Design
Study on molecular doping yields better semiconductor designs
An understanding of why tungsten-doped thin films degrade so rapidly in air may lead to better designs for semiconductor technologies. A combination of experiments and theory have helped researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) to improve the understanding of fundamental physics questions about molecular doping—these will underpin the development of organic solar cells and field effect transistors.
Imagination’s PowerVR GPU provides graphics in Sunplus’ automotive SoC
Imagination Technologies (IMG.L) has announced that Sunplus Technology’s latest audio/video processor for automotive applications features advanced graphics enabled by a PowerVR GPU from Imagination. Taiwan-based Sunplus is a leading provider of multimedia IC solutions for the home and automotive markets. Its SPHE6700 ADAS SoC is targeted at advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and around view monitor (AVM) systems.
Synopsys announces latest RSoft Photonic System Design Suite release
Synopsys has announced the latest release of its RSoft Photonic System Design Suite, the company's software for the design of optical communication systems and Photonic ICs (PICs) at the signal propagation level. Version 2016.06 introduces a new interface to PhoeniX Software's OptoDesigner chip and mask layout tool to streamline design and fabrication processes for PICs.
Qt Company releases version 5.7 of its development framework
The Qt Company announces the latest version of its cross-platform application and UI development framework, Qt 5.7. Now available for download, Qt 5.7 features pioneering UI creation, including a new Qt 3D module, as well as new ways to create modern touch-based UIs with Qt Quick Controls 2 and Qt Quick Designer. This latest version follows the evolution of modern C++, leveraging C++11 in Qt APIs.
ITTIA & Micrium integrate ITTIA DB SQL and µC/OS RTOS
ITTIA and Micrium has announced the integration of ITTIA DB SQL and µC/OS RTOS, delivering high-performance data processing for mission-critical applications. The joint solution allows for data saved in relational tables on both internal and external storage to be safely shared. Information is organized in a portable format suitable for long-term storage and interoperability with standard interfaces.
Redesigning engine cover grilles to improve aerodynamics
MarchantCain has redesigned traditional engine cover grilles for the automotive sector and is introducing an alternative solution to the market built upon active aerodynamics. Engineers have produced an engine cover grille which responds to a vehicle’s cooling requirements more effectively than any existing product on the market and which solves many of the vulnerability issues associated with other products.
Supply Chain Transparency Module helps fight forced labour & human trafficking
The Compliance Map has launched the Supply Chain Transparency Module, which is designed to help industry combat forced labour and human trafficking.
The Qt Company launches Automotive Suite v1.0
The Qt Company together with Pelagicore and KDAB is launching the first generation of the Qt Automotive Suite. With experience in delivering automotive UI Software to over 20 automotive customers behind them, the three companies see an opportunity to bring innovations and efficiencies to the industry. By creating a suite of automotive specific components and tooling, the industry will realise significantly lower development costs and faster time ...
The next stage of software automation
Digital engagement specialist Parker Software has released ThinkAutomation 4.0, a sweeping update to the company’s leading business automation software. The upgrade adds extensive new functionality to the product, such as sentiment analysis, social media monitoring and SMS-driven automation, making it ideal for logistics, marketing and retail businesses looking to streamline processes.
Amulet Hotkey launches first hardware-virtualised GPU solution
Amulet Hotkey announced the world’s first hardware-virtualized GPU solution on Dell M-series blade servers. Amulet Hotkey’s innovative system integration and design combines the power of AMD Multiuser GPU (MxGPU) and the scalability of Dell 13G PowerEdge M630 blade servers to bring the highest density, security, manageability and remote access of high-end graphics to enterprise virtual workstation and virtual desktop environments.