Winbond Electronics Corporation, a leading global supplier of semiconductor memory solutions, today announced the W25Q64NE, a 1.2V SpiFlash NOR Flash IC in a 64Mb density which offers the large code storage capacity and active mode power savings needed by the latest generation of smart wearable and mobile devices. Winbond was the first Flash memory manufacturer […]
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BLE modules address price-sensitive applications
With the new Proteus-e radio module, Würth Elektronik is continuing its successful Proteus Bluetooth Low Energy series. The focus of the Proteus-e is on basic Bluetooth functionality in order to address price-sensitive applications. The radio module is based on the Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 standard and includes certificates of conformity for CE, FCC, IC and […]
Compiler/debugger supports 64-bit RISC-V cores
IAR Systems proudly presented support for 64-bit RISC-V cores in the professional development toolchain IAR Embedded Workbench for RISC-V. With this extended core support, IAR Systems continues to be at the forefront of providing professional development solutions for RISC-V. IAR Embedded Workbench for RISC-V is a complete C/C++ compiler and debugger toolchain with everything embedded […]
Reaction wheels ensure satellites maintain the right attitude: Part 2
Electrically driven reaction wheels use conservation of angular momentum to keep a satellite pointed in the right direction, eliminating the need for fuel-powered and limited thrusters. Part 1 was an introduction to reaction wheel basics. This part continues the investigation into their performance and construction. Physics and analysis Although the basic principle of reaction wheels […]
PCIe 6.0 controller for advanced AI/ML, storage, and networking
Rambus has announced the availability of its PCI Express (PCIe) 6.0 Controller. The PCIe specification is the interconnect of choice across a broad landscape of data-intensive markets including data center, AI/ML, HPC, automotive, IoT, defense and aerospace. Optimized for power, area and latency, the Rambus PCIe 6.0 controller delivers data rates up to 64 Gigatransfers per […]
Flash programmers come in customized options
SEGGER’s service prgrammer Flasher Portable PLUS is now fully customizable, enabling corporations to supply their service technicians with a branded tool. The user-friendly device is battery-powered and can store multiple programming images. Customization options include injection molding using company colors, fascia branding with corporate logos and corporate slogans, and other corporate design elements. SEGGER also […]
MIPI A-PHY v1.0 spec is now part of IEEE standard
The MIPI Alliance announced the adoption of the MIPI A-PHY v1.0 specification as an IEEE standard. Published as IEEE 2977-2021, IEEE Standard for Adoption of MIPI Alliance Specification for A-PHY Interface (A-PHY) Version 1.0, A-PHY is the first asymmetric, industry-standard, long-reach, serializer-deserializer (SerDes) physical layer interface for automotive applications. The process was initiated in October 2020 […]
Tiny LoRaWAN modem module excels at low current consumption
Murata announced the expansion of its Type 1SJ product line with the addition of a new LoRaWAN modem solution. The AT-command controlled modem module version measures only 10.0 mm x 8.0 mm x 1.6 mm, making it the smallest available in the world today. Operating from a single supply rail up to 3.9V DC, the […]
New eBook from Mouser examines AI in humanitarian applications
Mouser Electronics Inc. released Artificial Intelligence: Improving Harvests and the Human Experience, the third eBook from The Intelligent Revolution series. The new eBook examines fascinating new uses for artificial intelligence (AI) in farming and other specialized applications targeting the human experience. Mouser’s AI-focused eBook series is part of the company’s award-winning Empowering Innovation Together program. […]
Ultra-small crystal oscillators boast exceptionally low phase noise
The QTCC578 Series of ultra-miniature crystal oscillators are designed to meet the demand in high-performance, low-voltage applications with an exceptional phase noise floor of -155 dBc/Hz. The QTCC578 oscillators are offered with supply voltages of 3.3 Vdc and 2.5 Vdc. They are built using a miniature strip AT quartz crystal in a low-profile ceramic (5x7x1.5 […]