Enabling developers to quickly and securely connect Internet of Things (IoT) endpoints to the cloud, Texas Instruments announced the integration of the new Amazon FreeRTOS into the SimpleLink microcontroller (MCU) platform. Amazon Web Services (AWS) has worked with TI in the development of an integrated hardware and software solution that enables developers to quickly establish a […]
Universal FLASH storage devices use 64-layer BiCS FLASH 3D memory
Toshiba Memory America, Inc. (TMA) has begun sampling Universal Flash Storage (UFS) devices[ utilizing its cutting-edge 64-layer BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory. The new UFS devices meet performance demands for applications that require high-speed read/write performance and low power consumption, including mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets and augmented /virtual reality systems. The new lineup will be […]
Rad-tolerant telemetry controller IC gets space-use qualification
Microsemi Corporation announced its LX7730 radiation-tolerant telemetry controller integrated circuit (IC) has been successfully qualified and certified by the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) as Qualified Manufacturers List (QML) Class V and Q. The qualifications, key requirements for the LX7730 to operate in space environments, are mandatory for design-ins for space programs and for manufacturers to be listed on the […]
Advanced optimizing C, C++ compilers work with major embedded processors
Green Hills Software announced its latest Optimizing C and C++ compilers, version 2017.5, for the world’s leading 32-bit and 64-bit embedded processor architectures, including Arm, Intel and Power Architecture. Highlights include up to 30 percent higher performance, expanded C++ capabilities and more compatibility with third-party tools. The C/C++ Compilers 2017.5 are already in heavy use by global […]
Ethernet MCUs simplify industrial gateway to the cloud with one platform
As more nodes connect to the Internet, developers are looking are looking to differentiate their products, adding more unique features. But the problem remains — how do you add more nodes and scale without further straining the network? With more nodes, you need more interfaces to the gateway to talk to these nodes. A typical MCU provides […]
Stepper motor driver IC provides 256-microstep resolution
Sophisticated, space-saving advanced laboratory-automation systems are helping medical centers cut clinical costs and accelerate turnaround times – to provide high-quality care for more patients – while industrial robotics including 3D printing have greatly enhanced accuracy and throughput in recent years. 3D printers can produce parts with complex shapes, quickly and accurately, and are becoming more […]
Single-chip application processor integrates safety functions for IEC 61508 compliance
Xilinx, Inc. announced a single-chip Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC functional safety solution to help customers shorten time to IEC 61508 compliance and certification across many industrial applications like IIoT Edge Controllers, Motor Drives, Intelligent IOs, Smart Sensors, Gateways, Industrial Transport, and Electrical Grids. The solution includes a hardware design based on a single-chip SIL 3 […]
Chipset supports GSM/GPRS and NB-IoT networks with ARM V7 MCU
MediaTek has announced its newest chipset, MT2621, a dual-mode System-on-Chip (SoC) designed for Internet of Things (IoT) applications with both narrow band IoT (NB-IoT) Release 14 (R14) and GSM/GPRS connectivity. The highly power efficient MT2621 chipset brings dual-mode cellular technologies for IoT, and ensures lowest power consumption. It best supports the developments of a broad […]
HMI software works with industrial wearable devices
ICONICS announces the integration of its human machine interface (HMI) software technology with the HMT-1 head-mounted, industrial wearable, a 100% hands-free tablet class device from RealWear. ICONICS GENESIS64 HMI/SCADA and building automation suite (V10.95) includes Any Glass technology that can be used with self-contained head-wearable computing devices. This combination of ICONICS software with hardware like RealWear’s HMT-1 […]
TFT active matrix Electronic Paper Display modules support high-resolution images
Pervasive Displays (PDi) announces the availability of samples for four new, small size, high resolution, three color, TFT active matrix Electronic Paper Display (EPD) modules with internal timing controllers (iTC). The new additions to the range are the 1.54-inch (E2154FS091), 2.13-inch (E2213FS091), 2.66-inch (E2266FS092), and 2.71-inch (E2271FS091 EPD modules. The displays’ extremely low power consumption, clarity […]