Microchip Technology has added the dsPIC33AK512MPS512 and dsPIC33AK512MC510 Digital Signal Controller (DSC) families to its dsPIC33A DSC product line. The devices enable the implementation of computation-intensive control algorithms for improved energy efficiency in motor control, AI server power supplies, energy storage systems, and complex sensor signal processing with Machine Learning (ML)-based inferencing. The dsPIC33AK512MPS family delivers precise, […]
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Cortex-M23 based MCU offers 2.6μs wake-up time and 12KB SRAM with ECC
GigaDevice launched the GD32C231 series of entry-level microcontrollers, expanding its Arm Cortex-M23 core product lineup. The GD32C231 series targets applications including small home appliances, BMS (Battery Management Systems), small-screen display devices, handheld consumer products, industrial auxiliary controls, and automotive aftermarket systems. The GD32C231 series MCUs are built on Arm’s Cortex-M23 core architecture, offering up to […]
FPGAs devices integrate quad-core 64-bit RISC-V processing capability
Microchip Technology is releasing PolarFire Core Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and System on Chips (SoCs). The new devices are a derivative of the base PolarFire families and reduce customer costs by up to 30 percent by optimizing features and removing integrated transceivers. Offering the same industry-leading, low-power consumption, and proven security and dependability of classic PolarFire technology, […]
RISC-V based neuromorphic processor operates at sub-milliwatt power
Innatera announced the launch of Pulsar, its first commercially available microcontroller to bring brain-like intelligence into edge devices. Born from more than a decade of pioneering research, Pulsar delivers up to 100X lower latency and 500X lower energy consumption than conventional AI processors. With this breakthrough, Innatera brings a new class of ultra-efficient, brain-inspired intelligence directly to […]
Five challenges for developing next-generation ADAS and autonomous vehicles
ADAS and autonomous vehicles need new datacom architectures and new attitudes. The state of California requires autonomous vehicle manufacturers to annually document and report every manual intervention by test drivers, including the cause and the vehicle’s mileage. In less than five years, these reports have demonstrated significant improvements in miles per intervention for virtually every […]
Triple-combo SoCs deliver 5.8 Gbps peak speeds for next-generation IoT applications
Synaptics Incorporated announced it has extended its Veros wireless portfolio with its first family of Wi-Fi 7 systems-on-chips (SoCs) tailored for the Internet of Things (IoT). Comprising the SYN4390 and SYN4384, the scalable offering supports bandwidths up to 320 MHz to deliver 5.8 Gbps peak speed and low latency. The triple-combo SoCs integrate Wi-Fi 7 with Bluetooth […]
Chip combines 32 KB flash with 2 KB EEPROM and 15K ROM
NOVOSENSE Microelectronics has announced the launch of the NSUC1500-Q1, a highly integrated System-on-Chip (SoC) designed to meet the demands of modern automotive ambient lighting systems. The NSUC1500-Q1 can be combined with the high-precision NSLxxxxx series of linear LED drivers optimized for conventional taillights, through-type dynamic taillights, and illuminated grilles for an integrated automotive lighting solution. The […]
NFC readers meet car connectivity consortium requirements
STMicroelectronics has introduced two new automotive NFC readers in its ST25R portfolio, delivering superior wake-up and detection range for enhanced user experiences. The ST25R500 and ST25R501 meet Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) and Wireless Power Consortium requirements for digital key and center console applications for device pairing and engine start, and wireless charging, NFC card protection. […]
MEMs oscillator lines boast with programmable features and AEC-Q100 options
Abracon has released several new lines of MEMs oscillators for the electronics market. The company’s portfolio now includes over 1,700 distinct part numbers designed to address specific requirements in engineering applications across various electronics sectors. The expanded MEMs oscillator catalog features devices with frequency ranges from 1 MHz to 725 MHz, phase jitter as low […]
RISC-V implementation strategies for certification of safety-critical systems
For developers using RISC-V-based platforms, the architecture offers unique features that can help achieve functional safety and security objectives. From its open architecture to a rich tools ecosystem, safety-critical software teams see benefits in meeting the guidelines of DO-178C and ISO 26262, for example, and opportunities to reduce compliance effort. Understanding how to map RISC-V’s […]
