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    <title>Murata Europe News</title>  
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    <description>Murata electronic components </description>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata expands the line-up of micro DC-DC converters aimed at small portable devices
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced additions to its LXDC series of ultra compact DC-DC converters that are aimed at a broad range of mobile consumer electronics such as smartphones.  The new devices, comprising the LXDC55B step-down and LXDC44A step-up models complement the existing LXDC2UR and LXDC3EP devices.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 07 Mar 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches ultra low-profile surface mount 2.4 kHz piezo sounders
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the expansion of its PKLCS family with two new 2.4 kHz SMD piezoelectric sounders aimed at white goods, portable, industrial, and automotive applications. Both the consumer part PKLCS1212E2400-R1 and the automotive/industrial part PKLCS1212E24A0-R1 are available in low profile surface mount packages. They have a 5dB increase in sound pressure level compared to previous Murata devices, and are fully reflow solder compatible. They are ideally suited for applications that need to minimize the use of leaded components or have all components be low profile.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s collaboration with Beta LAYOUT delivers comprehensive UHF Passive RFID starter kit
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata and Beta LAYOUT, a company specializing in rapid PCB prototyping services, today announced the launch of an RFID starter kit based on Murata’s MAGICSTRAP® UHF passive RFID devices. Aimed at engineers and developers wishing to quickly learn about and incorporate RFID into their electronics design, the kit comprises a reader/writer board, communication software, two reader antennas and four different kinds of MAGICSTRAP® RFID tag modules. One reader antenna is designed for standard applications where the detection range is up to several metres. The loop antenna is provided for use in hidden applications such as for anti-counterfeiting and brand protection. Using the kit allows engineers to trial the full versatility and flexibility of MAGICSTRAP® RFID devices. Communication over short distances for individual tag connections can be experienced as well as bulk reading of MAGICSTRAP® based PCB tags as necessary in logistics processes. Typical applications for MAGICSTRAP® RFID include any type of electronics application such as mobile phones, industrial control, consumer electronics and test &amp; measurement equipment.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Feb 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata completes the purchase of VTI Technology
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 6981) (ISIN: JP3914400001) announced it has completed the acquisition of VTI Technologies Oy (Head office: Vantaa, Finland, hereinafter “VTI”) by Murata Electronics Europe B.V., a full subsidiary of Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. on January 31st.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata showcases innovation in electronics at CeBIT 2012
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      <description><![CDATA[Hall 5, Stand D50 - CeBIT 2012, 6 – 10th March 2012 - Murata today announced their participation at CeBIT 2012, Hannover Messe, Germany, 6 – 10th March 2012 with stand demonstrations showcasing Murata innovations in everyday consumer electronics, healthcare technologies and energy efficiency.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces mass production of world’s thinnest waterproof piezoelectric speaker
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced it has commenced mass production of the ultra thin VSLBG2216E waterproof piezoelectric speaker. With a thickness of just 0.9 mm it is believed to be the world’s thinnest IPX7 speaker. Designed for consumer electronics applications, it is unlike other similar devices in that it does not require any additional waterproof membrane to be applied during end-product manufacture. Such additional membranes increase product time, costs and impacts the audio output quality of the speaker.  The VSLBG2216E series offers a flexible, space saving and cost effective design together with a higher quality of music reproduction.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata introduces world's first and smallest 01005-size Hi-Q MLCC
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the GJM02 series of monolithic ceramic chip capacitors (MLCC) specifically designed for use in high frequency module applications such as for coupling in power amplifiers of cellular phone handsets. Believed to be the world’s first 01005 size (EIA) Hi Q type MLCC, this miniature capacitor measures just 0.4 x 0.2 mm and has both high ‘Q’ and low equivalent serial resistance (ESR) characteristics. Having a high Q value and low ESR is essential for use in VHF, UHF and microwave power amplifier. Together they contribute to improving power amplifier efficiency and lowering power consumption. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 12 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata targets automotive markets with launch of chip monolithic ceramic capacitors with metal terminals
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the KCM series of chip monolithic ceramic capacitors (MLCC) aimed at automotive applications. Equipped with metal pins, the capacitors have been specifically designed to have long-term resilience against substrate expansion and contraction stresses resulting from sharp temperature changes experienced in automotive environments. Also, the KCM/KC3 series offer higher reliability characteristics compared to discrete capacitor elements since they are able to withstand high levels of vibration and mechanical impact associated with such designs. The KCM series suit a wide range of automotive electronic systems, such as DC-DC converters in engine control units (ECU), in conventional automobiles as well as for the growing market for electric (EV) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEV).The series comprises capacitors with nominal operating voltages from 25 to 100 VDC, and with values in the range 4.7 to 22 uF. Measuring 6.1 x 5.3 mm, and with height varying from 2.8 to 6.4 mm dependent on value, these compact capacitors require less board space and have been achieved by stacking capacitive elements.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[World’s smallest and low-profile high pressure air pump with piezoelectric technology
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the MZB1001 microblower, a miniature piezoelectric air pump designed for a wide range of household consumer products.  Measuring just 20 x 20 x 1.85 mm (excluding nozzle), the MZB1001 microblower is believed to be the smallest air pump in the market. Using a piezoelectric diaphragm, which vibrates up and down when a sine wave voltage is applied, the vibrations force air into the microblower and out through a nozzle on the top of the device. The microblower can produce typical airflow rates of up to 0.8 litres per minute and typical air pressure up to 1.5 kPa when driven by a 15 Vp-p 25 kHz signal. The piezoelectric diaphragm has been optimized for operation above the normal audible range and is typically driven by a 24 – 25 kHz signal.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Avnet Abacus signs Pan-Euro deal with Murata for Components
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata has announced it has signed a Pan-European franchise agreement with Avnet Abacus, one of Europe’s leading interconnect, passive, electromechanical and power distributors. Covering Murata’s range of innovative passive products, the agreement builds on a 20-year relationship between the two companies. Previously, Avnet Abacus has covered selected European territories for Murata passives and has held a Pan-European agreement for the company’s power solutions products.  This extended agreement further enhances Avnet Abacus’ position as a leading distributor of Murata products. 
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      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches combined SAW filter, power amplifier and magnetic stabilizer module for mobile phone applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the HFQPRAPCA series of RF wireless modules designed specifically for mobile phone applications and comprising a SAW filter, power amplifier and magnetic stabilizer. Believed to be the world’s first module to combine the three components as a single package, it measures just 6.6 x 3.8 x 1.0 mm and aids cellular phone engineers achieve a more integrated and compact design. The magnetic stabilizer, that provides the same function as an isolator, aids the modules ability to be very stable under fluctuating load conditions. Its load-resistant element is a magnet used as an isolator. It controls the characteristics of load fluctuation caused by changes in impedance that can occur when the user’s hand, metal object or other materials come close to the antenna.With the growing numbers of frequency bands supporting 3G networks, mobile phone manufacturers have found it increasingly difficult to achieve a compact design. Murata Manufacturing designed the single package module to meet the designer’s need for a compact integrated module that does not need matching.The HFQPRAPCA series is available to support the following bands; Band 5 (BC0), Band 1 (BC6), Band 25 (BC14) and Band 13. Further frequency bands will be supported in the future.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Nov 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata tightens PTC thermistor tolerance for overheat detection applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata announced today the availability of the PRF15 series of miniature positive temperature coefficient (PTC) thermistor designed specifically for overheating detection applications in a broad range of consumer electronics devices. Believed to have the industry’s tightest temperature tolerance of +/- 3 degrees C, the series lineup comprises devices with detection temperatures in the range of +80 degrees C to +150 degrees C in 10 degree C steps. Across the series the thermistor resistance at +25 degrees C is 1 k ohm, with preferred detection points occurring at 10 k ohm and 100 k ohm values. For example, the PRF15AR102RB6RC part detects +135 degrees C at 10 k ohm and +150 degrees C at 100 k ohm. Maximum voltage is 32 VDC.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Nov 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata extends partnership with Arrow Electronics across Europe
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata announced today that it has extended its distribution agreement with Arrow Electronics. Already a strong partner for Murata over many years, the new contract expands the geographical reach to include a number of new countries.Gary Atkins - Director of Murata's European Distribution business commented, “With the many changes in Murata's distribution network and the integration of Murata Power Solutions, where New Horizons were already appointed on a European basis, it is now the perfect time to fully align our companies with all products into all territories. This decision will allow Arrow Electronics to further enhance its Murata product promotions to a wider customer base, and to offer all possible technology solutions.”Dean Hassell, VP Pemco, Arrow EMEA comments, “By broadening its areas of cooperation with Arrow, Murata will be able to benefit from Arrow’s unrivalled scale and breadth in EMEA. This includes access to Arrow’s full European technical and field sales resources together with our extensive customer base. All our customers across EMEA will now have access to Murata’s portfolio via their existing dedicated Arrow customer support team.” 
