- Nordic Semiconductor intends to acquire its Norwegian compatriot Novelda, a specialist in UWB chips.
- The transaction, the amount of which has not been disclosed, will enable Nordic to expand its range of electronic circuits dedicated to wireless connectivity applications. It should be finalized by the end of the year.
Founded in 2004, Novelda offers radar sensors as well as proximity and human presence detectors operating on ultra-wideband short-range pulse radio technology meeting UWB (Ultra-Wideband) standard specifications.
In particular, these solutions can be used to enhance user interaction with electronic devices, in building automation to control light and temperature, and in home automation for automatic control of household appliances.
UWB technology, based on IEEE 802.15.4a and 802.15.4z standards, enables centimeter-accurate location measurements over short distances (from 1 to 50 metres). Secure data communication is possible at speeds of up to 27 Mbps, with low power consumption.
The very wide bandwidth of 500 MHz, combined with very low power spectral density, means that UWB signals can share the spectrum with other technologies without causing interference.
Founded in 1983 as Nordic VLSI, Nordic Semiconductor is a Norwegian supplier of semiconductor chips and solutions for wireless connectivity and cellular IoT using various communication technologies: NB-IoT and LTE-M, DECT NR+, low-power Wi-Fi, Matter, Thread, Zigbee…