million and earnings per share of 67 cents. EPS includes 7 cents of charges associated with the company’s acquisition of National Semiconductor and restructuring that were comprehended in TI’s outlook provided in September. EPS also includes a benefit of 22 cents […]
In connection with the previously announced company program 2014, Siemens will modify its business strategy and organizational setup with respect to renewable...
Audi and STMicroelectronics have announced a strategic relationship to drive the pace of automotive innovation by creating advanced semiconductor solutions. Together, Audi and ST will co-develop semiconductor solutions in three key areas of automotive design: reduction of CO2 emissions, safety and security, infotainment and comfort. The collaboration of the companies aims to drive innovation actively […]
Murata launched the UCR100 series of DC-DC converters from Murata Power Solutions designed specifically for railway power conversion and battery applications. Accommodating...
KEMET has announced the grand opening of its new Film facility in Skopje, Republic of Macedonia. The company broke ground on this facility in August of 2011 as part of the company’s restructuring of its Film and Electrolytic business. The facility will allow for a significant reduction in cost while increasing total production capability. “Today’s […]
Infineon Technologies expands its portfolio of the 3rd generation Reverse Conducting (RC) Soft Switching IGBT (Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) introducing 1200V and 1350V devices in 30A and 40A, thus responding to the growing demand for higher reliability. The company has a strong record in resonant switching IGBT technologies well-suited for induction cooking applications. The 3rd […]
Safran announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement with Goodrich Corporation, a subsidiary of United Technologies, to acquire the electrical power systems activities of Goodrich (Goodrich Electric Power Systems – GEPS), a leading supplier of on-board aerospace electrical power systems. The cash consideration for the transaction amounts to approximately EUR 310 million. These […]
STMicroelectronics has revealed the first full-digital audio-amplifier system-on-chip family suitable for use in dash-mounted sound-system control panels in the car. Class-D amplifiers...
HELLA is partnering with Bender to develop a new isolation monitor for lithium-ion batteries which facilitates the safe and reliable operation of high voltage batteries for electric and advanced hybrid vehicles. HELLA’s advancement in developing an electronic system for monitoring lithium-ion batteries provides battery management algorithms to measure and monitor current, voltage, and temperature. The […]
Nokia is testing a new solar charging accessory in Nigeria and Kenya, as the company hopes to make it easier for people...
Dutch driver manufacturer Lumotech has expanded its portfolio with a 100 Watt Constant Current LED driver with an adjustable current output, the...