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches miniature common mode choke for MIPI interfaces in 0202 package
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the DLP0QSN series of common mode choke coils aimed at new cellular smart phones and tablet PC applications that employ the internal MIPI serial data interface in additional to traditional high speed differential transmission standards such as USB 2.0, MHL and HDMI. 
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      <pubDate>Wed, 26 Oct 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches world’s smallest 2.4 GHz balanced output filter for Texas Instruments wireless connectivity solutions
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the LFB182G45BG2D280 balanced output matching filter, aimed at a broad range of 2.4 GHz wireless applications using ZigBee® and Bluetooth® low energy technologies. The new filter has been designed specifically for use with wireless connectivity system-on-chips (SoCs) from Texas Instruments Incorporated (TI), the CC253x and CC254x for ZigBee and Bluetooth technology networking respectively. Believed to be the world’s smallest filter available, Murata’s solution measures just 1.6 x 0.8 mm and incorporates all the necessary RF circuitry of a matching network, balun and filter within a single package. This tiny six-pin space saving device ensures board space, BOM count and engineering effort is kept to a minimum. Compared with a traditional inductor and capacitor design, the LFB module replaces 9 discrete 0402 components.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-launches-worlds-smallest-24-ghz-MUR156</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Oct 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches low cost series of surface mount rotary position sensors aimed at consumer and automotive applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the mass production of the SV03 series of low profile surface mount rotary position sensors. Measuring just 11 x 12 x 2.1 mm and weighing only 0.4 g, these compact sensors are idea for use in a broad range of consumer electronics appliance and are also suited to automotive applications. By detecting the angle of rotation of a switch the sensors provide a cost effective rotary switch and feedback sensor. An example application is as an airflow adjustment switch within a domestic air conditioning unit. 
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata Develops Front End Modules for Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® Applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the launch of its latest frontend modules for Wi-Fi® and Bluetooth® applications. Murata’s Microwave Monolithic Integrated Devices (MMID®) integrate the company’s power amplifier, low noise amplifier and switching product into single packages for both the 2.45GHz and 5GHz bands (respectively numbered MDFE2PFA-022 and MDFE2PFA-023). The modules can be combined with a highly integrated, single chip radio – such as the Broadcom BCM4330 chipset – to provide a connectivity solution for the cellular phone, portable device, and person computer markets.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 14 Sep 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata improves acoustic characteristics of world’s thinnest piezoelectric speaker
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced it has enhanced the audio characteristics of its ultra thin piezoelectric speaker. Measuring just 0.5 mm in thickness, the VSLBP2115E1100 series is believed to be the world’s smallest piezoelectric speaker. By optimizing the product’s structure and the use of new materials it has been possible to reduce distortion and increase sound pressure level without any change in the speaker’s size. Distortion has been reduced by 50 % in the voice frequency region of 2 to 4 kHz. Sound pressure improvements have been made in the low frequency regions of 1 kHz and below.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Aug 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata celebrates “hat-trick” of triple awards from TTI including European Supplier Excellence Award for 5th consecutive year
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata announced today it has been awarded a Platinum level Supplier Excellence Award for 2010 from TTI. This achievement, the highest possible award within TTI’s European supplier performance measurement, marks the fifth consecutive year that it has been presented to Murata. In addition, Murata has the distinction of being awarded the Diamond Award as the supplier who earned the greatest number of special recognition points in 2010. Murata also received the Best Quality Award in recognition of achieving the highest scores across all quality categories.Glyn Dennehy, Senior VP &amp; General Manager, TTI Europe comments, “Achievement of these awards not only represents the dedication of all Murata employees to TTI, but also management’s commitment and overall operating philosophy to strive for excellence. Our most sincere thanks to all employees of Murata for making this achievement possible.”“On behalf of everyone at Murata, I would like to say a big thank you to the TTI team for another fantastic year of strong business growth.” Comments Gary Atkins, Managing Director - European Distribution, Murata Europe.“Both companies have worked very hard to maintain the highest level of success. TTI have increased their focus on new products, expanded their customer base, invested in a wider and deeper range of inventory, and implemented many new initiatives that have continued to take our partnership to a new level. In previous years we have been very pleased and honored to win their supplier award, but to scoop up three new awards this year, and to achieve the status of top supplier for five consecutive years takes a major commitment from all concerned. This drive and business partnership is now deeply rooted into our business culture, and has become the normal way of working at all levels on a daily basis. Therefore, we have in place a very strong platform for continued success and partnership.”Photo caption: Left to Right, L-R Stefano Piccolo- General Manager TTI ItalyFelix Corbett- Director Supplier Marketing Europe TTIMarc Winfield – Regional VP Sales TTIJörg Frodl – Director Product Marketing Europe, TTIMarkus Brunhirl - Sales Engineer Murata EuropeGary Atkins - Managing Director European Distribution Murata EuropeThomas Altmann - Distribution Manager Murata EuropeGlenn Palmer - Managing Director European Distribution and National Accounts, Murata Europe, Terry Churcher - President, Murata Europe, Middle East &amp; AfricaGeoff Breed – VP Marketing Europe TTIGlyn Dennehy – Senior Vice President &amp; General Manager Europe TTIJamie Furness  - General Manager TTI UK, Ireland &amp; South Africa.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Renesas Electronics to transfer high-power amplifier business to Murata Manufacturing
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., the world’s number one supplier of passive electronic components, and Renesas Electronics Corporation a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, today announced that they signed a basic agreement to transfer Renesas Electronics’ high-power amplifier (HPA) business and its manufacturing site, the Nagano Device Division (Komoro, Nagano) of Renesas Eastern Japan Semiconductor, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Renesas Electronics, to Murata Manufacturing. Based on the basic agreement signed today, the companies plan to conclude a definitive agreement of this business transfer, which is scheduled to be completed by January 1, 2012. 
