TRi PLC has released an AI-based chatbot designed to provide faster access to product information and technical support resources. The system uses natural language processing and a structured product knowledge base to interpret user questions and return detailed, context-relevant information. The chatbot assists engineers and system designers in identifying appropriate PLC models by comparing application […]
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Compact PCI Express Mini Card provides simultaneous analog input and output
ACCES I/O Products, Inc. has released the mPCIe-DAAI16-8F, a multifunction analog input/output module for embedded and OEM systems. The unit fits the PCI Express Mini Card (mPCIe) Type F1 form factor and provides 16-bit precision with simultaneous analog input and output capabilities. It includes eight analog outputs that support both voltage and current operation and […]
AI interface provides structured access to engineering data
Microchip Technology has introduced the Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, a platform designed to provide AI systems with direct, verified access to Microchip product information. The server enables developers and enterprise AI tools to retrieve up-to-date technical data such as specifications, datasheets, pricing, and lead times through natural-language queries. The MCP Server operates on streamable […]
280 MHz Cortex-M33 MCU adds high-performance control options
GigaDevice has expanded its GD32 family of 32-bit microcontrollers with the introduction of the GD32F503 and GD32F505 series, built on the Arm Cortex-M33 core. Designed for applications requiring high computational performance and reliability, the new series operates at up to 280 MHz and supports advanced security, configurable memory, and extensive peripheral integration. The MCUs feature […]
Linux-based SBC adds hardware security and AI expansion
Grinn has introduced the GenioBoard, a single-board computer (SBC) designed to accelerate the development of embedded and AI-capable systems. Built around the MediaTek Genio family of processors, the board integrates compute performance, connectivity, and security within an 87 mm × 56 mm form factor. It supports both the Grinn GenioSOM-700 and GenioSOM-510 systems-on-module, each offering […]
A practical guide to microcontroller structure and performance factors
Microcontroller units (MCUs) are single-chip computers optimized for performing embedded computing tasks like controlling a coffee machine or a medical device, an industrial robot, or an electric vehicle battery charger. They don’t require a complex operating system (OS) like those found on personal computers and servers. The central processing unit (CPU) is a key element […]
AI accelerator supports on-chip learning for embedded devices
BrainChip Holdings has announced the AKD1500 co-processor capable of delivering up to 800 giga operations per second (GOPS) while operating below 300 milliwatts, providing a power-efficient solution for edge AI tasks. This makes it suitable for use in battery-powered or thermally constrained systems such as wearable electronics, smart sensors, and compact embedded devices. The co-processor […]
Board offers 13.4 dBm output and LoRaWAN 1.0.4 compliance
MIKROE has released the LR 16 Click board, designed to provide long-range, low-power wireless connectivity for Internet of Things (IoT) and industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) systems. The board is based on Würth Elektronik’s WIRL-LORA Daphnis-I module, which incorporates the STM32WLE5CCU6 microcontroller. The LR 16 Click supports LoRaWAN and proprietary communication modes, offering flexibility for […]
Real-time software environment supports multiple industrial protocols
TeleCANesis has introduced an embedded software environment designed for development teams working on industrial, medical, and mobility systems. The environment enables rapid interconnection of distributed system nodes through standard communication interfaces and protocols. It is built on the QNX Operating System, a real-time platform widely used in embedded control systems such as robotics, medical instrumentation, […]
Open-source dev system expanded to include unified multi-core and AI model deployment
The latest release of the open-source development system introduces a significant step forward for developers working with complex, multi-core environments and artificial intelligence. Analog Devices has launched CodeFusion Studio 2.0, upgrading its open-source embedded development platform with comprehensive AI workflow support and unified multi-core orchestration capabilities. The Visual Studio Code-based environment now enables engineers to […]
