Aetina Corporation announced its new SuperEdge product series, the powerful AI inference computing platform for edge AIoT environments. Aetina SuperEdge is an NVIDIA NGC-ReadyTM system validated to run deep learning and inference applications. The verification allows for faster machine learning training for developers and the edge solution management platform’s critical backing. AIS-D422-A1, the pilot product […]
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Single-chip MCUs optimized for cost-sensitive, space-constrained apps
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced the expansion of its 32-bit RA2 Series microcontrollers (MCUs) with 48 new RA2E1 Group MCUs. Based on the 48-MHz Arm Cortex-M23 core, the RA2E1 MCUs are entry-line, single-chip devices with up to 128-KB code flash and 16-KB SRAM memory. The RA2E1 Group MCUs support a wide operating voltage range of 1.6V […]
Atomic clock works from 5 V, outputs CMOS-compatible signals
The new IQRB-4 bridges the gap between the 12 V powered IQRB-1, IQRB-2, and IQRB-3 and the recently released 3.3 V powered ICPT-1. IQD has been active in the frequency products market for over 45 years and in recent years developed its know-how to specialize in the field of atomic clocks. The company has invested […]
MPPT chip boosts efficiency of space-constrained solar harvesters
Designers of space-constrained designs can now significantly increase runtime with the MAX20361 single-/multi-cell solar harvester with maximum power point tracking (MPPT) from Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. The industry’s smallest solar harvesting solution is ideal for space-constrained applications such as wearables and emerging internet of things (IoT) applications. Designers are often challenged with the tradeoff between […]
Platform helps build IoT networks
Smart home integration is growing in popularity for many homeowners but is usually only possible with advanced whole-house systems. Quantum Integration’s internet-of-things (IoT) platform provides users complete control; whether novice or expert, anyone can build a powerful IoT network that can control just about anything from simple buttons to complex home integration systems. How is […]
SoC development platform handles MCVP automotive work
Renesas Electronics Corporation announced its collaboration with Microsoft to accelerate the development of connected vehicles. Renesas’ R-Car Starter Kit, based on Renesas’ R-Car automotive system-on-chip (SoC), is now available as a development environment for the Microsoft Connected Vehicle Platform (MCVP)<https://www.microsoft.com/industry/automotive/connected-vehicles>. MCVP combines a partner ecosystem with a horizontal platform of Azure cloud, AI, and edge […]
Free firmware upgrade brings MQTT IIoT support to PLC CPUs
IDEC Corporation has released a free firmware upgrade enabling new and existing MicroSmart FC6A Plus PLC CPUs to support the industry-standard MQTT protocol. The upgrade can be downloaded to the FC6A CPU, so it is easy for users to connect all types of field data to on-site and cloud-based brokers, and make the information readily […]
MEMS motion sensor/software combo targets smart TV, robotics, AR/VR, wearables, IoT apps
TDK Corporation announces the availability of the InvenSense ICM-40627 and ICM-42688-V high-performance MEMS motion tracking solutions (6-axis IMU + dedicated software library). As a leader in consumer IoT, TDK continues to provide a complete suite of SmartMotion sensor solutions for a broad range of consumer and IoT applications. In addition, a comprehensive development platform, the […]
Low-power MEMS barometric pressure sensor targets drone, IoT apps
TDK Corporation announces the InvenSense ICP-20100 platform, the latest technology advancement in the SmartPressure product family. The ICP-20100 is a barometric pressure sensor based on MEMS capacitive technology, improving our lead in the development of ultra-low noise at the lowest power and progressing our industry-leading relative accuracy, sensor throughput, and temperature stability. The ICP-20100 achieves […]
Low-power microphones inclkude wake-on-sound feature
TDK Corporation introduces the InvenSense T5838, the latest technological breakthrough in the SmartSound product family. The T5838 is the world’s lowest power Pulse Density Modulation (PDM), multi-mode MEMS microphone with high AOP and high SNR for smartphones, microphone arrays, smart speakers, IoT, and other consumer devices. The microphone offers an exceptionally efficient 130 µA ultra-low […]