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      <pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[High reliability metal terminal capacitors from Murata achieve major acoustic noise reduction and are immune to PCB flexure
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed a series of MLCCs with a unique external metal terminal design which reduces problems associated with mounting larger size MLCCs, including acoustic noise production and cracks caused by flexing the PCB. The construction of this series, the KRM series, also allows two capacitors to be mounted on top of each other, doubling the effective capacitance to achieve very high capacitance values inside small footprints. Additionally, this series outperformed traditional MLCCs in heat shock cycle tests.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Jul 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata expands range of AMR sensors to include horizontal and vertical sensing
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the launch of the AS-M and AS-V series of anisotropic magneto resistance (AMR) sensors. This detection technique provides a non-contact magnetic sensor of high sensitivity for use in a relatively low magnetic field. These extremely small devices, the smallest measuring just 1.2 x 1.2 x 0.37 mm, can detect a magnetic field in either a horizontal or vertical direction. Compared to traditional magnetic switch components, such as a reed switch or Hall effect IC, AMR sensors have higher detection sensitivity, are more robust and offer a wider detection area. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-expands-range-of-amr-sensors-MUR142</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR142"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata introduces fail safe ceramic capacitor for automotive applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the launch of the GCE series of monolithic ceramic capacitors that are less prone to failure due to mechanical stress. With a soft termination of the capacitive element, the mechanical stress induced by board flexing or a wide variation of temperature is less likely to cause the capacitor body to crack. This is achieved by using a conductive resin for the terminations, and increases the body’s ability to absorb such stress. In addition, by using a multi-layer serial capacitor (MLSC) approach to the construction, the GCE series will not easily short-circuit either. This technique uses an internal “floating” plate that creates an equivalent circuit of two capacitors in series. In this way, a short circuit condition is highly unlikely to happen due to component failure. This makes the GCE series ideal for a broad range of automotive applications where safety is crucial.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR130a"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata achieves two world’s firsts with launch of smallest and only surface mount PIR sensor
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the launch of the IRS-B series of dual and quad type surface mount pyro-electric infrared sensors. Believed to be not only the smallest PIR sensors in the world, but also the only surface mount devices available, the series are aimed at a broad range of energy saving applications in consumer appliances.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-achieves-two-worlds-firsts-with-MUR141</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR141"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches world’s first safety standard certified ceramic capacitor for automotive applications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Murata announced today the launch of the DE6 series “Type KJ” ceramic capacitors specifically designed for automotive applications and certified to meet the demanding safety standards required in such operating environments. Believed to be the first manufacturer in the industry to have successfully commercialized ceramic capacitors destined for automotive applications and certified under the safety standards, the capacitors are coated with a new insulating resin material. The resin improves the temperature resistance cycle performance and allows the capacitors to be guaranteed to endure 1,000 -55°C/+125°C temperature cycles.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-launches-worlds-first-safety-standard-MUR137</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 May 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR137"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Indoor radio-controlled helicopter application drives gyro sensor shipments over 30 million mark
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata announced today that they have marked the shipment of over 30 million units of its ENC-03RC-10-R gyro sensor for radio-controlled helicopters. The ENC series of piezoelectric vibrating gyroscopes, initially designed for image stabilization in digital still and video cameras, have increasingly been in high demand to aid stable flight performance of indoor radio-controlled helicopters. The growth of the model helicopter application has rapidly driven gyro shipments over the past 3 years and now accounts for approximately 90% of global shipments.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/indoor-radio-controlled-helicopter-application-drives-gyro-MUR136</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR136"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata innovates capacitor termination less prone to mechanical stress for automotive applications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the GCJ series of monolithic ceramic capacitors designed to accommodate the bending, vibration and thermal conditions experienced in under-bonnet automotive applications. Meeting the automotive market requirements by failing-safe against a short circuit, Murata have incorporated a soft termination with the ceramic body.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-innovates-capacitor-termination-less-prone-MUR131</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 08 Apr 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR131"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata extends range of high accuracy hybrid crystal resonators
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata announces an addition to its XRCGB-M series of hybrid crystal resonators. The XRCGB26 device adds the nominal 26 MHz frequency to the comprehensive range of frequencies already supported by the XRCGB-M series. The new device has a frequency tolerance of less than ± 30 ppm and an operating range from -30 degrees C to + 85 degrees C with a frequency shift of ± 40 ppm. Frequency aging is less than ± 5 ppm per year. The XRCGB-M range also benefits from a tiny package size of just 2.0 x 1.6 x 0.7mm, comparing favourably to its quartz crystal equivalents. The series is available in frequencies of: 24, 25, 26, 27, 27.12, 30, 33.86, 40 and 48 MHz, with additional frequencies under development. Murata's hybrid crystal resonator family features a quartz crystal element manufactured by Tokyo Denpa alongside Murata's ceramic resonator technology in the same package, using Murata's production technology to create a device smaller and lower cost than a quartz crystal whilst maintaining the precision of quartz. Murata's hybrid crystal resonators now all feature four connection pads on the base to make them a more direct replacement for quartz. All Murata's hybrid crystal resonators are RoHS compliant.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-extends-range-of-high-accuracy-MUR133</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 11 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR133"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata MLCC reduces flicker and acoustic noise in LED lighting applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Murata today announced the introduction of a series of capacitors specifically designed to provide DC smoothing and acoustic noise reduction in LED lighting applications. As the market for LED lighting has steadily grown customers have recognized that a capacitive DC bias, that results in less actual capacitive value, and a piezo-electronic phenomenon within capacitors has been the cause of light flickering and acoustic noise. Previously, many designers have avoided the use of ceramic capacitors in LED lighting applications even though they have superior size and higher temperature reliability. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-mlcc-reduces-flicker-and-acoustic-MUR132</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR132"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata begins mass production of Micro DC-DC converter device series which saves space and reduces noise
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has begun mass production of its new Micro DC-DC converter device series, which will reduce the board space used by buck converters in battery powered devices. All items in this series measure 2.5 x 2.0 x 1.1mm (maximum) making them significantly smaller than discrete solutions. Murata's entire DC-DC solution for portable devices, including the Micro DC-DC converter device, occupies less than 10mm2 of board space, less than half the footprint of the same solution implemented with discrete components. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-begins-mass-production-of-micro-MUR123</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Mar 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR123"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata to exhibit innovative RFID solutions for electronics products at CeBIT
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata will be exhibiting its innovative RFID solutions, featuring a live demonstration of the company's MAGICSTRAP® UHF tag-IC module, at CeBIT 2011 in Hannover, Germany, 1-5 March 2011. Murata is located in the AutoID/RFID Solutions Park on the AIM booth, Hall 7 Stand D10. The demonstration will show how RFID can be easily integrated into any electronics product by using MAGICSTRAP®. The exhibit will also highlight how cost can be saved and value can be created by the implementation of RFID inside components on a PCB; the core of any electronics product. Murata Business Development Manager Alexander Schmoldt will give a presentation on this topic on Wednesday, March 2nd from 16:30 – 17:00 at the Forum of the AutoID(RFID Solutions Park.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-to-exhibit-innovative-rfid-solutions-MUR127</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 09 Feb 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR127"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata introduces new small footprint, low profile wirewound power inductors
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has released two additions to its LQH series of wirewound power inductors that feature low profile, improved current saturation and low DC resistance. Both parts also feature full shielding to reduce magnetic flux leakage in order to enable low DC resistance and high inductance. These power inductors are ideal for power circuitry in audio-visual equipment including televisions, DVD players, etc. and a variety of other applications.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-introduces-new-small-footprint-low-MUR118</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Feb 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR118"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata increases MLCC production capacity to keep up with market demand: Tantalum-replacement MLCCs feature excellent high frequency performance combined with short lead times
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has increased production capacity of its HiCap high capacitance range of multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) as this series is replacing tantalum capacitors in increasing numbers of applications. MLCCs' excellent noise blocking performance at high frequency, lower impedance as well as lead time and price advantages mean they are more able to replace their tantalum counterparts. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-increases-mlcc-production-capacity-to-MUR125</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR125"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata introduces new multilayer series capacitors to avoid bending failure in automotive environments
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced 13 new parts into its GCD series of MLSCs (multilayer series capacitors). This range features two capacitors in series in each package and is designed to reduce failure of electronic equipment caused by excessive bending and solder shock cracks in automotive environments. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-introduces-new-multilayer-series-capacitors-MUR120</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 11 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR120"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata increases rated current and reduces footprint of automotive grade common mode choke coils
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced an SMD version of its high rated current common mode choke coil family, raising the rated current from 3A to 10A while reducing their footprint by approximately half. Dimensions of the new components are 13.4mm (maximum) x 8.9mm x 6.6mm (typical).
