Officially known as DECT-2020 NR, the protocol brings 5G to smart devices over non-cellular networks. Learn more from a video interview with Jussi Numminen of Wirepas and vice-chair of the ETSI DECT technical committee. For several years, we’ve been hearing about the three points of 5G: enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB), massive machine-type communications (mMTC), and … [Read More...] about The first non-cellular 5G standard: DECT NR+
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FROM THE EDITORS
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Aimee Kalnoskas
Laser diode for LiDAR achieves a uniform luminous intensity of 97% -
Martin Rowe
6G conference exhibits demonstrate possible technologies -
Emma Lutjen
US Department of Energy confirms California’s Salton Sea as a rich lithium resource -
Bill Schweber
Ultra-wideband antennas meet unique spectrum needs -
Jeff Shepard
How do the three types of shielded cables work? -
Rick Nelson
How do I choose an electric motor, and how do I test it? Part 4 -
Kenneth Wyatt
How to use RF current probes for EMI: Part 2
FAQ
How do the three types of shielded cables work?
The three basic types of shielding for electromagnetic interference (EMI) in cables include strands of braided copper and similar metals, spiral shields, and foil or tape shields. They can be … Read about How do the three types of shielded cables work?
Ultra-wideband antennas meet unique spectrum needs
Ultra-wideband RF applications need specialized antennas to support their unusual spectrum and bandwidth characteristics. Ultra-wideband is a short-range, high-bandwidth wireless technology … Read about Ultra-wideband antennas meet unique spectrum needs
How does MISRA fit into automotive and industrial systems?
MISRA is a set of C and C++ coding standards developed by the Motor Industry Software Reliability Association (MISRA). Today it’s being maintained and expanded by the MISRA Consortium. MISRA … Read about How does MISRA fit into automotive and industrial systems?
What are the six connector locking mechanisms?
Various locking mechanisms are found on connectors including bayonet, latch, lever, push-pull, screw, and snap-in. These represent the more common styles, not an exhaustive list. Locking … Read about What are the six connector locking mechanisms?
Podcasts
Tescan’s UniTOM HR is focus of Episode 9 of R&D 100 – The Podcast
R&D World editors Paul Heney and Aimee Kalnoskas are back, and this time they’re talking about a lot of news, in addition to the technology of the day. First, they delve into some important updates about the R&D 100 Awards for 2023 — and then dip their toes into the strange new world of AI […]
Focus on Analog ICs
Managing design complexity and global collaboration with IP-centric design
By Vishal Moondhra, VP of solutions engineering for Methodics IPLM by Perforce Semiconductor design complexity has increased exponentially in recent years, and this challenge is exacerbated by the … [Read More...] about Managing design complexity and global collaboration with IP-centric design
Filters limit EMI and audio distortion
TDK Corporation has announced the introduction of its compact MAF1005FR series of EMC components, measuring 1.0 mm (L) x 0.5 mm (W) x 0.5 mm (H). These multilayer chip components are designed to … [Read More...] about Filters limit EMI and audio distortion
How does artificial intelligence relate to immersive audio?
Tools like neural networks (NNs), machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI) are being applied to hard problems related to immersive audio. This FAQ will examine how NNs and ML are … [Read More...] about How does artificial intelligence relate to immersive audio?
Focus on Microcontrollers
How does MISRA fit into automotive and industrial systems?
MISRA is a set of C and C++ coding standards developed by the Motor Industry Software Reliability Association (MISRA). Today it’s being maintained and expanded by the MISRA Consortium. MISRA has grown … [Read More...] about How does MISRA fit into automotive and industrial systems?
MCU for high-end sensor devices
Renesas Electronics Corporation has expanded its 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) offering with a new RX device for high-end industrial sensor systems. The latest addition, the RX23E-B, is a 32-bit device … [Read More...] about MCU for high-end sensor devices
ASIL D-certified communications framework for software-defined vehicles
Real-Time Innovations (RTI) announced RTI Connext Drive® 3.0: The flexible, future-proof, and data-centric communication framework for software-defined vehicles (SDVs). It expedites time to market by … [Read More...] about ASIL D-certified communications framework for software-defined vehicles
Focus on Power Electronics
12 V SiC MOSFETs boast RDS(on) values of 40 Ω and 80 Ω
Nexperia announced its first silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs with the release of two 1200 V discrete devices in 3-pin TO-247 packaging with RDS(on) values of 40 mΩ and 80 mΩ. NSF040120L3A0 and NSF080120L3A0 are the first in a series of planned releases … [Read More...] about 12 V SiC MOSFETs boast RDS(on) values of 40 Ω and 80 Ω
Laser diode for LiDAR achieves a uniform luminous intensity of 97%
ROHM semicondcutor announced the RLD90QZW8 high-power laser diode, ideal for industrial equipment and consumer applications requiring distance measurement and spatial recognition. In recent years, LiDAR has been increasingly adopted in a wide … [Read More...] about Laser diode for LiDAR achieves a uniform luminous intensity of 97%
MOV protects circuits from overvoltage, includes thermal protection
Bourns, Inc. announced its new Model 1220 TPMOV Series Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) that provide robust surge suppression in a compact PCB form factor. Featuring advanced built-in thermal protection capabilities, Bourns designed this latest SPD … [Read More...] about MOV protects circuits from overvoltage, includes thermal protection
Focus on 5G
Ultra-wideband antennas meet unique spectrum needs
Ultra-wideband RF applications need specialized antennas to support their unusual spectrum and bandwidth characteristics. Ultra-wideband is a short-range, high-bandwidth wireless technology that offers precise positioning and tracking as well as … [Read More...] about Ultra-wideband antennas meet unique spectrum needs
6G conference exhibits demonstrate possible technologies
At the 6G Symposium and 6G Summit, attendees saw the latest research that could lead to the next generation of wireless. We’re still years away from 6G chips, components, and systems appearing at trade shows, but academic and industry research … [Read More...] about 6G conference exhibits demonstrate possible technologies
Open RAN: Interoperability is not plug-and-play
EE World spoke with Adam Smith of LitePoint about the progress and challenges of Open RAN interoperability and testing. We’ve been hearing about Open RAN for some time now. The disaggregating of the telecom radio access network from a single … [Read More...] about Open RAN: Interoperability is not plug-and-play
Embedded Systems
8-bit MCUs leverage common development platform
Silicon Labs announced the expansion of their microcontroller unit (MCU) development platform with a new family of 8-bit MCUs optimized for price and performance. These new MCUs join the PG2x family of 32-bit MCUs in sharing a single development … [Read More...] about 8-bit MCUs leverage common development platform
Cost-optimized SoC includes AI-based audio and voice processing
Synaptics Incorporated announced the availability of the DVF120 power-efficient and cost-optimized system on chip (SoC) that leverages over a decade of Synaptics’ domain experience to integrate all major features required for advanced UCC terminals. … [Read More...] about Cost-optimized SoC includes AI-based audio and voice processing
Embedded Processing resource hub offers engineers extensive collection of technical content
Mouser Electronics, Inc. has announced an Embedded Processing hub with a curated collection of content of best practices, case studies, and real-world examples of applications and technologies in the growing world of embedded systems in the form of … [Read More...] about Embedded Processing resource hub offers engineers extensive collection of technical content
