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Easing the Effort: Mipsology Accelerates ML with Zebra FPGA IP

Easing the Effort: Mipsology Accelerates ML with Zebra FPGA IP

Today, Mipsology is announcing its solution for FPGA programming: Zebra FPGA IP. This IP aims to ease FPGA programming, giving the designer more time to design.


News Jun 09, 2021 by Sam Holland
ON Semiconductor Aims to Cure Range Anxiety with SiC

ON Semiconductor Aims to Cure Range Anxiety with SiC

The development of fast-charging EV stations will rely heavily on the use of wide-bandgap semiconductors, which is what ON Semiconductor is aiming for with its new SiC MOSFETs.


News Jun 08, 2021 by Jake Hertz
Roundup: Tracking Technology is Paving the Way to New Places

Roundup: Tracking Technology is Paving the Way to New Places

A trend that is gaining momentum is asset tracking. From smart fabrics to the ‘island of lost keys,’ the IoT-based asset tracking technologies pave the way for new commercial markets. 


News Jun 07, 2021 by Adrian Gibbons
Mythic Redefines Edge AI by Combining Analog Processing and Flash Memory

Mythic Redefines Edge AI by Combining Analog Processing and Flash Memory

A seemingly unique and fruitful approach, analog processing has been the key to Mythic AI’s success. Its newest processor could be a hopeful contender in the world of edge computing.


News Jun 07, 2021 by Jake Hertz
Beyond Li-ion Batteries: Could These Alternatives Be the Way to Go?

Beyond Li-ion Batteries: Could These Alternatives Be the Way to Go?

The focus on better Li-ion battery technology has been a focus for years, however, what research is currently happening to find potential alternatives?


News Jun 05, 2021 by Ikimi .O
Heinrich Hertz: Building the Foundation for Modern RF Understanding

Heinrich Hertz: Building the Foundation for Modern RF Understanding

Heinrich Hertz is credited for his work with electromagnetic radiation, expanding on the works of others, and having the unit of frequency named after him, but how did he get there?


News Jun 04, 2021 by Tyler Charboneau
Ditching Radar: Tesla Bets on Computer Vision for the Future of ADAS

Ditching Radar: Tesla Bets on Computer Vision for the Future of ADAS

Last week, Tesla announced that it will abandon radar in favor of camera-based vision for the future of its ADS. What are the benefits and drawbacks of such a system?


News Jun 04, 2021 by Jake Hertz
“Smart” Power Lines? ST’s SoC and RF Chipset Get Industry-first Certification

“Smart” Power Lines? ST’s SoC and RF Chipset Get Industry-first Certification

The G3-PLC hybrid standard ensures interoperability and is key to STMicroelectronics delivering competitive market solutions for power line communications.


News Jun 03, 2021 by Adrian Gibbons
AI on Demand: SambaNova Hopes to Bridge the AI Integration Gap

AI on Demand: SambaNova Hopes to Bridge the AI Integration Gap

U.S. start-up SambaNova hopes to bridge the gap that currently exists between businesses and artificial intelligence with its innovative "Dataflow-as-a-Service" platform.


News Jun 03, 2021 by Luke James
NXP is Revving Up ADAS Technology with 16 nm FinFET Processors

NXP is Revving Up ADAS Technology with 16 nm FinFET Processors

Recently, AAC had the chance to sit down with Matthias Feulner and Brian Carlson from NXP to hear about two new automotive processors on 16nm technology.


News Jun 02, 2021 by Jake Hertz
Could Toshiba’s Triple-gate IGBT Lead the Way for a Carbon Neutral Future?

Could Toshiba’s Triple-gate IGBT Lead the Way for a Carbon Neutral Future?

Toshiba’s triple-gate IGBT boasts a 40.5% reduction in switching power loss. Could this be the critical step in carbon neutrality?


News Jun 02, 2021 by Kimber Wymore
Simplifying IoT: Nordic Launches Its “First” PMIC for nRF SoCs

Simplifying IoT: Nordic Launches Its “First” PMIC for nRF SoCs

Nordic Semiconductor has taken its next step towards being a one-stop solution to IoT design by introducing its first PMIC, the nPM1100.


News Jun 01, 2021 by Adrian Gibbons
New Buck/Boost Regulator Focuses on Managing Supercapacitor Backup Power Systems

New Buck/Boost Regulator Focuses on Managing Supercapacitor Backup Power Systems

Today, Maxim Integrated released a new PMIC with supercapacitor backup power supplies in mind.


News Jun 01, 2021 by Kate Smith
Arm’s Total Compute: Diving Into Its New Mali GPUs

Arm’s Total Compute: Diving Into Its New Mali GPUs

Recently, Arm released its Total Compute solutions which included four new GPU offerings. Here is a deeper look into what each one is offering.


News Jun 01, 2021 by Jake Hertz
The Future of Photovoltaics Is Organic: A Conversation with KAUST’s Dr. Thomas Anthopoulos

The Future of Photovoltaics Is Organic: A Conversation with KAUST’s Dr. Thomas Anthopoulos

Meet Dr. Thomas Anthopoulos, Professor of Material Science & Engineering at KAUST Solar Center, who navigates the "materials zoo" to find the best path forward for some of the most promising photovoltaics in the world: organic PVs.


News May 31, 2021 by Ingrid Fadelli
Tipping the E-waste Scale with Biodegradable Electronics

Tipping the E-waste Scale with Biodegradable Electronics

E-waste is a constant environmental concern, especially as it grows more each year. Could focusing on EoL design practices and creating biodegradable components be the solution?


Arm’s Total Compute: Dive Deeper Into Its New CPU Offerings

Arm’s Total Compute: Dive Deeper Into Its New CPU Offerings

Recently, Arm released its Total Compute solutions which included three new CPU offerings. Here is a deeper look into what each one is offering.


News May 28, 2021 by Jake Hertz
Concrete Batteries: Cementing a New Foundation for Energy Storage?

Concrete Batteries: Cementing a New Foundation for Energy Storage?

In a newly published paper, researchers from Chalmers University describe how they were able to turn cement into a medium for electrical energy storage.


News May 28, 2021 by Jake Hertz
From Smallest to Quantum: Rounding Up Image Sensor 2021 World “Firsts”

From Smallest to Quantum: Rounding Up Image Sensor 2021 World “Firsts”

It’s a busy quarter-year for image sensor technology. Sony with Microsoft, OmniVision, and Gigajot have all released new product classes claiming “world firsts.”


News May 27, 2021 by Adrian Gibbons
Arm’s Largest Release Yet: Total Compute Brings 3 CPUs and 4 GPUs to the Table

Arm’s Largest Release Yet: Total Compute Brings 3 CPUs and 4 GPUs to the Table

Arm's new suite for its Total Compute solutions platform includes three new CPUs and four new GPUs and promises improvements in performance, security, and developer access.


News May 27, 2021 by Jake Hertz