One of the biggest 5G network deployment challenges is synchronizing higher volumes of more densely packed base stations. Another is keeping services operating through Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) lapses due to vulnerabilities such as jamming, spoofing or loss of signal. Microchip Technology Inc., via its Microsemi subsidiary, is solving these and other challenges for […]
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Key factors to consider when choosing a microcontroller
When designing an embedded system with an MCU, which one should you pick? This guide provides you with a quick overview to help you narrow down your choices. A microcontroller (MCU), is the smallest and most basic computer. Running on a single chip, it has a CPU, memories (RAM and ROM), and interfaces (input/output ports) […]
Microcontroller Top Talks in March 2019 on EDABoard.com
Peer-to-peer, engineer-to-engineer questions and answers from the EDABoard.com engineering community around microcontrollers. Click the “Read more” link and follow the entire conversation and maybe add your two cents by logging in to EDAboard.com. Counting pulses from external source PIC16F877a – I am planning to do a very simple LED fading using atmega328p via Atmel Studio. […]
LoRaWAN security design tips: Designing with a stand-alone security chip
With the growth of the Internet of Things, cyber attacks are increasing at an alarming rate (Figure 1). Key provisioning, a process of key generation and device authentication, is a critical part of establishing security. Whoever holds the key will be able to access the payloads, i.e. the valuable data stored in the application server(s). […]
Software development environment handles SAM MCUs
Microchip Technology Inc. announced a unified software framework with the release of MPLAB Harmony version 3.0 (v3), extending support for SAM MCUs for the first time. The powerful development environment is progressively adding support across Microchip’s entire portfolio of 32-bit PIC and SAM MCUs, giving developers more options to meet different end application requirements. The new version […]
Dual, single-core digital signal processors optimized for big-memory apps
System developers designing high-end embedded control applications need flexible options to provide scalability as projects increase in complexity. To meet these needs, Microchip Technology Inc. announced new dual- and single-core dsPIC33C Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) with more options to meet changing application requirements across memory, temperature and functional safety. Microchip’s new dsPIC33CH512MP508 dual-core DSC enables support for […]
Microcontroller Top Talks in February 2019 on EDABoard.com forums
Peer-to-peer, engineer-to-engineer questions and answers from the EDABoard.com engineering community around microcontrollers. Click the “Read more” link and follow the entire conversation and maybe add your two cents by logging in to EDAboard.com. Embedded project needs devices to work continuously +125 degree C – Embedded project needs devices which can work continuously at +125 degree […]
Module combines ultra-low-power MCU with sub-GHz radio for wireless-networked sensor apps
Microchip Technology Inc. today announced the industry’s smallest IEEE 802.15.4-compliant module that combines an ultra-low-power microcontroller (MCU) with a sub-GHz radio, accelerating time to market and providing long-lasting battery life in wireless-networked sensors. At half the size of the next smallest module on the market, the SAM R30 module meets the needs of space-conscious designs such as home […]
PCIe 3.1 Ethernet bridges offer low-power sub-states for power savings
Embedded and automotive platform designers who are seeking Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) 3.1 Low-Power Sub-State (LPSS) L1.1 and L1.2 for power savings now have new options available today from Microchip Technology Inc. The LAN7430 Ethernet bridge provides integrated power, clocks and an Ethernet physical (PHY) interface while the LAN7431 provides Reduced Gigabit Media-Independent Interface (RGMII) […]
Secure provisioning service builds-in security from inception to life of LoRaWAN device
Just as agile software principles are being adapted for hardware development, so secure provisioning IT practices are finding their way into the semiconductor industry — a move accelerated by the necessity of keeping the increasing number and vulnerability of connected IoT devices. While LoRa technology is sweet spot for low-power connectivity, security remains an area for […]
