Lattice Semiconductor Corporation extended its portfolio of comprehensive low-power FPGA-based solution stacks with the introduction of Lattice Automate. The stack includes software tools, industrial IP cores, modular hardware development boards, and software-programmable reference designs and demos that simplify and accelerate the implementation of applications like robotics, scalable multi-channel motor control with predictive maintenance, and real-time […]
Reference designs
Semi-custom SoC design excels at high-performance data processing
The success of so many SoCs rests in their ability to process huge amounts of data or signals efficiently turning raw data into knowledge. The latest addition to Sondrel’s family of IP platforms is a semi-custom SoC design to which a customer’s IP is added to create a bespoke solution for high-performance data processing. Each […]
Optical clock and data recovery IC aimed at 5G, front-haul applications
Semtech Corporation announced sampling of a new solution (GN2255), Semtech’s Tri-Edge CDR to enable emerging 50Gbps PAM4 5G front haul deployments. Based on the proven Tri-Edge CDR platform qualified in data center applications, the new solution delivers the cost-effectiveness, small footprint, low power, ultra-low latency, and performance demanded by 5G front haul applications. The […]
Smart hearable reference design speeds development of voice-initiated, hands-free Alexa built-in devices
QuickLogic Corporation announced it has released an Amazon-qualified reference design that empowers OEMs and ODMs to evaluate and develop their own smart hearable products quickly and easily. This kit integrates the Alexa voice-initiated Close-Talk experience, enabling a broad set of battery-powered applications to communicate directly with Alexa for a multitude of use cases. This is […]
IR lasers produce short pulses for lidar, automation apps
Würth Elektronik launches its own infrared laser for the first time to extend its comprehensive portfolio of infrared emitters. The WL-VCSL Vertical Cavity Surface Emitting Laser scores with its high-quality materials, high efficiency of 35 percent, and almost two Watts of radiant power. Designed to emit short, high-energy pulses, the new IR laser is ideal for […]
STM reference designs in Cadence formats available for free download
Ultra Librarian announced the addition of 25 authorized STMicroelectronics interactive reference designs in Cadence system design formats, now available for download via Ultra Librarian. Reference designs provide engineers with a valuable tool allowing them to see parts in action, which accelerates the design process and brings ideas to life faster. These designs have been built, […]
Reference design provides lane-level positioning accuracy via radar
TDK Corporation announces the partnership of Trusted Positioning Inc. (TPI), a TDK Group Company, and Uhnder. TPI and Uhnder have partnered to develop a localization reference design with world-class accuracy and performance with Uhnder’s software-defined digital radar sensor and TPI’s AUTO positioning software. The combined solution provides lane-level positioning accuracy in urban areas where GNSS […]
Reference platform speeds design of Wi-Fi HaLow devices based on IEEE 802.11ah spec
Palma Ceia SemiDesign announced the availability of the company’s Wi-Fi HaLow Reference Platform, including all necessary hardware and software, for the design of Wi-Fi HaLow devices and systems based on the IEEE 802.11ah specification. Wi-Fi HaLow is the Wi-Fi Alliance’s designation for products based on the IEEE 802.11ah standard for wireless network transmissions commonly referred […]
Reference design speeds MCU-based Alexa-Built-in products
STMicroelectronics has released an Amazon-qualified reference design package for smart connected devices leveraging Alexa Voice Service (AVS) Integration for AWS IoT Core, which can be used to create Alexa Built-in products using simple microcontrollers (MCUs). AVS Integration for AWS IoT Core has the ability to transform the way users interact with smart “things,” bringing cloud-based Alexa experiences to items […]
Camera simultaneously monitors drivers, captures vehicle occupants for one-way videoconferencing
OmniVision Technologies, Inc. announced in advance of AutoSens Detroit the automotive industry’s first complete solution for dual-mode camera applications. This joint solution simultaneously monitors drivers while capturing vehicle occupants for one-way video conferencing. It features OmniVision’s automotive industry-first OV2312 image sensor, with a dual-mode global shutter that captures both RGB color images and IR images under low-light conditions. These […]
