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DOE issues energy-efficiency metrics for data centers
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), together with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and industry leaders, have agreed on energy-efficiency measurements, metrics, and reporting guidelines for data-center facilities. »
EPA sets new Energy Star requirements for A/V equipment
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is tackling the energy consumption of another piece of electronics equipment in a quest to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions. This time the EPA has announced new requirements for audio/video (A/V) products to earn the Energy Star label. »
Canada proposes ban on rosin, a key ingredient in soldering materials
Canada's proposal to ban five rosin-containing substances from all products manufactured and sold in Canada would make it difficult for electronics manufacturers to continue to do business in Canada, said IPC. The industry group also said it could impact the reliability, functionality and safety of electronic products. »
Samsung: DRAMs and SSDs are the “dynamic duo” of server power savings
Samsung Electronics claims its DDR memory chips and SSDs have the potential to significantly lower server power consumption and reduce data center costs. The two technologies have the combined potential to save more than 10 percent of power usage per server, said Samsung. »
Chevy Volt will get 230 mpg in city driving
The Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric vehicle will achieve 230 mpg in city driving, according to General Motors Corp. The Volt, which is scheduled to start production in late 2010 for model year 2011, is expected to travel up to 40 miles on electricity from a single battery charge and extend its overall range to... »
Here's a book excerpt from "Advanced MEMS Packaging," written by experts in the field. The book details the latest cutting-edge microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) packaging techniques such as low-temperature bonding and 3-D packaging. It can certainly serve as a valuable reference for those faced with the challenging problems created by MEMS devices and packaging. Part 2 covers advanced IC packaging.
Here's a book excerpt from "Advanced MEMS Packaging," written by experts in the field. The book details the latest cutting-edge MEMS packaging techniques such as low-temperature bonding and 3-D packaging. It can certainly serve as a valuable reference for those faced with the challenging problems created by MEMS devices and packaging. Parts 1 & 2 cover advanced IC packaging, while part 3 addresses advanced MEMS packaging.
The launch of the Apple iPad has resulted in an outpouring of opinions -- good and bad. Find out what key market analysts including DisplaySearch, In-Stat, iSuppli, and Strategy Analytics have to say about Apple's latest creation.
IRC offers a series of open-air current sense resistors, aimed at power electronics design engineers looking for high-current devices capable of providing current-sense and surge protection functions in high-temperature environments.
Maxim intros the MAX17122, a multiple-output power-supply IC that integrates three regulators, delivery a compact solution for TFT-LCD HDTV panels.