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Pulsiv Aims to ‘Revolutionize’ Fast Charging With USB-C Reference Design

Pulsiv Aims to ‘Revolutionize’ Fast Charging With USB-C Reference Design

The new reference design marries a valuable combination of power efficiency and size.


News Aug 19, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Introduction to Switching-Mode Power Amplifiers: Class D Operation

Introduction to Switching-Mode Power Amplifiers: Class D Operation

In this article, we'll learn the basics of switching-mode RF amplifiers in general and Class D amplifiers in particular.


Microchip Debuts a Trio of EV Charger Reference Designs

Microchip Debuts a Trio of EV Charger Reference Designs

Whether in-home or in a dense commercial network, Microchip’s EV charger designs give designers access to new features straight out of the box.


News Aug 16, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Go Big or Go Home: Efinix Targets Mass Market With New FPGA Family

Go Big or Go Home: Efinix Targets Mass Market With New FPGA Family

The Topaz FPGA line builds on the company’s Titanium FPGA portfolio with high-performance, cost-effective chips for mainstream applications.


News Aug 15, 2024 by Duane Benson
Infineon Adds 8 Bluetooth MCUs for Industrial, Consumer, and Automotive

Infineon Adds 8 Bluetooth MCUs for Industrial, Consumer, and Automotive

The new variants in Infineon's BLE 5.4 MCU family feature both SoC and module configurations.


News Aug 15, 2024 by Mike Falter
Data Center Processor From SiFive Does the AI Heavy Lifting

Data Center Processor From SiFive Does the AI Heavy Lifting

Announced today, the new RISC-V processor is SiFive's first foray into mainstream data center and infrastructure use cases.


News Aug 14, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Understanding the Limitations of the Class C Power Amplifier

Understanding the Limitations of the Class C Power Amplifier

In this article, we explore the drawbacks of Class C operation through a performance comparison with Class A and Class B amplifiers.


Nexperia, Toshiba, and Navitas Expand MOSFET Product Lineups

Nexperia, Toshiba, and Navitas Expand MOSFET Product Lineups

With an eye on efficiency, thermal resistance, and size, major power players have added new MOSFETs to their portfolios.


News Aug 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Akeana Exits Stealth With Low- to High-End RISC-V Alternatives to Arm

Akeana Exits Stealth With Low- to High-End RISC-V Alternatives to Arm

Today, the startup announced a breadth of customizable RISC-V-based processor IP solutions backed by $100 million in funding.


News Aug 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Raspberry Pi Releases Its Second Microcontroller

Raspberry Pi Releases Its Second Microcontroller

Raspberry Pi has unveiled the second generation of its in-house microcontroller along with a new $5 Raspberry Pi Pico 2 board.


News Aug 12, 2024 by Duane Benson
STMicroelectronics STM32U0 Ultra Low Power MCUs | Featured Product Spotlight

STMicroelectronics STM32U0 Ultra Low Power MCUs | Featured Product Spotlight

STMicroelectronics STM32U0 Ultra Low Power MCUs are designed for cost-sensitive, battery-powered applications. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Amphenol Aorora 0.30mm Pitch FPC Right Angle ZIF Flex Connectors | New Product Brief

Amphenol Aorora 0.30mm Pitch FPC Right Angle ZIF Flex Connectors | New Product Brief

Amphenol Aorora 0.30mm Pitch FPC Right Angle ZIF Flex Connectors are designed for reliable and durable performance in various electronic applications. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Toshiba TPD4163F/TPD4164F DC Motor Drivers and Controllers | New Product Brief

Toshiba TPD4163F/TPD4164F DC Motor Drivers and Controllers | New Product Brief

Toshiba TPD4163F/TPD4164F DC Motor Drivers and Controllers are high-voltage power ICs designed for efficient PWM control, utilizing a robust SOI process. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Phoenix Contact M12 Push-Pull Cable Assemblies offer a groundbreaking, tool-free plugging system that reduces installation time by up to 80%. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Amphenol FCI BarKlip® BK150 & BK500 Power Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Amphenol FCI BarKlip® BK150 & BK500 Power Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Amphenol FCI BarKlip® BK150 & BK500 Power Cable Assemblies are designed for optimal performance in OCP 48V power distribution systems within data centers. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Intel Makes Its Debut Into Automotive Discrete GPUs

Intel Makes Its Debut Into Automotive Discrete GPUs

Automakers can now choose an Intel SDV SoC and later add a discrete GPU to handle larger compute workloads.


News Aug 12, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Understanding Haptic Technology and the Use of Piezoelectric Actuators

Understanding Haptic Technology and the Use of Piezoelectric Actuators

Haptic feedback systems using piezo-based actuators are important for a variety of applications, especially automotive. Learn the challenges and the solutions to be considered for this technology.


A Look Back at 50 Years With the UPC Barcode

A Look Back at 50 Years With the UPC Barcode

The humble universal product code has passed the 50-year mark as a key tool in the retail sales industry.


News Aug 09, 2024 by Duane Benson
Memory Leaders Rise to Meet the Storage Challenges of AI

Memory Leaders Rise to Meet the Storage Challenges of AI

At this year's Future of Memory and Storage show, Microchip, Micron, and Samsung presented new memory solutions in the age of AI—from SSD controllers to LPDDR5X DRAM.


News Aug 08, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Rohm Announces the ‘Industry’s Smallest’ CMOS Op Amp

Rohm Announces the ‘Industry’s Smallest’ CMOS Op Amp

Rohm designed the new 0.88 mm x 0.58 mm rail-to-rail op amp for devices where space is at a premium, such as smartphones and IoT devices.


News Aug 08, 2024 by Duane Benson