Linear Technology 15V, 200mA synchronous converter

Linear Technology announces the LTC3129, a synchronous buck-boost converter that delivers up to 200mA of continuous output current from a wide variety of input sources including single or multiple-cell batteries as well as solar panels and supercapacitors.  Read more...

TI introduces multi-phase synchronous boost controllers

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI) introduced three wide-input voltage synchronous boost controllers with high efficiency and high power density.  Read more...

dSPACE releases TargetLink Version 3.4

Supports AUTOSAR 4.0.3 and 3.2.2; interfaces with dSPACE VEOS® and SYNECT®  Read more...

Toshiba offers new image recognition processor

 

Enhances image recognition performance; simplifies vehicle system integration

Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC) has expanded its Visconti™ series of image recognition processors for the automotive market with the launch of Visconti™ 3, part number TMPV7528XBG.  Read more...

Microchip BodyCom™ uses human body for connection to wireless apps

Microchip Technology Inc. announced its BodyCom™ technology, which provides designers with a framework for using the human body as a secure communication channel.  According to the company, BodyCom technology provides lower energy consumption compared to existing wireless methods, while further increasing security via bidirectional authentication.  Read more...