IAR Systems announces the availability of a certified edition of its development toolchain for RISC-V. The functional safety edition of IAR Embedded Workbench for RISC-V is certified by TÜV SÜD according to the requirements of IEC 61508, the international umbrella standard for functional safety, as well as ISO 26262, which is used for automotive safety-related […]
SMARC modules incorporate i.MX 8M Plus processor for AI, embedded vision processing
Congatec presents its brand new low power SMARC 2.1 Computer-on-Modules with NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor for industrial edge analytics, embedded vision, and artificial intelligence (AI) at embedded world 2021 DIGITAL. With its machine and deep learning capabilities, the new ultra-low-power conga-SMX8-Plus module allows industrial embedded systems to see and analyze their surroundings for situational awareness, […]
Low-power conversational AI chips support Google hot words
Syntiant Corp. announced that it supports Ok Google and Hey Google hot words with the Syntiant NDP120 Neural Decision Processor (NDP). Using the ultra-low-power Syntiant Core 2 tensor processor, the NDP120 can activate the Google Assistant at under 280uW (microwatts) power consumption with the hot words, “Hey Google” or “Ok Google.” The advanced artificial intelligence built into […]
Computer-on-module HPC board features 11th gen Intel core processor
Congatec presents a brand new COM-HPC starter set at embedded world 2021 DIGITAL. Ideal for modular system designs utilizing the latest high-speed interface technologies such as PCIe Gen4, USB 4.0, and up to ultra-fast 2×25 GbE connectivity as well as integrated MIPI-CSI vision capabilities, the starter set is based on congatec’s PICMG COM-HPC Computer-on-Module conga-HPC/cTLU, which leverages 11th Gen Intel […]
Transparent conductive glass panels deliver power to USB sockets
Zytronic introduces an innovative method of delivering power through glass invisibly. Called ElectroglaZ, this patent-pending technology opens up new opportunities for low-power devices and applications without using wires. ElectroglaZ can also deliver low power, (sub 50V / 3A), to USB sockets, induction charging pads, motors, fans, security cameras and sensors, air monitoring units in HVAC […]
Full SiC power module optimized for electric/hybrid traction motorsports apps
Marelli has launched the first power module for motorsports electric and hybrid traction applications completely developed in the company’s Corbetta facility, fully based on Silicon Carbide (SiC) technology and using a new direct cooling solution. This leading-edge system will be the core building block for even more efficient, compact, and lighter inverters. The new module, […]
Oscillators for LVPECL, LVDS feature low current consumption
Battery-powered, wireless communication products require not only a high data rate but low current consumption to reduce power loss. Suntsu is introducing a new set of oscillators, the SLO series, to meet these market demands! With the lowest current consumption and unmatchable phase noise performance, the SLO series is the only way to go. The SLO Series […]
Five, six-junction vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser arrays target consumer, automotive LiDAR, 3D sensing apps
Lumentum Holdings Inc. announced new high-power and high-efficiency five and six junctions vertical-cavity surface-emitting laser (VCSEL) arrays for advanced consumer, automotive LiDAR, and other 3D sensing applications. The use of LiDAR and 3D sensing is expanding into new applications in the consumer electronics, automotive, and industrial markets. New applications and new functionality are driving the need for higher […]
Wideband horn antennas feature high directivity and gain up to 67 GHz
Impulse Technologies, Inc. has announced a new line of wideband horn antennas from RFspin that are well suited for emerging applications in Fifth Generation (5G) cellular wireless communication systems and millimeter-wave commercial vehicular radar systems. The compact horn antennas feature high directivity and gain across a total frequency range from 1.7 to 67.0 GHz using […]
Optimized 32-bit MCU targets IoT edge applications
Silicon Labs announced the launch of the EFM32PG22 (PG22) 32-bit microcontroller unit (MCU), a low-cost, high-performance solution with an industry-leading combination of energy efficiency, performance, and security. With easy-to-use, cost-efficient analog capabilities, the PG22 MCU is ideally suited for the rapid development of consumer and industrial applications with demanding size constraints and low-power operation requirements. […]