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AI Alone Isn’t Ready for Chip Design

Cars That Think

Chip design has come a long way since 1971, when Federico Faggin finished sketching the first commercial microprocessor, the Intel 4004 , using little more than a straightedge and colored pencils. Today’s designers have a plethora of software tools at their disposal to plan and test new integrated circuits. Here’s why.

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Chevrolet Equinox EV is available now, specifications and pricing finalized

EV Specifications

The all-electric Chevrolet Equinox EV is available now with a starting MSRP of USD 43,295. The base Equinox EV LT with a starting MSRP of $34,995 will be available for ordering later in the year. The model’s expressive design has an athletic, bold, and commanding appearance that is instantly recognizable as a Chevy SUV.

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AI Alone Isn’t Ready for Chip Design

Cars That Think

Chip design has come a long way since 1971, when Federico Faggin finished sketching the first commercial microprocessor, the Intel 4004 , using little more than a straightedge and colored pencils. Today’s designers have a plethora of software tools at their disposal to plan and test new integrated circuits. Here’s why.

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New electric vehicle models available now

Plug in America

It features Matrix-design LED headlights, an electric rear spoiler that improves stability, aerodynamic optimization, and a fixed panoramic roof for a spacious and open feel. The vehicle has a luxuriously elegant design and the largest front trunk of any electric car. Additional models of the Air will be available soon. .

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Renesas introduces complex device driver software to ease development of battery management systems for EVs

Green Car Congress

Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced an AUTOSAR-compliant complex device driver (CDD) software module for designers of automotive battery management systems (BMS) in electric vehicles (EVs). The new software pairs with Renesas’ ISL78714 Li-Ion battery management IC to speed design and optimize performance of next-generation systems.

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Orange EV unveils 3rd generation electric yard truck: e-TRIEVER

Green Car Congress

The e-TRIEVER features DTS (Digital Truck Systems) designed to integrate with autonomous control systems along with advanced digital cab architecture, improved sensing, remote diagnostic capabilities, and an optional IntelliBoom package that captures 5 th wheel load weight, boom lift cycles, and kingpin presence and retention data.

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Cree introduces SiC 650V MOSFETs targeting EVs, data centers and solar

Green Car Congress

Design engineers can now meet and exceed the industry’s most ambitious efficiency standards, including 80 Plus Titanium requirements for server power. The increased efficiencies and faster switching allow customers to design smaller solutions with added performance. Enabling up to 70% higher power density compared to silicon.

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