Sensor-based Internet of Things (IoT) applications rely on a combination of analog functionality and digital control capability to meet a challenging list of requirements including low cost, small size, performance, and low power. Addressing this challenge through a focus on increased microcontroller (MCU) integration, Microchip Technology Inc. announced the PIC18-Q41 and AVR DB MCU families that are the first […]
Automotive
UWB ICs optimized to enable new IoT use cases
At its annual developer’s conference, NXP Semiconductors N.V. announced the next milestone in establishing secure ultra-wideband (UWB) technology as the global standard for fine-ranging and high-precision sensing. Following the introduction of mobile and automotive UWB solutions, NXP has expanded its portfolio to include new UWB ICs. Trimension SR040 and SR150 ICs are optimized to enable new IoT […]
Software development tools certified for RISC-V use
IAR Systems further extends its strong tools offering for RISC-V by announcing a certified version of its development tools. The functional safety edition of IAR Embedded Workbench for RISC-V will be certified by TÜV SÜD according to the requirements of IEC 61508, the international umbrella standard for functional safety, as well as ISO 26262, which […]
Automotive MCUs emphasize safety, security in next-gen domain/zone architectures
STMicroelectronics has revealed further details of its innovative Stellar automotive microcontrollers (MCUs) to show how the devices ensure the reliable and deterministic execution of multiple independent real-time applications. This is one of the toughest challenges facing manufacturers in today’s automotive sector as the complexity of new car architectures leads to the consolidation of independent applications into a […]
PCIe 4.0 NVMe 1.4 Controllers optimized for Gen4 performance at low power consumption
Silicon Motion Technology Corporation announced a new portfolio of PCIe 4.0 NVMe 1.4 controller solutions to address performance, mainstream, and value SSD applications. The portfolio consists of SM2264 for performance, SM2267 for mainstream, and SM2267XT for value DRAM-less client SSDs. Silicon Motion’s latest controller family has been designed from the ground up with PCIe Gen4 […]
CMOS sensors provide detailed imaging with up to 45 Mp
ON Semiconductor has expanded its XGS family of image sensors with high performance, low noise products that offer 12-bit image quality at a high frame rate. The new offerings include the XGS 45000, the XGS 30000, and the XGS 20000, which provide detailed imaging with up to 45 Mp for resolution critical applications and up […]
Automotive reference flow streamlines SoC design for ISO 26262 compliance
Synopsys, Inc. and Samsung Foundry announced the release of a validated automotive reference flow to streamline SoC hardware design for in-system test, implementation, verification, timing, and physical signoff for ISO 26262 compliance. This reference flow is targeted for automotive safety integrity level (ASIL) D autonomous driving and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) applications. In close collaboration with […]
GNSS receiver boards feature high precision, low power consumption
Septentrio announced an expansion of its GPS/GNSS OEM portfolio with the AsteRx-m3 product family. AsteRx-m3 receivers target various use cases and offer flexibility and affordability with no compromises of performance. They feature the lowest power consumption on the market, allowing longer operation times. Their new easy-to-integrate design ensures short set-up times and faster time-to-market. All […]
Software suite verifies assembly/object level code on ARM CPUs for DO-178C Level A compliance
LDRA announced its extension of object-code verification to deliver advanced software testing for Arm-based chips used in safety-critical aerospace & defense and automotive applications. With Arm chipsets becoming increasingly prevalent in the core CPUs of both aircraft and automobiles, safety-critical verification becomes essential. LDRA’s support enables software developers to leverage the LDRA tool suite to verify code coverage […]
ARM Cortex-M7- and M4-based MCU family meet requirements of next-gen vehicle electronic systems
As drivetrain electrification and advanced driver assistance systems change the way we drive, the number and complexity of comfort features and other body functions in cars increase constantly. To tackle this challenge, Infineon Technologies AG is launching the Traveo II Body microcontroller family to the open market. This product family addresses a broad variety of […]
