The D7 robot vacuum from Neato Robotics in California boasts a lot of navigational features such as zone cleaning, no-go lines, and floor plan mapping. We tore down a D7 to see how these features Top, the D7. Middle, the D7 with its dust bin removed. Bottom, the underside of the D7 with the battery removed. are implemented and to get a close look at the lidar unit that … [Read More...] about Teardown: D7 robot vacuum from Neato Robotics
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Aimee Kalnoskas
Tiny processor IP core uses the open-source RISC-V -
Lee Teschler
PHY interposer supports PCI Express 5.0 CEM spec -
Martin Rowe
BAW filters keep RF interference out -
Bill Schweber
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 4: Capacitive solutions -
Bonnie Baker
Negotiate through 1/f noise challenges towards sample sizes into the 100s of years -
Jeff Shepard
Power factor correction topologies
FAQ
How to measure display screen output
The flat display screens of today typically look great. But when it comes to quantifying their output, confusion may reign. There are three main measurement tools used to gage the output of … Read about How to measure display screen output
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 4: Capacitive solutions
Cars with lane-keeping assistance (LKA) also are mandated to have a hands-off detection (HOD) function; there are several ways to meet this challenging requirement. Despite the BOM … Read about Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 4: Capacitive solutions
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 3: Torque solutions
Cars with lane-keeping assistance (LKA) also are mandated to have a hands-off detection (HOD) function; there are several ways to meet this challenging requirement. The previous part of this … Read about Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 3: Torque solutions
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 2: Requirements
Cars with lane-keeping assistance (LKA) also are mandated to have a hands-off detection (HOD) function; there are several ways to meet this challenging requirement. Where does “hands-off … Read about Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 2: Requirements
Podcasts
Apeel’s plant-derived technology is focus of Episode 6 of R&D 100 – The Podcast
Paul and Aimee are back after a short hiatus, and they’re rambling around in the kitchen. Please join co-hosts Paul Heney and Aimee Kalnoskas, who return with another exciting episode of R&D 100 – The Podcast. Episode 6 is now live! With this episode, Paul and Aimee make some avocado toast (!) to get them in […]
Focus on Analog ICs
27-GHz bandwidth socket handles Intel Atom processor E6xx series
A new high-performance BGA socket from Ironwood Electronics handles 0.8-mm interstitial pitch BGA 676 ball devices. The SG-BGA-6513 socket is designed for a Intel’s Atom processor and operates at … [Read More...] about 27-GHz bandwidth socket handles Intel Atom processor E6xx series
Super-high energy density film capacitors save space and weight
Exxelia introduced Miniature Micro-Layer (MML) capacitors, a breakthrough technology that allows tremendous size and weight reduction thanks to an unrivaled energy density. The energy density of … [Read More...] about Super-high energy density film capacitors save space and weight
Chip resistors are AEC qualified
Electronics that require high reliability are no longer confined to military, aerospace, medical, or automotive market sectors. Many types of electronic end products now demand the higher reliability … [Read More...] about Chip resistors are AEC qualified
Focus on Microcontrollers
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 4: Capacitive solutions
Cars with lane-keeping assistance (LKA) also are mandated to have a hands-off detection (HOD) function; there are several ways to meet this challenging requirement. Despite the BOM advantages of … [Read More...] about Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 4: Capacitive solutions
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 3: Torque solutions
Cars with lane-keeping assistance (LKA) also are mandated to have a hands-off detection (HOD) function; there are several ways to meet this challenging requirement. The previous part of this … [Read More...] about Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 3: Torque solutions
Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 2: Requirements
Cars with lane-keeping assistance (LKA) also are mandated to have a hands-off detection (HOD) function; there are several ways to meet this challenging requirement. Where does “hands-off detection” … [Read More...] about Automobile Hands-Off Detection, Part 2: Requirements
Focus on Power Electronics
Don’t rush to choose rechargeable batteries…at least, not yet
Using energy harvesting and a rechargeable battery to power a remote wireless IoT node seems like an obvious and straightforward solution, but there are some unique aspects to consider. Don’t get me wrong: I really like rechargeable batteries; in … [Read More...] about Don’t rush to choose rechargeable batteries…at least, not yet
Linear DC motor-driven stages feature 1.20” of travel, 29.95μm and 25.4μm resolution
The Moticont’s HCDS-051-064 Series of Open Aperture Voice Coil Stages are linear DC motor (also called voice coil) driven stages. Designed for closed-loop servo operation, an integral quadrature optical encoder with differential outputs is standard. … [Read More...] about Linear DC motor-driven stages feature 1.20” of travel, 29.95μm and 25.4μm resolution
Power inductors feature semi-shielded wirewound construction
Bourns, Inc. released its Model SRN2012T semi-shielded power inductor series. The new inductors employ wire-wound construction on a ferrite core to offer high inductance and Q values. They also offer a superior self-resonant frequency plus low DC … [Read More...] about Power inductors feature semi-shielded wirewound construction
Focus on 5G
BAW filters keep RF interference out
Qualcomm’s ultraBAW filters cover 2.7 GHz to 7.2 GHz, keeping cellular and Wi-Fi in place. Qualcomm explains how the filters work. Each time a government auctions off a slice of spectrum for cellular use, the airwaves get more crowded as users … [Read More...] about BAW filters keep RF interference out
5G modules bring home the video
Aviwest designs 5G wireless modules into its video communications products, bringing video wirelessly from cameras to production rooms. Whether it’s news or sports, broadcasting from live events takes a lot of technology — and bandwidth — starting … [Read More...] about 5G modules bring home the video
Industrial computers connect to 5G networks
The RCO-6000-CFL family of rugged computers from Premio feature dual SIM connectivity and a choice of I/O ports. Speakers at 5G technology or business-related conferences often speak about applications in robotics and manufacturing. Indeed, many … [Read More...] about Industrial computers connect to 5G networks
Embedded Systems
Compact computing module offers strong processor and graphics performance
Review Display Systems Inc. has announced the introduction of a new SMARC module from Kontron. The powerful but energy-saving SMARC-fA3399 module is based on the six-core Arm Rockchip RK3399K processor which features a low-power dual-core Cortex-A72 … [Read More...] about Compact computing module offers strong processor and graphics performance
Tiny processor IP core uses the open-source RISC-V
The 32-bit BA51 Low-Power Deeply Embedded RISC-V Processor IP core uses the open-source RISC-V instruction set and offers low power consumption, small silicon area, and configurable options for optimally running many embedded applications. It … [Read More...] about Tiny processor IP core uses the open-source RISC-V
Security development tools work on STM32 MPUs
IAR Systems presented their Compliance Suite for STM32. Compliance Suite provides developers and organizations with the security development tools, practical guidance, and knowledge needed to rapidly build applications that are compliant with … [Read More...] about Security development tools work on STM32 MPUs
