RENESAS ELECTRONICS
Renesas
Renesas Electronics Corporation, Established on April 1, 2003, as a joint venture between Hitachi, Ltd. and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions including microcontrollers, microprocessors, industrial automation solutions and a broad-range of analog and power components including USB components, MOSFETs and opto-couplers. Renesas is one of the largest semiconductor companies in the world. Besides microcontrollers, Renesas offers system-on-chip devices, smart card ICs, mixed-signal products, flash memories, SRAMs and more. Business operations began as Renesas Electronics in April 2010 through the integration of NEC Electronics Corporation and Renesas Technology Corp., with operations spanning research, development, design and manufacturing for a wide range of applications.
Renesas Electronics Corporation is a major global semiconductor company that specializes in the design and manufacturing of advanced semiconductor solutions for various industries and applications. Renesas is known for its extensive portfolio of microcontrollers, microprocessors, analog and power devices, and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions.
Products
Renesas offers a wide range of semiconductor products and solutions tailored to different industries. Their product portfolio includes microcontrollers (MCUs), microprocessors (MPUs), analog and power devices, memory products, interface and connectivity solutions, and more.
Applications
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Automotive Electronics: Renesas is a leading supplier of semiconductor solutions for the automotive industry. Their products are used in various automotive applications, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment systems, engine control, and safety systems.
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Industrial and IoT: Renesas provides semiconductor solutions for industrial automation, home appliances, smart meters, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Their MCUs and MPUs are widely used in these applications.
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Communications: Renesas offers products for wired and wireless communication systems, including network infrastructure, data centers, and telecommunications equipment.
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Healthcare: Renesas provides semiconductor solutions for medical devices and healthcare applications, such as patient monitoring, diagnostic equipment, and medical imaging.
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Consumer Electronics: Their products are used in various consumer electronics devices, including digital cameras, smartphones, and home entertainment systems.
Acquisitions
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Intersil Corporation: In February 2017, Renesas acquired Intersil Corporation, a semiconductor manufacturer specializing in power management and precision analog solutions. This acquisition expanded Renesas' product portfolio in the analog and power management sectors.
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Integrated Device Technology, Inc. (IDT): In March 2019, Renesas completed the acquisition of IDT, a provider of analog mixed-signal products and system-level solutions. This acquisition aimed to enhance Renesas' expertise in analog and mixed-signal semiconductors.
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Dialog Semiconductor: In August 2021, Renesas announced its intention to acquire Dialog Semiconductor, a semiconductor company known for its mixed-signal and power management solutions. The acquisition was expected to strengthen Renesas' position in various markets, including automotive, industrial, and IoT.