On November 15th, 2014, a 17-meter long fuel cell passenger ferry began her first daily service in Sun Moon Lake, the world-wide famous National Scenic Area in central Taiwan. Each year more than 6 millions of tourists visit Sun Moon Lake to sightsee this beautiful landscape.This fuel cell ferry named Star of Hope was designed and manufactured in response to the rise of environment protection awareness and the elevation of passengers' comfort requirement. Star of Hope emits no green house gas, and also removes fossil fuel odor by adopting the cutting-edge design of fuel cell and battery hybrid-power solution.The fuel cell electric powertrain of Star of Hope was designed and integrated by YC SYNERGY(YCS) in Taiwan. YCS spent a little over 8 months to fully complete the production and integration of the electric propulsion system. After multiple and detailed testing and the certification process, Star of Hope is the only electric ferry that passes all major performance and safety inspection by the Ministry of Transportation in Taiwan.Star of Hope uses a catamaran design, or twin hulls, to reduce water resistance and expand the deck space for accommodating up to 90 passengers. The power train includes 2 sets of 40KW motors operating simultaneously at over 300 Volt power, and with YCS's transmission design, the ferry can reach over 10 knots. At 6 knots cruising speed, the running time can last for over 8 hours. Furthermore, this vehicle is also equipped with solar panel as an auxiliary power for the light-current system.YCS' powertrain has dual power source, fuel cell and Li battery. The PEM Fuel Cell that YCS uses in the powertrain solution has several advantages: fast start-up, low reaction temperature (<80 degree C), long life, and excellent for repetitive start-stop operation. Integrated with YCS' fast power demand responding system, the fuel cell can provide needed power in time. With LiFe battery, the solution can provide high power output and long cruising range.About YC SYNERGY (YCS)YCS provides complete 3-in-1 electric powertrain solution integrating motor transmission, control system, and power source (fuel cell and battery). From design, manufacturing, to installation, YCS provides one-stop-shop for boats, automobiles, and various applications. YCS has the capability to support all customers in overcoming complications and challenges when implementing electric power source. For more information about YCS, please visitGhttp://www.ycsynergy.com.tw/Star of Hope cruises in Sun Moon LakeYCS fuel cell and battery solution
CAYIN will take part in the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) trade show in Amsterdam, Netherlands, on February 10-12, 2015. CAYIN will take this opportunity to discuss smart digital signage trends in 2015 and demonstrate its new 4K video wall solutions.Technology plays a big part in our everyday lives. Consumers are shifting their focus to more delicate and personal solutions. Integration with mobile devices, extended applications, and diverse solutions such as two-way, data-driven, cloud-based services become crucial to the goal of living smarter. These elements also offer enormous potential for the digital signage market.Use Digital Signage to Get the Most Out of Big DataDigital Signage advanced monitoring and reporting software can generate complete statistics and charts, which give media owners a comprehensive understanding of out-of-home media. Moreover, media owners can reach their target audience and provide them valuable information or services at the right time, to the right place, and serving the right needs by integrating dynamic mobile data.Interactive Digital Signage Empower Internet of ThingsThe concept of the "Internet of things in smart cities" has attracted increasing attention in recent years, paving the way of digital signage towards unlimited innovation in diverse industries. Whether combined with mobile devices, RFID, augmented reality, somatosensory, facial recognition, or omni-channel technology, digital signage builds a bridge of communication between people and brands or even cities. Through the network connection, digital signage can integrate both physical and virtual components and serve as a powerful marketing channel.Extended Software Development Creates New OpportunitiesWith CAYIN powerful SDK (software development kit), digital signage can empower competitive advantages of each industry in the near future. Developing proprietary management tools via HTTP-based APIs and creating unique applications can also improve the efficiency of resource integration between vertical markets and take digital signage to the next level.CAYIN sincerely welcomes you to visit ISE 2015, the largest professional AV and system integration trade show in Europe, on February 10-12, 2015. You are more than welcome to visit CAYIN and share its innovative ideas in the digital signage world. Booth No. 8-F235About CAYIN TechnologyCAYIN Technology offers a complete portfolio of appliance-based digital signage solutions, including media players, servers, and software, for various commercial applications, such as education, transportation, retail, hospitality, corporate use, and financial and public institutions. CAYIN is dedicated to being a reliable partner to its clients worldwide and has successfully set up various application references globally. In order to best facilitate the deployment of CAYIN products, the company also provides tailored services to satisfy the ever-growing market demand for almost limitless applications.CAYIN will take this opportunity to discuss smart digital signage trends in 2015 and demonstrate its new 4K video wall solutions.
