“For many years, we have been pushing the envelope to advance ultrasound imaging to the next level. Large data volumes and the increased demand for portability require systems with an effective balance between power efficiency and performance. We view National Semiconductor as a strategic analog alliance to help us make this happen,” said Dr. Norbert Gaus, chief executive officer, Clinical Products Division of Siemens Healthcare.
“This is an ideal alliance, which effectively leverages both companies’ strengths. Already well known for its world-class healthcare solutions, Siemens’ next-generation ultrasound systems will be enhanced by our high-performance technology, chipsets and subsystem-level solutions,” said Mike Polacek, senior vice president of Key Market Segments and Business Development for National Semiconductor. “We are going to do great things together.”