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Mentor Graphics EDA & RF SoP Co-Design

For this discussion we will differentiate Multi-chip modules (MCM) as essentially dozens of chips interconnected on a small form factor single layer substrate, System-in-Package (SiP) being the 3D chip stacking of bare or packaged chips on a multi-layer substrate and the System-on-Package (SoP) as similar to the SiP with...
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AWR EDA & RF SoP Co-design

For this discussion we will differentiate Multi-chip modules (MCM) as essentially dozens of chips interconnected on a small form factor single layer substrate, System-in-Package (SiP) being the 3D chip stacking of bare or packaged chips on a multi-layer substrate and the System-on-Package (SoP) as similar to the SiP with...
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The Optimist

Call me an optimist. Despite the current recession and concern about business prospects for at least the first half of 2009, I believe the microwave industry will persevere and become stronger. The proliferation of communication systems in our personal and professional lives gives me confidence that the demand for...
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Raytheon Team Completes Major Milestones on GPS Control Segment

Raytheon Co. has successfully completed two significant milestones for the US Air Force’s next-generation Global Positioning System Control Segment, or GPS OCX, establishing a solid foundation and roadmap to keep the program on track and on schedule. “These mark major accomplishments for our entire team and significantly burn-down the...
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NanoKTN Supports Micro and Nanotechnology in UK

The Nanotechnology Knowledge Transfer Network (NanoKTN), one of the UK’s primary knowledge-based networks for micro and nanotechnologies, has announced its support for one of the largest funding rounds that has been made available to the sector. A combined total of at least €250 M in co-funded grants is available...
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Indra Provides France with Tactical SATCOM Systems

Indra has been awarded a €3.9 M contract to provide the French Ministry of Defence with 25 mobile tactical SATCOM systems, which will be connected to the Syracuse III satellite network for communications. The network allows solid and safe communication between France and forces deployed across the planet. One...
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Partnership for Thales Alenia Space and Lockheed Martin

Thales Alenia Space Italy and Lockheed Martin Space Systems Co. are forming a strategic partnership. The initial focus of the partnership is to combine the experience and capabilities of each company to offer new, highly-responsive and agile space radar solutions for a variety of customers. The joint business agreement...
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