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The article discusses the shift towards software-defined vehicles (SDVs) in the automotive industry. Traditionally, vehicles were built with fixed hardware and limited software updates. However, with SDVs, vehicles can be customized and updated with new features and capabilities, similar to updating a smartphone. This is made possible through new vehicle electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures that allow for data exchange and collaboration between processors. The article also highlights the use of cloud software concepts like virtualization and containerization to ensure robustness, security, and efficient software updates. The Scalable Open Architecture for Embedded Edge (SOAFEE) project, which includes collaboration from various industry leaders, is working towards implementing these changes. Additionally, the article mentions the need for new generation processors that can handle the demands of SDVs, including high-speed networking, determinism, and functional safety. Overall, SDVs offer the potential for more flexible and customizable vehicles, but there are challenges in terms of hardware, software development, and cybersecurity that need to be addressed. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses various types of pulse sensors used in flow measurement devices, such as reed switches, Hall effect sensors, and magnetic coils. Topics include different sensor types, its output signal characteristics, and the best practices for interfacing these sensors with devices such as Arduino Uno for efficient flow measurement system operation.

Power integrity is crucial for embedded-system designs, ensuring that voltage noise levels remain within tolerances. Different components have varying tolerance levels for disturbances, with logic components tolerating up to 5% of the rail voltage, while analog and RF components tolerate less than 1%. Power distribution network (PDN) noise can be categorized into self-aggression noise, board interconnect pollution, and mutual-aggressor noise. Probing options for power-rail measurements include passive probes, coaxial connectors, and voltage-rail probes. Specific power-integrity measurements can be made using active voltage-rail probes and current probes, and software can simplify analysis and provide access to measured parameters. Understanding potential noise sources and choosing the right probe can help maintain power integrity in designs. [Extracted from the article]

IoT modules are often defined by their small form factors and ability to transmit sensor data to a centralized hub via a wireless connection. While the radio modulation scheme and IoT protocol can vary, most IoT devices fall below the 6 GHz band. For these IoT applications there is a need for small planar antenna structures implemented on a common PCB platform where connection to the microcontroller unit (MCU) and processing unit of the node is accomplished often via a push-on miniaturized coaxial interface. This article examines the various PCB antenna implementations and their design considerations, with an additional discussion around the packaging and placement of IoT nodes and how this can impact their connectivity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Renesas Electronics Corporation has expanded its Quick Connect Studio, a cloud-based embedded system design platform. The platform allows engineers to graphically design and optimize hardware and software, making it easier to validate prototypes and accelerate product development. Quick Connect Studio now supports a wide range of devices from Renesas and its partners, allowing users to build over 350 systems. The platform also offers real-time code customization and remote debugging, as well as multi-region secure infrastructure deployments. Renesas aims to simplify the system development process and enable engineers to focus on innovation. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of microcontrollers (MCUs) optimized for edge AI applications in increasing machine learning and inference without consuming excessive power. Infineon Technologies' PSOC Edge MCU series, which includes the E81, E83, and E84 options, aims to bring new ML-enabled internet of things, consumer, and industrial applications to market. These MCUs reduce latency and improve security by allowing AI to be processed at the edge, rather than sending data to the cloud. The PSOC MCU series features an Arm Cortex-M55 architecture, Helium DSP support, and Infineon's proprietary hardware accelerator, NNLite, for neural network acceleration. Ambiq also launched the Apollo510, the first in its Apollo5 SoC series, which supports endpoint AI on battery-powered devices. Both companies prioritize energy efficiency and aim to support sophisticated AI models on edge devices. [Extracted from the article]

Renesas Electronics Corporation has expanded its RZ Family of microprocessors with the RZ/V2H, a new device designed for high-performance robotics applications. The RZ/V2H features a new generation of Renesas' proprietary AI accelerator, DRP-AI3, which delivers improved power efficiency and AI computing performance. The device incorporates multiple CPU cores, allowing for efficient management of vision AI and real-time control tasks. The RZ/V2H eliminates the need for cooling fans and other heat-dissipating components, resulting in smaller, less expensive, and more reliable systems. Renesas has also developed software and libraries to facilitate the development of AI applications on the RZ/V2H. [Extracted from the article]

STMicroelectronics has developed new short-range wireless microcontrollers that support multiple wireless technologies and the latest security standards. These microcontrollers enable wearables and smart objects to become more miniaturized, easy to use, and secure. The flagship microcontroller, STM32WBA55, can communicate using multiple protocols simultaneously, including Bluetooth LE 5.4, Zigbee, Thread, and Matter. The products based on these microcontrollers can satisfy important security certifications and upcoming regulations. The microcontrollers have been well-received by lead customers who are creating diverse products such as smart thermostats, tracking devices, and power tools. [Extracted from the article]

