Analogue, Mixed Signal, LSI

• 24-bit stereo DAC provides 87 dB dynamic range
• Amplifier MMIC covers 1,2 to 3 GHz

• Mid-voltage mosfets optimised for switching converters
• MultiNyquist DAC claimed to deliver best SFDR

Circuit & System Protection

• Transient suppressor in tinier case

Computer/Embedded Technology

• Low power computer board

• Robust MicroTCA Ecosystem being created

Design Automation

• Leading electronics developer trades-in EDA tools for integrated solution

• Mentor Graphics tools enable South African SKA team to participate on the global astronomy stage

DSP, Micros & Memory

• Smallest PIC microcontrollers further miniaturised

Enclosures, Racks, Cabinets & Panel Products

• Horizontal potting box for PCB mounting

Manufacturing / Production Technology, Hardware & Services

• Climatic test chamber further improved

• Printed board assemblies sag during lead-free wave soldering - but they do not have to with good design
• Reballing for reliable QFN rework

Power Electronics / Power Management

• Lighting drivers power up to 20 series-connected LEDs
• Low noise LDO regulators operate over wider temperature range

• Power MOSFET portfolio expanded
• Step-down DC-DC converter only needs a few external components

Telecoms, Datacoms, Wireless, IoT

• 'Smart antenna' GPS module reference design
• 2,4 GHz ultra-low power wireless IC solution needs few external components
• Bluetooth-enabled portable printer simple to use
• Devices' mini size and extended temperature enables Ethernet connectivity in more applications
• GPS module forms core of a positioning device for Alzheimer's patients
• GSM/GPRS module awarded PTCRB certificate
• Highly integrated Cartesian loop IC supports wide range of standards

• IEEE 802.15.4 has made wireless connectivity for remote sensing/control easy
• Innovative wireless telecoms brings prepaid airtime to the people of Africa
• Local antenna manufacturer ensures dependable communications
• New radio modules combine GPS with GSM technology
• Receiver ICs for TPMS and RKE applications tout large bandwidth and high selectivity
• Sensitive ROM-based GPS module cuts size and power
• Smallest FM radio tuner IC

Test & Measurement

• Complete test solution for Metro Ethernet QoS

• Non-intrusive current sensors for automotive applications