The PIC18F “K42” family, which combines an extensive array of Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs), high-resolution analog, on-chip Direct Memory Access (DMA) and vectored interrupts for fast processing, is now available from Microchip Technology Inc., a leading provider of microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog and Flash-IP solutions. The DMA controller enables data transfers between memory space and peripherals without Core Processing […]
IoT
How Mr. Robot hacked the IoT
The popular TV drama Mr. Robot once portrayed a penetration of a building automation system. Security experts say the same exploit could have happened in real life. Leland Teschler Executive Editor In 2015, TV viewers who tuned into episode five (having the catchy title “eps1.4_3xpl0its.wmv”) of a series called Mr. Robot watched the main character […]
Ethernet switches with M12/M23 connectors handle severe vibrations
Advantech’s IIoT Automation Group is pleased to announce the launch of EN50155 certified Ethernet Switches (EKI-9516/9512) with M12/M23 connectors that are highly resistant to shock and vibration which ensures stable connection and communication. Advantech has expanded their product portfolio of EN50155 certified train switches with a total now of 12 new models. Six models offer […]
Plug-and-play LoRa module for LPWAN connectivity
Ethertronics announced the industry’s first complete plug-and-play LoRa module for Low-Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) connectivity. It delivers long range and reliable antenna performance using Active Steering™ for the LoRa ecosystem of Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) applications. Ethertronics is the first to provide a complete LoRa ecosystem solution, including module, active antennas, active […]
The security of connected devices
Take an MCU and add Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connection to the internet and you have an Internet of Things (IoT) device, and smart devices that are connected to the internet are everywhere. Smartphones, home automation, fitness bands, and products like the Amazon Echo are all examples of IoT. The problem with millions of internet-connected MCUs […]
SoCs integrate BLE 5, dual-band Wi-Fi, other wireless protocols
Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of Qualcomm Incorporated announced two new System-on-chips (SoCs), the QCA4020 and QCA4024. Qualcomm Technologies is the first to announce a tri-mode SoC QCA4020, integrating Bluetooth® Low Energy 5, Dual-band Wi-Fi®, and 802.15.4-based technologies, including ZigBee® and Thread, while QCA4024 integrates Bluetooth Low Energy 5 and 802.15.4. Both QCA4020 and QCA4024 […]
Small Isolated RS-485 transceiver keys on Industrial IoT networks
Intersil Corporation today announced the industry’s smallest isolated RS-485 differential bus transceiver designed to provide 4Mbps bidirectional data transmission for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) networks. The high-speed ISL32704E delivers industry-leading electromagnetic interference (EMI) and common-mode transient immunity (CMTI) in a small 4mm x 5mm QSOP package that is 70% smaller than competitive devices. It also […]
Silicon Labs Acquires Wi-Fi Innovator Zentri
Silicon Labs, a leading supplier of silicon, software and solutions for a more connected world, announces the acquisition of Zentri , an innovator in low-power, cloud-connected Wi-Fi technologies for the Internet of Things (IoT). Zentri helps customers worldwide securely connect and manage their products across a wide range of industrial, commercial and consumer applications. Zentri’s unique combination […]
IoT brings push for super-small Bluetooth modules
You can say one thing for the Internet-of-things movement: It is bringing an impetus for wireless connectivity electronics that is both small enough to tuck into wearable appliances and which can be deployed without obtaining approvals from the FCC or equivalent agencies in other countries. Among the latest examples demonstrating the trend is a low-energy […]
Bluetooth module includes antenna connections, SPI, Xtal for consumer/medical apps
Murata Americas today announced the release of its Nordic-based BLE module. The latest WSM device consists of Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF52832 IC, a 32 MHz crystal for timing, and an on-board antenna. Additionally, it contains two pins for an off-board omni-directional antenna and a NFC antenna. The module provides a Serial Port Interface (SPI) and UART interface to Nordic’s nRF52832 M4 Cortex processor. The WSM-BL241-ADA-008 module provides BLE connectivity between […]