Atmosic Technologies has introduced its ATM34/e series of system-on-chip (SoC) devices for low-power IoT devices. The series supports multiple wireless protocols, including Bluetooth Low Energy, Thread, and Matter, and offers energy-saving features that extend battery life and enable some devices to operate without batteries. The SoCs also incorporate energy-harvesting capabilities and a scalable memory architecture. Murata Manufacturing has released its Type 2FR connectivity module, driven by NXP Semiconductors' RW612 wireless microcontroller. The module supports communication protocols such as Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth LE, 802.15.4, and Ethernet, and is compatible with the Matter standard. HaiLa Technologies has developed the BSC2000 backscatter chip, which is the first Wi-Fi-based backscatter chip and offers extreme low-power consumption for IoT devices. The chip is protocol-agnostic and supports a range of IoT applications. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the applications of the Westinghouse Advanced Rod Control Hybrid (ARCH) developed by Westinghouse Electric Co. LLC in the U.S. It offers overview of the function and uses of the system, which served as the company's replacement of its solid state rod control system and combustion engineering element drive systems. It also mentions the different benefits of the system which resulted to the improved operation.

O ne of the biggest trends impacting the microcontroller (MCU) market is that everything is getting smarter and connected - homes, buildings, vehicles, and medical devices. " The MCUs feature intelligent peripherals that can automate signal-analysis functions and provide programmable logic, enabling designers to tailor such things as waveform generation, timing measurements, and more, she said. Renesas also added an ultra-low- power MCU with advanced capacitive touch sensing for IoT node human- machine interface (HMI) applications. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers ideas on how to efficiently use microcontrollers to convert sensor voltage to current loop. It offers guide on how to effectively take measurements control circuits using flip-flop that respond to a pushbutton switch or other control input. It also provides tips on how to properly program the microcontroller's code to ensure and prevent power failure.

The article focuses on the design for a microcontroller battery monitor circuit and its benefits. Topics included the development and description of microcontroller battery monitor circuit, its basic concept showing the relationship among its functions, its applications, and the optimization of its performance.

Texas Instruments has introduced its latest SimpleLink family of Wi-Fi 6 companion ICs, which provide cost-effective, reliable, secure, and efficient Wi-Fi connections for applications in high-density or high-temperature environments. The CC33xx family includes devices for Wi-Fi 6 only or for Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) 5.3 connectivity in a single IC. These devices offer secure IoT connections with reliable RF performance when attached to a microcontroller or processor. They support features such as OFDMA technology, BSS coloring, and WPA3 cryptographic technologies for reliable network performance and security. The Wi-Fi 6 companion ICs can easily attach to TI and other companies' MCUs and processors that support Linux or real-time operating systems. [Extracted from the article]

Eine neue Funktionsbibliothek innerhalb der Entwicklungsumgebung Plus+1 Guide von Danfoss soll es Entwicklern erleichtern, autonomes Fahren in mobile Maschinen zu integrieren. Für die benötigte Rechenleistung genügen die heute verwendeten Controller. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers information on Micro80 Gen2 thermal sensor from ULIS, SimpleLink dual-band CC1350 wireless microcontroller (MCU) from Texas Instruments (TI) and Explorer 16/32 Development Board from Microchip Technology.

The article discusses the growing market for hobby microcontrollers outside of building automation system (BAS) controls industry, and impact of hobby microcontrollers on lifecycle and business model of BAS controls industry. Topics discussed include use of hobby microcontrollers for building robots and drones, and potential transformative effect of Raspberry Pi 3 (RasPi3) credit card-sized Linux-based computer on heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) controls industry.

This compact circuit for solid-state RF power amplifiers provides the temperature compensation required to ensure optimum performance under varying temperature conditions as well as providing an optional windowed gate voltage for switching applications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article offers information on several electronic products including the MFW03 series of dc-dc converters from technology company MinMax, the XMC4300 series of micro-controllers from Infineon Technologies, and the STM32 MCUs for Linux system from STMICROELECTRONICS.

The article offers tips on power conservation in micro-controllers. Topics discussed include the author's insights regarding micro-controllers and the relationship between transistor switches and power consumption, the author's recommended software techniques for power conservation which include using the micro-controller's sleep mode, and the challenges involved in the application of these recommendations.

