Simulate and develop wireless systems
Test & Measurement
Communications Blockset 4.0 extends Simulink from The MathWorks by adding code generation for simulating and designing the physical layer of wireless systems such as WiMAX.
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Tower slashes headcount, operating costs
EDN
Following a $33 million Q3 net loss reported last month, the Midgal Haemek, Israel-based specialty foundry has implemented a cost-reduction plan that includes layoffs, materials sourcing, reduced capital expenditures and acquisition of used semiconductor manufacturing equipment, meant to help the company recognize annual savings of approximately $20 million.
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Instruments complement sockets, systems, and software
Test & Measurement
Offerings at Semicon West included test sockets, RF and digital instruments, compact test systems, complete test cells, and software focused on yield management, failure analysis, characterization, and design for manufacture.
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