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RISC-V: The background, the benefits, and the future
by Mark Lippett, CEO of XMOS US developers conceived the revolutionary instruction set architecture (ISA) known as RISC-V in 2010. Grounded in … [Read More...] about RISC-V: The background, the benefits, and the future
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Cloud-based service provides AI development tools for MCUs
STMicroelectronics is continuing to expand its solutions for embedded AI developers and data scientists with a new, industry-first set of tools and services to get edge AI technology on the market … [Read More...] about Cloud-based service provides AI development tools for MCUs
Low-power 8-bit MCU keeps system size small and end system costs down
Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced a new general-purpose microcontroller (MCU) in the low-power RL78 Family, with small package sizes that target 8-bit MCU applications. The versatile RL78/G15 … [Read More...] about Low-power 8-bit MCU keeps system size small and end system costs down
32-bit microcontroller family is low-cost alternative in 8-bit applications
STMicroelectronics is again broadening access to its STM32 microcontroller (MCU) family by introducing the most affordable series yet: the STM32C0. STM32 MCUs are used in billions of smart … [Read More...] about 32-bit microcontroller family is low-cost alternative in 8-bit applications
Wireless MCUs feature matter protocol enhancements
NXP Semiconductors announced new devices designed to simplify the development of IoT and industrial IoT solutions. Adding to NXP’s expanding portfolio of end-to-end Matter solutions, the RW612 and the … [Read More...] about Wireless MCUs feature matter protocol enhancements
RISC-V: The background, the benefits, and the future
by Mark Lippett, CEO of XMOS US developers conceived the revolutionary instruction set architecture (ISA) known as RISC-V in 2010. Grounded in reduced instruction set computer (RISC) principles, … [Read More...] about RISC-V: The background, the benefits, and the future
When to use standalone or MCU-hosted Matter platforms
The choice is driven by several factors, including the communications protocol or protocols being used and the device type and location within the local Matter ecosystem. Solution size requirements, … [Read More...] about When to use standalone or MCU-hosted Matter platforms
MCUs optimized for EV control apps
NXP Semiconductors announced a new S32K39 series of automotive microcontrollers (MCUs) optimized for electric vehicle (EV) control applications. The modern S32K39 MCUs take electrification into the … [Read More...] about MCUs optimized for EV control apps
MCU family for advanced industrial applications operate from 2.7 V – 5.5 V, -40°C to 125°C
Infineon Technologies AG announced the XMC7000 microcontroller (MCU) family for advanced industrial applications including industrial drives, electrical vehicle (EV) charging, two-wheel electrical … [Read More...] about MCU family for advanced industrial applications operate from 2.7 V – 5.5 V, -40°C to 125°C
Multi-core MCUs feature neural processing, security subsystem units
NXP Semiconductors has announced the MCX N94x and MCX N54x, the first families in the N series of the new MCX microcontroller portfolio. Designed to simplify design for secure intelligent edge … [Read More...] about Multi-core MCUs feature neural processing, security subsystem units
Wi-Fi 11b/g/n+ MCU module features Arm Cortex-M4F MCU
Murata Power Solutions announced the availability of its new Type ABR Wi-Fi 11b/g/n+MCU module with PCB antenna. Based on NXP Semiconductor’s 88MW320 wireless microcontroller, the product supports … [Read More...] about Wi-Fi 11b/g/n+ MCU module features Arm Cortex-M4F MCU
Cortex-M4 MCUs sport built-in op amps for motor control tasks
ARTERY Technology launched the brand-new AT32F4212 series value-line Cortex-M4 MCUs that are designed with dual built-in operating amplifiers (OPA) based on AT32F421 MCUs to effectively simplify … [Read More...] about Cortex-M4 MCUs sport built-in op amps for motor control tasks
Aurix TC4x MCUs get automotive-grade RTOS, hypervisor
Elektrobit announced the first automotive-grade, embedded, real-time operating system (OS) and hypervisor for the new AURIX TC4x microcontroller (MCU) from Infineon Technologies AG. The EB tresos … [Read More...] about Aurix TC4x MCUs get automotive-grade RTOS, hypervisor
Arm Cortex-M4F-based PIC MCU includes integrated BLE
Wireless connectivity has become a mandatory feature for many products but often increases the cost and complexity of system design since it generally must be added as part of the larger application. … [Read More...] about Arm Cortex-M4F-based PIC MCU includes integrated BLE
How many internal memories does an MCU have?
The number of internal memories in an MCU depends on how the memory is categorized. At the highest level, there are two; random access memory (RAM) and read-only memory (ROM). But, if the interest is … [Read More...] about How many internal memories does an MCU have?
How do firmware, system software, and application software work together?
Firmware, system software (also called embedded software), middleware and application software work collaboratively and perform specific functions in embedded systems. Firmware, system software, and … [Read More...] about How do firmware, system software, and application software work together?