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-increases-rated-current-and-reduces-MUR117a</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR117a"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[MEMS rate sensor from Murata features stable thermal performance and high reliability for accurate dead-reckoning
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has launched a MEMS rate sensor (gyro) which features excellent performance characteristics for the automotive market. The device, part number MEV-50C-R, supports accurate dead-reckoning performance for car navigation devices, but is also aimed at GPS modules, satellite antennas and other applications such as toys, including for example a high performance radio control helicopter. This sensor features the second-generation of Murata’s technology – the first generation was used in Murata's famous bicycle-riding robot, MURATA BOY, and Murata’s unicycle-riding robot, MURATA GIRL.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/mems-rate-sensor-from-murata-features-MUR110</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR110"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata introduces world's thinnest RF micro coaxial cable connector
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced the JSC series of RF micro coaxial cable connectors, which are the thinnest in the world with a profile of just 1.0mm maximum. The JSC series is for RF signal transmission in mobile phones, smartphones, PDAs and wireless mobile terminals of all types. The JSC cable connector has been developed as the result of requirements from the industry for lower profile connectors. The low profile of the connector has been achieved by introducing a C-shaped spring terminal on both the outer and inner conductors.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-introduces-worlds-thinnest-rf-micro-MUR111</link>  
      <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-introduces-worlds-thinnest-rf-micro-MUR111</guid>  
      <pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR111"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata debuts technologies to shrink footprint and increase functionality and battery life of mobile devices
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has debuted three energy efficient technologies aimed at increasing mobile device functionality and reducing size while extending battery life at Electronica 2010 in Munich, Germany. The company has announced a tiny buck converter module to help reduce footprint, a new super-capacitor technology to help provide peak power requirements and a highly integrated Bluetooth/WLAN/FM module. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-debuts-technologies-to-shrink-footprint-MUR107</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Nov 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR107"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata partners with antenna giant Kathrein on UHF RFID solution for traceability in electronic production
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has formed a partnership with the world's leading manufacturer of antennas, Kathrein, to offer a solution that simplifies the implementation of RFID in electronics production. This complete solutions removes all obstacles to the adoption of RFID in the electronics production sector. The offering from Murata and Kathrein incorporates Murata's MAGICSTRAP® RFID module technology and Kathrein's customised UHF antenna technology. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-partners-with-antenna-giant-kathrein-MUR112</link>  
      <guid isPermaLink="false">http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-partners-with-antenna-giant-kathrein-MUR112</guid>  
      <pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR112"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces world's smallest 22µF 25V-rated MLCC
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has announced a 2012-size (2.0 x 1.25mm) monolithic ceramic capacitor with a capacitance of 22µF and voltage rating of 25V, the smallest of its kind in the world.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-worlds-smallest-22f-25v-rated-MUR113</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR113"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata invites visitors to view demonstrations including unicycling robot and RFID capabilities at Electronica 2010
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata will be exhibiting at Electronica 2010 in Munich, Germany, 9-12 November 2010, on booth B5:107. The company will demonstrate its unicycling robot, Murata Girl, alongside the flexibility of its RFID technology, MAGICSTRAP®, plus its micro-blower spot cooling device and other solutions for consumer, automotive and industrial electronics. Murata Power Solutions will also be showcasing AC-DC and DC-DC products on the Murata booth. Technical experts from both Murata and Murata Power Solutions will be on hand to answer any questions about the companies’ extensive product offering. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-invites-visitors-to-view-demonstrations-MUR108</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 16 Sep 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR108"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata releases new series of common mode choke coils supporting USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Signals
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has released the DLP11TB series of 0504 chip common mode choke coils, which are designed to reduce undesirable radiation noise in electronic equipment. Murata's unique high-precision film inductor forming technology was mobilised to successfully attain an improved cut-off frequency in the transmission characteristics of these new choke coils compared with previous products. In the DLP11TB series, Murata has successfully boosted the cut-off frequency of the common mode choke coils to 8GHz or more, enabling USB3.0 SuperSpeed signals to be transmitted at more than satisfactory quality.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-releases-new-series-of-common-MUR105</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR105"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata Introduces World's First Ultra-Thin Waterproof Piezoelectric Speaker
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Featuring a thickness of only 0.9mm, Murata has launched the world’s first ultra-thin waterproof piezoelectric speaker. Based on Murata’s proprietary piezoelectric technology, the speaker is waterproof to IPX5/IPX7. The speaker measures 19.5 by 14.1 by 0.9mm; its rectangular shape reduces dead-space from designs while its ultra-thin dimensions contribute to greater freedom in equipment design.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-introduces-worlds-first-ultra-thin-waterproof-MUR101</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR101"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata expands its extensive product offering with high capacitance conductive polymer capacitors
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has launched its first non-ceramic based capacitor product, the ECAS series of polymer aluminium electrolytic capacitors. The introduction of polymer aluminium electrolytic capacitor technology is the result of Murata’s purchase of Showa Denko K.K.’s (SDK) conductive polymer capacitor business. Polymer capacitors exhibit strong equivalent series resistance (ESR) performance compared to traditional electrolytic capacitors and provide similar characteristics to multi-layer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). The ECAS series allows Murata to greatly expand its high capacitance offerings, giving customers a full range of capacitor solutions. Markets for the ECAS series capacitor include computer, digital audio visual and telecom for overall power management.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-expands-its-extensive-product-offering-MUR089</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jul 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR089"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Arithmetic processing IP core for MP3 decoders features smallest circuit size and lowest power consumption
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata, in collaboration with Mathmatec Corporation, has developed an arithmetic processing IP core for MP3 decoders that uses less than 10% of the power required for conventional general software processing. By optimising circuits with original Murata architecture, used in conjunction with the Spinor® circuit compression technology developed by Mathematec Corporation, Murata has succeeded in achieving a circuit size and power consumption level that ranks among the smallest and lowest ever to have been developed. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/arithmetic-processing-ip-core-for-mp3-MUR100</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR100"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces availability of high accuracy hybrid crystal resonator
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata announces a new series of devices in its hybrid crystal resonator family, featuring improved accuracy of less than ±100ppm. Murata's hybrid crystal resonator family features a quartz crystal element manufactured by Tokyo Denpa alongside Murata's ceramic resonator technology in the same package, using Murata's production technology to create a device smaller and lower cost than a quartz crystal whilst maintaining the precision of quartz.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata joins AIM in the UK and Netherlands
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has become a manufacturer-member of the UK and Netherlands chapters of AIM, the Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility. Representing automatic identification and mobility technology solution providers worldwide, AIM has led the way in industry standards, education and outreach since 1972. Murata became a manufacturer-member of AIM Germany in January 2010.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-joins-aim-in-the-uk-MUR096</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR096"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata scoops Platinum Supplier award from TTI
