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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
Across Two Embedded World Halls, NeoCortec Demos Sensor-to-Cloud Network

Across Two Embedded World Halls, NeoCortec Demos Sensor-to-Cloud Network

NeoCortec extended its exhibition outside of its Embedded World booth by installing wireless mesh network nodes across two halls.


News Apr 18, 2024 by Duane Benson
ST Introduces Minuscule NFC Reader for Embedded Contactless Interaction

ST Introduces Minuscule NFC Reader for Embedded Contactless Interaction

At Embedded World 2024, STMicroelectronics showed off a 4 mm x 4 mm NFC reader that balances performance, cost, and power consumption.


News Apr 17, 2024 by Duane Benson
Analyzing and Improving the Ruthroff Transformer

Analyzing and Improving the Ruthroff Transformer

We analyze a Ruthroff 1:4 transformer's performance at high frequencies, then learn how to improve its bandwidth using equal-delay networks and how to redesign the circuit for higher impedance transformation ratios.


Taoglas PCS.55.A Small OTS LTE Antenna | New Product Brief

Taoglas PCS.55.A Small OTS LTE Antenna | New Product Brief

Taoglas PCS.55.A Small OTS LTE Antenna offers a compact and high-performance solution for IoT connectivity. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


At Silicon Labs, Wireless IoT is Only The First Step in Rethinking Product Design

At Silicon Labs, Wireless IoT is Only The First Step in Rethinking Product Design

Daniel Cooley, CTO and SVP of Technology and Product Development, has spent nearly 20 years at Silicon Labs. He discusses today’s cutting-edge wireless and IoT technologies and where he thinks they are heading over the next 50 years.


A Brief Introduction to Ruthroff Transmission Line Transformers

A Brief Introduction to Ruthroff Transmission Line Transformers

Learn how these classic RF transformers achieve broadband impedance transformation.


All About Circuits Looks Ahead at Embedded World 2024

All About Circuits Looks Ahead at Embedded World 2024

Check out the technologies and products these leading companies plan to showcase at next week's Embedded World trade show in Nuremberg, Germany.


News Apr 03, 2024 by Jeff Child
How to Analyze Transmission Line Transformers: The Easy Way and the Hard Way

How to Analyze Transmission Line Transformers: The Easy Way and the Hard Way

In this article, we explore two different methods for analyzing the impedance transformation ratio of a transmission line transformer.


Microchip Shows Off Qi 2.0 Wireless Power Transmitter Reference Design

Microchip Shows Off Qi 2.0 Wireless Power Transmitter Reference Design

With Microchip’s newest dual-pad reference design, designers can start developing with the Qi 2.0 standard.


News Mar 27, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Understanding RF Calibration Using Short, Open, Load, and Through Terminations

Understanding RF Calibration Using Short, Open, Load, and Through Terminations

In this article, we conclude our discussion of VNAs by walking through the steps of a SOLT calibration and examining the potential non-idealities of its reference standards.


Researchers Develop Compact Chips That Convert Light Into Microwaves

Researchers Develop Compact Chips That Convert Light Into Microwaves

Leveraging the higher quality of optical electronics, researchers have created a low-noise microwave oscillator using photonics.


News Mar 21, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Arctic Semiconductor Introduces Novel Low-Power, All-in-One Transceiver

Arctic Semiconductor Introduces Novel Low-Power, All-in-One Transceiver

Announced today, SilverWings is the first all-in-one 5G 4x4 MIMO transceiver of its kind, designed for radios, satcom, wireless equipment, instrumentation, and beyond.


News Mar 19, 2024 by Duane Benson
Nordic, MediaTek, and U-blox Take on New Wireless Frontiers

Nordic, MediaTek, and U-blox Take on New Wireless Frontiers

In this roundup, we highlight three new solutions that target wireless connectivity—be it cellular IoT, 5G, or Wi-Fi 6—from the ground up.


News Mar 11, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Understanding the 12-Term Error Model and SOLT Calibration Method for VNA Measurements

Understanding the 12-Term Error Model and SOLT Calibration Method for VNA Measurements

The 12-term error model is a simple, effective way of modeling systematic errors in vector network analyzer (VNA) measurements. Learn about this model and an associated error correction technique in this article.


Understanding the Limits of VNA Calibration

Understanding the Limits of VNA Calibration

In this article, we compare the scope of factory and user calibration for vector network analyzers (VNAs). We then learn about the types of errors that calibration techniques can't correct.


Synopsys Supports AI-Bogged Data Centers With First 1.6T Ethernet IP

Synopsys Supports AI-Bogged Data Centers With First 1.6T Ethernet IP

Ahead of the IEEE 1.6 TbE standard, Synopsys has developed a complete 1.6 T solution that includes multi-rate, multi-channel 1.6 T Ethernet MAC and PCS controllers, 224-G Ethernet PHY IP, and verification IP.


News Mar 05, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Laird Connectivity Sera NX040 modules for Ultra-Wide Band and Bluetooth® LE | New Product Brief

Laird Connectivity Sera NX040 modules for Ultra-Wide Band and Bluetooth® LE | New Product Brief

Laird Connectivity Sera NX040 modules seamlessly integrate Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) and Bluetooth® LE technologies, offering robust and low-power performance. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Building a Handheld Retro Gaming Console With Local Wireless Connectivity

Building a Handheld Retro Gaming Console With Local Wireless Connectivity

In this project article, we design a handheld gaming console with wireless multiplayer functionality using ESP8266 microcontrollers. We then program a game for it with the Arduino IDE.


MWC 2024: Three New 5G Devices Boost Networking Performance

MWC 2024: Three New 5G Devices Boost Networking Performance

From ready-made routers to AI-enhanced modems, the latest 5G hardware showcased at MWC 2024 continues to improve the state-of-the-art.


News Feb 29, 2024 by Aaron Carman