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Everlight Introduces Three New HIR LEDs for Touch Panel and Proximity Sensor Applications

EVERLIGHT ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., a leading player in the global LED industry with three decades of experience in optoelectronics, introduces three new 850nm HIR (high efficiency infrared) LEDs featuring a high output power and narrow viewing angles which make them ideal for use in high-tech intelligence touch panel and proximity sensors.

3 Jun 2013

Sigma Designs Receives HomeGrid Forum’s Full Compliance Certification for ITU-T G.hn Chipset

Sigma Designs®, a leading provider of System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions for home entertainment, control, connectivity and converging multimedia delivery was awarded the HomeGrid Forum's full compliance certification for their ITU-T G.hn chipset.

3 Jun 2013

American Industrial Systems Supplies Multi-Function Displays for Military Vehicle Applications

American Industrial Systems Inc. AIS, an ISO 9001:2008 is a certified supplier and manufacturer of rugged display computers, including multi-function control and display systems, multi-function workstations (MFW), multi-function consoles, and multi-function displays (MFD) with ruggedized touchscreen interface.

3 Jun 2013

GigOptix to Display E-Band and RF-MMIC Products at IMS2013

GigOptix, Inc., a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor and optical communications components, will showcase several leading RF MMICs and E-Band products.

3 Jun 2013

Andras Poppe Receives Recognition for Contribution to JEDEC Thermal Testing Standards for LEDs

Mentor Graphics Corporation today announced that Dr. Andras Poppe of Mentor Graphics and the Budapest University of Technology has been recognized by the JEDEC international standards organization for his significant contributions to the JESD51-5x series of thermal testing standards for Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs).

3 Jun 2013

Gemini Observatory Images Show Comet ISON Racing Towards a Close Brush with the Sun

Images of Comet ISON over the past three months hint at coming changes as comet speeds into the inner solar system.

1 Jun 2013

Prysm Introduces Collaboration Videowall Solutions for Multi-Purpose Meeting Rooms

Prysm Inc., a designer and manufacturer of videowall systems that deliver immersive and engaging user experiences, today announced two collaboration videowall solutions tailored for multi-purpose meeting rooms.

1 Jun 2013

CheonJo to Integrate Neonode’s Multisensing Technology into Outdoor Touch Displays

Neonode Inc., the optical touch technology company, announced today the cooperation with CheonJo Corp., a leading LCD module manufacturer in South Korea. CheonJo will initially integrate Neonode’s Multisensing® technology into high-margin 15-inch outdoor touch displays for bank ATM’s, estimated to go into production towards the end of this year.

31 May 2013

Robust Thermal Camera Designed for Harsh Environments and Tough Climates

The robust AXIS Q1931-E is specifically designed for use in harsh environments and tough climates. In addition to a very competitive price, the AXIS Q1931-E offers high contrast 384x288 resolution thermal images. It is the first thermal camera offering Axis’ Corridor Format, which is especially useful for effective perimeter protection of for example industrial facilities or railroad tracks.

From Axis Communications AB 31 May 2013

New Report on Semiconductor LED Headlight Adoption

The Automotive Electronics Service report, "LED Headlights: Styling Drives Growth, Control and Cost Challenges Remain", Strategy Analytics offers two scenarios for semiconductor LED (Light Emitting Diode) headlight adoption: Meeting demand from luxury brands and high end model segments for enhanced styling, some 12 percent of light vehicles by 2020 will feature LED headlights; however, should cost reduction strategies prove successful, deployment will enter the mass market and production penetration will increase to approximately 21 percent (24 million vehicles).

31 May 2013

Prysm Introduces Laser Phosphor Display Videowall Technology

Prysm Inc., a designer and manufacturer of videowall systems that deliver immersive and engaging user experiences, today unveiled the latest version of its award-winning Laser Phosphor Display (LPD) technology. Available for order now, the next generation of Prysm’s LPD videowall technology takes the world’s best large format display solution to the highest level of visual impact ever.

31 May 2013

iWatt Launches Latest Single-Stage SSL LED Drivers for Dimmable Bulb Applications

iWatt Inc., a leading provider of digital-centric power management integrated circuits (ICs), today launched its latest single-stage, solid state lighting (SSL) LED drivers to address cost, performance and lifetime issues in dimmable bulb applications.

31 May 2013

BIOLASE Laser Technologies Awarded New Patent for Treatment of Eye Conditions

BIOLASE, Inc., the world's leading manufacturer and distributor of dental lasers, announced today that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued BIOLASE a new patent covering the use of its laser technologies for treating various conditions of the eye, including presbyopia, cataracts, and glaucoma.

30 May 2013

Canon Introduces Compact Installation Liquid Crystal on Silicon Projectors

Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has introduced a new multimedia projector category that combines the exceptional picture quality of larger installation projectors with the plug-and-play convenience of portable models.

From Canon U.S.A., Inc. 30 May 2013

NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer Provides Detailed Data on Evolution of Asteroids

Data from NASA's Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (WISE) have led to a new and improved family tree for asteroids in the main belt between Mars and Jupiter.

30 May 2013