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has been awarded the Platinum level in TTI's Supplier Excellence awards for the second consecutive year. The award recognises outstanding performance in a number of tightly-measured categories throughout 2009. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-scoops-platinum-supplier-award-from-MUR095</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 May 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR095"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata develops world's first 500V-rated MLCCs with low-loss base metal electrodes to improve Q-factor of high-frequency circuits
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has added a series of 500V-rated low loss monolithic ceramic capacitors for high frequency applications to the lineup of its popular GQM series, by integrating its low loss materials technology and its base metal electrode technology. The GQM22 series is the world's first 500V-rated MLCC with base metal electrodes, featuring high Q-factor, tight capacitance tolerance and excellent high frequency characteristics.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-develops-worlds-first-500v-rated-mlccs-MUR093</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 06 May 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR093"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Industry's only conductive glue mountable thermistor developed by Murata
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Selected parts from Murata's popular chip NTC thermistor range are now available in versions suitable for conductive glue mounting. The NCG18 series of conductive glue mountable thermistors is the industry's first. The parts feature exactly the same characteristics as Murata's widely used NCP18 series, meaning that when migrating to the new type, all the relevant circuit parameters can be maintained, saving design time and cost.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/industrys-only-conductive-glue-mountable-thermistor-MUR088</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR088"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata develops world's smallest 10?F, 25V rated monolithic ceramic capacitor
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed a 1608-size 10?F monolithic ceramic capacitor, the GRM188R61E106M, which is the world's smallest with a 25V rating. Compared to previous 10?F/25V models, the new capacitor is approximately 60% smaller in volume, contributing to equipment downsizing. Further, its capacitance has been increased ten-fold compared to previous Murata capacitors with the same case size, rated voltage and temperature characteristics. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-develops-worlds-smallest-10f-25v-MUR092</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 10 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR092"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata dramatically reduces UHF RFID tag size in close-coupling applications; launches compact cost-effective UHF RFID reader/writer module
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      <description><![CDATA[RFID/SITL Show, Paris: Murata's MAGICSTRAP® UHF RFID solution is now available for close-coupling applications, enabling significant reductions in close-coupled UHF RFID tag size. The MAGICSTRAP® tag requires no external antenna and allows manufacturers to effectively reduce the size of a close-coupled UHF RFID tag to 3.2 x 1.6mm.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-dramatically-reduces-uhf-rfid-tag-MUR085</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR085"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[World's first JEITA RCX-2326 compliant MLCCs from Murata achieved with advances in capacitor construction
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's GW series of multilayer ceramic capacitors is the world's first to comply to the Japanese standard JEITA RCX-2326. This standard specifies capacitance under actual operating conditions including temperature and DC voltage. Murata has succeeded in achieving higher capacitance with the GW series under these conditions compared with previous models of multilayer ceramic capacitors. The GW series is therefore ideal for decoupling capacitor use in power supply circuits for low voltage driven devices and CPUs, FPGAs and similar applications.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/worlds-first-jeita-rcx-2326-compliant-mlccs-MUR090</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR090"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata Elektronik joins Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility
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      <description><![CDATA[Nürnberg: Murata Elektronik GmbH has become a Manufacturer-member of the German chapter of AIM, the worldwide industry association for Automatic Identification and Mobility. Representing automatic identification and mobility technology solution providers, AIM has led the way in industry standards, education and outreach since 1972.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-elektronik-joins-association-for-automatic-MUR091</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Mar 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR091"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces ultra-tight ±0.5% tolerance chip NTC thermistors
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata announces ultra-tight tolerance versions of its market-leading chip NTC (negative temperature coefficient) thermistor series, the NCP series. ±0.5% tolerance versions are now available with consumer, industrial and automotive temperature ranges. These ±0.5% tolerance chip NTC thermistors are the first of their kind to be developed and offer a low-cost alternative to IC-based sensing solutions when high sensing accuracy is required.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-ultra-tight-05-tolerance-chip-MUR087</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 17 Feb 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR087"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Narrow tolerance high-voltage resistors from Murata replace variable resistors in power supply and high voltage applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's MHR03xx series of high voltage resistors is now available with tighter tolerances than in previous versions. Parts in the range 1M? to 100M? are available with +/-0.5% tolerances, and parts up to 500M? can be produced with tolerances of +/-1%. These new narrow tolerance parts are produced using Murata's state of the art laser trimming technology, and can help reduce costs by replacing more expensive variable resistors in certain types of design. Murata has been producing high voltage resistors for more than 35 years and is the market leader in the technology. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/narrow-tolerance-high-voltage-resistors-from-murata-MUR070</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Feb 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR070"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces world's smallest pyroelectric infrared sensor
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: The latest version of Murata's pyroelectric infrared (PIR) sensor is the world's smallest at just 5.0 x 4.7 x 2.4 mm, enabling the sensor to be used in compact, low profile electronic devices and equipment. The IRS-B210ST01-R1 is also the only surface-mount PIR sensor on the market. It features high sensitivity and signal to noise ratio, excellent stability against temperature changes and white light and enhanced RFI immunity.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-worlds-smallest-pyroelectric-infrared-MUR079</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 10 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR079"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata widens line-up of automotive grade NTC chip thermistors
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has increased the lineup of its industry-leading chip thermistor family by adding a new automotive grade series of compact NTC (negative temperature coefficient) chip thermistors. The NCPxxxx0Sxx series features operating temperature between -40 and +150 degC and will be used in high temperature environments such as engine control circuitry. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-widens-line-up-of-automotive-grade-MUR086</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 18 Dec 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR086"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata soft termination capacitors reduce cracks due to board bending
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed a capacitor end termination technology that significantly reduces the risk of damage when subject to bending stress.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-soft-termination-capacitors-reduce-cracks-MUR060</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR060"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces entry into large form factor power inductor market with introduction of 8x8mm wirewound chip coil series
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced the LQH88P_38 series of power inductors, supporting up to 8A rated current. These inductors measure 8 x 8 mm (3131-size) with a low profile of just 3.8 mm (typical) and are designed for use in DC-DC converters for flat panel TVs, set-top boxes, recording devices, wireless base stations and other consumer electronics applications. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-entry-into-large-form-MUR071</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR071"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's improved performance wirewound chip inductors contribute to DC-DC converter efficiency
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's latest 1212 size wirewound chip inductor series offers improved performance in the same compact, low profile case size. The LQH3NP_J0 series is designed specifically for DC-DC converter applications and features reduced DC resistance and increased allowable current. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-improved-performance-wirewound-chip-inductors-MUR073</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR073"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata launches low capacitance electrostatic discharge protection devices
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata introduces the LXES series of ceramic and silicon based ESD protection devices. Both types feature high suppression levels, high repetition durability and ultra-low capacitance for use in high speed data transmission environments. ESD protection devices are critical components in protecting sensitive circuits in electronic equipment such as mobile phones, notebook PCs and netbooks, digital cameras and other consumer devices from electrostatic discharge (ESD).  
