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Melexis Extends Code-Free Fan Driver Family for Higher-Power Cooling
Melexis has introduced the MLX90412-D, a 2.2 A single-coil fan driver that extends its Plug & Drive architecture to higher-power cooling applications. The code-free device supports configurable motor control without firmware development.
Read MoreWeEn Launches SiC Power Module Platform for Solid-State Transformers
WeEn Semiconductors has introduced a platform of more than 20 SiC power modules for solid-state transformers, covering AC-DC and DC-DC stages with voltage ratings from 1200 V to 2300 V and on-resistance values down to 1.5 mΩ.
Read MoreTektronix Brings SEPIA Power Integrity Analysis to Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes
Tektronix has introduced PDN Analysis Software for its 4 Series B, 5 Series B, and 6 Series B Mixed Signal Oscilloscopes. The software embeds SEPIA stability analysis alongside impedance, PSRR, noise, and jitter measurements to evaluate power distribution networks under real transient load conditions.
Read MoreSamtec Introduces 30° RF Launch Connector for 67 GHz Test Boards
Samtec has introduced the 185-AL Series, a 1.85 mm RF board launch connector specified through 67 GHz. The new design combines a 30-degree angled launch with a solderless compression mount to simplify cable routing and connector replacement on millimeter-wave test boards.
Read MoreMurata Upgrades Automotive Safety Capacitors to Y1 Certification
Murata has launched the DE5 series of X1/Y1 automotive safety capacitors, increasing the Y-rated operating voltage from 300 Vac to 500 Vac and impulse withstand capability from 5 kV to 12 kV while meeting AEC-Q200 Rev. E.
Read MoreWhy Texas Instruments Is Integrating Gate Drivers Into GaN Power Devices
Texas Instruments discusses integrated GaN power devices, reference designs and the future of AI data centre and solid-state transformer power architectures at PCIM 2026.
Read MoreApple Cuts iPhone 17 Production Due to DRAM Shortage
As the DRAM crises continues, Apple has now announced that it is cutting back manufacturing of its iPhone 17 due to memory shortages. What exactly has Apple said, and why does this shortage support an argument for government intervention over the AI industry?
Read MoreChinese Startup Working on 2D Semiconductor Production Line
As engineers struggle with making transistors smaller, a Chinese startup is claiming to be working on an 8-inch 2D semiconductor production line. What exactly is the startup doing and could they be the key to 2D semiconductors?
Read MoreSpaceX Reveals Datacenter in Space, and it Looks Terrible
Recently, SpaceX revealed their design concept for Starmind, satellites that do AI compute in space. However, as expected, the revealed data shows that the proposed system is beyond sanity while demonstrating how terrestrial datacenters are far more efficient.
Read MoreROHM Adds Surface-Mount Packages to 600 V Super Junction MOSFET Family
ROHM has expanded its 600 V Super Junction MOSFET family with DFN8080-5L and TOLL surface-mount packages. The new R60xxXNx and PrestoMOS R60xxWNx series combine standard 3 V to 5 V gate thresholds with improved thermal performance and industry-standard footprints.
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