The Connectivity Standards Alliance has introduced Zigbee 4.0, along with Suzi, a Sub-GHz mesh extension designed to increase range and improve network reliability for IoT devices. Zigbee 4.0 updates the architecture used by existing Zigbee and Smart Energy devices, allowing both technologies to operate on a unified network and simplifying certification and integration processes. The […]
Industrial
RCP endpoints aim to simplify distributed nodes in SDV architectures
Microchip Technology has introduced the LAN866x family of 10BASE-T1S endpoint devices, which incorporate Remote Control Protocol (RCP) to extend Ethernet connectivity to the outermost edge of in-vehicle networks. The devices are intended to support automotive manufacturers moving toward zonal architectures and software-defined vehicle platforms, where the number of distributed sensors and actuators continues to increase. […]
MCU offers 371 DMIPS performance and advanced hardware accelerators
Nuvoton Technology has released the NuMicro M5531 series of microcontrollers, designed for embedded systems that require high computing performance and advanced signal processing. Based on the Arm Cortex-M55 processor, the devices operate at speeds up to 220 MHz and deliver up to 371 DMIPS of processing capability. The series provides strong noise immunity, verified by […]
AI chatbot supports PLC selection and configuration tasks
TRi PLC has released an AI-based chatbot designed to provide faster access to product information and technical support resources. The system uses natural language processing and a structured product knowledge base to interpret user questions and return detailed, context-relevant information. The chatbot assists engineers and system designers in identifying appropriate PLC models by comparing application […]
Compact PCI Express Mini Card provides simultaneous analog input and output
ACCES I/O Products, Inc. has released the mPCIe-DAAI16-8F, a multifunction analog input/output module for embedded and OEM systems. The unit fits the PCI Express Mini Card (mPCIe) Type F1 form factor and provides 16-bit precision with simultaneous analog input and output capabilities. It includes eight analog outputs that support both voltage and current operation and […]
AI accelerator supports on-chip learning for embedded devices
BrainChip Holdings has announced the AKD1500 co-processor capable of delivering up to 800 giga operations per second (GOPS) while operating below 300 milliwatts, providing a power-efficient solution for edge AI tasks. This makes it suitable for use in battery-powered or thermally constrained systems such as wearable electronics, smart sensors, and compact embedded devices. The co-processor […]
Real-time software environment supports multiple industrial protocols
TeleCANesis has introduced an embedded software environment designed for development teams working on industrial, medical, and mobility systems. The environment enables rapid interconnection of distributed system nodes through standard communication interfaces and protocols. It is built on the QNX Operating System, a real-time platform widely used in embedded control systems such as robotics, medical instrumentation, […]
Architecture supports on-device inference without cloud connectivity
Ceva has partnered with embedUR systems to launch a dedicated instance of the ModelNova platform for Ceva’s NeuPro NPU family. The platform provides AI models, datasets, and use-case blueprints optimized for NeuPro-Nano NPUs and NeuPro-M NPUs for edge AI inference applications. ModelNova hosts models from both companies for the development of wearables, hearables, smart home […]
Dual-core microcontrollers target high-performance embedded systems
Two new high-performance microcontroller groups have been introduced to support compute-intensive embedded applications in industrial and IoT systems. The devices, built on a 22-nm low-power process, combine a 1 GHz Cortex-M85 processor with an optional 250 MHz Cortex-M33 core to provide a mix of processing power and energy efficiency for complex workloads. The new microcontrollers […]
AI-based resource handling added to new IDE
Infineon Technologies has introduced the AURIX Configuration Studio (ACS), a new integrated development environment designed to support engineers developing applications with AURIX TC3x microcontrollers. The platform builds on Infineon’s established DAVE (Digital Application Virtual Engineer) technology, combining an Eclipse-based editor, GNU C compiler, and open-source debugger into a single environment. ACS is intended to simplify the […]