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-launches-low-capacitance-electrostatic-discharge-MUR068</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR068"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata designs World's thinnest embedded capacitor for substrates featuring high capacitance
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced the GRU series, the world’s thinnest embedded monolithic capacitor for substrates. Using advanced ceramic technology, the new 0402 size capacitor, measuring only 1.0mm x 0.5mm x 0.15mm, is built into the substrate for placement below integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronics. The GRU series was developed using Murata’s leading-edge dielectric material expertise to achieve the world’s lowest profile at 150µm with a sophisticated external electrode formation to reduce the component’s thickness. Since this capacitor is designed to be mounted within the PCB substrate, it also enhances equipment performance by reducing wiring inductance. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-designs-worlds-thinnest-embedded-capacitor-MUR061</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR061"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata acquires Panasonic Electronic Devices' MLCC business
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata Manufacturing Company, Ltd., a world-leading innovator in electronics and the largest global supplier of ceramic passive components, announced that it has purchased the multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) business from Panasonic Electronic Devices (PED). This acquisition increases Murata’s international competitiveness in the MLCC market as PED's technology and customers will be transferred to Murata.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-acquires-panasonic-electronic-devices-mlcc-MUR076</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR076"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[LC filter array from Murata improves receiving sensitivity for mobile phones
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's latest addition to its NFA18SL series of EMIFIL LC arrays, the NFA18SL227V1A45, has improved electrical performance with deeper insertion loss characteristics at high frequency, compared to the rest of the NFA18SL range. The new 3-terminal filter array is designed for blocking high frequency noise in parts of mobile phone handset, particularly the LCD and camera modules found in these applications. The device's broad insertion loss characteristics at 800MHz to the high GHz range allows mobile phone designers to improve the receiving sensitivity of the phone and GPS functionality, without compromising board space. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/lc-filter-array-from-murata-improves-MUR055</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR055"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Piezo sound components offer low profile, low current solution for automotive and consumer applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Fleet, UK: Murata's piezo sound components are available in low-profile SMD packaging for automotive and consumer electronics. Compared to magnetic/dynamic sound components, piezo sounders and buzzers consume very little current, are lightweight and reduce the amount of components needed in the drive circuit as they can be driven directly from an IC. There is no magnetic noise interference from piezo parts as the sound component is based on a piezoelectric ceramic diaphragm. The RoHS compliant parts are high impedance (1 to 5kOhm) and are available in SMD packages to help keep assembly costs low. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/piezo-sound-components-offer-low-profile-MUR072</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR072"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Increased capacitance and lower cost for Murata's X2-class safety capacitors
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has increased the capacitance and reduced the cost of its GB series of monolithic ceramic capacitors for power supply primary circuits. These parts are the first monolithic capacitors aimed at power supply primary circuit applications to achieve 56nF capacitance. The cost was also reduced by 15% over previous models by replacing the precious metals like silver that were used for the electrodes with a base metal such as nickel. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/increased-capacitance-and-lower-cost-for-MUR067</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Aug 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR067"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's ultra-thin rectangular piezo speakers replay music and voice with flat frequency response
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: The latest addition to Murata's family of piezoelectric ceramic speakers is ultra-thin, just 1.2mm in thickness, with side ventilation in its sturdy metal housing helping to keep the thickness down. The VSLBP1913E series' unique rectangular shape improves its frequency response and minimises 'dead-space' in handheld devices. The series' flat frequency response makes it suitable for the replay of voice and music in today's thin and stylish mobile phone handsets.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-ultra-thin-rectangular-piezo-speakers-replay-MUR044</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jul 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR044"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's SAW filter for Bluetooth and WiFi circuits simplifies designs and reduces bill of materials in mobile devices
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: The latest advances in Murata's filter technology have led to development of a new SAW filter whose high power capability means it can be used as a top filter, replacing two interstage filters with a single component. In addition, the filter's external matching circuit requires just two inductors. This overall reduction in component count minimises a design's bill of materials and will be of particular benefit to OEMs making wireless consumer devices such as mobile phones. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-saw-filter-for-bluetooth-and-MUR057</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Jul 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR057"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata reduces thickness of RFID modules by half to target paper tags for mainstream retail applications: Low placement accuracy requirement eases manufacture and cuts costs
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has reduced the size of its tiny RFID module MAGICSTRAP®, making it suitable for paper label inlays for mainstream retail applications. The size of this second generation of the MAGICSTRAP module is 1.6 x 1.0 x 0.25 mm; the module's thickness has been reduced by more than half and its volume by 89% compared to first generation MAGICSTRAP devices. MAGICSTRAP RFID modules can be mounted using ordinary adhesive, with only millimetre accuracy, onto almost any conductive surface to act as the antenna. Murata's MAGICSTRAP therefore represents an easy to implement “Zero Defect” tag solution that requires only minimal knowledge of RF electronics. Its low placement accuracy requirements allow RFID inlays for paper tags to be manufactured without sophisticated component placement machinery which results in substantial cost savings for manufacturers. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-reduces-thickness-of-rfid-modules-MUR063</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR063"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Robot unicyclist's first visit to Europe
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Unicycling robot MURATA GIRL will visit Europe for the very first time from her home in Japan to perform at the ARS Electronica Centre in Linz, Austria from June 20. She will perform alongside her cousin, cycling robot MURATA BOY, at demonstrations at the ARS Electronica Centre and in Linz's main square. MURATA BOY will also accompany young cyclists around an obstacle course on the ARS Electronica Centre's main deck. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/robot-unicyclists-first-visit-to-europe-MUR066</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's long lead thermistor for hard to reach areas gains automotive qualifications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's Thermo-String long lead thermistor range for monitoring the temperature of areas that are hard to reach with surface-mount thermistors is now fully qualified for automotive use. Hot spots may not always be on the PCB or motherboard, so Thermo-String's long leads of up to 150mm allow the head of the thermistor to be situated as close to the problem area as possible, even in narrow or small locations. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-long-lead-thermistor-for-hard-MUR049</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR049"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's hybrid ceramic and quartz crystal resonator combines high precision, small size and low cost
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata and Tokyo Denpa have jointly developed a hybrid crystal and ceramic resonator. The XRCGA series of Hybrid Crystal Resonators features a quartz crystal element manufactured by Tokyo Denpa alongside Murata's ceramic resonator technology in the same package. Murata's production technology results in smaller and lower cost devices that maintain the precision offered by the quartz crystal. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-hybrid-ceramic-and-quartz-crystal-MUR059</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 May 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR059"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces world's smallest RF switch connector with enhanced characteristics for UWB compatibility
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has enhanced the operating frequency range and reduced the footprint of its tiny RF switch connectors to create the new SWG series, now suitable for UWB (ultra wide band) applications. The SWG series of connectors, the world's smallest RF switch connectors at just 2.0 x 2.0 x 0.9mm, are designed to enable reliable testing of RF circuits throughout a product's development stage up to final production and save PCB space in portable/handheld consumer electronics applications. The series' small footprint makes it ideal for mobile phones, PDAs, GPS systems and measurement equipment and is compatible with WiFi, WiMAX, 4G, Bluetooth, ZigBee and UWB wireless standards. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-worlds-smallest-rf-switch-MUR053</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 May 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR053"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata enhances performance of EMIFIL chip ferrite beads giving up to 60% lower DC resistance
