http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/index.html The CEATEC JAPAN 2008 Web magazine introduces a wealth of information about each stage. Fri, 10 Oct 2008 09:22:43 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=056&mag_type=Web_A_00 CEATEC JAPAN 2008 ended on October 4th and it was a great success. The first two days of the event were a bit cold and rainy so turnout was unexceptional but from October 2nd, the beautiful autumn sky returned and the number of visitors skyrocketed. There were 54,569 visitors on the fourth day of the event, which was a record-breaking number of visitors for a one-day period, and the total number of visitors for the entire five-day period reached 196,630. These figures certainly reflect the popularity of CEATEC JAPAN and we would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who helped to make CEATEC JAPAN 2008 such a tremendous success. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=055&mag_type=Web_A_00 The HD-PLC Alliance aims to promote and expand HD-PLC high-speed power line communications, as well as to ensure that the various products on the market can communicate with each other. One year has passed since it was established in September 2007, and this year it was again exhibiting, though on an even larger scale. Participating in this year's booth were not only Alliance members but also companies that have adopted HD-PLC, and there were many PLC-related products on display. In addition to solution-oriented exhibits that suggest new ideas for using PLC, there was also a "touch & try" area where visitors could gain hands-on experience of HD-PLC. Also, a new initiative called Green Ubiquitous and aimed at finding solutions for the global environment was the focus of another display. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=054&mag_type=Web_A_00 This year, in addition to displaying new products and technologies related to communications and computers (C&C), NEC provided a glimpse of its business related to space development: "NEC Innovations to Provide Knowledge of the Earth from Space." Booth visitors showed especial interest in the model of the Kibo Japanese Experiment Module on the International Space Station (ISS) and a computer simulation that offered a virtual experience of operating the ISS robotic arm. Also on display was a section of high-capacity optical submarine cable equipped with an optical repeater that boasts ultra-high reliability. The booth created a strong impression on visitors of the corporate vision of NEC, which wants to contribute to an information society that is considerate to both people and the environment. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=053&mag_type=Web_A_00 Saturday, October 4th, marked the closing of CEATEC JAPAN 2008 and it turned out to be a nice, sunny day that attracted many families, couples and friends to spend a leisurely afternoon at the venue. The events oriented toward both families and the general audience attracted many participants and we would like to introduce a few of them below: Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=052&mag_type=Web_A_00 TDK is involved in the development and production of a range of electronic products, and has separated their booth broadly into the "exhibit zone" and the "demonstration zone." The exhibit zone features a range of new parts in the fields of data recording, wireless transmission, and small passive components. The "demonstration zone" introduces a visual presentation and demonstration of the TDK products and technologies that support "creating, storing, converting, and using" eco-energy, based around the theme of an "all DC eco-home." From the point of view of an electronics manufacturer, the company broadly promotes the idea of contributing to more efficient energy usage. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=051&mag_type=Web_A_00 Kodera Electronics Co., Ltd. is expanding its core business of wire processing and treatment devices, which are essential not only in the fields of machinery, automotive industries, and IT, but also in that of home appliances. This is the company's first time exhibiting at CEATEC, but hope that their presence will help expand their market and increase their brand recognition. Kodera's wide variety of wire processing machines is all arrayed in one booth. Of note amongst these is the latest "SET/Ten" casting set production machine, which has not yet been released in the market. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=050&mag_type=Web_A_00 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=049&mag_type=Web_A_00 This is the 4th year for NIPPON Innovation Plaza to set up their Local Government Zone at CEATEC JAPAN. And as usual, they are presenting an enjoyable and informative exhibit. This year 29 local governments and 62 local government entities are on display promoting regional industries. The purpose of this exhibit is to promote and invigorate the electronic and IT industries in regional areas through CEATEC and through the cooperation of local governments with the electronics industries in Japan. Since last year, the organization has been actively working toward market and customer base expansion through the promotion of excellent regional industries and through the invigoration of local industries and national industry consolidation. From the Hokkaido in the North of Japan to Okinawa in the South of Japan, the exhibition highlights various regional features for visitors to enjoy. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=048&mag_type=Web_A_00 The Cross-Sector Interchange Pavilion can be found in the Event Hall. Here students from university research labs from all over Japan have come to set up booths and present their research projects. Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:00:00 http://www.ceatec.com/2008/en/webmagazine/detail.html?mag_vol=047&mag_type=Web_A_00 What was happening at CEATEC JAPAN 2008, which started on September 30th, 2008? We took a tour around the venue and asked certain exhibitors about the ongoing situation of their booths during the show. Sat, 04 Oct 2008 00:00:00