Gigabyte Technology is exhibiting its latest innovations at CES 2015 in Las Vegas, the US during January 6-9, with a focus on X99-SOC Champion, a high-end motherboard equipped with Intel chipset X99 and supporting Core i7 CPU and DDR4 memory.The motherboard adopts Gigabyte's fourth-generation power management module and third-generation PowlRstage chip to help reduce overall power consumption. It also features Turbo M.2 and SATA Express configuration to accelerate data transmission for solid state drive (SSD) and improve graphics output.Gigabyte also unveiled its latest Brix and Brix S micro PCs featuring Intel's new 14nm fifth-generation Core processors. Both micro PCs support dual-screen output via HDMI and mini DisplayPort and support up to Ultra HD resolution.They also feature near field communication (NFC) support and are able to connect with up to eight NFC-ready devices.Gigabyte also cooperated with several system integrators such as Cyberpower and iBuypower to develop customized PCs and is showcasing 10 of these models at the show.Gigabyte X99-SOC Champion motherboardPhoto: Company
Intel has unveiled the fifth-generation Intel Core processor family built on Intel's 14nm manufacturing process during CES 2015. The CPUs provides the foundation for interactive experiences with Intel RealSense technology, Intel Wireless Display (Intel WiDi) and voice assistants.With the Broadwell microarchitecture, the new Intel Core processors are purpose-built for the next generation of compute devices offering a thin, light and efficient experience across traditional notebooks, 2-in-1s, ultrabook devices, Chromebooks, all-in-one (AIO) desktops and mini PCs, Intel said.Intel also started shipping its next generation 14nm processor for tablets, codenamed Cherry Trail. The new system on a chip will offer new user experiences such as Intel RealSense technology and Intel Context Aware technology capabilities. New products based on Cherry Trail will be introduced starting in the first half of 2015.Intel 14nm Broadwell-based Core processorPhoto: Company
Global warming and climate change are posing threats to the environment that our lives rely on. This has given rise to the concepts of green buildings that encompass greening, water conservation, and energy saving. In recent years, governments have begun turning these concepts into laws and policies, and now it is hoped by combining ICT advancements, buildings can incorporate smart active sensing functions so that smart green buildings will become a prevailing trend.Smart green buildings are ones incorporating information communication technologies. That is, high-tech systems and equipment are introduced into green buildings so that building space is furnished with smart active sensing functions to achieve security, health, convenience, comfort, energy saving, and sustainability purposes. The concepts of smart green buildings are becoming a new trend in the modern construction industry as they can carry the pursuit of green buildings – towards eco-balance, energy saving, waste reduction, and health promotion etc. – a step forward, which is very meaningful to today's environment.The word "smart" in smart green buildings is not just a catchy term but it signifies the integration of software and hardware systems to make low-current system smart. If a business owner wishes to bring smart green buildings into reality, he or she will have to consider various aspects such as an infrastructure that includes air conditioning, chiller units, motors, water pumps, power generators, wires and cables, in addition to low-current equipment such as a PBX phone system, a surveillance system, a SA/BA security monitoring system, an information network, and finally a back-end management system to enable centralized monitoring and control on all segments. The magnitude and complexity obviously exceeds what most system or equipment suppliers can offer.Complete supply capabilities enable delivery of one-stop serviceBreeze Yeh, Director, Energy Saving Department, Energy Business Division, Tatung Company, pointed out the company is capable of supplying total solutions covering entire building infrastructure. Its solutions integrate power generators, power systems, air conditioning and others, plus central monitoring systems that can control multiple units including air conditioning, illumination, electricity, fire protection, access control, and CCTV systems. In addition, the company also manufactures smart home appliances. Tatung is therefore considered the most capable in the industry in terms of system integration for smart green buildings.As such, Tatung hopes to fulfill its corporate social responsibility by providing total solutions and all-in-one service for smart green buildings to help business owners, architects, and electrical engineers construct sustainable smart green buildings according