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How to Build an Analog Sensor and Analog Output Using Microchip’s RN487x Bluetooth Module

Learn how to hook up an analog input (potentiometer) and output (LED) using a Microchip BLE module.

13 hours ago by Aaron Hanson

Omron W7ED Touch Sensor | Tech Specs

This episode of Tech Specs is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.

17 hours ago by TTI, Inc

Reader Question: What Is the Most Difficult Specialty Within Electrical Engineering?

There are some disciplines that many call "black magic"—but which is the most difficult field an EE can pursue?

one day ago by Kate Smith

A Case for Renewables with Solar Photovoltaics: A Power Engineer’s Perspective

Why should we consider solar in design? Here's an argument put together by a power engineer.

3 days ago by Lorenzo Mari

X-FABs Adds NVM to Its 180nm BCD-on-SOI Platform

Robust NVM (non-volatile memory) can now more easily co-exist with power functions on the same chip.

3 days ago by Gary Elinoff

Introduction to the Advanced Extensible Interface (AXI)

This article will introduce the Advanced Extensible Interface (AXI), an extension of AMBA.

4 days ago by Stephen St. Michael

Omron E2E Next Series Proximity Sensors | Tech Specs

The sensors deliver up to 4 times the sensing distance of a standard M12 sensor.

4 days ago by TTI, Inc

STMicroelectronics Unveils New Series of Secure Payment SoCs

ST's new secure payment SoCs aim to increase contactless performance and protection while reducing power demand.

4 days ago by Gary Elinoff

u-blox Expands Its Bluetooth Portfolio with Three New BLE Modules

New members of the BMD product series encompass both indoor and long-range Bluetooth solutions.

5 days ago by Gary Elinoff

How to Select the Right Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitor

Learn the characteristics of aluminum electrolytic capacitors and tips on how to properly select one for use in electrical designs.

6 days ago by Norton Brissac, TDK Electronics

KOA Speer RN73x Thin Film | Tech Specs

These resistors can tolerate the heat and humidity from a variety of applications.

6 days ago by TTI, Inc

ST and Mikroe Collaborate on “Click Boards” for STSPIN Motor Driver ICs in Embedded Systems

The Click boards extend the reach of ST's STSPIN motor driver ICs into the Mikroe ecosystem.

one week ago by Gary Elinoff

How to Build a Digital Input and Digital Control Using Microchip’s RN487x Bluetooth Module

Learn how to use a Microchip module to prototype digital input and digital control peripherals.

one week ago by Aaron Hanson

Sensors and Controls with the RN487x Bluetooth Module from Microchip

Learn about the RN487x family of Bluetooth modules and how to configure them for your low-power peripheral projects.

one week ago by Aaron Hanson

BehrTech and MAJiK Systems Devise a Brownfield, IIoT Solution for Legacy PLCs

Legacy systems can now reap the benefits of the Industrial Internet of Things without PLC reprogramming.

one week ago by Gary Elinoff

ROHM’s New Family of 4-Pin Trench-Gate SiC MOSFETs Aims to Reduce Switching Losses

The SCT3xxx xR series, available in 650V and 1200V VDS versions, can reduce switching losses by up to 35%.

one week ago by Gary Elinoff

The Relationship Between Rise Time and Bandwidth in Digital Signals

In this article, we’ll look at the relationship between the rise/fall time of a digital signal and its bandwidth.

one week ago by Steve Arar

IoT Roundup: New Wireless Protocols Extend Coverage and Memory

As smart technology grows, developers are looking for more flexible network protocols. Here are some ways companies are combining, developing, or expanding protocols to broaden IoT applications.

one week ago by Hannah DeTavis

CDE ULP Aluminum Electrolytic Capacitors | Tech Specs

These capacitors use up to 70% less board space.

one week ago by TTI, Inc

What Is Brown Out Reset in Microcontrollers? How to Prevent False Power-Downs

Brown Out Reset is an important function to increase reliability of a microcontroller after start-up. Normally used to solve problems with the power supply, this article shows how Brown Out Reset can prevent another problem.

one week ago by Stephen Colley