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DSPs mark the third credible silicon choice for deep learning products, especially the embedded systems that require…

DSPs mark the third credible silicon choice for deep learning products, especially the embedded systems that require affordable and low-power solutions.

In this article, we will discuss the fact that choice of different window functions involves a trade-off between the main…

In this article, we will discuss the fact that choice of different window functions involves a trade-off between the main lobe width and the peak sidelobe (PSL). To gain more insight, we will calculate the Fourier transform of a triangular window using the Fourier transform of a rectangular window. The connection between these two windows helps us to better understand the aforementioned trade-off.

Here is why FPGAs are making inroads despite the fact that GPUs are a de facto standard for implementing deep learning algorithms.

Here is why FPGAs are making inroads despite the fact that GPUs are a de facto standard for implementing deep learning algorithms.

Logic analysers are a very important tool when working with digital systems as they record the logic levels of multiple…

Logic analysers are a very important tool when working with digital systems as they record the logic levels of multiple points simultaneously over a period of time. But these devices are no longer restricted to professionals and the rich because HobbyComponents has a great USB analyser that sells for only £9!

AMD just revealed Zen, their new architecture design at the core of their new processor lineup. The real question is,…

AMD just revealed Zen, their new architecture design at the core of their new processor lineup. The real question is, will this CPU be able to compete against Intel?

Here is a brief profile of deep learning technology and how GPUs are scoring early victories in this space.

Here is a brief profile of deep learning technology and how GPUs are scoring early victories in this space.

This article presents some basic cap-sense circuit configurations and discusses how to deal with low- and high-frequency noise.

This article presents some basic cap-sense circuit configurations and discusses how to deal with low- and high-frequency noise.

If you're not familiar with the open source hardware community, this is a good place to get started.

If you're not familiar with the open source hardware community, this is a good place to get started.

The PICAXE 40X2 features 32 I/O ports and speeds up to 64MHz; a development platform simplifies project design using this…

The PICAXE 40X2 features 32 I/O ports and speeds up to 64MHz; a development platform simplifies project design using this workhorse.

Want to see what's inside a GPS unit?

Want to see what's inside a GPS unit?

A smoother transition band and ripples in the passband are the most important differences between the ideal filters and…

A smoother transition band and ripples in the passband are the most important differences between the ideal filters and those designed by window method. This article tries to provide a deeper insight into how truncation leads to these features.

Counterfeit parts are becoming more of a problem every day and it won't be long before serious harm is caused as a…

Counterfeit parts are becoming more of a problem every day and it won't be long before serious harm is caused as a result. It is up to us design engineers to prevent such incidents by arming ourselves with the knowledge to spot counterfeit parts.

In this article, we will look at the characteristics of junction diodes and learn how to analyze circuits containing…

In this article, we will look at the characteristics of junction diodes and learn how to analyze circuits containing diodes that operate in the forward, reverse, and breakdown biases.

Internal or external? Quartz or ceramic? Crystal oscillator or silicon oscillator? So many clocking options . . . which…

Internal or external? Quartz or ceramic? Crystal oscillator or silicon oscillator? So many clocking options . . . which one is right for your design?

Researchers have developed a new medical robot made from programmable matter. And pig intestines.

Researchers have developed a new medical robot made from programmable matter. And pig intestines.

In this article, we'll review the basic concepts in digital filter design. We'll also briefly discuss the advantages of…

In this article, we'll review the basic concepts in digital filter design. We'll also briefly discuss the advantages of FIR filters over IIR designs, e.g. stability and linear-phase response. Finally, we'll go over an introduction to designing FIR filters via the window method.

Using Finite State Machines (FSM) is a common industrial practice in coding but their use extends beyond everyday…

Using Finite State Machines (FSM) is a common industrial practice in coding but their use extends beyond everyday software. They can easily be used in projects, help prevent bugs, stop infinite loops hogging the processor, and ease debugging.

Part Three in this three-article series shows you how to generate values for a discrete sinusoid and continuously convert…

Part Three in this three-article series shows you how to generate values for a discrete sinusoid and continuously convert this data into an analog signal without overburdening the CPU.

Intel Xeon D processors will now contain FPGAs, which directly combats the upcoming ARM-based server-grade processors.

Intel Xeon D processors will now contain FPGAs, which directly combats the upcoming ARM-based server-grade processors.