NEWS INDUSTRY
INTEL ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR FUTURE OF IOT
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ntel Corporation President, Renee James has unveiled the company's latest developments in computing and
communications technologies with the primary aim of competing in today's mobile ecosystem, shaping the next era of computing, with the Internet of Things (IoT). At an Intel news conference at Mobile World Congress 2014,
James introduced two Intel Atom processors, an LTE-Advanced communications platform, and announced multiyear agreements with Lenovo, ASUS and Foxconn to expand the availability of Intel-based mobile devices. With the explosion of mobile and connected devices in the IoT, she also highlighted how Intel is aiming to re-architecture the network infrastructure to reduce costs and to improve customer experiences. The continued growth of the mobile ecosystem depends on
solving tough computing challenges - unlocking data's potential while securely and reliably connecting billions of devices with computing and communications technologies," said James. Intel launched its 2.13GHz Intel Atom processor Z3480
("Merrifield") that is claimed to offer a combination of fast, smart performance and long battery life for Android smartphones and tablets. The 64-bit ready SoC delivers compute performance for the mainstream and performance segments, and offers high performance in compute-intensive applications, web applications and light media editing performance. The company advises, based on its 22nm Silvermont
microarchitecture, the new processor also features a PowerVR Series 6 Graphics IP core from Imagination Technologies and is designed for simple pairing with the Intel XMM 7160 LTE platform. Merrifield is the first Intel Atom SoC to feature the new Intel Integrated Sensor Solution, which efficiently manages sensor data to keep applications smart and contextually aware even when the device is in a low-power state. Intel expects Merrifield-based devices from multiple OEMs to launch beginning in the second quarter. James noted that all Intel Atom processors today support a
64-bit computing experience. "Sixty-four bit computing is moving from the desktop to the mobile device," James said. "Intel knows 64-bit computing, and we're the only company currently shipping 64-bit processors supporting multiple operating systems today, and capable of supporting 64-bit Android when it is available." Intel has also delivered 64-bit kernels across operating
systems, so customers who choose Intel Atom have a ready foundation for a 64-bit experience as the operating system and applications evolve. The company also disclosed new details on its next-generation
64-bit Intel Atom processor, called "Moorefield" for devices expected to be available in the second half of the year.
Intel
www.intel.co.uk
XMOS OFFERS MORE ANALOGUE
FUNCTIONALITY XMOS has announced its latest xCORE- Analogue (A16) sliceKIT development board, as well as the volume production of its xCORE-Analogue multicore microcontroller products. This latest release combines the company’s xCORE multicore, deterministic architecture with analogue and digital interfaces that is claimed to reduce the need for external components in products requiring analogue functions and deterministic computing capability. This presents an easy route for the evaluation of the company's xCORE-Analog for use in industrial applications such as condition monitoring, smart interfaces, actuators, PLCs and motor controllers. This range of 6, 8, 10, 12 and 16-core
multicore microcontrollers are equipped with an integrated analogue-to-digital converter, power management circuitry and a range of timers. The xCORE-Analog sliceKIT consists of
a core board, (featuring the 16-core XS1- A16-FB217-C10 xCORE-Analog multicore microcontroller), an Ethernet sliceCARD, a Mixed Signal sliceCARD, a debug adapter, power supply and all required cabling. Designers can start developing quickly and easily using the xTIMEcomposer Studio toolset, a complete, free-to- download C-based design environment that is timing-aware. The kit is compatible with a broad
range of I/O sliceCARDs from XMOS and third parties, including GPIO, CAN/LIN/RS485, LCD, WiFi, and SDRAM, allowing it to interface with hundreds of different types of sensors, output devices and actuators. The company also provides several demo apps to get developers started.
XMOS
www.xmos.com
NATIONAL ELECTRONICS WEEK 2014
National Electronics Week 2014 will be taking place from 8th – 10th April at The NEC, Birmingham in Hall 2. Shaping up to be full of features, technical content, workshops and an international exhibitor base it is an essential event for anyone involved in the electronics industry. Now running every two years this event has a completely new format. With the brand, National Electronics
Week developing and offering a platform for the whole of the electronics industry, the organisers have broken the event down into four key industry sector events: Components and Power, Design and Test, Embedded & Software and Production & EMS. This year welcomes The PXI Show
which previously ran independently and has now been incorporated into National Electronics Week; The Embedded Masterclass offering high level technical content; The IPC Hand Soldering Competition offering the chance to compete for a global title; the NPL/SMART Group Cleaning and Conformal Coating Experience featuring live technology and technical content; and The UKTI International Brokerage Zone for networking with top international buyers and to find out how to engage in business globally. Along with this impressive line-up
SENSORS & INSTRUMENTATION 2014
Datateam Business Media, organiser of the annual Sensors & Instrumentation show, has announced that the 2014 exhibition will be the largest so far. With seven months still to go before the event takes place, enquiries are already up and stand sales are currently much higher than this time last year. Kathryn Ambrose, show
organiser, commented: “Due to 6 March 2014 | ELECTRONICS
unprecedented demand, the Sensors & Instrumentation show has expanded! As a direct result of the success of the 2013 event, we have seen the demand for sales outstrip supply, and have therefore had to increase the floor space.” Sensors & Instrumentation
2014 is co-locating with Machine Building, Micro, Nano, MEMS, and TCT Live, with Interplas and PPMA also taking place.
“The co-location, which offers
six shows under one roof, will appeal to visitors and no doubt will increase footfall to the event considerably,” added Ambrose. Sensors & Instrumentation is
taking place at the NEC, Birmingham, on 30th September and 1st October 2014.
Sensors & Instrumentation 2014
www.sensorsandinstrumentation.co.uk
the exhibition is co-located with other key industrial and manufacturing events including MACH (The UKs Largest Manufacturing Exhibition), Drives and Controls, Air-Tech, Fluid Power and Systems, Plan and Asset Management and European Offshore. Also, the NEW show organisers have
agreed a working relationship with The Gadget Show – offering all visitors attending the event on 8th of April the exclusive opportunity to visit the ‘press and media day. For more information visit the new look website:
www.new-expo.co.uk/newuk + 44 1483 420 229
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