What is dallas semicondutor?

Dallas Semiconductor, now part of Maxim Integrated, was a semiconductor manufacturer based in Dallas, Texas. The company was founded in 1984 and specialized in designing and producing integrated circuits for various applications such as communications, automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics.

Dallas Semiconductor was known for its innovative products, including the popular 1-Wire bus technology, which allowed for communication between integrated circuits with only one data wire.

In 2001, Dallas Semiconductor was acquired by Maxim Integrated Products, a leading semiconductor company based in California. The acquisition helped expand Maxim's product portfolio and strengthen its position in the industry.

Today, the legacy of Dallas Semiconductor lives on through Maxim Integrated, which continues to develop and manufacture cutting-edge semiconductor solutions for a wide range of industries.