The SEGGER Flasher Compact is a full-featured, in-circuit, universal flash programming tool in a housing with a footprint smaller than that of a credit card. While the Flasher Compact can be used in stand-alone or PC-based mode, it is primarily designed for integration into production rigs or automated test equipment (ATE) where space is limited. […]
Embedded development tools support 64-bit ARM cores
IAR Systems presents that its C/C++ development toolchain IAR Embedded Workbench for Arm now supports 64-bit Arm cores including Arm Cortex-A35, Cortex-A53, and Cortex-A55. Through IAR Embedded Workbench, IAR Systems provides its customers with the market’s most diverse microcontroller support as well as adapted licensing options to fit different organizations’ needs. In the embedded industry, […]
Automotive-grade IC interfaces resistive-bridge pressure sensors
Allegro MicroSystems, Inc. introduced the A17700, an automotive-grade interface IC for resistive bridge pressure sensors featuring top-of-the-line signal conditioning algorithms. Built on decades of automotive sensor expertise, the A17700 delivers premium performance and increased system efficiency with flexible interface options – all in a small form factor. Market-leading features include Flexible compensation algorithms for accuracy […]
Software platform helps secure SoC handle contactless transactions
STMicroelectronics has launched STPay-Mobile, a platform that simplifies the virtualization of security-critical public transit ticketing and payment cards on smartphones and wearables. STPay-Mobile helps mobile-device manufacturers leverage the features of ST’s ST54 secure System-on-Chip (SoC) to handle contactless transactions and protect sensitive information, such as data and authentication credentials. Highlighting the value STPay-Mobile adds to card […]
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 […]
STM32 MCUs get AI firmware function pack, camera-module
A new AI firmware function pack and camera-module hardware bundle from STMicroelectronics enable embedded developers to build affordable and powerful computer-vision applications running locally, at the Edge, on STM32* microcontrollers (MCUs). The STM32Cube function pack, FP-AI-VISION1, contains several code examples demonstrating complete computer-vision applications running a convolutional neural network (CNN) on STM32H747 and easily portable on all STM32 […]
ARM development software covers new functional safety certificates
IAR Systems has updated the functional safety edition of the leading embedded development toolchain IAR Embedded Workbench for Arm with new functional safety certificates. The new certificates add IEC 60730 for Household Appliances, ISO 13849 and IEC 62061 for Machinery Control Systems, IEC 61511 for Process Industry, and ISO 25119 for Agriculture and Forestry. From […]
Smart hearable reference design speeds development of voice-initiated, hands-free Alexa built-in devices
QuickLogic Corporation announced it has released an Amazon-qualified reference design that empowers OEMs and ODMs to evaluate and develop their own smart hearable products quickly and easily. This kit integrates the Alexa voice-initiated Close-Talk experience, enabling a broad set of battery-powered applications to communicate directly with Alexa for a multitude of use cases. This is […]
IR lasers produce short pulses for lidar, automation apps
Würth Elektronik launches its own infrared laser for the first time to extend its comprehensive portfolio of infrared emitters. The WL-VCSL Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser scores with its high-quality materials, high efficiency of 35 percent, and almost two Watts of radiant power. Designed to emit short, high-energy pulses, the new IR laser is ideal for […]
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 […]
