[By NBC-1TV H. J Yook]e2v aerospace and defense, Inc.(http://www.e2v-us.com/) (e2v a&d), a leader in RF power, imaging, and hi-rel semiconductor solutions, recently launched a life extension program for selected memory devices of Micron Technology Inc. (Micron), one of the world's leading providers of advanced memory solutions.

The program, which will encompass a large portfolio of Micron SDR and DDR memory products, will supplement Micron‘s Product Longevity Program (PLP) by enhancing it with e2v a&d’s industry-leading Semiconductor Lifecycle Management program (SLiM). e2v a&d has designed the SLiM program to provide aerospace and defense customers with a comprehensive supply and critical part management program, which includes: wafer banking, redesign and re-engineering, hi-rel test and packaging, obsolescence management, and superb engineering support.

As noted by Robert Brevelle, President of e2v aerospace and defense, “The mission of e2v a&d is to provide robust, exceptional, extended life parts management on a worldwide basis. The relationship with Micron will add tremendous value, combining leading-edge memory technology and world-class life cycle management -- the ideal solution for aerospace and defense customers seeking to maximize performance, while mitigating risk.”