Microsemi Corporation today announced a new mobile fronthaul solution, built on its DIGI-G4 family of Optical Transport Network (OTN) processors, that will enable high capacity fronthaul connectivity for converged 4G and 5G centralized radio access networks (C-RANs). The solution, which will be highlighted at The Optical Networking and Communication Conference & Exhibition (OFC) March 21-23, breaks new ground by […]
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Server-side certificate management for authentication via public keys
Icon Labs, a leading provider of security solutions for IoT and edge devices, today announced the availability of the Floodgate Certificate Authority (CA). Floodgate CA is the server side portion of Icon Labs’ PKI solution and provides certificate management for companies choosing to implement their own certificate-based authentication using public key infrastructure. IoT security requires […]
Low-Power, long-range LoRa gateway speeds network setup
Laird announced the release of its new Enterprise Internet of Things (EIoT) Low-Power, Long-Range LoRa gateway, which enables enterprise customers to deploy EIoT networks in practically any geographic location, even where traditional communications infrastructure is unavailable. “The Sentrius RG1xx has been purpose-built from the ground up to create a secure, scalable, robust LoRa network solution,” said […]
Intel Atom-based module targets ultra-low power applications
The embedded specialist TQ extends its x86 product range: The new COM Express Compact module, TQMxE39C2, is equipped with Intel Atom E3900 series processors and, with two DDR3L SO DIMM sockets, offers high flexibility for system integration. A further version, with soldered DDR3L storage and ECC support, is also nearing preparation and will be available […]
Packet switches automotive-qualified to AEC-Q100 grade
Diodes, Inc. today introduced the PI7C9X2G304SLQ and PI7C9X2G404SLQ at Embedded World 2017, representing the first-ever packet switches to be automotive-qualified to AEC-Q100 grade 3. These PCI Express® (PCIe®) 3‑Port/4‑Lane and 4‑Port/4‑Lane Packet Switches are specifically designed to meet automotive industry requirements, targeting applications in infotainment, telematics and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). These parts feature […]
Ultra low power MCU targets IoT long-life-battery applications
Analog Devices introduced an ultra low power microcontroller unit (MCU) that addresses the rapidly growing need for embedding advanced algorithms while consuming the lowest system power at Internet of Things (IoT) edge nodes. The ADuCM4050 MCU includes an ARM® Cortex®-M4 core with floating-point unit, expanded SRAM, and embedded flash memory in order to allow localized decision […]
MCUs carry built-in LCD driver optimized for data loggers
The ML630Q464/466 from ROHM Group company LAPIS Semiconductor are the first ICs to integrate all major functions required for data logging (USB, high-speed clock generation, LCD driver, high-accuracy RC oscillation type AD converter), data acquisition (i.e. temperature, humidity, acceleration), data display, and PDF file generation on a single chip. The chips are designed to be […]
Diode arrays bring ESD protection to high-speed interfaces
Littelfuse, Inc., the global leader in circuit protection, today introduced a series of TVS Diode Arrays (SPA® Diodes) designed to provide eight channels of ultra-low capacitance common mode and differential mode protection for electronic equipment exposed to electrostatic discharges (ESD). SP8008 Series Low Capacitance TVS Diode Arrays offer the robustness necessary to protect against ESD […]
FIPS 140-2 Level 3 compliant encryption implemented by STM reference design
STMicroelectronics and ClevX, an intellectual-property innovator and technology developer for portable storage and mobile device manufacturers, today announced the availability of a FIPS 140-2 Level 3 compliant Encryption Technology Platform reference design for security applications using commercial/industrial-, rather than military-grade chips. The STM32 microcontroller-based platform will aid designers and manufacturers to design and build highly […]
Free graphical design tool aids digital audio designs
Small electronic products like wearables and IoT devices can now provide high-end audio features, including advanced aural user interfaces, thanks to a new easy-to-use graphical design tool for STM32™ microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications. ST has worked with DSP Concepts, creator of the Audio Weaver […]
