Data, data, data is everywhere. From streaming video to edge computing, system designers are challenged to meet the needs of the networks (and consumers). From servers and switches to networking equipment, OEMs developing next-gen devices with high performance communications face two common challenges. First, available silicon must support 56 Gbps PAM4 data rates. Second, test fixtures must support performance verification. Developing high-performance communications solutions requires … [Read more...]
Samtec to Present at 2019 Avnet Technology Showcases
Engineers constantly look for the latest technical information applicable to their design. Many engineers love interacting with as many solutions providers as possible. The 2019 Avnet Technology Showcases are a great way for engineers to research multiple topics. These unique events includes 18 interactive industry leading supplier booths, and 12 suppliers led classes. Learn about a wide span of technology featuring Sensor Technology, IoT, Connectivity, Microcontrollers, Wireless … [Read more...]
Samtec Standards Experts Present at Embedded Tech Trends
FMC. FMC+. XMC. PC/104 . . . Does the list of Industry Standards ever stop? Like TLAs, probably not! What are Industry Standards? They are formal specifications that simplify differences in popular applications. The purpose is improved compatibility, performance, and efficiency across embedded systems How is this achieved? Building consensus across a diverse group of stakeholders. This requires constant research, development and pier review of the particular standard. One … [Read more...]
NAB Show Preview – Samtec Details Latest 12G-SDI Interconnect Solutions
Influencers. Start-ups. Online editors. Consumers. They all have one thing in common: content. For anyone associated with content, one of the most anticipated events of the year - NAB Show - is right around the corner. From April 6-11, NAB Show 2019 takes over the Las Vegas Convention Center. NAB Show brings together the entire digital ecosystem. Professionals from all walks of life - from AI and cybersecurity to TV and social media mavens - converge in Las Vegas to advance the … [Read more...]
Live DesignCon 2019 Updates
DesignCon 2019 is in full force this week from the Santa Clara Convention Center. There is tons of energy on the floor, during the presentations and on the sidelines. Real-world 56 Gbps PAM4/112 Gbps PAM4 solutions are everywhere. The technical presentations feature updates on 5G, V2X connectivity and testing, and other tech trends that will define 2019. One interesting panel discussed the challenges and benefits of AI-based hardware design. Highlights from that are below. What else is … [Read more...]
Daily Updates from SuperComputing 2017 – November 15, 2017
SuperComputing 2017 remains in full force this week from the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. There are lots of activity in presentations, seminars, demonstrations and exhibits on the tradeshow floor. Stay tuned to the Samtec blog the rest of the week for more highlight. CCIX Interconnect Standard FPGA acceleration of high-performance algorithms remains a constant and growing theme in the supercomputing industry and at SC17. Several new approaches to improve the flow of data … [Read more...]
