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Researchers fabricate micron-scale batteries
By combining microcontact printing and virus-based self-assembly, researchers have fabricated micron-scale batteries...
- • Sensors to drive MEMS market growth
- • Industrial motors power IC market shows growth
- • Commentary: Internet, TV to tie the knot?
- • Qimonda starts volume production of XDR DRAM
Catalyst Semiconductor has expanded its line of constant-current low dropout driver products.
Execute ULC tuner reference design
Achieve a ULC tuner reference design using the Infineon MOPLL tuner TUA 6039-2.
- • Perform intermodulation distortion measurements
- • Learn RS-485 design basics
- • Features define multimedia handsets
Build distributed test system with LXI oscilloscope
LXI has become a leading bus standard in the high-end test field, especially for distributed test apps.
- • Trade-offs, evolution of the digital oscilloscope
- • Choose, use high-speed serial data analysis tools
- • Assess audio amp thermal issues for cramped enclosures
A behind the screen look at TV technology
Here is an up-close look at the video, audio, power and interface requirements of HDTV designs.
- • Selecting memory controllers for DSP systems
- • Locking down IP in embedded systems
- • How to choose an embedded media processor
Moving rapid prototypes to metal components
Electron beam melting is a new alternative for both rapid manufacturing and prototyping metal components.
- • Build to order palletising in real time
- • Moisture vs. plastic-packaged ICs
- • Accomplish manufacturing test at low power
The IEEE 1588 standard precision time protocol provides accurate time for industrial Ethernet networks.
- • Use PCIe in multi-processor system configurations
- • Building a reliable capacitive-sensor interface
- • High-speed boards meet PCIe challenge
Know when to use dynamic allocation
C++ programmers need to understand the ins and outs of dynamic memory allocation.
- • Design, test 10Gbit Fibre Channel SANs
- • Use persistent memory for smarter cars
- • Improve DAQ with segmented memory
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60GHz will free video from wired tech
Why bother with Ethernet-over-Powerline when the 60GHz band can offer 7.2Gbps to streaming HD video around the house? 
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Almost 250 million people are expected to be viewing TV programs on mobile devices.
Optimise power in ICs for portables
The first step for system designers is to analyse and optimise the components that consume the most power.
- • Dynamically mitigate power supply noise
- • Difference amp measures high AC voltage without heat
- • Redundant power techniques for servers
Moving to a 'human' semantic enabled network
Know the architectural components, characteristics and practical applications of the semantic enabled network.
- • Simplify voice processing for home network systems
- • Deploying industrial networks: A primer
- • Virtualise with InfiniBand
Guide to rapid prototyping of capacitive sensors
Learn practical techniques for building and assessing various physical configurations of capacitive switch sensors.
- • Analogue behavioural models reduce LSI verification time
- • Testing FPGA, FPGA-based board interconnections
- • Tools, techniques, methodology to FPGA aid design
Select the optimal frequency source for an app
An analysis of various frequency sources available, including quartz-based crystal oscillators.
- • Select the optimal frequency source for an app, Pt 2
- • Class D audio amps: what, why and how
- • Reduce sensor module costs with optimised sensor calibration
High-speed image sensors with on-board features assist developers in building high-speed cameras for CE.
- • Precise measurements are vital to colour sensor sensitivity
- • Integrate SMPS control in LED applications
- • 2D LED dimming enhances TV performance
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Mobile broadband subscribers hit 50 Mn
GSMA: World-
wide users of HSPA networks has topped the 5 crore mark.
Inside the Sony Rolly's groove
Gregory Quirk examines the "dancing" MP3 player to see how it gets its groove.
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Speed design capture using spreadsheets for interconnects
This second part of the series discusses how a standard spreadsheet approach can be enhanced to create a powerful design entry solution for designs with large pin counts.
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RFIC design using Virtuoso Designer
The Virtuoso RF Designer is a full-wave solver that can be used as a design tool and as a characterisation tool.
Taiwan's feature vs. power balancing act
With the wireless industry's growth and its increasing power consumption, engineers are faced with tough choices as well as techno-
logical innovation.
By Vivek Nanda
Numonyx to conquer flash memory industry
Since the spin-off of Numonyx, the chip industry has been curious about the Intel and ST joint venture.
A second look at micro-
kernels
Heiser: Micro-
kernels tend to stir up emotions and a lot of scepticism.
Channels feed design minds, fuel growth
In the light of limited education resources, India needs to refocus efforts on areas of anticipated growth.
By Vivek Nanda
