Xilinx, Inc. (NASDAQ:XLNX) has announced the 2016.1 release of the Vivado Design Suite HLx Editions, with extensions to the SmartConnect technology, delivering unprecedented levels of performance for the UltraScale and UltraScale+ device portfolios. In the 2016.1 release, Vivado Design Suite includes extensions to the SmartConnect technology, solving the system interconnect bottlenecks on high density, multi-million […]
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Sensor Interface Analog Front End Simplifies Sensor Conditioning
Exar Corporation a supplier of analog mixed-signal products serving the industrial, high-end consumer and infrastructure markets, has announced the XR18910, the latest addition to its family of analog front end sensor interfaces, which integrates high channel count and functionality in a tiny 3.5mm x 3.5mm footprint. The XR18910 provides 14-bit signal path linearity and is […]
Tough MCUs optimized for rechargeable NiMH applications
ROHM Group Company LAPIS Semiconductor has announced the development of the ML620130 family of 16bit low power MCUs, optimized for compact industrial equipment requiring battery drive in noisy environments, featuring superior processing capability with low power consumption. In addition to clearing the ±30kV noise measurement limit, operating voltage has been successfully reduced to 1.6V. Optimizing […]
DeviceNet PCIe NICs include OPC server configuration and diagnostic tools
Molex, LLC expands its line of interface solutions with the introduction of SST™ DN4 DeviceNet* PCIe Network Interface Cards (NICs). Utilizing a single-source manufacturing process for hardware and software, the PCIe NICs deliver outstanding reliability and performance. Applications for SST DN4 DeviceNet PCIe NICs include automotive and semiconductor automation devices and material handling equipment. “The […]
Top microcontroller threads on EDABoard.com – February
Power factor measurement using PIC18f4520 – I have a 10” square fan, with 0.06/0.08Amps, 220/240V, 50Hz, properly working. I want to digitally measure the power factor of the fan, under all possible circumstances (voltage fluctuations, source dampings, etc.). I’ve read about Zero Crossing Detection Method, that enters the analogue quantities of voltage/current consumed by the inductive load […]
3.3-V/5-V 20-Mbps RS-485 Transceiver Family Provides ± 60 V Fault Protection
Exar Corporation introduces a new family of ±60V fault protected RS-485/RS-422 (TIA-485/TIA-422) transceivers able to withstand direct shorts and achieve overvoltage protection with no external components. Designed for improved performance in noisy industrial environments and increased tolerance to system faults, these transceivers simplify design in building automation, HVAC networks, energy metering, process control and other […]
PCAP and 3D-gesture interface modules speed touch/gesture display designs
Microchip Technology Inc. has announced its partnership with Silicon Integrated Systems Corp. (SiS) to provide customers with complete projected-capacitive touch (PCAP) and 3D-gesture interface modules, which will lead to faster development and lower costs. The modules will make it easier to design multi-touch and 3D gesture displays with Microchip’s award-winning GestIC technology, which offers a […]
Router processor based on 64-bit quad-core ARM chip
Broadcom Corporation announced today the industry’s first 64bit quad-core processor for high-end routers. The BCM4908 enables OEMs and service providers to deliver the extra CPU power needed for smart home and Internet of Things applications while unleashing the higher Internet speeds coming into the home. For more CES news, visit Broadcom’s Newsroom. The BCM4908 includes […]
Top microcontroller threads on EDAboard.com – December
Serial communication interrupt flag in PIC18f4520 and mikroC Pro for PIC – I wrote a code to send and receive data serially in an application that will update a 16-segment display. If a string of characters is received, an interrupt will occur for every character received in the string. I thought of taking a variable and increment it […]
What do embedded developers need to know about IoT security?
by Alan Grau Cyber-attacks against IoT devices continue to make headlines, with the Fiat Chrysler Jeep hack just the most recent. By now, most embedded developers understand the need for security, but news reports show that understanding the need is not enough. At a recent trade show I spoke with a number of vendors providing […]
