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MEMS tweeter speaker without piezoelectric amplifier
xMEMS Labs Inc. (Santa Clara, Calif.) has introduced Lassen, a silicon MEMS tweeter speaker for earbuds that does not require a dedicated amplifier. By eliminating the need for a piezoelectric amplifier xMEMS claims it is reducing cost, component area and power consumption...
Hot swap data logger for Software Defined Vehicle verification and validation
TTTech Auto has introduced a cutting-edge data logger tailored for Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) verification and validation. The PM-350 Automotive Data Logger is specifically designed to capture signals from an Automotive Ethernet 100/1000Base-T1 bus with precise, synchronized data capture using centralized timestamp resolution...
An Acoustic Quantum Computer Listen Here
To overcome the limitations of quantum physics, researchers at EPFL have developed a new acoustic system to investigate how atoms in condensed matter interact. Their ultimate goal is to create an acoustic version of a quantum computer.An EPFL report highlights the innovative...
Automotive Drives French Patent Listings
In 2024, the automotive sector in France continues to lead the way in patent applications, with companies like Stellantis, Renault, and Valeo at the forefront of innovation. Notably, automotive battery developers Verkor and ACC are making strides in climbing the rankings, alongside...
Failure mode enables single transistor for neuromorphic AI chips
Researchers in Singapore have made a breakthrough in the field of neuromorphic AI chips by utilizing a phenomenon typically seen as a failure mechanism. This innovation has led to the creation of a single transistor that significantly reduces the complexity of these...
SealSQ Acquires IC’Alps, Secures Automotive Deal
Swiss security firm SealSQ has signed a strategic deal with French chip designer IC’Alps for automotive security in driverless cars as it looks to buy the company.The deal will see SealSQ’s post-quantum secure technology integrated into the IC’Alps ISO26262 functional safety designs,...
LCD video processor for ASIL B displays
Renesas Electronics has introduced a cutting-edge video diagnostic bridge chip tailored for head-up displays (HUD), instrument clusters, and electronic mirrors. These components play a crucial role in ensuring safety on the road, necessitating compliance with the ISO26262 ASIL-B safety standards.The RAA278830 Video...
Dark Side of Solar Power Inverters
Researchers in the US have uncovered vulnerabilities in the inverters and cloud services used for residential solar power systems. These inverters could be compromised and used to launch the equivalent of a distributed denial of service (DDoS) attack to bring down a...
Navitas aims for 80 PLUS Ruby certification
Navitas Semiconductor is making strides towards achieving certification to the 80 Plus Ruby efficiency standard for its GaN and SiC datacentre power supply designs, with a focus on units up to 8.5kW. The company is utilizing the GaNSafe and Gen 3 ‘Fast’...
Intel to Begin 3nm Production in Europe by 2025
Intel is making a significant move by shifting high volume production of 3nm chips to Europe at its Fab34 in Ireland later this year. This decision marks a strategic shift for the company, as it aims to leverage its advanced technology in...
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