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Certifications and Collabs: Chipmakers Advance the Automotive Market

Certifications and Collabs: Chipmakers Advance the Automotive Market

NXP, Infineon, MediaTek, and Onsemi are joining hands with automotive OEMs to target systems ranging from digital cockpits to traction inverters.


News Jul 25, 2024 by Jake Hertz
The Wireless Alphabet Flasher: A Radio Shack Classics Circuit Remix

The Wireless Alphabet Flasher: A Radio Shack Classics Circuit Remix

In this project, we mix the old and the new by integrating present-day BLE technology with a vintage Science Fair computer kit.


Projects Jul 21, 2024 by Don Wilcher
Makers and Learners Rejoice! Arduino Debuts Plug and Make Kit

Makers and Learners Rejoice! Arduino Debuts Plug and Make Kit

In an effort to reduce the burden of wiring for learning and rapid prototyping, today Arduino has revealed a new system of plug-and-play components leveraging the new UNO R4 with Qwiic connectors and Wi-Fi.


Creating a Parallel-Load Shift Register in LTspice

Creating a Parallel-Load Shift Register in LTspice

We explore the design and functionality of a digital shift register intended for use in mixed-signal circuit simulations.


Infineon Launches Wireless MCU Supporting Wi-Fi 6/6E, BLE, and Matter

Infineon Launches Wireless MCU Supporting Wi-Fi 6/6E, BLE, and Matter

The new microcontroller adds robust wireless connectivity and offloading to bolster the host processor.


News Jul 01, 2024 by Jake Hertz
NXP Adds to AI Automotive Portfolio With Audio Processing DSP Chips

NXP Adds to AI Automotive Portfolio With Audio Processing DSP Chips

The chip family promises to deliver a significant upgrade to automotive infotainment systems.


News Jun 25, 2024 by Duane Benson
Nuvoton’s New MCU Balances Low Power Consumption and Speed

Nuvoton’s New MCU Balances Low Power Consumption and Speed

While the MCU can run at speeds of up to 72 MHz, its processing architecture and ReRAM technology keep power consumption low.


News Jun 21, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Microchip’s New Plug-and-Play Bluetooth Solutions Lower RF Design Barriers

Microchip’s New Plug-and-Play Bluetooth Solutions Lower RF Design Barriers

Microchip's 12 new Bluetooth Low Energy devices may help designers of all experience levels to incorporate short-range, low-power wireless capabilities into their products.


News Jun 07, 2024 by Mike Falter
From Audio to Automotive, 3 New Processors Push Performance Boundaries

From Audio to Automotive, 3 New Processors Push Performance Boundaries

In this roundup, we spotlight new processors from Analog Devices, Texas Instruments, and WCH that meet embedded computing requirements across industries.


News Jun 03, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Microchip Adds Radiation-Tolerant, 32-bit MCU to Space Portfolio

Microchip Adds Radiation-Tolerant, 32-bit MCU to Space Portfolio

The low-power Arm Cortex M0+ microcontroller provides 8-bit prices with 32-bit performance.


News May 22, 2024 by Duane Benson
DIODES, INC. AP33772 USB Type-C PD Sink Controller | New Product Brief

DIODES, INC. AP33772 USB Type-C PD Sink Controller | New Product Brief

Diodes Incorporated AP33772 USB Type-C™ PD Sink Controller is engineered to meet USB Power Delivery specification revision 3.0 version 1.2. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Arduino Opta® Micro Programmable Logic Controllers | New Product Brief

Arduino Opta® Micro Programmable Logic Controllers | New Product Brief

Arduino Opta® Micro Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) set a new standard in secure, user-friendly automation with Industrial IoT capabilities. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


ADAS-Focused Partnerships and Solutions Blossom

ADAS-Focused Partnerships and Solutions Blossom

In this roundup, we spotlight a few companies that have announced industry partnerships and products targeted at ADAS and the software-defined vehicle.


News May 18, 2024 by Arjun Nijhawan
Power Dissipation of a CMOS Inverter

Power Dissipation of a CMOS Inverter

This article explains dynamic and static power consumption in a CMOS inverter circuit.


Mindgrove Brings First Indigenously-Designed RISC-V MCU to India

Mindgrove Brings First Indigenously-Designed RISC-V MCU to India

The new RISC-V-based SoC is the first microprocessor owned, designed, and marketed entirely from India to the open market.


News May 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
An Explanation of Undervoltage Lockout

An Explanation of Undervoltage Lockout

Learn how undervoltage lockout (UVLO) can protect semiconductor devices and electronic systems from potentially hazardous operation.


Infineon Debuts New MCU for Automotive Battery Management

Infineon Debuts New MCU for Automotive Battery Management

The new MCU is a highly integrated embedded system that monitors and manages automotive 12 V, lead-acid batteries.


News May 07, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Microchip’s New 32-bit MCUs Include Built-In Hardware Security Module

Microchip’s New 32-bit MCUs Include Built-In Hardware Security Module

New IoT security legislation is coming down the pipe. Microchip has released a mixed-range family of MCUs that keep data security and functional safety at the forefront.


News May 02, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Innovation Shined at Embedded World 2024

Innovation Shined at Embedded World 2024

Enjoy this taste of the rich collection of technology news from last week’s Embedded World trade show in Nuremberg, Germany.


News Apr 20, 2024 by Jeff Child
Microchip Eases USB Integration With New 8-bit MCU Family

Microchip Eases USB Integration With New 8-bit MCU Family

Microchip made an important addition to its family of USB MCUs with the new security-conscious AVR DU family.


News Apr 17, 2024 by Duane Benson