Acroname Launches First Programmable USB Type-C Hub Designed for USB-PD Debug and Validation

USB Specifications, unified by products using a USB Type-C connector, commonly called USB-C, promise standardized power and data delivery. Unfortunately, poorly tested devices in the market can make USB-C systems unpredictable, expensive, and frustrating to consumers. Improving USB-C testing is critical to delivering on the “one connector to rule them all” promise of USB-C. Acroname's new USBHub3c makes testing USB-C devices easier, safer, and cheaper.

With the release of ArtemiS SUITE 12.5, HEAD acoustics introduced a complete structural analysis package, offering Time Domain Animation, Operational Deflection Shape (ODS), Shape Comparison Tool and Modal Analysis. This will allow a unified software environment for simulation and project engineers to address structural dynamic issues within the ArtemiS SUITE with ease and efficiency.

This article addresses how modern methods of acoustical virtual product development make it possible to assess and optimize quality and performance problems throughout the entire product development process. Using a combination of modeling, simulation, and measurement tools, everything can be analyzed in-depth before building the physical product, the two authors explain. This article was originally published in audioXpress, September 2020.

Sensaphonics, a company devoted to hearing health in in-ear monitors, has published a study showing the broadband isolation achieved with its proprietary soft-silicone earpieces, with broadband attenuation averaging 34 dB. According to Sensaphonics, this distinguishes the company's products and challenges other IEM manufacturers to document isolation, the most important factor to consider when comparing IEMs.

Acoustic design and measurement firm Warkwyn, recently acquired by US OEM speaker manufacturer MISCO, announced that it has completed the relocation of all operations from Ontario, Canada to Minneapolis and is now fully operational. The company also announced that its role as North American sales and training agent for Klippel GmbH has been renewed.