RadioPulse
Semiconductor company develops, manufactures and sells innovative wireless network technology solutions.
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Based in Seoul, South Korea, RadioPulse operates as a fabless semiconductor company specializing in wireless personal area network (WPAN) technology. Founded in 2003 by Sung Ho Wang, who also served as CEO, the company developed and sold wireless network technology solutions centered on the ZigBee protocol. RadioPulse's business model focused on providing one-stop solutions, which included ZigBee single chips, comprehensive technical support, and market-ready application reference solutions.
The company's product portfolio consisted of system-on-chip (SoC) products, advanced RF transceivers, and embedded 8-bit MCUs designed for low-power and high-performance applications. These products, such as the MG2470 and MG2420 RF transceivers, were tailored for a diverse client base across several markets. Key sectors served included home and building automation, industrial control and monitoring, energy management, consumer electronics, automatic meter reading, healthcare equipment, and the broader Internet of Things (IoT) market.
A significant milestone in the company's history was its acquisition by IXYS Corporation, an international power semiconductor and IC company. The acquisition was announced in February 2015, with the deal valued at up to $24 million, including an upfront payment and potential earnout considerations. This strategic move was intended to complement IXYS's existing microcontroller (MCU) product lines and expand its system solutions for customers globally, particularly in the growing IoT space. Prior to the acquisition, RadioPulse was a venture-capital-backed firm with investors including Sunrise Ventures, Atinum Investment, and ESang Technology Investment.
Keywords: fabless semiconductor, ZigBee protocol, wireless personal area network, system-on-chip, RF transceivers, low-power MCUs, IoT solutions, home automation, industrial control, smart grid, wireless sensor network, automatic meter reading, IXYS acquisition, Sung Ho Wang, Seoul semiconductor, WPAN technology, connectivity products, application specific semiconductors, wireless communications equipment, energy management solutions