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Specifying MCUs for satellites and spacecraft
There is not a single group of standards but a continuum of qualification criteria for the components and systems used in satellites and spacecraft … [Read More...] about Specifying MCUs for satellites and spacecraft
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Quantifying embedded MCU energy consumption
There are several methods and benchmarks for quantifying the energy consumption of embedded microcontroller units (MCUs) and related energy consumption benchmarks for common peripheral functions such … [Read More...] about Quantifying embedded MCU energy consumption
Specifying MCUs for satellites and spacecraft
There is not a single group of standards but a continuum of qualification criteria for the components and systems used in satellites and spacecraft (Figure 1). With the growth of low earth orbit (LEO) … [Read More...] about Specifying MCUs for satellites and spacecraft
How does embedded software work?
Embedded software is specialized programming on a chip, such as a microcontroller (MCU), or in firmware in an embedded MCU, to control its functions. Unlike general computer applications, designed to … [Read More...] about How does embedded software work?
What’s special about embedded microcontrollers?
Embedded MCUs are purpose-built for use in various specific applications and rely on embedded peripherals, various communications protocols, conventional operating systems (OS) or specialized … [Read More...] about What’s special about embedded microcontrollers?
IDE rental service targets embedded systems developers
MikroElektronika has launched Planet Debug, a hardware-as-a-service platform that enables designers to develop and debug embedded systems remotely without investing in hardware. For just $4/day, … [Read More...] about IDE rental service targets embedded systems developers
Ultra-low-power WiFi+BLE5 modules target direct-to-cloud battery based products
InnoPhase announces the availability of Talaria TWO INP1014 and INP1015 Wi-Fi plus BLE5 modules. The platform combines wireless connectivity and an integrated microcontroller for edge-of-network IoT … [Read More...] about Ultra-low-power WiFi+BLE5 modules target direct-to-cloud battery based products
Software tool suite speeds NXP S32K3 MCU development efforts
LDRA announced LDRA tool suite support for NXP’s S32K3 family of automotive and industrial microcontrollers, Targeted at automotive body electronics, battery management systems, and emerging zonal and … [Read More...] about Software tool suite speeds NXP S32K3 MCU development efforts
Development platform handles NXP S32K3 MCUs
IAR Systems presented the latest addition to its extensive list of microcontrollers (MCUs) supported by IAR Embedded Workbench for Arm. Now available is support for NXP’s S32K3 MCU family. S32K3 MCUs … [Read More...] about Development platform handles NXP S32K3 MCUs
MCUs for ADAS – what’s the difference?
The emergence of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) is changing how designers use and specify microcontrollers (MCUs), but it’s only one dimension of the changes occurring in the design of … [Read More...] about MCUs for ADAS – what’s the difference?
Automotive-qualified GNSS module is IMU-software combo
To support the positioning market with state-of-the-art GNSS chipset and modules, STMicroelectronics has introduced the Teseo-VIC3DA, the latest member of the Teseo module … [Read More...] about Automotive-qualified GNSS module is IMU-software combo
Wireless MCUs support latest BLE 5.3 Spec
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced that it is developing new microcontrollers (MCUs) that will support the recently released Bluetooth 5.3 Low Energy (LE) Specification. The new devices will be … [Read More...] about Wireless MCUs support latest BLE 5.3 Spec
MCU specification considerations for robotics
Robotics platforms have unique needs where microcontroller (MCU) performance is concerned. MCUs that have been optimized for use in robots often incorporate multiple functions, including built-in … [Read More...] about MCU specification considerations for robotics
ISO 26262 functional safety packages accelerate development of DSC, MCU ASIL B/C safety level designs
Safety is a primary concern in automotive applications to ensure reliable operation and end users’ wellbeing. Microchip Technology Inc. is offering newly certified functional safety packages to enable … [Read More...] about ISO 26262 functional safety packages accelerate development of DSC, MCU ASIL B/C safety level designs
Nuances of low power MCUs for wireless sensors and wearables
The optimization of microcontrollers (MCUs) in power-sensitive applications such as wireless sensor nodes and wearables is all about maximizing power management effectiveness. To minimize power … [Read More...] about Nuances of low power MCUs for wireless sensors and wearables
8-, 16- and 32-bit MCUs…are more bits better?
Are more bits better in an MCU? That’s similar to asking: are more cylinders better in an internal combustion engine (ICE)? Peripherals and other features matter, not just bits (or cylinders). For … [Read More...] about 8-, 16- and 32-bit MCUs…are more bits better?
