Approaching the launch of the iPhone 12, we look at the internals of an old iPhone widely repurposed today as webcams, security cameras, and iPods. As we write this, the new lineup of iPhone releases expected this fall is said to include models able to work at 5G speeds as well as a new case design and a new processor manufactured by TSMC in Taiwan. Meanwhile, the world … [Read More...]
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Exploiting the full potential of GPUDirect Storage with PCIe fabrics -
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5G Connects networks to machines and things -
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LVDT electronics, Part 2: Interface circuitry -
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Six Reasons You Should Use an FPGA
In this article, we’ll be focusing on why FPGAs hit the sweet spot for processing power. Before we dive too deeply into this conversation, let’s address the “elephant in the room” – everything exists … [Read More...]
FAQ
LVDT electronics, Part 2: Interface circuitry
The interface electronics for the LVDT must excite the primary-side winding with a sine wave and then demodulate the two resultant secondary-side waveforms; modern ICs make this analog-signal … Read
LVDT electronics, Part 1: Excitation and demodulation
The interface electronics for the LVDT must excite the primary-side winding with a sine wave and then demodulate the two resultant secondary-side waveforms; modern ICs make this analog-signal … Read
Higher contrast, better resolution: Automotive display full-array local dimming
By Logan Cummins, Infotainment Systems Engineer, Texas Instruments A local dimming backlight technology individually adjusts LEDs in an LCD panel to save power and improve contrast ratios in … Read
A better automotive display from pixel to picture with local dimming
By Logan Cummins, Infotainment Systems Engineer, Texas Instruments Automotive specifications and environmental conditions have caused the automotive display market to lag behind the consumer … Read
Podcasts
R&D 100 – The Podcast is launched with inaugural episode
The R&D 100 Awards has been a critical part of the industry for more than half a century, honoring the best innovations around the world every year. The annual awards banquet is a must-attend event, and the associated Conference has become a great place for learning from the best of the best. But there are […]
Focus on Analog ICs
Multilayer-ceramic RF coils come in 1 nH to 470 nH range
WE-MK RF coils from Würth Elektronik include s a wide range of SMT inductors with high self-resonant frequency (up to fRES > 10 GHz). WE-MK is available in three different sizes—0201, 0402 and … [Read More...]
Automotive noise suppression filters work in MF and HF bands
TDK Corporation announces that it has developed the MHF1608 series of HF band noise suppression filters for automobiles, and will begin mass production in September 2020. The noise suppression … [Read More...]
Removable-lid spring-pin socket handles QFN28 packages
A new QFN socket addresses high performance requirements for custom size devices. Called the CBT-QFN-7071, the socket contactor is a stamped-spring pin with 14.5-gm actuation force per pin and a cycle … [Read More...]
Focus on Microcontrollers
Exploiting the full potential of GPUDirect Storage with PCIe fabrics
By Vincent Haché, Technical Staff, FW Engineering, Microchip Technology Big data analytics and AI model training present huge challenges for processing with GPUs. Their datasets can be hundreds of … [Read More...]
Gesture sensor for automotive apps boasts small size, low cost
Designers of automotive systems can now add dynamic hand-gesture controls with greater ease at the industry’s lowest cost and smallest size with the MAX25205 data acquisition system from Maxim … [Read More...]
GUI development toolkit runs on 32-bit Linux MPUs
Microchip Technology Inc. announced a new GUI development toolkit for its portfolio of 32-bit microprocessors (MPUs) running Linux, helping designers of industrial, medical, consumer and automotive … [Read More...]
Focus on Power Electronics
Current-compensated dual choke filter inductors handle high currents
Bourns, Inc. introduced the Model DR334A Line Filter Series. These current-compensated dual choke filter inductors feature higher current capability than typical standard signal line common mode chokes, as well as high stray inductance and … [Read More...]
Efficient fanless supplies deliver 1 kW
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. announced the availability of its Excelsys CS1000 fanless power supply series. Delivering up to 1000W with no fans, this convection cooled family of highly efficient power supplies eliminates acoustic noise, vibration … [Read More...]
eGaN FETs boast lower on resistance
EPC advances the performance capability while lowering the cost of off-the-shelf gallium nitride transistors with the introduction of EPC2218 and EPC2204100 V eGaN FETs. The applications for these leading-edge devices include synchronous … [Read More...]
Focus on 5G
5G Connects networks to machines and things
5G Technology World interviewed Keysight’s Roger Nichols on what’s coming soon for 5G and which 6G might become. While the initial 5G — enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) — is in deployment, the rest is moving forward. By that, we mean machines … [Read More...]
Newark to handle Nexperia power GaN FETS for reduced power loss in EVs, 5G and IoT
Electronics distributor Newark now handles Nexperia’s new-to-market, innovative Power Gallium Nitride (GaN) FET range. GaN FET products deliver improved density and efficient power usage in a small form factor, enabling the development of efficient … [Read More...]
Ericsson acquires Cradlepoint for $1.1 billion
Wireless giant gets close to the edge through routers and subscription services. Ericsson has acquired Boise, Idaho based Cradlepoint, which brings the wireless infrastructure giant closer to the edge. Featured in 5G is hot, keep your components … [Read More...]
Embedded Systems
SoC design software supports ASIL B, D safety levels in automotive apps
Synopsys announced new functional safety (FS) derivatives of its popular DesignWare ARC processor IP to simplify and accelerate the development of automotive system-on-chips (SoCs). The safety-enhanced processor portfolio, which includes the Synopsys … [Read More...]
VPX rugged video/graphics and GPGPU card target electronic warfare apps
Abaco Systems today announced the GR5 3U VPX rugged video/graphics and GPGPU card, further extending the range of options available and providing customers with the ability to choose exactly the right solution for the specific … [Read More...]
Platform helps implement security features in SoCs
SiFive Inc. announced the release of SiFive Shield, a class-leading new platform security architecture. SiFive Shield is an innovative new approach to SoC design, offering a whole SoC approach to security that enables secure lifecycle management, … [Read More...]
