Think the AI boom is a bubble? While the current surge in AI interest is likely to cool eventually, it would be wrong to suggest that an AI winter is coming any time soon. Consider that Avnet’s latest survey of 1,200+ electronics engineers found that eight out of 10 are actively engaged in AI, with […]
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Developing power architecture to support autonomous transportation
New and innovative vehicles are being developed to support more autonomous activity in transport for warehousing, logistics, agriculture, and distribution. The power requirements for these applications have triggered the development of new solutions from semiconductor manufacturers. Electrification in the automotive industry continues to generate headlines as consumers want to learn more about the features and […]
Starter kit enables developers to implement energy efficient, secure edge-AI applications
The new MaaXBoard 8ULP starter kit from Avnet features the i.MX 8ULP processor from NXP Semiconductor and will help facilitate the development of ultra-low-power, secure, intelligent edge applications. Implemented as a compact System-on-Module (SOM) with carrier board (in popular single-board computer format), this platform includes a multifunction development interface, plus well-supported communication and expansion interfaces, […]
RF SoM digitizes 16 ADC channels at 2.5 GSPS
The Avnet-designed XRF16 Xilinx RFSoC Gen 3 system-on-module (SoM) is now available for RF applications demanding a small footprint, high-speed serial connectivity, and real-time processing. Avnet is releasing the XRF16 module and Avalon software suite together to enable production-ready system development using the Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ RFSoC Gen 3. The module is capable of RF […]
SoM for multi-channel applications speeds prototype and application development
The XRF8 Xilinx RFSoC Gen 3 system-on-module is now available from Avnet. The XRF8 module and Avalon software suite enable production-ready system development using the Xilinx Zynq\\ UltraScale+ RFSoC Gen3 for RF applications demanding small footprint, high-speed serial connectivity, and real-time processing. It is capable of RF direct conversion of signals with analog bandwidth up […]
SBCs carry i.MX RT1176 MCUs, target secure mission-critical apps
Avnet is enhancing the launch of NXP Semiconductor’s i.MX RT1170 crossover MCU family with the MaaXBoard RT, a low-cost single-board computer that can be used as a development board or as a versatile building block for integration into original equipment manufacturer (OEM) custom systems. Advanced security features of the NXP i.MX RT1176 MCU, plus additional […]
eUICC enables turnkey open cellular connectivity for IoT devices
IoT application solution providers can now easily and remotely change mobile network operators with Avnet’s new GSMA 3.2 eUICC (embedded universal integrated circuit card) product family. The AVeUICC32xxBICS, developed in collaboration with BICS, the international communications enabler, and leading global IoT network connectivity provider, enables solution providers to future-proof their product without having to manually visit or recall IoT end […]
SBC targets IoT apps with audio, video processing features
Leading global technology solutions provider Avnet is adding the MaaXBoard Nano, a new single-board computer, to its portfolio of hardware designed to accelerate time to market and reduce development costs. Based on NXP’s i.MX 8M Nano processor, the production-ready MaaXBoard Nano is designed for embedded computing and smart edge IoT applications. It is specially enhanced for […]
Preconfigured platforms connect IoT applications through the cloud
Leading global technology solutions provider Avnet and ON Semiconductor, driving energy efficient innovations, have joined forces to create a framework that helps OEMs more rapidly develop end-to-end Internet of Things (IoT) devices. The collaboration simplifies the process of building IoT-enabled devices through rapid prototyping system solutions from ON Semiconductor that are preconfigured to connect to IoT […]
NB-IoT/LTE-M SiP, SoC module supports low-power, complex IoT connectivity
Leading global technology solutions provider Avnet expanded its product line for rapid Internet of Things (IoT) development with the launch of the AVT9152 module, designed for a range of embedded applications requiring cellular connectivity yet demanding low power consumption and minimal component size. This addition to the Avnet ecosystem uses leading technology from Nordic Semiconductor to […]