Würth Elektronik launches Thetis-I, a ready-to-use radio module for Wirepas mesh networks. Thetis-I is the perfect solution for IoT device manufacturers. Networks with technology from Wirepas, the Finnish software provider, are self-healing and freely scalable. Each device with a Thetis-I radio module can also act as a router which means no further infrastructure is required […]
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ASIC reference design aimed at Functional Safety apps contains independent FuSa monitor
Sondrel has announced the second in its family of reference designs for ASICs that provide a framework to support a customer’s own IP, which results in a faster time to market and lower risk. The SFA250A is aimed at Functional Safety (FuSa) applications such as Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and contains an independent FuSa […]
Fully-programmable, intelligent motion control amplifiers are PCB-mountable
Performance Motion Devices, Inc. announced the availability of ION/CME N-Series Digital Drives, new members of the ION Digital Drive family that provide high-performance motion control, network connectivity, and amplification. N-Series ION digital drives feature a patented, ultra-rugged PCB-mountable package with three power output levels – 75, 300, and 1,000 watts. All ION/CME N-Series Digital Drives […]
Integrated monitored multiplexer module indicates status of any activity channel
Pickering Interfaces announced a new range of PXI multiplexer modules (model 40-619) that enable the test engineer to monitor the open status of any channel. The 40-619 performs the same as a typical single-pole, 2A 60W multiplexer but uses secondary relays to determine the multiplexer channel status. Every multiplexer channel is provided with an additional […]
Embedded file system to work with PSoC 6 hardware platform
Cypress has extended its licensing for SEGGER’s emFile embedded file system to its latest hardware platform PSoC 6. The PSoC 6 provides a secure solution for IoT development while supporting multiple security environments without external storage. The Systems-on-a-Chip (SoCs) provide integrated hardware and software security features for IoT systems that require protection from cyber threats […]
Radio-Law-certified BLE module combines MCU, antenna, peripheral circuits
The RX23W module from Renesas Electronics features full Bluetooth 5.0 Low Energy support for system control and wireless communication on IoT endpoint devices. Featuring the RX23W 32-bit RX MCU supporting fully integrated Bluetooth Low Energy communication, the new RX23W module is equipped with an antenna, oscillator and custom-matched circuit. The new module is certified under […]
Common-mode chokes for automotive CAN-FD
TDK Corporation announced the development of its new ACT1210D Series common-mode choke for automotive CAN-FD, which will begin mass production in April 2021. Automotive LANs are roughly categorized into 4 systems such as body, safety, powertrain and multimedia/information and telecommunications. This product supporting CAN and CAN-FD enables a fivefold data transmission speed of 5 Mbps. […]
Sensor-based automation for smart buildings
Cloud-based intelligence can help serve as a nervous system for controllers handling multiple building domains. Preet Sibia, Power and Sensor Systems, Robert Junker • Infineon The core principle of building automation is the centralized control of a building’s domain, such as HVAC, shading, lighting, access control systems and more. Real-time monitoring of usage patterns and […]
Minimizing cyber threats via testing and evaluation
Few connected products have gone through independent testing and evaluations that could head off security problems during their use. Wayne Stewart, Cyber Security, Canada • Intertek It has become a truism that cyber security is one of the most significant risks for manufacturers today. These risks have the potential to cause a great deal of […]
Wi-Fi and LoRaWAN for the IoT
The combination of high-date-rate WiFi with low-data-rate, transmit-once-in-a-while LoRaWAN can make numerous IoT applications practical. Rémi Lorrain • Semtech • LoRa Alliance • Wael Guibene • Charter Communications • LoRa Alliance • WBA IoT Work Group An intelligent multiple radio access network (multi-RAN) strategy for IoT is becoming increasingly important. A well-executed multi-RAN strategy can […]