STMicroelectronics has introduced two new USB Type-C™ -certified port-controller ICs with built-in protection, which help designers implement interfaces cost-effectively to support their required blend of USB features. These can include power negotiation, managed active cables, and support for guest protocols. USB Type-C specifies reversible plug orientation and cable direction, which simplifies attaching and powering a wide range […]
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What is DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) vs SRAM?
Both DRAM (Dynamic Random Access Memory) and SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) are types of Random Access Memory (RAM). RAM is a semiconductor device internal to the integrated chip that stores the processor that a microcontroller or other processor will use constantly to store variables used in operations while performing calculations. RAM refers to the […]
32-bit MCU features unique way to configure device without CPU intervention
NXP Semiconductors N.V. introduced the LPC84x family, the latest addition to its rapidly expanding LPC800 series of 32-bit ARM 30 MHz Cortex-M0+ based microcontrollers. The family, designed to balance power, performance and price, addresses the growing demand to simplify and speed development — enabling smarter next-generation designs to be cost- and power-efficient. “We’re extremely excited […]
Chip design IP now works with 7-nm Leading-Performance (7LP) FinFET process
Synopsys, Inc. today announced the enablement of the Synopsys Design Platform and DesignWare® Embedded Memory IP on GLOBALFOUNDRIES 7-nm Leading-Performance (7LP) FinFET process technology. Synopsys and GF collaboration on the new process addressed several new challenges specific to the 7LP process. This process is expected to deliver 40 percent more processing power and twice the area scaling […]
SIM intelligently roams to find strongest signals for IoT connections
The futuristic dream of the universal, invisible and always-on Internet of Things (IoT) is coming into view with the first SIM that intelligently roams to identify and automatically connect to the strongest signal globally, MetTel announced today. MetTel, a fast-growing communications provider for businesses, has launched IoT Single SIM which ensures the best possible connectivity […]
New multiband SoCs support full Bluetooth 5 connectivity, more memory options
Silicon Labs expands its Wireless Gecko system-on-chip (SoC) portfolio with new multiband SoCs supporting full Bluetooth® 5 connectivity and more memory options. Silicon Labs’ new EFR32xG13 SoCs offer developers greater flexibility and more capabilities for applications using a single wireless protocol or requiring more memory for multiprotocol solutions, larger customer applications or for storage of over-the-air (OTA) […]
IoT power calculator helps IoT developers by predicting battery life
Premier Farnell, The Development Distributor, has created an IoT Power Calculator that helps developers of IoT (Internet of Things) projects to understand the expected battery life of their IoT devices, and allows them to experiment with different components and software algorithms to determine their impact on battery life. Battery power is in increasing demand in IoT […]
Accurately measure power consumption with Kelvin configuration
How do you accurately measure power consumption when the leads of your multimeter add resistance to your measurement? How do you accurately measure the resistance of a device that’s low, (e.g., less than 10 ohms) when the leads of your multimeter add resistance? One way to get a more accurate reading is to use the […]
Chipset handles HDBase T-IP uncompressed ultra-high-definition digital video/audio, Ethernet, USB, control signals and power
Valens, the developer of HDBaseT and founder of the HDBaseT Alliance, announced the availability of the HDBaseT-IP solution, enabled by its new VSI1000 chipset. HDBaseT-IP enables distribution of the 5Play feature set over an Ethernet/IP network, allowing for the seamless integration of existing HDBaseT products to build larger, cost-effective and optimized hybrid installations. The HDBaseT-IP […]
VITA 57.4 mezzanine card RF module handles 200 Gb/sec transfer rates
Responding to the accelerating trend towards wider bandwidth multi-channel receivers in modern radar systems, Abaco Systems today announced the FMC134 FMC+ FPGA Mezzanine Card Direct RF Conversion Module. It brings industry-leading ADC performance and density: the card can operate as a 4-channel receiver at 3.2GSPS or a 2-channel receiver at 6.4GSPS. Using 16 of the […]