Microchip Technology has introduced the EEC1005-UB2 Universal Backplane Management (UBM) controller family, aimed at enhancing system versatility, ensuring standards-based operation, and offering cost savings in data center and storage applications. These generic and easily configurable UBM devices are designed for use on hard drive backplanes, facilitating storage enclosure management and communication with computing host systems […]
Controllers
InterEdge spec released by PICMG to offer multi-vendor interoperability in industrial control
PICMG announced the release of InterEdge, a modular architecture for process control systems (PCS). The IEC 61499 and IEC 61131-compatible InterEdge specification promises to revolutionize the industry with an interoperable, multi-vendor alternative to proprietary Industrial PCs (IPCs), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), and Distributed Control Systems (DCSs). InterEdge defines a vendor-neutral, open standard for edge computing […]
Advanced, integrated motor drivers feature dsPCI33 DSC for compact motor control designs
To implement efficient, real-time embedded motor control systems in space-constrained applications, Microchip Technology has launched a family of dsPIC Digital Signal Controller (DSC)-based integrated motor drivers. These devices incorporate a dsPIC33 digital signal controller (DSC), a three-phase MOSFET gate driver, and an optional LIN or CAN FD transceiver into one package. A significant benefit of this […]
Automotive AI domain controllers enable features to be added to autonomous and ADAS vehicle systems
Ambarella, Inc. announced during CES the latest additions to its CV3-AD family of automotive AI domain controllers—the CV3-AD635 and CV3-AD655 systems-on-chip (SoCs). The new CV3-AD635 supports a sensing suite that includes multiple cameras and radars to enable mainstream L2+ feature sets, such as highway autopilot and automated parking, in addition to meeting the GSR2 and NCAP […]
Next-gen eMMC devices for consumer applications are JEDEC e-MMC Ver. 5.1-compliant
KIOXIA America, Inc. announced sampling1 of new, higher performing JEDEC e-MMC Ver. 5.1-compliant embedded flash memory products for consumer applications. The new products integrate a newer version of the company’s BiCS FLASH 3D flash memory and a controller in a single package, reducing processor workload and improving ease of use. Both 64 and 128 gigabytes (GB) products will […]
New microcontrollers added to embedded processors and controllers portfolio
Mouser Electronics, Inc. recently added new microcontrollers to its extensive Embedded Processors and Controllers portfolio. Microcontrollers are the foundational building blocks of any embedded systems design. Specified for a wide range of use cases, from ultra-low power fitness trackers to industrial automation sensor nodes, and automotive motor control to consumer smart home thermostats, the microcontroller […]
IoT controller brings wired and wireless computing to the edge
ASRock Industrial is excited to release the iEP-7020E Series Industrial IoT Controller enabled by 13th Gen Intel Core Embedded and Industrial Processors (Raptor Lake-P) for optimized performance and scalability. Intel Iris Xe graphics for fast AI and Intel In-Band ECC support, delivering intelligent and reliable control over vital processes at the edge. The iEP-7020E Series […]
SoC motor controllers incorporate 4 x 500 mA outputs
TDK Corporation has expanded its Micronas embedded motor controller portfolio with the first members of the new HVC 5x family of programmable system-on-chip (SOC) motor controllers for driving small stepper, brushed (BDC) and brushless (BLDC) motors in automotive and industrial applications. The new HVC 5x family represents an application-specific evolution of the popular HVC 4x […]
Automotive AI domain controllers target L2+ to L4 autonomous vehicles
Ambarella, Inc. announced at CES the introduction of the CV3-AD685, the first production version of the CV3 family of automotive AI domain controllers, targeting L2+ to L4 autonomous vehicles. Its next-generation CVflow AI engine includes neural network processing that is 20x faster than the previous generation of CV2 SoCs, along with additional general vector processing […]
Controllers enable multi-mode sensing and HMI control for automotive apps
UltraSense Systems announced In-Plane sensing automotive technology, the ability to enable multi-mode sensing and HMI control in the plane of the SmartSurface (or A-Surface), drastically reducing the size, and weight, enabling modern designs and offering highly configurable optionality, that reduces part numbers and build complexity. This translates to advantages in sustainability and recyclability, increases driving […]
