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Introduction to the RISC-V Instruction Set CKB-VM and its Requirements

Introduction to the RISC-V Instruction Set CKB-VM and its Requirements

The Nervos CKB-Virtual Machine (CKB-VM) is a RISC-V instruction set based VM for executing smart contracts on Nervos CKB, written in Rust.


e-peas Announces PMIC for Energy Harvesting from Thermoelectric Generators

e-peas Announces PMIC for Energy Harvesting from Thermoelectric Generators

e-peas releases the AEM20940 PMIC, which enables energy harvesting from thermoelectric generators.


News Mar 04, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Using Verilog to Describe a Sequential Circuit

Using Verilog to Describe a Sequential Circuit

This article focuses on using Verilog to describe synchronous sequential circuits.


Applications and Limitations of the Current-Feedback Amplifier: Dual CFAs and Composite Amplifiers

Applications and Limitations of the Current-Feedback Amplifier: Dual CFAs and Composite Amplifiers

In this article, we continue our study of the current-feedback amplifier. We’ll also look at a composite amplifier that combines the benefits of the voltage-feedback topology and the current-feedback topology.


The End of the Crystal? TI Introduces Two New Products Using Breakthrough BAW Resonator Technology

The End of the Crystal? TI Introduces Two New Products Using Breakthrough BAW Resonator Technology

TI is introducing the industry's first wireless, crystal-less MCU as well as a BAW-based network synchronizer capable of 400-Gbps.


News Feb 28, 2019 by Baker Lawley
New RGB LED Controller from TI Aims to Simplify Firmware Design

New RGB LED Controller from TI Aims to Simplify Firmware Design

The LP5030 is intended to improve and simplify LED-based user interfaces in routers, handheld devices, and many other consumer-electronics applications.


News Feb 27, 2019 by Robert Keim
Microchip MPLAB PicKit Circuit Debugger Programmer | Digital Datasheet

Microchip MPLAB PicKit Circuit Debugger Programmer | Digital Datasheet

Microchip’s MPLAB® PICkit™ 4 In-Circuit Debugger/Programmer allows fast and easy debugging and programming of PIC®, AVR and SAM Microcontrollers, and dsPIC® Digital Signal Controllers using the MPLAB X IDE.


A Look at CUI’s New Compact AC-to-DC Power Supplies for Industrial and Consumer Applications

A Look at CUI’s New Compact AC-to-DC Power Supplies for Industrial and Consumer Applications

CUI has added 3 W and 5 W modules to an existing family of user-friendly AC/DC converters.


News Feb 20, 2019 by Robert Keim
Characteristics of Current-Feedback Op-Amps: Benefits of CFA Design vs. VFAs

Characteristics of Current-Feedback Op-Amps: Benefits of CFA Design vs. VFAs

In this article, we’ll take a more detailed look at the functionality and characteristics of current-feedback amplifiers.


Arm Cortex-M Processors Get a Boost towards Machine Learning, DSP in the Age of IoT Edge Computing

Arm Cortex-M Processors Get a Boost towards Machine Learning, DSP in the Age of IoT Edge Computing

Can IoT devices handle edge processing for machine learning and DSP? Arm's newly-announced Helium vector extension for Cortex-M processors aims to facilitate more complex development on the edge.


News Feb 14, 2019 by Baker Lawley
STMicroelectronics Releases New Accelerometer and Gyroscope SiP IC with Built-In Machine Learning

STMicroelectronics Releases New Accelerometer and Gyroscope SiP IC with Built-In Machine Learning

ST has just released their latest sensor IC, the LSM6DSOX, which provides sensor data on acceleration and orientation. In addition, it can also process this data via machine learning without any external microcontroller input.


News Feb 13, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
ROHM Semiconductor BH1792GLC Optical Sensor IC | New Product Brief

ROHM Semiconductor BH1792GLC Optical Sensor IC | New Product Brief

ROHM Semiconductor BH1792GLC Optical Sensor IC is an integrated heart rate monitor IC for wearables and other portable devices.


ROHM, Omron, Maxim: A Look at the Biometric-Monitoring Wearables Made by Component Manufacturers

ROHM, Omron, Maxim: A Look at the Biometric-Monitoring Wearables Made by Component Manufacturers

The wearables market is by many measures still in its infancy, but many manufacturers continue to push wearable products into the market. How are component manufacturers involved in the wearable market and what are they currently producing?


News Feb 07, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
New C&K Switches Address Subtleties in Game Controller Design

New C&K Switches Address Subtleties in Game Controller Design

Here's a look at what makes for good gaming hardware, and a profile of C&K's latest tactile switches for gaming environments.


News Feb 06, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
How to Drive Large Capacitive Loads with an Op-Amp Circuit

How to Drive Large Capacitive Loads with an Op-Amp Circuit

Learn more about capacitive load compensation.


The Semiconductor of Automotive Power Design: Who’s Offering SiC Components in 2019?

The Semiconductor of Automotive Power Design: Who’s Offering SiC Components in 2019?

A brief overview of silicon carbide AKA SiC, which may replace silicon in power electronics altogether.


News Feb 03, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
Bel Fuse Circuit Protection 0AD Series Family of Fuses

Bel Fuse Circuit Protection 0AD Series Family of Fuses

The Bel Fuse 0AD family of fuses are small fuses with very high AC and DC voltage ratings and interrupting ratings. The fuses leverage advanced materials and processing to shrink the fuse size without sacrificing electrical performance or physical integrity.


X-FAB Releases New Automotive-Qualified, High-Temperature Galvanic Isolation Semiconductor Process

X-FAB Releases New Automotive-Qualified, High-Temperature Galvanic Isolation Semiconductor Process

This week, X-FAB Silicon Foundries SE released news that it was going into production with a new galvanic isolation semiconductor process for manufacturing.


News Feb 01, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Microchip Technology SAM R34 LoRa Sub-GHz System-in-Package Family  | Featured Product Spotlight

Microchip Technology SAM R34 LoRa Sub-GHz System-in-Package Family | Featured Product Spotlight

Microchip Technology’s SAM R34 LoRa Sub-GHz System-in-Package family integrates an Arm® Cortex®-M0+ MCU, LoRa transceiver and software stack to reduce time to market for IoT designs.


Use Verilog to Describe a Combinational Circuit: The “If” and “Case” Statements

Use Verilog to Describe a Combinational Circuit: The “If” and “Case” Statements

This article explains the use of Verilog “If” and “Case” statements to describe a combinational circuit.