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has enhanced the performance of its high performance EMIFIL chip ferrite beads to help designers save power and space in portable equipment designs. New ceramic materials and process technologies have allowed Murata to lower the DC resistance of its chip ferrite beads by up to 60%, increasing rated current to create the BLM15AX_SN series.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-enhances-performance-of-emifil-chip-MUR052</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 09 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR052"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's LQH44P series of 1515-size wire-wound chip inductors help save space and increase efficiency in DC-DC converters
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata now offers its low DC resistance, high rated current wire-wound chip inductors in low profile 1515-size packaging (4.0 x 4.0 x 1.65mm), designed to save space and increase efficiency in DC-DC converter designs. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-lqh44p-series-of-1515-size-wire-wound-MUR051</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR051"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata GJ8 series of low-profile capacitors reduces acoustic noise by up to 30dB
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's GJ8 series of multi-layer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCCs) has been specifically developed to reduce acoustic noise in consumer and industrial electronics applications. Sound can be generated by the MLCCs at the input to the DC-DC converter in a notebook PC, or by capacitors in the control circuit of the LCD module in a mobile phone. This problem is caused by the expansion and contraction of the dielectric element in some MLCCs, which causes the PCB to vibrate at the amplitude of the voltage applied. When the frequency of the voltage applied approaches audio frequencies, a noise can be heard.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-gj8-series-of-low-profile-capacitors-MUR048</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR048"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata reduces the size of its AMR magnetic switches for open/close detection in consumer electronics
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has reduced the size of its AMR magnetic switches, saving space and cost in consumer electronics applications. AMR (Anisotropic Magneto Resistance) magnetic switches are primarily used for open/close detection in home appliances such as white goods and security equipment as well as other consumer electronics devices like mobile phones, laptop PCs, digital cameras etc. Murata's range of AMR switches is now available in an ultra small package measuring 1.0x0.9x0.5mm, in addition to industrial standard package sizes such as SOT23 and SON4.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-reduces-the-size-of-its-MUR041</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR041"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata doubles rated current of its chip ferrite beads for power supply applications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed a new series of chip ferrite beads, the BLM18KG series, that achieves between 1.5 times and double the rated current of Murata's previous series of chip ferrite beads. The BLM18KG series has also reduced its package size from the typical 0805 size (2.0 x 1.25 mm) to 0603 size (1.6 x 0.8 mm). 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-doubles-rated-current-of-its-MUR040</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata sponsors Bath Rugby's online TV channel
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Fleet, UK: Murata is sponsoring Bath Rugby TV, the online TV channel that features exclusive interviews with Bath Rugby's players and staff. BRTV gives fans unprecedented access to all of those behind the scenes at Bath Rugby, including footage of players and coaches that other media simply do not have access to. BRTV has followed the team to away trips, training camps, player’s homes and even watched Nick Abendanon strip off for charity! Streaming worldwide, Bath Rugby TV can be enjoyed in almost every country in the world and fans can see their favourite players up close and personal on a regular basis – with all the bloopers and hilarity that goes along with it. Bath Rugby TV is available at www.bathrugby.com/tv
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-sponsors-bath-rugbys-online-tv-MUR050</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 09 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR050"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata reduces GIGAFIL RF filters' footprint by 72% for W-CDMA, LTE cellular basestations
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Two new block-type dielectric RF filters for telecoms basestation applications have been added to Murata's GIGAFIL range. The filters have been designed for cellular basestation applications which use a digital pre-distortion amplifier (DPD), as they feature a wide pass band and flat ripple performance, which are required for DPD PA design. The filter's small size (10.6 x 6.0 x 4.8mm) means they require 72% less mounting space compared to Murata's previous generation of filters for this application. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-reduces-gigafil-rf-filters-footprint-MUR031</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR031"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's Power MONO ceramic capacitor saves board space in Hybrid Electric Scooter application
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata announces that its Power MONO ceramic capacitor has been designed into a hybrid electric scooter. Power MONO ceramic capacitors are much more compact than their film or aluminium electrolytic counterparts and feature high allowable ripple current. Further, Murata designed innovative metal terminals for the Power MONO series that prevent cracking in the ceramic material when exposed to mechanical stress.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-power-mono-ceramic-capacitor-saves-MUR035</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR035"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s Power MONO MLCCs save space and weight in Magneti Marelli KERS System for Formula 1
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata’s Power MONO capacitors have been used in a KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) for Formula 1 cars designed by Magneti Marelli.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-power-mono-mlccs-save-space-MUR037</link>  
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      <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR037"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces industry's smallest isolator, 56% smaller than previous generation, saves space in multi-band mobile phone applications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed the industry's smallest isolator for use in 800MHz/2GHz mobile phone handset applications. The CEG23 series' innovative construction helps to save mounting space in even the most demanding of designs. The new isolator is 56% smaller than Murata's previous generation of isolators, measuring a tiny 2.0 x 2.0 x 1.0mm.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-industrys-smallest-isolator-56-MUR036</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata to demonstrate cycling robot Murata Boy, WiFi software and automotive capabilities at Electronica 2008
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata Boy's next performance will be at Electronica 2008 in Munich, Germany, 11-14 November, where he will perform his latest moves in front of a live audience. Murata Boy is Murata's cycling robot mascot and this year, he has travelled all the way from Japan to show Electronica visitors the new tricks he has been taught by Murata's team of engineers. Shows will be hosted 8-10 times each day throughout the week on the Murata stand (B5:107). 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-to-demonstrate-cycling-robot-murata-MUR039</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR039"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata announces 1212 size inductors with low DC resistance to help improve efficiency in DC-DC converters
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed two new series of low-profile wirewound chip inductors for use in DC-DC converter applications. Both the LQH3NPxM0 series and LQH3NPxG0 series of inductors offer low DC resistance, vital for DC-DC converter applications as it prevents energy dissipation from the inductor, improving the converter’s overall efficiency. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-announces-1212-size-inductors-with-MUR029</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 02 Oct 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR029"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s latest EMI filter coil in 0504 packaging delivers high 6GHz cut-off frequency for HDMI A/V connectors
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has announced the latest addition to its EMIFIL range of tiny common mode choke coils, the DLP11SA900HL2. The coil is designed to minimise electromagnetic interference (EMI) in HDMI and similar high speed differential signal lines, and features a high 6GHz cut-off frequency, making it ideal for use in 1080p applications. Its small (1.25x1x.82mm) 0504 size case and industry leading specification enables board space to be freed up without degrading performance or signal integrity.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-latest-emi-filter-coil-in-MUR028</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR028"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata SAW resonator family for ISM-band devices achieves ±50ppm tolerance
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's latest family of SAW resonators is designed for short range devices (SRDs) operating in the ISM300 and ISM400 bands, and achieves ±50ppm tolerance. Because of its tight tolerance, the SARCC series of SAW resonators helps designs comply with the latest ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute) frequency error standard. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-saw-resonator-family-for-ism-band-MUR025</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR025"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Pre-qualified Murata all-in-one Bluetooth module saves development time and cost
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's latest all-in-one Bluetooth module enables designers to easily integrate Bluetooth functionality into their applications without specific RF knowledge or expertise, saving development time, resource and cost. The LBMA46LCS integrates all the components necessary for Bluetooth operation including Bluetooth chipset, antenna filter, EEPROM and oscillator.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/pre-qualified-murata-all-in-one-bluetooth-module-saves-MUR026</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR026"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[World’s first 0302 1.0µF 2-element capacitor array 
from Murata cuts mounting space and
costs in mobile devices
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has introduced the world’s first 0.9 x 0.6mm (0302) 1.0?F 2-element capacitor array, part number GNM0M2R60E105M. This new 0302-size 2-element capacitor array has achieved 1.0?F per element, which is unprecedented even for a single 0.6 x 0.3 mm (0201) device. 
