The ISM330DLC six-axis IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) extends STMicroelectronics’ family of ultra-low power MEMS sensors for industrial applications, which combine high accuracy and robustness with long-term availability assured by ST’s 10-year longevity program. Containing a 3-axis accelerometer and a 3-axis gyroscope with user-selectable full-scale up to ±16g and ±2000dps respectively, the ISM330DLC provides high measurement resolution and […]
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Wireless I/O avoids mechanical connectors, scales with processor/memory performance
The Virtual Pipe I/O (VPIO) architecture enables I/O to scale with processor/memory performance and allows product designers to develop new classes of product. Unlike almost every other aspect of mobile and computer hardware design, the connector has remained undisrupted for decades which has put a limit on innovations within application designs. EMI, RFI, and ESD […]
Programs speed FPGA development efforts with programmable hardware accelerators
Achronix Semiconductor Corporation today announced two new programs to enable research institutions, consortia, and companies full access to Achronix’s leading Speedcore eFPGA technology. Embedded FPGA (eFPGA) technology rapidly is becoming must-have IP for programmable hardware-acceleration for SoC-based CPU-offload that is used in a wide variety of applications including AI/ML, blockchain, network acceleration, SmartNICs, and intelligent IoT. […]
Reference design covers biometric payment cards
Infineon Technologies AG and NEXT Biometrics have joined to develop a reference design for biometric payment cards. The reference platform incorporates all necessary elements to develop and manufacture a smart card with a fingerprint sensor and helps card makers to simplify their production processes and to shorten time-to-market for their offerings. The use of biometrics […]
Intel Atom E3800 processor computing platform in compact enclosure
WinSystems today announced its first Pico-ITX Intel Atom E3800 processor-based computing platform packaged in a compact-yet-rugged aluminum enclosure. Measuring 5.71 inches long, 3.46 inches wide and 1.38 inches high (145mm x 88mm x 35mm), the SYS-ITX-P-3800 includes the most frequently used functionality for IIoT applications, coupled with expansion capability through two Mini-Card slots. The SYS-ITX-P-3800 can be easily […]
Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+ includes quad-core 64-bit processor
Newark element14 announces the launch of Raspberry Pi 3 Model A+, bringing the latest features and capabilities to a more compact form factor and lower price point. Like the Raspberry Pi 3 Model B+, launched in March 2018, it boasts a 64-bit quad core Broadcom BCM2837 processor running at 1.4 GHz, adding significant performance enhancements over […]
Energy-harvesting embedded controller works without batteries in IoT apps
Renesas announced an innovative energy-harvesting embedded controller that can eliminate the need to use or replace batteries in IoT devices. Developed based on Renesas’ breakthrough SOTB (silicon-on-thin-buried-oxide) process technology, the new embedded controller achieves extreme reduction in both active and standby current consumption, a combination that was not previously possible to achieve in conventional microcontrollers (MCUs). These […]
MIPI M-PHY IP supports Gear 4 speeds up to 11.6 Gpbs
Arasan Chip Systems announced the immediate availability its MIPI M-PHY IP supporting Gear 4 speeds of up to 11.6gpbs. The M-PHY IP is seamlessly integrated with its JEDEC UFS 3.0 Host IP and UFS 3.0 Device IP Controller Cores. A Linux-based UFS 3.0 Software Stack and UFS 3.0 HDK are available to accelerate prototyping. Arasan has been a contributing […]
Configurator tool helps pick artificial intelligence development tools
Newark element14 has launched an AI Configurator tool that allows engineers to quickly select the most appropriate development solution for their artificial intelligence (AI) projects. Featuring products available from Newark element14, the new configurator enables users to identify the development boards, associated add-on boards, accessories and software that best meet their needs from a wide range […]
LoRa SiP includes 32-bit MCU, LoRa transceiver and software stack
LoRa (Long Range) technology is extending the reach of the Internet of Things by combining long-range wireless connectivity with low-power performance. To accelerate the development of LoRa-based connected solutions, Microchip Technology Inc. introduced a highly integrated LoRa System-in-Package (SiP) family with an ultra-low-power 32-bit microcontroller (MCU), sub-GHz RF LoRa transceiver and software stack. The SAM R34/35 SiPs come with […]