Projecting tomorrow’s technology.

PRISMA is your professional technology integrator for innovative business solutions. We specialise in semiconductor and system components – from design-in processes and project development to business consultancy. With our many years’ experience, we are able to assist you by developing and implementing new business ideas in the fields of embedded systems and the Internet of Things.

You benefit from innovative solutions that represent state-of-the-art technology at a competitive price. Regardless of whether it is hardware, software or business-model development – we always focus on your sustainable success.

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Explore Dual Mode Communication (PLC + RF) Technology with VertexCom

The G3-PLC Alliance, the world’s leading industry alliance for powerline communication in smart grid applications, now again takes the lead by developing and certifying the next generation PLC standard incorporating Radio Frequency (RF) capabilities. The G3-PLC Hybrid is the first industry hybrid standard offering extended capabilities in one seamlessly managed network over both media, PLC and RF. This way, the revolutionary hybrid profile provides an efficient and cost-effective solution for smart grid, smart city, industry and IoT applications. The G3-PLC Alliance is pleased to announce the launch of its certification programme for the hybrid profile. With this remarkable achievement, the first hybrid platforms and products are now under certification.

VC83X0 (VC8310/VC8320) from VertexCom is a dual mode Power Line Communication (PLC) processor with integrated sub-GHz RF Transceiver. VC83X0 incorporates one 32-bit ARM Cortex M4 MCU, one 32-bit DSP, one embedded Flash memory, 6 UART interfaces, one SPI interface, one 10/100M Ethernet MAC, PLC MAC/PHY layer functions, Analog Front-End (AFE) and high current Line Driver.

VC83X0 supports multiple modern narrowband and broadband PLC standards for Smart Grid and other IIoT applications. In cooperation with the integrated high performance sub-GHz RF transceiver, VC83X0 delivers the optimum dual-mode (PLC + RF) hardware platform for AMI networking in Smart Grid connections. On top of VC83X0 Vertexcom’s mesh software stack based on hop-by-hop PLC/RF transmission media selection provides the most effective solution to solve coverage and reliability difficulties encountered in a complicated outdoor environment.

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Winbond: What You Need to Know about HyperRAM™ – An Alternative Memory Option

Before knowing HyperRAM™, one should understand HyperBus™ first. HyperBus™ technology was first unveiled by Cypress in 2014, and according to Cypress, “the HyperBus™ interface draws upon the legacy features of both parallel and serial interface memories, while enhancing system performance, ease of design, and system cost reduction.” HyperRAM™ is a new technical solution which supports the HyperBus™ interface. The first generation of it offers a throughput up to 333 MB/s, and HyperRAM™ 2.0 made it possible to boost up to 400 MB/s.

Winbond Electronics has decided to cooperate with Cypress, which first launched its HyperRAM™ product in 2015, and join the HyperRAM™ camp. In terms of HyperRAM™, Winbond has launched 32Mb/64Mb/128Mb density products already, and 256Mb/512Mb density products are under development. This move will help Winbond further expand its product portfolio to respond to the diverse application needs, as well as make the ecosystem more complete through active participation. Currently, products of 24BGA (6×8 mm2) with automotive grade, 49BGA (4×4 mm2) and WLCSP (Wafer Level Chip Scale Package) with targeting consumer wearable market, and KGD (Known Good Die) are all available.

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indie Semiconductor Unveils Revolutionary On Board Vehicle Diagnostics Solution

indie Semiconductor launched a new on-board diagnostics (OBD) device, the OnBrD™. The OnBrD™ is a complete hardware and software solution for high-performance OBD-II applications including vehicle tracking, geofencing, connectivity, real-time automotive diagnostics and black box event data recorders.

Specifically, indie’s compliant line drivers and hardware controllers make the OnBrD™ a hot plug safe device, while its distinctive, highly integrated, single layer architecture supports both new and existing system platforms.

OBD-II solutions monitor a car’s computer system and report trouble codes. The electronic control unit then uses a microprocessor to read inputs from various engine sensors in real time. When a reading is outside of the expected values, the system logs a diagnostic trouble code (DTC), which is read through the OBD port. Remote diagnostics are extremely valuable tools in preventive maintenance and scheduling vehicle service cycles, reducing downtimes and the risk of breakdowns.

Competencies

Successful cooperation is based on mutual trust. Through open dialogue, we will get to the core of your company’s identity and harness your company’s full potential. Your needs and challenges drive our activities. Together, we create a scenario that is then put into action with our partners (see list of partners here). Hardware, software or a grand idea without a concept behind it is just “off-the-shelf technology”. But you should expect more: embedded systems that are tailored perfectly to your needs. That’s tailored technology.

ANALYSIS

Each process starts with an honest assessment of the current situation, taking market conditions and your core areas of expertise into account. We regard this phase as an open exchange of information in an open-minded and unrestricted way. As a trusted partner and challenger, the greatest possible benefit for you is our biggest goal.

Therefore we accept rejections, restrictions or changes to an existing order during the analysis phase. Three questions are key in this context: What do you really want to achieve? Which barriers are you confronted with? Will it take your company forward?

CONCEPT

In the concept phase, your wishes and needs are translated into proposed specific solutions and matched with the portfolios and skill sets of our partners. You will profit from our semiconductor, system and market experience as well as from our capability to make technical resources available.

The proof of concept covers not only technical but also commercial aspects providing the foundation of your business decisions.

IMPLEMENTATION

Now the “doing” phase starts: PRISMA brings together the right resources at the right time in the right place. We take care of the project management using the latest techniques as well as escalation and moderation tasks. You will benefit from smooth cooperation and fast time to market by using our extensive partner network and coordination capabilities.

The success of your project is not the end of the story: we stay by your side throughout every stage of the product lifecycle, provide technical support and assist you with sales and acquisition consulting.

Team

Prisma. Passionate Professionals.

Thorsten Plahusch

„Coming together is a beginning, keeping together is progress, working together is success.” (Henry Ford)

Dr. Eckart Hauber

“We stand for interdisciplinary expertise – and work with the utmost passion for your success.”

Detlef Kaminski

“Be prismatic.“

Anne Melchior

“For us it’s crucial to always be available for our customers – and make them happy.”

Tilo Hahn

„When it gets difficult is often right before you succeed.“ (Chris Garret)

Yvonne Gastpar

“Actions are better than words, so just face the problem and tackle it!”

Oliver Weng

“We say: No way! to no way!”

Markets

Automotive

Central Europe, and Germany especially, is a cluster region for the automotive industry and home to many innovation and global market leaders in the OEM and supplier business. Many years’ experience and a wealth of contacts have given us an in-depth understanding of this complex industry. The applications range from classical automotive electronics to innovative infotainment systems, ADAS and car-to-x solutions, as well as other applications relating to autonomous driving. Technology is playing an increasingly important role in the automotive industry – and PRISMA solutions are an indispensable competitive advantage in this context.

Industrial

Industry 4.0 is the greatest driver of innovation in this segment and Central Europe harbours a range of hidden champions among the market leaders. Developments such as Smart Factory demand real-time connectivity, security and safety, paving the way for the Internet of Things, and PRISMA solutions will help you to set the pace and stay ahead in this fast evolving environment.

Consumer

Consumer electronics are also becoming increasingly intelligent and networked at home. TVs, communication devices, watches, appliances and home gateways – the future is becoming even smarter. New yet unknown business opportunities will emerge to challenge your existing business models and will force you to develop new products and services. PRISMA supports you with innovative hardware solutions or fully integrated systems including software, mechanical design and high-quality housing – from sensors to the cloud.