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Nano Materials International Corp. (NMIC) introduced the first commercial device-level solution for dissipating the heat generated by high density semiconductor devices, such as gallium nitride (GaN) RF power transistors. When used as a heat spreader integrated with a device, NMIC’s new aluminum diamond metal matrix composites (MMCs), have demonstrated...

Pulse Electronics Corp. , a provider of electronic components, introduces the first 700-LTE (long term evolution), high performance, low profile antenna for LTE-enabled tablets. This switchable antenna for mobile connected PCs is only 1mm high. It enables four states for low band: 700 to 750 MHz (LTE low), 750...

Skyworks Solutions Inc. announced it is supporting ZTE’s ramp of next generation tablets and laptops with EDGE and WCDMA/LTE front-end solutions. Skyworks’ innovative modules are powering data cards and USB modems to help deliver greater mobility for tablet users that are equipped with cellular connectivity. With these wins, Skyworks...

Scintera Networks Inc. , a leading provider of mixed signal semiconductors for wireless communications, announced it has received the ISO 9001:2008 (International Organization for Standardization) certification for its Quality Management System. This certification acknowledges Scintera's commitment to meet the globally recognized management system requirements and regulations for the design...

To satisfy new market opportunities, microelectronic companies continue to develop new products and processes, with some companies deciding acquisition provides the best path to these new opportunities. The Strategy Analytics GaAs and Compound Semiconductor Technologies Service (GaAs) viewpoint, “Compound Semiconductor Industry Review May 2011: Microelectronics,” captures product, technology, contract...

TowerJazz , the global specialty foundry leader, announced the closing of the sale of all its holdings in Hua Hong Semiconductor Ltd. (HHSL), the parent company of HHNEC, one of Mainland China’s leaders in the field of IC foundry service, in a HHSL share repurchase transaction, for $32 M...

Altair Semiconductor , a developer of ultra-low power, small footprint and high performance 4G LTE chipsets, announced that its TD-LTE chipset, integrated in a commercial USB dongle, achieved download speeds of more than 100Mbps in a live over-the-air demonstration. This achievement means the promise of LTE -- that the...

e2v high performance image sensors were launched into space on NigeriaSat-2, the Earth observation satellite that has been developed for the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) of Nigeria. The satellite will provide Nigeria with valuable geographically referenced high-resolution satellite imaging for applications in mapping, water resources management,...

Roke Manor Research has formed a partnership with its sister company, Non-Intrusive Inspection Technology Inc. (NIITEK) to sell Roke's Miniature Radar Altimeter (MRA) system in the USA. Both businesses are part of the Chemring Group Plc. NIITEK, the world leader in fielded Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) landmine and buried...

Ericsson has signed a four-year agreement as the sole vendor for EastLink's core and radio access networks, using HSPA+ and next generation technologies. The company will supply the Canadian operator with its multi-standard radio base station; RBS 6000, circuit switched and packet networks including Evolved Packet Core and Operation...