The article evaluates products related to computer-aided engineering including the SAMA5D2 Xplained Ultra evaluation kit with microcontrollers from element 14 and Atmel; the Labeling & Identification product line from Industrial Controls; and the Rear Mount Power Take-Off from Muncie Power Products.

The article discusses the Idea for Design which solves the Lorenz chaotic system in a microcontroller by a combined approach to generating chaotic signals which can be used to encode an information signal for secure transmission. It presents an illustration of the implementation of the approach to generate chaotic signals for use in the study of chaos system.

The article offers information on has three new Target Boards from Renesas Electronics Corp. for the RX65N, RX130 and RX231 microcontrollers.

The article offers information on the security concerns on internet of things (IoT). Topics discussed include the Platform Security Architecture (PSA) from computer company Arm Ltd. which provides cybersecurity, the association of business of microcontroller supplier Microchip Technology with microcontrollers (MCUs), and the issue of security, rights and privacy.

This document provides information on three new products in the field of electronics. The first product is a coaxial frequency mixer by Mini-Circuits, which has a frequency range of 20 to 65 GHz and is suitable for defense radar, communications, and test systems. The second product is a series of AC filter capacitors by TDK, which have safety approvals and a high resistance to harsh operating conditions. The third product is a spectrum analyzer and monitoring receiver by Signal Hound, which includes a 10-Gigabit Ethernet port for remote data analysis. Additionally, MikroElektronika has launched an add-on board for the GD32VF103VBT6 microcontroller, allowing embedded designers to prototype with the RISC-V microcontroller. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the importance of putting a pulse-width modulator (PWM) to enhance the performance of digital/analog converter (DAC). Topics discussed include the use of Stochastic Signal Density Modulator (SSDM) to reduce the noise in DAC, the ability of PWMs to incorporate in any microcontroller, and the SSDM waveform's harmonic content.

The article reports on the use of capacitive-sensing solutions with 8-bit microcontrollers (MCUs). It discusses why general-purpose 8-bit MCUs with cap-sense capabilities can provide a more versatile approach that helps reduce power consumption, board size, and BOM cost. It mentions that Silicon Labs' Simplicity Studio integrated development environment (IDE) platform, provides end-to-end development support for capacitive-sensing-enabled embedded-system designs.

The article analyzes unique requirements of wireless wearable devices and the technology and component choices that enables long battery life and seamless wireless connectivity. Topics discussed include factors need to be cconsideredby engineer while designing wearable devices, components of wireless wearable devices and five energy modes for the ARM-based EFM32 microcontrollers (MCUs).

"The industry is really dynamic and your day-to-dayactivities and the pace of things is very similar, whetheryou're doing development for a software product or doingcoding and design activity for a hardware product." The tech industry in general, however, faces arguably itsgreatest dearth of available talent in history, withunemployment rates hovering around 1.7% -- less than halfthat of the overall unemployment rate, according toCompTIA, a nonprofit association for the IT industry. Computerworld spoke with Carusone about the challenges thesemiconductor industry faces in attracting young talent,particlarly as the industry is often seen as staid and lessinnovative than the software industry. News Analysis As chip behemoths, such as Intel, Samsung and TSMCare moving operations back to the US -- and custom chipsare needed more than ever -- industry execs want youngtalent to know there's nothing staid about chip design Semiconductors are in virtually every electronic devicethat leaves a factory today, and the US government hasplanted a flag in the ground as the burgeoning chipindustry has become the future of technology manufacturing. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on the 8051 microcontroller-based control circuit that could adjust small permanent-magnet dc motor's speed through photosensors. It mentions that the circuit was use in finding applications in light-tracking systems to adjust tracking-motor speed which could also be modified to control a number of motors.

The article offers information on the techniques that help increase battery life of microcontrollers while minimizing its power needs. It reports on technology developers focusing on static and dynamic power details for increasing the efficiency of microcontrollers. Information on the changes on the software side of microcontrollers including introduction of power debugging.

The article offers a preview of the TMCM-1043-KIT by Trinamic Motion Control for PC-based motor drive development, the LT3669 COM1/COM2/COM3 industrial transceiver by Linear Technology, and the ADuCM320 industrial and automation microcontroller by the Analog Devices company.

The article explains how a motor control system based on microcontrollers with advanced analog features, high-resolution pulse width modulators (PWMs), and adequate processing power lowers power consumption. It claims that the incorporation of a simple electronic drive in Brushless DC (BLDC) motors leads to an efficiency improvement of up to 200% in heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. It also talks about pumps and circulators, compressors, and dual motor control.