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Implementing LoRa-based Solutions for Smart Metering

Implementing LoRa-based Solutions for Smart Metering

This article explores the use of LoRa devices for long-range, low power smart metering of utilities, which allows for remote daily operations and the collection of data.


NXP Makes Way for Software-upgradable Cars with New Vehicle Network Processor

NXP Makes Way for Software-upgradable Cars with New Vehicle Network Processor

NXP designed S32G, a vehicle network processor, to reduce software complexity and enhance data security.


News Jan 07, 2020 by Gary Elinoff
PRO DESIGN Extends Family of FPGA-based Prototyping Modules

PRO DESIGN Extends Family of FPGA-based Prototyping Modules

The XCVU13P module incorporates 52 multi-gigabit transceivers for stable performance up to 32.75Gbps.


News Dec 26, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
How to Train a Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network

How to Train a Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network

We can greatly enhance the performance of a Perceptron by adding a layer of hidden nodes, but those hidden nodes also make training a bit more complicated.


The Sigmoid Activation Function: Activation in Multilayer Perceptron Neural Networks

The Sigmoid Activation Function: Activation in Multilayer Perceptron Neural Networks

In this article, we’ll see why we need a new activation function for a neural network that is trained via gradient descent.


Amazon, Google, Apple, and the Zigbee Alliance Create Open Standard for Smart Home Devices

Amazon, Google, Apple, and the Zigbee Alliance Create Open Standard for Smart Home Devices

With an emphasis on security, the working group is creating a royalty-free connectivity standard among smart home products.


News Dec 23, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Understanding Learning Rate in Neural Networks

Understanding Learning Rate in Neural Networks

This article discusses learning rate, which plays an important role in neural-network training.


3M 100G Direct Attach Copper Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

3M 100G Direct Attach Copper Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


Dialog Semiconductor Licenses Flex Logix’s Embedded FPGA Technology for High-volume ICs

Dialog Semiconductor Licenses Flex Logix’s Embedded FPGA Technology for High-volume ICs

Flex Logix’s eFPGA is a low-power FPGA that can be integrated into SoCs, microcontrollers, and ICs.


News Dec 18, 2019 by Cabe Atwell
Xilinx SP701 Evaluation Kit | New Product Brief

Xilinx SP701 Evaluation Kit | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


Utilizing INICnet for Automotive Networking and Connectivity

Utilizing INICnet for Automotive Networking and Connectivity

In this article, learn about INICnet and how it helps to solve the question of how designers can create a safe and effective connectivity method for vehicles.


TE Discrete Magnetics for Industrial Ethernet | New Product Brief

TE Discrete Magnetics for Industrial Ethernet | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.


Analog Devices 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PHY | Featured Product Spotlight

Analog Devices 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PHY | Featured Product Spotlight

This Featured Product Spotlight is part of a video series exploring the specifications, applications, and market context of new products.


Understanding Simple Neural Network Training

Understanding Simple Neural Network Training

In this article, we’ll review some important aspects of neural-net training, and then we’ll discuss the concept of overtraining.


How to Train a Basic Perceptron Neural Network

How to Train a Basic Perceptron Neural Network

This article presents Python code that allows you to automatically generate weights for a simple neural network.


Renesas Releases ASi-5-Implemented Silicon Transceiver for Industrial Network Equipment

Renesas Releases ASi-5-Implemented Silicon Transceiver for Industrial Network Equipment

Renesas claims that the new ASI4U-V5 ASSP transceiver is the industry's first solution to implement the ASi-5 standard.


News Nov 22, 2019 by Cabe Atwell
Skyworks’ PA Geared to Support 5G Signals With Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth

Skyworks’ PA Geared to Support 5G Signals With Wide Instantaneous Bandwidth

The SKY66318-11 features a wide instantaneous bandwidth for 100MHz systems, which is said to enable higher data rates for 4G LTE and 5G signals.


News Nov 21, 2019 by Lisa Boneta.
Wind River Systems’ Open-source Cloud Platform Designed to Support 5G vRAN at the Edge

Wind River Systems’ Open-source Cloud Platform Designed to Support 5G vRAN at the Edge

The platform supports 5G applications at the edge through a Single Pane of Glass—the automated management of thousands of nodes.


News Nov 19, 2019 by Robin Mitchell
How to Use a Simple Perceptron Neural Network Example to Classify Data

How to Use a Simple Perceptron Neural Network Example to Classify Data

This article demonstrates the basic functionality of a Perceptron neural network and explains the purpose of training.


STMicroelectronics Designs Wireless Support for ST8500 Chipset in Smart Meters

STMicroelectronics Designs Wireless Support for ST8500 Chipset in Smart Meters

The ST8500 PLC chipset allows smart meters to communicate wirelessly through existing power cables or RF waves.


News Nov 14, 2019 by Cabe Atwell