Ambarella, Inc. announced two new joint reference designs that accelerate AIoT device deployment across verticals, building on the companies’ previous joint solution for contactless access systems. By combining the data from Lumentum’s high-performance VCSEL array illuminators and an ON Semiconductor image sensor using Ambarella’s AI SoC, higher levels of accuracy and more intelligent decision-making can be achieved […]
Reference designs
UVC camera reference design kit helps develop embedded apps
THine Solutions, Inc. introduced their new THEIA-CAM family of camera Reference Design Kits. The first Kit in the family is the THSCU101, a 13-megapixel Phase-Detection Auto-Focus (PDAF) USB Video Class (UVC) camera Reference Design Kit. The THSCU101 Kit is based on THine’s THP7312 image signal processor (ISP), Sony’s IMX258 13MP CMOS PDAF image sensor, and […]
FPGA stack handles robotics, smart factory apps with built-In security
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 […]
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 […]
