Flex Logix Technologies, Inc. today announced that it has leveraged its core patent-protected interconnect technology from its embedded FPGA (eFPGA) line of business combined with inference-optimized nnMAX clusters to develop the InferXÔ X1 edge inference co-processor. Unveiled today in a presentation at the Linley Processor Conference in Santa Clara, the Flex Logix InferX X1 chip […]
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Face-tracking module features easy integration
With the business scenarios escalating, there is more of a demand to upgrade technology. The new product, Ruff Face ID Module, a face tracking module Ruff launched, is based on IoT+ machine learning skills that can implant the original complex AI algorithm into a 35mm 42mm chip. The AI chip provides neural network computing with […]
Low-power Bluetooth radio supports development of solar-powered sensors
ON Semiconductor continues to enable battery-less and maintenance-free IoT with the introduction of its RSL10 Multi-Sensor Platform powered solely with a solar cell. This complete solution supports the development of IoT sensors using continuous solar energy harvesting to gather and communicate data through Bluetooth Low Energy, without the need for batteries or other forms of […]
Gallery: Inside the Dialog Semiconductor SmartBond Wireless Microcontroller Tech Tour
Dialog Semiconductor is conducting a series of one-day free seminars around the country covering its offerings in Bluetooth low energy that includes hands-on training as well as presentations on the newest version of the Bluetooth spec, 5.1. One attraction of the event is that attendees get two free Bluetooth low energy development kits worth more […]
SBC incorporates Xenon processor for handling C4ISR, industrial apps
Abaco Systems announced the SBC3511 3U OpenVPX rugged single board computer, which provides a unique combination of high performance, advanced security and leading edge thermal management. Target applications for the new platform include C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance) and the most demanding industrial applications. The SBC3511‘s high performance derives from the new, […]
Tiny image sensor targets automotive cabin monitoring apps
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced the OV2778 automotive image sensor, which provides the best value of any 2MP RGB-IR sensor for cabin- and occupant-monitoring. With its complement of industry-leading features, this sensor is ideal for interior applications such as detecting packages and unattended children, as well as video conferencing. The OV2778 comes in the smallest package […]
ICs hit 19 Gb/sec transmission speeds for HDMI, DisplayPort-enabled active optical cable apps
Silicon Line GmbH has introduced a new line of integrated circuits (ICs) with transmission speeds of 16 to 18 gigabytes per seconds (Gb/s). The new chips will be produced in single-channel and four-channel versions, enabling the production of active optical cables with speeds up 72 Gb/s. Likely applications for the ICs include active optical cables for HDMI- […]
Smaller, cheaper, better: Microsatellites
by Rudy Ramos, Mouser Electronics In 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1. The satellite was just 50cm wide. Today’s most massive unmanned spacecraft, the bus-sized Hubble telescope, weighs 11 tons. However, in recent decades, practical satellites have shrunk once more to Sputnik dimensions. Several factors limit satellite minimum sizes; solar panel area to generate […]
Machine Learning Inference software facilitates neural network SoC dev
Synopsys announced the availability of the new embARC Machine Learning Inference software library to facilitate development of power-efficient neural network system-on-chip (SoC) designs incorporating Synopsys’ DesignWare ARC EM and HS DSP Processor IP. The embARC Machine Learning Inference (MLI) software library provides developers with optimized functions to implement neural network layer types, significantly reducing processor cycle […]
Touch-free interface reference designs simplify 2D/3D gesture control apps
Renesas Electronics Corporation introduced two touch-free user interface (UI) solutions to simplify the design of 2D and 3D control-based applications. Based on Renesas’ capacitive sensor microcontrollers (MCUs), the new solutions support the development of UI that allows users to operate home appliances, as well as industrial and OA equipment without touching the devices. The UI […]