Why Open-Source Software Is Essential in the Software-Defined Vehicle Era

Why Open-Source Software Is Essential in the Software-Defined Vehicle Era

SDVs demand continuous, upstream-first OSS over closed, patch-laden builds. Renesas backs this with VirtIO virtualization and Sparrow Hawk hardware—OSS as…


Intel 14A Design Ecosystem Gains Support from Major EDA Partners

Intel 14A Design Ecosystem Gains Support from Major EDA Partners

Siemens, Cadence, Synopsys, and Keysight have certified new design tools, reference flows, IP, and simulation support for Intel 14A.


News Aug 13, 2026 by Austin Futrell
Ambiq Rolls Out Two SoC Series Targeting Edge AI Applications

Ambiq Rolls Out Two SoC Series Targeting Edge AI Applications

The six new chips offer a wide range of connectivity and graphics options for wearables, hearables, AR devices, health monitors, industrial sensors, and beyond.


News Aug 12, 2026 by Duane Benson
A 60 W Class-AB Audio Amplifier: A TDA7296-Based Single-Channel Power Amp

A 60 W Class-AB Audio Amplifier: A TDA7296-Based Single-Channel Power Amp

Learn how to construct a robust DMOS-based board featuring mute and standby controls. It easily drives 4 or 8 Ω loads for your next custom stereo or speaker project.


Preserving Battery Life: Waking the FPB-RA0E1 from Low-Power Mode Using a 32-Bit Interval Timer

Preserving Battery Life: Waking the FPB-RA0E1 from Low-Power Mode Using a 32-Bit Interval Timer

This article shows you how to configure Software Standby mode and implement a periodic wake-up routine on the Renesas FPB-RA0E1 Fast Prototyping Board, built…


Melexis Unwraps Code-Free Single Coil Fan Drivers for AI CPU Systems

Melexis Unwraps Code-Free Single Coil Fan Drivers for AI CPU Systems

The new 2.2 A single-coil fan driver boasts code-free configuration, low-noise motor control, and integrated protection for GPU, data center, industrial, and…


News Aug 11, 2026 by Joshua Tidwell
Memorable Memory: 5 Highlights From the Future of Memory & Storage Show

Memorable Memory: 5 Highlights From the Future of Memory & Storage Show

Industry leaders used FMS 2026 to introduce a suite of new memory advancements, from denser QLC NAND to 16,000 MT/s DDR5.


News Aug 11, 2026 by Jake Hertz
Advanced Power, Control, and Connectivity Solutions for Drone Embedded Systems

Advanced Power, Control, and Connectivity Solutions for Drone Embedded Systems

Modern drones are no longer simple radio-controlled aircraft, but compact electromechanical systems that integrate propulsion, power conversion, sensing,…