to the eight smart building indicators. Tatung's efforts are meant to make that sure building residents can enjoy smart devices, that energy saving and carbon reduction can be achieved, and that rooftop solar photovoltaic systems can be utilized to generate energy.Yeh stated Tatung, to strengthen its capabilities of supplying smart green building systems, first pulled together multiple business units in the corporation to enhance the ability to offer integrated solutions. Based on such capabilities, Tatung started with construction projects under development and has now expanded to smart homes, smart communities, smart factory facilities, and smart commercial complexes. Tatung has vast experiences turning both existing buildings and new projects smart.By reinventing its own properties, Tatung refines competence in smart green buildingsAn example of work for smart factory facilities and commercial complexes was a project to turn the office of Elitegroup Computer Systems – a Tatung subsidiary located in Neihu – into a smart building. A lot of efforts were made in rewiring and installing multiple smart systems. For example, the parking lot is equipped with network surveillance cameras and eTag license plate identification for smart access control. Once a vehicle is admitted into the parking lot, the parking space guidance system as well as illumination control will be activated to help the driver park the vehicle, and then based on the driver's identity (e.g. employee or visitor), the parking system can seamlessly connect to the employee attendance system, air conditioning/power control system at the employee's desk, or the visitor system and meeting room reservation system. This way, equipment including lighting, air conditioning, computer monitors, or electric curtains can be adjusted according to personal preferences whether based on remote settings by the person or predefined settings by the system automatically. These functions allow all activities of the employees or visitors in the building to become very smart.As to smart residences and smart communities, in addition to key functions including infrastructure wiring configuration, safety and disaster prevention, energy saving, and facility management, Tatung also works on providing conveniences and healthcare services. For instance, home owners can use handheld devices to remotely check conditions in the home and even remotely control appliances or air conditioning. Furthermore, Tatung establishes a communication interface between communities and healthcare institutions so that the elderly can regularly upload physiological information such as blood pressure and heart rate, and healthcare professionals can provide remote medical services promptly when needed.Government regulations in Taiwan stipulate that all publicly-owned buildings with construction costs exceeding NT$200 million must obtain a smart building label effective from July 2013, and then floor area ratio incentives for private properties are applicable. Yeh thinks that the government has created a favorable environment to lead and drive the trend of smart green buildings in Taiwan. Founded on its own capabilities in system integration and supported with guidance from Taiwan Intelligent Building Association (TIBA), Tatung is fully committed to the development of smart green buildings.Breeze Yeh, Director, Energy Saving Department, Energy Business Division, Tatung Company.
From 16th to 20th of March the most important show "CeBIT 2015" for IT Professionals will start again. You, as an industry professional, shouldn't miss the latest developments in the market. Taiwanese products which are well-known for its excellent quality will also mainly be showcased in Hall 5, Hall 13 and Hall 17.CeBIT offers a special area called Global Sourcing Area in Hall 17 which is the perfect spot for professional buyers and traders to efficiently compare and finally buy products and services. And this area represents the world's biggest marketplace for professional buyers of IT components, accessories and devices. Meanwhile, there's another special display Communication & Networks in Hall 13 will focus on the full range of innovative solutions for professional communication – conventional telephony, IP and SIP as well as broadband solutions and network technologies, plus telecommunications infrastructure.The range of items extends from individual parts and components to finished products and solutions. Here you can find the latest breakthroughs for all your different company departments: from mobile devices to displays and audio technologies, making CeBIT your ideal partner for IT business.So, plan your visit with us!In this respect, we want to personally invite you to our show in Hanover / Germany next years' March. Please click http://go.messe.de/bpn18 for the free entrance and we look forward to see you soon!
