Newark element14 today announced an exclusive sales and marketing deal for Symbisa, an Excel-integrated IoT device built by UK firm Hanhaa. Symbisa combines the possibilities of IoT with the power of Microsoft Excel, offering developers and IT professionals an entirely new way to build Internet of Things (IoT) applications. A Symbisa module is an all-in-one, always-connected […]
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Expansion pack for STM32 MCUs helps implement security features
Consolidating secure boot, secure firmware update, and secure-engine services in a convenient STM32Cube expansion software package, X-CUBE-SBSFU v.2.0 from STMicroelectronics helps product developers fully utilize the security features of STM32 microcontrollers to protect connected devices like IoT endpoints and help manage their life-cycle. By establishing a root of trust in the microcontroller, X-CUBE-SBSFU Secure Boot enables protection […]
100BASE-T1 Ethernet PHY transceiver targets space-constrained automotive apps
Texas Instruments introduced a new automotive Ethernet physical layer (PHY) transceiver that cuts the external component count and board space in half and consumes as little as half the power of competitive solutions. The DP83TC811S-Q1’s support for serial gigabit media independent interface (SGMII), small packaging and integrated diagnostic features enable designers to bring greater intelligence […]
Driver for optical transceivers exhibits low THD
Integrated Device Technology, Inc. introduced its new GX76470 64G linear driver, in die form, for optical integrated modules, for 400G/600G coherent applications. Driven by the ever-increasing amount of digital information, data centers are expanding rapidly across the globe and continuous innovation is required to accommodate an annual traffic growth of 27% and to facilitate 3-5 […]
Low-power memory devices target industrial and home automation applications
Adesto Technologies announced the production release of its DataFlash-L AT25PE family of memory devices. The products are designed for highly efficient, low-power industrial and home automation applications. The AT25PE family is derived from the highly successful AT45DB DataFlash product line, and provides designers and engineers with page-write and page-erase capable products in an industry-compatible serial flash […]
Free Safety-Design package speeds STM32-based IEC 61508 Safety Critical certification
STMicroelectronics new software for its STM32 microcontrollers is designed to help technology brands design safer applications, more quickly and cost-effectively. Created for designers of STM32-based devices in the field of industrial controls, robots, sensors, medical, or transportation, which must be certified up to Safety Integrity Level (SIL) 2 or 3 of the recognized safety standard IEC […]
Anti-sulfuration measures in DDR4 modules target mining, oil & gas apps
Innodisk is taking steps to strengthen its DRAM portfolio to keep up with the unrelenting growth of IoT and the challenges of harsh environments. The new DDR4 2666 SODIMM series is tailor-made for edge devices and can handle large temperature variations through its industrial design. Another worrying trend is the sulfur pollution seen in many […]
Synchronous Ethernet for 4G/5G mobile networks using 10Gb PHY
Integrated Device Technology, Inc. introduced today a Synchronous Ethernet solution for 4G/5G mobile networks using Marvell’s Alaska X family of devices. Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) provides the ability for frequency distribution and synchronization over Ethernet-based packet networks. SyncE helps service providers meet the challenges of increasing bandwidth, coverage and mobile application layer services which require high-accuracy […]
Ultra-low-power Sigfox IoT modules provide dual RF connectivity
STMicroelectronics announced the certification of the dual-radio modules that combine Sigfox wireless-network technology with Bluetooth low energy (BLE). Jorjin’s WS211x Sigfox/BLE modules benefit from the market-leading performance and energy efficiency of ST’s BlueNRG-1 BLE System-on-Chip (SoC) and the S2-LP sub-1GHz RF transceiver. These advantages have enabled Jorjin’s modules to deliver cutting-edge connectivity and great battery […]
Three-phase/three-sense BLDC driver boosts runtime from batteries
STMicroelectronics’ STSPIN233 is the industry’s first low-voltage motor driver suitable for both single-shunt and three-shunt brushless-motor driving integrating a 200mΩ 1.3Arms power stage, in a slim and compact 3mm x 3mm package. The STSPIN233 also has the industry’s lowest standby current, at less than 80nA. Moreover, it can be put into standby mode under logic control, making it […]