➀ TDK has developed a range of surface-mount high-current common-mode chokes for reflow soldering.
➁ These components can filter common-mode noise for currents ranging from 24A to 36A at +70°C and can achieve even higher currents with additional cooling.
➂ The new chokes are branded as 'SurfIND' and are available in various inductance values from 120 to 820µH, meeting IEC/EN 60938-2 standards.
➀ ITSA reported that Q4 orders in 2024 were the highest since Q2 2022, despite a -4% decrease in revenues year-on-year.
➁ Market segments showed varied performance, with Broadcast up 83%, Medical +48%, Communication +29%, and Mil/Aero +4%.
➂ The UK connector market remained stable in 2024, but 2025 is expected to be cautious with flat revenues and minimal growth.
➀ SemiQ Inc.推出了一款新的1700V SiC MOSFET系列，旨在增强中压高功率转换应用。
➁ 这些MOSFET具有优化系统尺寸、功率密度和成本效益的特点，并通过了AEC-Q101认证。
➂ 新系列还推出了简化系统集成的电源模块。
➀ STMicroelectronics has introduced a new microcontroller series with embedded AI capabilities, boosting AI at the edge.
➁ The STM32N6 series features a Neural-ART Accelerator, providing up to 600 times the ML performance compared to existing STM32 MCUs.
➂ The series is designed for various applications including computer vision, audio processing, and sound analysis, and is supported by ST's Edge AI Suite.
➀ The MSI Codex Z2 gaming PC is currently available for $899 at Best Buy, a $300 discount from its original price of $1199.
➁ It features an AMD Ryzen 5 8400F processor, Nvidia RTX 4060 Ti graphics card, 16GB DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB NVMe SSD.
➂ This budget gaming PC is suitable for 1080p and even some 1440p gaming with its hardware configuration.
➀ ADIY has unveiled a new microcontroller board named ADIY UNO R3, which is an affordable alternative to the popular Arduino UNO R3.
➁ The board features a versatile design suitable for applications like robotics, automation, control systems, and IoT projects.
➂ Key specifications include digital I/O pins, analog input pins, a microcontroller, and communication options such as UART, I2C, and SPI.
➀ Chemi-Con has introduced nanocrystalline core AC and DC common-mode inductors called the FW series, which reduce core volume and the number of copper wire turns.
➁ Compared to the FL-V series, the magnetic permeability of the FW series has improved by approximately 150% at 10kHz.
➂ TTI sees these inductors being used in medical equipment, communication base stations, and industrial equipment.
➀ The ST-Globalfoundries plan to construct a joint FD-SOI 12-inch wafer fab at Crolles has reportedly been put on hold.
➁ The project, which received €2.9 billion in EU subsidies, has seen no significant progress over the past 18 months, raising concerns about its feasibility.
➂ Market conditions in the global semiconductor industry have worsened, and both ST and GloFo are shifting focus towards opportunities in the Chinese market.
➀ Micross Components, Inc. has completed the acquisition of Integra Technologies.
➁ This acquisition makes Micross the leading U.S.-based Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) provider.
➂ The acquisition strengthens Micross's capabilities in providing high-reliability microelectronic products and services for various applications including aerospace, defense, space, medical, and industrial sectors.
➀ The Fraunhofer IPMS has developed spatial light modulators that can project light, process materials, and send optical signals with high precision in the nanometer range.
➁ These modulators consist of millions of mirrors on a single semiconductor chip, enabling applications in semiconductor technology, material processing, and 3D holographic display technology.
➂ Fraunhofer IPMS will showcase their latest research and development at SPIE Photonics West, including customer evaluation kits and a novel actuator concept for wavefront control.
➀ The Fraunhofer IPMS has developed high-precision area light modulators that are crucial for semiconductor and other industries due to increasing miniaturization and complexity.
➁ These modulators use micro-mirror arrays that can be individually tilted or lowered to control and manipulate light direction, intensity, or phase with nanometer precision and high programming speeds.
➂ Applications include structured illumination, pattern generation, laser ablation, and holographic 3D imaging, with evaluation kits available for customers and users.
➀ Microchip Technology has developed a reference design for a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) gateway for thermostats, utilizing BLE 5.2 and Wi-Fi technologies.
➁ This design includes a PIC32CZ CA microcontroller-based gateway and RNBD451 BLE modules, supporting multi-node BLE connectivity and cloud-enabled monitoring.
➂ The design facilitates rapid prototyping and development, reducing costs and development time while supporting various use cases like smart home automation, healthcare monitoring, and industrial IoT applications.
➀ Chip Scale Packaging (CSP) is an advanced packaging technology that allows for smaller, more efficient electronic components.
➁ CSP is transforming device design and manufacturing processes across various industries.
➂ The technology optimizes space usage and enhances performance in microelectronics.
➀ Microchip Technology recently introduced the PCI100x family of PCIe Gen 4.0 switches designed for automotive, industrial, and data center environments.
➁ These switches offer robust scalability, reliability, and low-latency connectivity for modern High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems.
➂ They feature advanced error reporting, containment, and synthesis functions, supporting various temperature ratings and are suitable for diverse applications.
➀ Tom's Hardware reviewed the RayNeo Air 2s, a pair of augmented reality glasses from TCL's RayNeo subsidiary.
➁ The Air 2s offers attractive design and wide compatibility but lacks advanced features and has mediocre audio quality.
➂ Despite its drawbacks, the Air 2s is priced competitively, making it a good value for those seeking AR glasses.
➀ Microchip Technology is expanding its presence in the AI chip market with new developments in EDA tools.
➁ Silicon Motion is collaborating with Analog Bits on advanced memory solutions for next-generation devices.
➂ DeepCool and Noctua are partnering to improve cooling solutions for high-performance computing applications.
➀ This edition of PowerBites features new technologies aimed at making power devices smaller, faster, and cooler.
➁ The article highlights advancements in semiconductor technology that contribute to these improvements.
➂ Various power products are also introduced in this edition.
