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Distance Measurement Solution Taps Bluetooth LE Channel Sounding

Distance Measurement Solution Taps Bluetooth LE Channel Sounding

In this news analysis piece, Nthatisi examines Silicon Labs’ High Accuracy Distance Measurement (HADM) solution, which leverages Bluetooth LE's Channel Sounding feature, designed for complex RF environments.


News Feb 09, 2024 by Nthatisi Hlapisi
New U-blox Modules Support Simultaneous Positioning and Communications

New U-blox Modules Support Simultaneous Positioning and Communications

Designers can leverage the newest U-blox modules to simplify cellular and IoT design.


News Feb 08, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Understanding the Inner Workings of Vector Network Analyzers

Understanding the Inner Workings of Vector Network Analyzers

In this article, we explore how the signal source and receivers of a VNA enable its function.


AMD Launches Embedded+ Architecture Blending Ryzen and Versal

AMD Launches Embedded+ Architecture Blending Ryzen and Versal

Unveiled today, the new architecture hopes to facilitate sensor integration, offloaded processing, and faster times to market.


News Feb 06, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Understanding RF Power Measurement Errors in Directional Couplers

Understanding RF Power Measurement Errors in Directional Couplers

Directional couplers are valuable tools for testing RF systems. However, the finite directivity of these devices can cause measurement uncertainty. Learn more in this article.


Energizing the Future: Real-Time Precision in Renewable Energy Management

Energizing the Future: Real-Time Precision in Renewable Energy Management

Texas Instruments’ General Manager of Grid Infrastructure and Power Supply, Henrik Mannesson, joins us on the Moore’s Lobby podcast to discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with real-time energy measurement and management in the age of renewables.


Microchip Prioritizes Customizable Logic in New 8-bit MCUs

Microchip Prioritizes Customizable Logic in New 8-bit MCUs

Outfitted with a configurable logic block module, the new MCUs integrate customizable logic to reduce BOM and improve performance.


News Jan 29, 2024 by Jake Hertz
TE CONNECTIVITY U5601 Wireless Pressure Transducer | New Product Brief

TE CONNECTIVITY U5601 Wireless Pressure Transducer | New Product Brief

TE Connectivity's U5601 Wireless Pressure Transducer, featuring BLE 4.2 communication, offer high-resolution digital output, battery monitoring, and customizable data updates via a mobile app. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Siemens Devises Secure Way to Share IC Thermal Models to E-Supply Chain

Siemens Devises Secure Way to Share IC Thermal Models to E-Supply Chain

IC designers can now securely share thermal models across the supply chain—without compromising critical details about chip architecture.


News Jan 25, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Introduction to the Directional Coupler for RF Applications

Introduction to the Directional Coupler for RF Applications

As part of a vector network analyzer (VNA), a directional coupler enables us to characterize a device’s performance by its S-parameters. Read this article to learn more about this important piece of equipment.


Infineon Rolls Out Magnetic Position Sensor Using TMR Technology

Infineon Rolls Out Magnetic Position Sensor Using TMR Technology

By measuring position with magnetics, the new position sensor frees up system real estate for designers.


News Jan 19, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Introduction to the Class B Power Amplifier

Introduction to the Class B Power Amplifier

How does a Class B power amplifier work? What makes it more efficient than a Class A power amplifier? Learn the answers in this article.


Learn About Load-Pull Systems: Passive and Active Tuners

Learn About Load-Pull Systems: Passive and Active Tuners

In this article, we explore the types of impedance tuners most commonly used for load-pull measurement—their advantages, their disadvantages, and the methods by which they synthesize impedance.


Using the Load-Pull Technique in RF Power Amplifier Design

Using the Load-Pull Technique in RF Power Amplifier Design

The output power and efficiency of a power amplifier (PA) are highly dependent on its load terminations. Learn how to characterize a PA's performance by analyzing load lines and estimating the load-pull contours of constant output power.


Three New Gate Drivers Tailored for Wide-Bandgap Applications

Three New Gate Drivers Tailored for Wide-Bandgap Applications

New gate driver circuits address the challenges of wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors to help these high-power devices harness their potential.


News Jan 04, 2024 by Darshil Patel
Amphenol Positronic EL Low Profile Aluminum Backshells | New Product Brief

Amphenol Positronic EL Low Profile Aluminum Backshells | New Product Brief

Positronic's EL Low Profile Aluminum Backshells, designed for D-Sub connectors like the Mach-D Series, offer robust EMI protection and comply with RoHS standards. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


How To Perform Fault Classification With an AI-Based Vibration Sensor Node

How To Perform Fault Classification With an AI-Based Vibration Sensor Node

Learn how to use edge AI technology to do predictive maintenance, leveraging machine learning, vibration sensors, and wireless connectivity.


Quantum Technology Takes on the Task of Electrical Die Sorting

Quantum Technology Takes on the Task of Electrical Die Sorting

Rohm has teamed up with Quanmatics to deploy quantum technology in a large-scale semiconductor manufacturing facility for the first time.


News Dec 20, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Renesas Targets Graphics and Multimodal AI With Second-Gen RA8 MCUs

Renesas Targets Graphics and Multimodal AI With Second-Gen RA8 MCUs

Based on the Arm Cortex-M85 processor, Renesas' RA8D1 provides high-performance graphics and security for consumer, medical, and industrial applications.


News Dec 18, 2023 by Arjun Nijhawan
New Microchip MCU Family Tackles System Noise, Vibration, and Harshness

New Microchip MCU Family Tackles System Noise, Vibration, and Harshness

Microchip’s newest MCUs include advanced timer/counter modules to streamline motor control, predictive maintenance, home automation, and more.


News Dec 14, 2023 by Aaron Carman