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The Fundamentals of Time-Sensitive Networking

Learn about the benefits of time-sensitive networking (TSN) and how engineers use it to ensure that an industrial system is ready for the future. This article focuses on three members of the set of TSN standards.

3 days ago by Jeff Steinheider, NXP Semiconductors

Which Encoding Type Should I Use? Example FPGA Applications

Follow three experiments that show the process of determining which kind of encoding suits a given FPGA.

January 06, 2021 by Eduardo Corpeño

Comparing Binary, Gray, and One-Hot Encoding

This article shows a comparison of the implementations that result from using binary, Gray, and one-hot encodings to implement state machines in an FPGA. These encodings are often evaluated and applied by the synthesis and implementation tools, so it’s important to know why the software makes these decisions.

January 05, 2021 by Eduardo Corpeño

Computing Fast Fourier Transforms on the LPC55S69 MCU

This article investigates the Transform Engine, another part of the PowerQuad, which enables the LPC55S69 MCU to compute a Fast Fourier Transform (FFT).

December 17, 2020 by Eli Hughes, NXP Semiconductors

JTAG Implementation in Arm Core Devices

This article will teach you about the intersection between JTAG and Arm core devices, with special attention paid to the Arm Debug Interface or ADI.

December 14, 2020 by Sam Gallagher

Understanding Digital Filtering with Embedded Microcontrollers

Learn about the widely used methods for filtering and processing data samples in the time domain while taking a closer look at the Dual Biquad IIR engine of the PowerQuad unit in the LPC55S69 MCU. 

December 03, 2020 by Eli Hughes, NXP Semiconductors

Improving Home Appliance Safety with IEC Standards

This article explores the IEC 60730 Class B standard for functional safety to address both mechanical and electrical design in appliances. Learn what the standard entails and controllers to help meet these standards.

December 01, 2020 by Chad Solomon, Microchip Technology

JTAG Connectors and Interfaces

Learn about the interfaces and connectors used to implement JTAG.

November 23, 2020 by Sam Gallagher

The JTAG Test Access Port (TAP) State Machine

In this article, we’re going to look at the test access state machine in detail and even see some pseudocode for a simple JTAG interface.

November 20, 2020 by Sam Gallagher

How the PowerQuad Co-processor Frees Up CPU Cores in the LPC55S69 MCU

In this article, learn about the PowerQuad co-processor and its role in performing CPU-heavy tasks to allow the Arm Cortex-M33 cores to execute other tasks in the LPC55S69 MCU.

November 19, 2020 by Eli Hughes, NXP Semiconductors

Introduction to JTAG and the Test Access Port (TAP)

In this article, we’re going to be talking about JTAG, the ubiquitous hardware tool used for testing, programming, and debugging.

November 18, 2020 by Sam Gallagher

How to Draw, Render, and Animate with Fusion 360

Learn how to use Fusion 360 to develop digital drawings, 3D renderings, and animations to help in the creations of complex designs.

November 12, 2020 by Sam Sattel, Autodesk

Adding an ISP and Machine Learning Acceleration to the i.MX 8M Family

Learn how the i.MX 8M Plus applications processor enables edge computing, speeding up machine learning for a variety of applications including industrial tasks.

November 10, 2020 by Ben Eckermann, NXP Semiconductors

A Low-Cost Method of Powering a Microcontroller

This article proposes a simple microcontroller power-supply circuit that is worth considering when you’re developing a (very) cost-sensitive system.

October 30, 2020 by Robert Keim

How to Manage and Store Project Data with Fusion 360

In this article, learn how Fusion 360 allows multiple teams, decision-makers, and stakeholders to view and work on projects while safeguarding sensitive data.

October 29, 2020 by Sam Sattel, Autodesk

Machine Learning and Intelligent Vision for the Industrial Edge

NXP’s i.MX 8M Plus applications processor enables machine learning and intelligent vision for consumer applications and the industrial edge. Learn about the features of this processor and how it can be used in embedded vision systems.

October 22, 2020 by Jeff Steinheider, NXP Semiconductors

The Effect of MOS Non-Idealities on VLSI Circuit Reliability

Learn about various non-idealities of MOS transistors and the effects they have on VLSI system reliability.

October 06, 2020 by Tosin Jemilehin

Understanding the Six Power Modes for Maximum Efficiency on NXP’s LPC55S69 MCU 

This article explores the power rails and power modes of the LPC55S69 and investigates how the modes affect the MCU in various applications.

September 24, 2020 by Mark Dunnett, on Behalf of NXP

How to Implement Digit Recognition with TensorFlow Lite using an i.MX RT1060 Crossover MCU

This article looks at digit detection and recognition using MNIST eIQ as an example, which consists of several parts — the digit recognition is performed by a TensorFlow Lite model, and a GUI is used to increase the usability of the i.MX RT1060 device.

September 22, 2020 by David Piskula, NXP Semiconductors

Protecting IoT Embedded Designs with Security ICs

In this article, we discuss some key security threats to be aware of when designing for the IoT, important security functions, and how protecting these designs is becoming easier with advances in security ICs. 

September 15, 2020 by Scott Jones, Maxim Integrated