Clientron Corp., a world-leading manufacturer of thin client and embedded systems, announcing PCoIP zero client availability for enterprises adopting Amazon WorkSpaces cloud based desktop computing service.Clientron D401/ F400 PCoIP zero clients, built with Teradici PCoIP processors, support dual display (D401) and quad display (F400) for high definition performance with most secure and easy manageability. "In addition to supporting VMware Horizon View, VMware Horizon DaaS, and PCoIP remote workstation solutions, now there is another choice for using Teradici PCoIP technology to access Amazon WorkSpaces service," said Kelly Wu, president and CEO of Clientron. "We are proud to support Amazon WorkSpaces service with Clientron zero clients to deliver an outstanding desktop experience with lower total cost of ownership."Traditional virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) requires significant capital investment and can be complex to deploy and manage. With Amazon Workspaces, the need for up-front investment and ongoing maintenance are eliminated, and along with additional savings for server and client licenses (e.g., Windows OS license and VDA)."Teradici is excited to join Clientron to extend the benefits of its D401 and F400 PCoIP Zero Clients to a rapidly growing base of enterprise customers for Amazon WorkSpaces," said Dan Cordingley, president and CEO of Teradici. "Simple to deploy and manage, PCoIP Zero Clients are high performance, ultra-secure devices for virtual computing environments – and the perfect enterprise desktop for Amazon WorkSpaces."Amazon WorkSpaces, a fully managed desktop computing service in the cloud, allows customers to easily provision cloud-based desktops that give end-users access to the documents, applications and gives the desktop as a service category significant momentum. Please contact Clientron sales or visit our website http://www.clientron.com/ to learn more about our PCoIP Zero Clients for Amazon WorkSpaces.Clientron PCoIP zero client solutions support VMware Horizon View, VMware Horizon DaaS, Amazon WorkSpaces and PCoIP Remote Workstation solutions.
Gigabyte Technology Co. Ltd., a leading manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards hosted last week at its headquarter in Taipei a Secret OC session in the effort to give its soon to be launch motherboard, the X99-SOC Champion, a test run to see if it is able to live up to its name. 7 of the world's most experienced professional overclockers gathered in Gigabyte's OC Lab to see just how fast the Gigabyte X99-SOC Champion board was under LN2.The results are impressive; after 7 days of almost nonstop benching by HiCookie, Sofos1990, Dinos22, Vivi, SteponZ, SniperOZ and YoungPRO, the team of elite overclockers achieved a total of 9 World Records, 23 Global Firsts and 25 Hardware Firsts all using the X99-SOC Champion. On top of that, HiCookie also managed to reach the top of the Reference Clock Worldwide Overall Ranking for X99 motherboards with a score of 182.49 MHz! Lastly, 4 additional World Records were also achieved using the already famous Z97X-SOC Force."After this Secret OC, I am confident the X99-SOC Champion will be a success. Even though it was hard work and we had a lot to accomplish, everyone had tremendous fun testing firsthand the new X99-SOC Champion." commented HiCookie, Chief Overclocking Evangelist, Gigabyte Motherboard Business Unit. "These secret overclocking sessions are very important as they allow us to prove the quality and the performance of our new products, and also allows us to fine tune them before their launch. Considering the amount of World Records, Global 1st and Hardware 1st we achieved, everyone should get ready to see a lot more of the X99-SOC Champion!"Gigabyte X99-SOC Champion to Launch at CESFeaturing the latest Intel X99 Chipset and support for Intel's Core i7 Extreme Edition (LGA 2011-v3 socket) processors and latest DDR4 memory support, the X99-SOC Champion looks very promising. Launch of the new overclocking flagship motherboard is scheduled to take place January 5th, 2015 at CES, Las Vegas – USA where HiCookie, Sofos and Dinos22 will be on hand to see if they can break some new world records live at the event. More information about the specifications and look of the X99-SOC Champion shall be revealed then.For more details about GIGABYTE X99 motherboards, please visit: http://www.gigabyte.com/products/main.aspx?s=42Overclockers were busying in breaking records
