Xilinx, Inc. introduced the Kria portfolio of adaptive system-on-modules (SOMs), production-ready small form factor embedded boards that enable rapid deployment in edge-based applications. Coupled with a complete software stack and pre-built, production-grade accelerated applications, Kria adaptive SOMs are a new method of bringing adaptive computing to AI and software developers. The first product available in […]
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GNSS/INS receiver modules handle high-accuracy positioning, 3D orientation, pitch and roll-angle apps
Septentrio announced the launch of a new product line of high-performance GNSS/INS receivers called AsteRx-i3. The AsteRx-i3 product family brings to market an array of next-generation receivers from plug-and-play navigation solutions to feature-rich receivers with raw measurement access. OEM boards are available for rapid integration as well as ruggedized receivers enclosed in a waterproof IP68 housing. Such product variety accommodates specific needs of various applications which require high accuracy positioning together with 3D orientation, heading, pitch, and roll angles. […]
Waterproof MEMS barometric pressure sensors target smartwatch apps
TDK Corporation announces worldwide availability of the InvenSense ICP-10125, part of the SmartPressureTM family of the MEMS barometric pressure sensor platform. The ICP-10125 achieves the industry’s lowest pressure noise of 0.4 Pa RMS, attains the industry’s lowest power consumption of 1.3 µA, and ensures excellent temperature stability with a temperature coefficient of ±0.5 Pa/°C. The […]
3GPP Rel. 14 compliant NB-IoT modules feature low power consumption, optional 2G fallback
Telit launched the NE310L2 series of 3GPP Rel. 14 compliant NB-IoT modules. Featuring best-in-class power consumption, optional 2G fallback, an ultra-compact footprint, and future integrated SIM support, the new modules are ideal for low-bandwidth, cost-sensitive applications that require long battery life and enhanced coverage. The Telit NE310L2 series features the new cellular IoT Chipset from Sony, the ALT1255 […]
Software auto-calibrates LiDAR sensors, PTZ cameras to simplify installation
Quanergy Systems, Inc. unveiled the latest version of its industry-leading perception software platform, QORTEX DTC 2.1, with automated real-time PTZ camera control for security, smart space, and smart city applications. QORTEX DTC 2.1 features a new rules engine that automates PTZ camera control, point cloud recordings, and network actions based on real-time events. This functionality […]
BLE MCUs incorporate baluns feature new power-saving operation mode
STMicroelectronics has extended its STM32WB* Bluetooth LE microcontroller (MCU) offering with new devices that combine entry-level features with extra power savings for longer-lasting performance. The dual-core STM32WB15 and STM32WB10 Value Line pair an Arm Cortex-M4 processor to run the main application and a Cortex-M0+ to handle Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity, ensuring real-time performance from each. The radio stage has a 102dBm link […]
Software defined radio now available in MIL-grade version
Pixus Technologies has announced a new implementation of its ruggedized enclosure utilizing NI’s Ettus Research brand Software Defined Radio (SDR). The RX310-X03 enclosure is designed to MIL-STD-810 for shock/vibration/environmental and MIL-STD-461 for EMI. It features MIL 38999 connectors for the front and rear I/O interfaces. The conduction-cooled enclosure is also IP67 weatherproof. The RX310-103 version […]
SMARC modules incorporate i.MX 8M Plus processor for AI, embedded vision processing
Congatec presents its brand new low power SMARC 2.1 Computer-on-Modules with NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor for industrial edge analytics, embedded vision, and artificial intelligence (AI) at embedded world 2021 DIGITAL. With its machine and deep learning capabilities, the new ultra-low-power conga-SMX8-Plus module allows industrial embedded systems to see and analyze their surroundings for situational awareness, […]
Low-power NB2 chipset includes ARM Cortex-M4 MCU
Sony Semiconductor Israel announced the launch of the Altair ALT1255, a new low-power NB2 chipset. The ALT1255 is 5G ready, designed with an integrated SIM (iSIM), user MCU, rich application layer, and GSM/GPRS fallback modem. The ALT1255 chipset empowers device manufacturers to develop low-power, cost-sensitive connected devices at a global scale to monitor, manage, and […]
Automotive 4D imaging radar platform uses COTS components
RadSee Technologies Ltd. announced the availability of the automotive industry’s first 4D imaging radar for ADAS and autonomous vehicles able to deliver ultra-high performance and scalability to OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers at up to one-third the cost of previous solutions. By combining the company’s algorithms and patented antenna and system architecture with 77GHz commercial off-the-shelf […]