Renesas’ CRD5CM reverse conducting thyristor is for use in voltage regulators. Or specifically, in voltage regulators for two-wheeled vehicles and general-purpose batteries. The CRD5CM integrates a thyristor and a rectifier diode in a single element. Sample shipments will begin in February 2010. The CRD5CM is suitable for two-wheeled vehicles, such as e-bikes, where demand for compact size and low price is particularly strong. The market for such vehicles is expected to grow in...
IP for data transfer
SMSC has launched its OS62420 MediaLB Device Interface Macro IP including 6-pin support. This new IP is specifically designed to meet high-performance data transfer requirements and offers efficient, seamless integration into systems-on-chip (SoCs). The macro offers a complete MediaLB device supporting single-ended MediaLB 3-Pin and additionally the new differential MediaLB 6-Pin interfaces to Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST) Intelligent Network Controllers (INICs). The...
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