Curtiss-Wright’s Defense Solutions introduced the CHAMP-XD3, its highest performance, security-enhanced, 3U OpenVPX digital signal processing (DSP) processing module. Based on the just-announced Intel XeonD-1700 processor, the SOSA-aligned payload card represents a “quantum leap” for sensor data processing capability in size, weight, and power (SWaP) constrained applications. The CHAMP-XD3 combines a 10-core Intel Xeon D-1700 processor for DSP […]
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New COM-HPC server modules target rugged environments with extended temperature ranges
congatec announces the availability of three new Server-on-Module families parallel to the launch of the brand-new Intel Xeon D processor family, formerly codenamed Ice Lake D. The new COM-HPC Server modules in Size E and Size D as well as the COM Express Type 7 modules will accelerate the next generation of real-time microserver workloads […]
Multistage Doherty MMIC drivers cover all sub-6GHz frequency bands
Ampleon introduces the B11G3338N80D push-pull 3-stage fully integrated Doherty RF transistor being the carrier product for GEN11 Macro driver family covering all sub-6GHz frequency bands. This highly efficient multiband device covers a frequency range from 3.3 to 3.8GHz, enabling the implementation of next-generation high power and market-leading efficiency macro base stations. The driver product family […]
Low-power embedded RISC-V processor cores optimized for customization
Codasip announced the L31 and L11, the latest in its range of low-power embedded RISC-V processor cores optimized for customization. With the new cores, customers can more easily customize processor designs using Codasip Studio tools to support challenging tasks such as neural networks (AI/ML) even in the smallest, power-constrained applications – such as IoT edge. […]
3U and 6U Intel-based OpenVPX computers aligned to SOSA standard
Two new rugged computers from Abaco Systems feature the recently introduced Intel Xeon D-2700 processor delivering powerful 100Gb Ethernet (100 GbE) capability. The HPC2812 6U VPX high performance computer (HPC) and the SBC3612D VPX single board computer (SBC) are Abaco’s first 100 GbE computationally intensive 6U and 3U SOSA-aligned boards. Both computers provide the building […]
Software-definable flash LiDAR can be updated over the air
The patent-pending T30P flash LiDAR is said to be the industry’s first sensor designed to be software-definable and integrate easily into a complete autonomous driving system stack for automakers, as well as trucking and robotics applications. Vehicles with software-defined architectures require sensor technology that can support over-the-air updates throughout the life of the vehicle, allowing […]
Gen 4 automotive-qualified PCIe switches support ADAS apps
High-speed, low-latency connectivity solutions for distributed, heterogeneous compute systems are a fundamental element in next-generation autonomous driving applications. Microchip Technology Inc. is announcing the market’s first Gen 4 automotive-qualified PCIe switches. These Switchtec PFX, PSX, and PAX switch solutions provide cutting-edge compute interconnect capabilities for Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS). “Our automotive-qualified portfolio of Switchtec Gen 4 switches provides the lowest latency and high bandwidth required to […]
New 10.4-in display modules feature XGA rez, Super Fine TFT tech for wide viewing angles
Review Display Systems (RDS) has announced the introduction of a new 10.4-inch TFT P-series display module from industrial display manufacturer Tianma. The P1040XGF1MA00 features XGA resolution (1024 x 768 pixels), a classic 4:3 aspect ratio and Super Fine TFT (SFT) technology which enables wide viewing angles and highly consistent color reproduction. The 10.4-inch display features […]
Sensor simulation software provides high-rez visualization for testing autonomous vehicle functions
dSPACE is launching AURELION, a new sensor simulation solution that provides high-resolution visualization for testing and validating functions for autonomous driving. The solution, which can be operated either in the cloud or locally, generates photorealistic images in real-time for camera simulation and, using ray tracing, an exact environment for radar and lidar simulation. With AURELION, […]
Saving energy with MCU power management
MCU low-power features such as built-in energy harvesting help optimize applications where long battery life is important. Masamitsu Muratani, Renesas The spectacular growth of the Internet of Things (IoT) is driving the need for devices that are smarter, faster, and can last for long periods on small and inexpensive batteries. To meet such requirements, Renesas […]