Headquarter of TOI Locate in Taipei Neihu Science Park, after a long period in LCD module manufacturing and production, TOI has been regarded as one of the special industrial applications and manufacturing foundry leaders. Regarding to these changes in the industrial structure in these recent years, the low profit become normal in the hardware market and TOI seeks to develop other new business model as prepare for its future business version. Twinwill Commutech Inc (TCI) was set up and 100% owned by TOI, which focus on IC design, Capacitive TP and controller, software development, also integrate Group's professional view of science and technology and make Group bigger.Aim to become "The Rise of New enters in Touch Industry". TCI plays the role as the front of Group and integrate both resources – Hardware and Software.In order to process a revolution, develop and produce a large size touch controller is the main target of TCI in 2015, in addition to have this large size touch controller can be connected in its large size touch panel and consider the compatibility between products; self and mutual capacitive touch circuit design.David Liu, the Managing Director of Twinwill Optronics Inc said the new generation touch controller has the main feature on multitude pins, which is slightly higher price than other manufacturers, but due to more pins feature, the performance function is times more than a traditional touch controller. Overall, it saves more cost for customers.In the market of larger size Touch Panel, Taiwan still has a gap to improve from the traditional Resistive to the latest Capacitive Technology. The Capacitive touch interface is not only operating easy by flexible sliding touch, it also supports multi-point touch control. "When walk on the street in Tokyo, capacitive technology already use in many large vending machines and even POS machines in restaurants" said by David Liu.Twinwill already spend years to develop and manufacture Capacitive TP technology, TOI hope this movement is going to bring more exciting and prospective for TP industry in Taiwan market. More about TOI and TCI visit the website of http://www.twinwill.com.tw/
As smart mobile devices become daily necessities, various new devices including smartphones, smart watches, and smart glasses are emerging, and along with them come diverse market needs for acoustic applications and operating modes.MEMS microphones serve as a key differentiating feature in smart devices. In response to this market trend, Knowles, the world's leading supplier of MEMS microphone and acoustic solutions, held a technical workshop to present multiple innovative solutions while celebrating the 40th anniversary of its Taiwan office.These pioneering technologies will change the way consumers interact with mobile devices through speech, voiceprint, and gesture applications and enable new operating modes to answer to the evolving needs for interfaces of new generations of smartphones and mobile devices.Ole-Petter Brusdal, vice president, global sales, Knowles, said, "Knowles' Taiwan branch office, the first in Asia, was established in 1974. The 40th anniversary marks a major milestone. For years, we have been committed to working with regional industry leaders in hearing healthcare as well as partners in mobile consumer electronics and computing industries with outstanding acoustic engineering design capabilities. Knowles delivers complete services including testing, superior customer service, and after-sales support, and will keep on strengthening collaboration with the regional partners to seize emerging market opportunities."First of all, Knowles continues to enhance performance of the SiSonic microphone so that it delivers outstanding super wideband effects, flat frequency response, high SNR, consistent sensitivity, low power consumption, and miniaturized form factors. Knowles has also introduced the design of placing four microphones on high-end mobile phones – two in the front and two in the back – to attain high-quality stereo sound recording.Knowles's design also provides a special microphone opening to beat the space constraint of mobile phones, making the solution more practical. In addition to HD sound quality, Knowles has also developed new applications enabling low-power always-on, touchless and audio zoom features for handsets.During the workshop, Knowles also gave an in-depth look into the advancements in audio zoom, integrated audio solutions, I2S direct attach microphones, ultrasound applications, smart audio modules, and N'Bass technology.Brusdal emphasized that based on these innovations, Knowles will be devoted to creating solutions bringing differentiated features for customers' products, and will provide complete services ranging from design to production to help clients roll out reliable products. He is optimistic about the opportunities arising from the demand for innovative interface technologies and hopes to create a win-win situation by strengthening local technical support and services for Knowles' customers.Vice President Global Sales of Knowles, Ole-Petter Brusdal