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/worlds-first-0302-10f-2-element-capacitor-MUR034</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR034"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata high performance, low cost standardised antennas for GPS, Bluetooth and WLAN applications require little design resource
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed a series of platform antennas for GPS, Bluetooth and WLAN 2.4GHz applications. Both On-GND and GND-clearance types are available. These standardised parts require little design resource compared to creating a customised design, and eliminate associated tooling costs. The series achieves high-performance in a tiny package size by using Murata’s high-Q dielectric ceramics.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-high-performance-low-cost-standardised-MUR030</link>  
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      <pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR030"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's high inductance, high Q chip inductors help miniaturise FM circuits
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata's LQW21H series of chip inductors maintains high Q of at least 35 in the FM band, whilst offering high inductance and small size. It enables designers working with FM circuits to miniaturise their designs without compromising on performance.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-high-inductance-high-q-chip-MUR022</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jul 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR022"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[World’s smallest ferrite beads from Murata save space in EMI filtering applications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: To keep up with the industry's demands for miniaturisation, Murata has introduced the world's smallest ferrite beads. Designed for EMI filter applications in DC power lines, these components will help to reduce board space without compromising on performance.
]]></description>  
      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/worlds-smallest-ferrite-beads-from-murata-MUR023</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR023"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s tiny, easy to mount inductive-coupled RFID device enables global product lifecycle tracking without RF expertise
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has developed a tiny RFID module, MAGICSTRAP™, that enables product lifecycle tracking using any global frequency whilst minimising the amount RF expertise required to implement an RFID solution.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-tiny-easy-to-mount-inductive-coupled-MUR024</link>  
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      <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR024"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata's PRF thermistor series protects power FETs in multiple locations in POL converter applications
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: The latest addition to Murata's PRF family of chip ceramic thermistors (POSISTORs) is the PRF18xx5RB series, designed for overheat detection of power FETs in point of load (POL) DC-DC converters and other power supply applications. Each part has two temperature sensing points and features characteristic curves that rise very sharply. The series has a resistance of 470? at 25°C, rising to 4.7k? between 65 and 145°C, rising further to 47k? between 80 and 150°C, depending on the part number. The PRF series is available in tiny 0603 packaging, and is also suitable for detecting overheat conditions in battery packs, motors, power devices and other systems.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-prf-thermistor-series-protects-power-MUR020</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 29 May 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
      <media:thumbnail width="154" height="153" url="http://murata-images.publitek.net/get_image.php?image=MUR020"/>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata extends HiCap series of MLCC capacitors to 125°C rating
]]></title>  
      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Following strong demand from the plasma cell flat panel display and power supply markets, Murata has extended the maximum operating temperature rating of its popular HiCap series from 85°C to 125°C. This has been achieved largely through the development of new ceramic materials.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-extends-hicap-series-of-mlcc-MUR015</link>  
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s environmentally-friendly tape packaging for ultra-small 01005 chip capacitors is 90% cleaner
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata’s GRM02 series of 01005 chip capacitors is now available in W4P1 plastic tape packaging. This new tape is 4mm wide and has a pitch of 0.1mm, saving around 75% of the volume of packaging material waste compared to the previous tape packaging. As the new tape is plastic, it reduces the amount of fluff and dust produced by at least 90% over the old paper tape. Class 1000 clean mounting processes can now be applied to the GRM02 series, so that more applications can take advantage of the series’ low ESR, low ESL and ultra-small size.
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata appoints Stuart Criddle as Key Account Manager for Distribution
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      <description><![CDATA[Fleet, UK: The latest addition to the Murata Electronics UK team is Stuart Criddle, who joins as Key Account Manager - Distribution. 
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      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 08 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s high-Q low-ESR MLCCs reduce power consumption in RF applications
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata’s GQM series of high-Q multilayer ceramic chip (MLCC) capacitors features low ESR and high Q at VHF, UHF and microwave frequencies. Low ESR – 0.1 Ohms at 1GHz for a typical 10pF capacitor – helps reduce power consumption in mobile phones, basestations and telecommunications equipment, particularly RF power amplifiers. The series comes with high voltage ratings up to 250V in 0603 packaging, and up to 100V in 0805 packaging. 0805 versions rated at 250V are under development.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata shrinks DC power filtering by 60% with 0402 ferrites
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has released the BLM15P series of chip ferrite bead inductors in 0402 packages. These tiny parts measure 1.0 by 0.5 by 0.5mm, achieving a footprint that is over 60% smaller than the 0603 types offered previously, without degradation in performance. The devices are suitable for EMI reduction on DC power lines and low speed signal lines where the smaller packaging reduces board space.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 24 Jan 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s multilayer chip coils save 44% board space compared to wirewound parts
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: A new monolithic chip coil series of power inductors from Murata, the LQM2HP series, features a package size of just 2.5 by 2.0 by 1.1mm (1008 size). These multilayer power inductors use Murata’s proprietary ceramic materials and innovative inner electrode design. They enable board space savings of up to 44% without performance degradation when compared to wirewound parts.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jan 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata’s SMD pyroelectric infrared movement sensor saves board space
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata’s surface mount pyroelectric infrared (PIR) movement sensor is now available in a surface mount package that is both smaller and lower cost than its thru-hole counterpart. Murata’s IRS-A200ST01-R1 SMD PIR sensor is constructed with H shaped electrodes, as is the through-hole version, the IRA-E700ST.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/muratas-smd-pyroelectric-infrared-movement-sensor-MUR006</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 10 Jan 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[0402 directional couplers from Murata save PCB space in cellular phones
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata Electronics Europe has introduced the LDC15 series of 0402 SMD chip multilayer hybrid couplers. These ultra-small low-profile directional couplers measure just 1.0 by 0.5 by 0.4 mm, saving PCB space in cellular phone and other handheld wireless applications. Based on Murata’s own ceramic multilayer technology, members of the series are available in the frequency range 800 to 3000MHz.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 08 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[New Murata RF measurement facility reduces system development time for customers
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      <description><![CDATA[Caponago, Milano, Italy: Murata Europe announces the opening of its SAW filter and resonator measurement facility in Milan, Italy. The measurement facility has a team of RF engineers to support designers at all stages of their RF projects in the 300, 400 and 800MHz ISM bands. The facility provides application notes, reference designs and testing services for customers’ own prototypes.
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      <pubDate>Mon, 17 Dec 07 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata pattern recognition sensors for compact banknote readers have excellent gap characteristics
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      <description><![CDATA[Hoofddorp, Netherlands: Murata has released four new products in its BS05 series of magnetic pattern recognition sensors. The BS05M1HFAL, BS05M1KFCA, BS05M1KFFA and BS05M1KFBB magneto-resistive sensors are designed for ATMs, banknote counters, detectors and other validator applications. The devices are suitable for detection of magnetic thread or magnetic ink, and enable simple and quick mounting.  These parts retain around 70% of their output voltage at a 0.1mm gap between sensor and substrate, compared to just 4% for typical coil head sensors. Along with their stable frequency characteristic, which is independent of the scanning speed, this makes them suitable for high-speed processing devices that demand superior accuracy.
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      <pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 07 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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      <title><![CDATA[Murata develops world's smallest RF switch connector
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      <description><![CDATA[Fleet, UK: Murata, a world-leading innovator in electronics and the largest global supplier of passive components, today introduced the world’s smallest Radio Frequency (RF), surface mount switch connector for wireless applications. The MM8130-2600RB8 measures only 2.5 by 2.5 by 1.4mm and is designed to reliably test microwave frequencies throughout a product’s development stage up to final production. The small footprint is ideal for cellular phones, PDAs, GPS systems and measurement equipment. The SWF series is also an excellent fit for advanced devices such as Wireless Local Area Networks (WLAN), WiMax, Ultra Wide Band (UWB), Bluetooth and Zigbee technologies.
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      <link>http://www.murata.eu/news/en/pr/murata-develops-worlds-smallest-rf-switch-MUR002</link>  
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      <pubDate>Thu, 01 Nov 07 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>  
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