STMicroelectronics has extended the capabilities of its FlightSense ToF ranging sensors by introducing the VL53L3CX with patented histogram algorithms that allow measuring distances to multiple objects as well as increasing accuracy. The VL53L3CX measures object ranges from 2.5cm to 3m, unaffected by the target color or reflectance, unlike conventional infrared sensors. This allows designers to introduce […]
Bolt-on or replace? Options for bringing your factory into Industry 4.0
By Cliff Ortmeyer, Global Head of Technical Marketing and Regional Marketing at Newark Manufacturers often assume that data gleaned from the factory floor can only come from the newest machinery, built from the ground-up with built-in intelligence and network connectivity. Those seeking to modernize for what some call the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) are […]
Rugged PCs target military, commercial and industrial apps
Trenton Systems, Inc. has officially released its made-in-the-USA ION Mini PC, for military, commercial and industrial applications needing a powerful, affordable, rugged computer in a small form factor. The rugged ION Mini PC, a blazingly fast, high-performance computer weighing 3.2 pounds, supports 8th and 9th generation Intel Coffee Lake / Coffee Lake-R CPUs – up […]
Raspberry Pi camera sports interchangeable lenses, 12-MP ultra-definition-resolution
Newark announced the launch of the new Raspberry Pi high-quality camera, complete with a 12-megapixel ultra-definition-resolution camera and interchangeable lenses. It is ideal for professional and consumer applications which require the highest levels of visual fidelity and integration with specialist optics. The camera can effectively capture still images and video footage. It is compatible with […]
Stepper motor driver IC simplifies low cost, power efficient designs with noiseless operation
TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH & Co. KG announced today the TMC2226, a highly dynamic stepper motor driver designed for 2-phase bipolar stepper motors providing up to 2.8A (peak) and supply voltages ranging from 4.75 to 29V. Programmable using single-wire UART and featuring some of Trinamic’s latest-generation technologies, the TMC2226 driver is ideal for design upgrades […]
Single-axis servo controller achieves high-current loop frequencies
TRINAMIC Motion Control GmbH & Co. KG announced the TMCM-1617, single-axis servo controller module, designed for servo drives with 18A RMS and 8 to 28V DC supply voltage. The TMCM-1617’s EtherCAT, CAN and RS485 interfaces, ultra-lightweight aluminum housing (conforms with DIN EN 60529), and a cutting-edge feature set make the TMCM-1617 an ideal choice for […]
Nex-gen microcontrollers integrate safety features to ensure sufficient supply voltage
As the Internet of Things (IoT) delivers greater connectivity for industrial and home applications and as connected vehicles enhance cabin and operational features, higher-performance microcontrollers are required for better real-time control as well as to enable enhanced human-machine interface applications. Microchip Technology Inc. announced its next-generation AVR DA family of microcontrollers (MCUs) – its first Functional […]
Functional-safety packages simplify MCU use in industrial, medical, consumer, automotive apps
STMicroelectronics has released three functional-safety packages that simplify development of safety-critical industrial, medical, consumer and automotive products based on STM32 and STM8 microcontrollers and microprocessors. The packages are available free of charge and contain the resources developers need to satisfy applicable IEC and ISO specifications. ST’s portfolio of over 1000 STM32 devices and the STM8 […]
IoT devices get automated factory provisioning of security module certificates
Sectigo announced a partnership with Infineon Technologies AG to provide automated certificate provisioning for Infineon’s OPTIGA Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 using Sectigo IoT Identity Manager. The integration provides manufacturers with a complete certificate management solution, including issuance and renewal, starting right on the factory floor, with secure certificate creation and insertion using the OPTIGA™ TPM for […]
MCUs combine equipment control, networking functions on a single chip
Renesas introduced the RX72N Group and the RX66N Group of MCUs for industrial automation – the latest additions to the 32-bit RX Family that combines equipment control and networking function on a single chip. Built around the Renesas proprietary RXv3 CPU core and featuring up to 4 MB on-chip flash memory and 1 MB on-chip […]
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