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SOFTWARE TOOLS: LynuxWorks LynxSecure 3.0 Separation Kernel/Hypervisor for High Assurance

Fri, 04/03/2009 - 15:00
Lynuxworks introduces full virtualization of guest operating systems for ultimate flexibility and code re-use


Messina 2.0 supports Autosar, early SiL tests

Thu, 04/02/2009 - 16:25
Model-based automotive ECU functions can be tested on-the-fly and in real-time with Messina 2.0. Vendor Berner & Mattner has therefore expanded the Software-in-the-loop (SiL) functionality of the test system.


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Thu, 04/02/2009 - 16:25

Continental expands R&D in China

Thu, 04/02/2009 - 10:55
Automotive tier one Continental AG has launched a Technology Center in Jading, China. There, the Hannover (Germany) based company plans to develop electronic and hydraulic brake systems, motor management systems and electronic controls for the Chinese automotive market.


The APQP approach to launching products, part 2

Wed, 04/01/2009 - 18:14
A product development framework called Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) targets embedded software development and other industries. In part 2 of the series, the authors explore the application APQP to embedded software development for automotive and a range of other industries.


Kettering U. and an auto revival

Wed, 04/01/2009 - 14:16
Engineering students at the "West Point of the automobile industry" may hold the key to its recovery.


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Altera, National Semi working on digital video for automotive apps

Mon, 03/30/2009 - 19:26
Altera will collaborate with National Semiconductor to develop graphics interconnect solutions to address the growing use of digital video in automotive infotainment and driver-assistance applications, the companies said.


Microchip DSCs take digital power control mainstream

Mon, 03/30/2009 - 15:27
Emphasizing low cost, small size, low power and flexibility, <a href="http://www.microchip.com/SMPS">Microchip Technology Inc.</a> today announced the first seven of its next-generation 16-bit dsPIC digital signal controllers (DSCs) in an effort to increase its share of a digital power market that it believes will grow at a compound annual rate of 40 percent.


Mean time between failure made easy

Sat, 03/28/2009 - 06:15
An almost "no-sweat" guide to adding MTBF software to your design. Whether the system you're designing is open-source or proprietary, here is a virtually no-cost software-based method to track Time-in-Service and MTBF, using resources that already exist in most embedded devices.


Editors' Choice: Products of the Week

Fri, 03/27/2009 - 18:36
Capping off a week of continued wafer fab closings, layoffs and restructuring moves by several electronics vendors, engineers can now turn to Editors' Choice to view our top product selections that offer a silver lining in a down market. Check out these key products, many of which emerged from the logic/interface sector.


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China leapfrogs U.S. as No. 2 global car maker

Thu, 03/26/2009 - 15:29
China surpassed the United States in 2008 as the world's second-largest auto maker and could overtake Japan as the top global car manufacturer in 2009, according to a market watcher.


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Thu, 03/26/2009 - 15:29

Battery switch offers simpler disconnection for lithium-ion batteries

Thu, 03/26/2009 - 13:10
A battery switch with four enable inputs has been introduced by Maxim Integrated Products.


Mathworks, Vector Informatik seek Autosar interoperability

Wed, 03/25/2009 - 22:40
The software developer Mathworks and Vector Informatik said they will collaborate to make their development tools interoperable for Autosar applications.


Switch simplifies lithium-ion battery disconnect

Wed, 03/25/2009 - 22:04
Maxim's latest battery switch features four enable inputs for disconnecting a Li+ battery from a load in portable applications.


Tantalum and niobium oxide capacitors for enhanced reliability, wide temperature range and low leakage for auto apps

Wed, 03/25/2009 - 19:45
Tantalum and niobium oxide capacitors are well suited to modern automotive electronic systems, whether the requirement is for enhanced reliability, wider temperature range or low leakage current.


BMW exec calls for a mix of engine technologies

Wed, 03/25/2009 - 16:21
A BMW executive told Congress that a U.S. vehicle technology program should focus on a mix of future power trains.


Electric cars: Reality or hype?

Tue, 03/24/2009 - 23:02
There is a lot of talk about electric cars, but is the technology a reality or pure hype?


Bug-killing standards for firmware coding

Tue, 03/24/2009 - 21:09
Keep bugs out of your firmware by using coding standards. It's cheaper and easier to prevent bugs than it is to find and kill them later.


Module pre-heats diesel engines

Tue, 03/24/2009 - 16:44
A temperature-dependent "pre-heat" module from power management vendor Trombetta is designed to control diesel engine "glow plugs" and air intake heating elements.