Date: 17/04/2012
SmartFusion cSoCs from Microsemi now operate at military temperature range
Microsemi Corporation has announced its SmartFusion customizable system-on-chip (cSoC) devices to meet military operating temperatures ranging from -55 degrees C to 125 degrees C. These devices feature an integrated ARM Cortex-M3-based processor and are tested for military & avionics applications for reliable performances.
"Our mil-temp qualified cSoCs build on our more than 50-year heritage of delivering highly reliable, fully tested solutions for demanding military and avionics applications," said Esam Elashmawi, vice president and general manager at Microsemi. "In addition, our SmartFusion cSoCs combine analog and digital functionality on the same die, which allows designers to address SWaP (Size, Weight and Power) and cost concerns."
SmartFusion's customizable system on chip provides military and avionics systems designers with a reprogrammable, non-volatile logic integration solution. These devices are based on secure flash technology that provides immunity against damaging radiation-induced configuration upsets, while eliminating the need for additional code storage. The easily reprogrammable cSoCs also enable quick prototyping and design validation capabilities, which streamline product development efforts.
Other features include
· Live at power up (LAPU), immediate processing to support short initiation systems
· Offered in 500K and 60K equivalent gates and support up to 204 input/outputs (IOs)
· Enables system and power management capabilities where multiple power rails exist
· Allows designers to combine analog and digital components
Availability and packaging
Military temperature samples and software will be available in May 2012 for prototyping purposes. Fully qualified parts will be available in June 2012. Qualified parts will include the SmartFusion A2F500 FG/G: 484 and 256 packages as well as the A2F060 FG/G 256 package.
For more information, visit www.microsemi.com/soc/products/solutions/milaero/default.aspx.