Cadence develops next-gen Xtensa LX processor
Representing the 8th generation of the Tensilica Xtensa LX processor family from Cadence, the LX8 improves system-level performance by as much as 50%. The 32-bit RISC processor IP serves as a foundation for processor and system-level designs,…
A short primer on optoelectronic transistors, their apps
Optoelectronics, the use of electronic devices for the detection and control of light, has become a preferred means for broadband and transoceanic communication networks. Below is a sneak peek at the basics of optoelectronic transistors, their…
Cisco Linksys’ DPC3008: A DOCSIS 3 cable modem that worked great
Way back in November 2012, I told you of my travails trying (and ultimately prevailing) to get a Linksys DPC3008 cable modem activated on Comcast/Xfinity’s broadband service. The DPC3008 was already used (factory refurbished, to be precise)…
Intel Pathfinder for RISC-V unifies platform, adds features
Intel Pathfinder for RISC-V—a pre-silicon development environment that supports IP selection via testing for compatibility and performance—is unifying its Starter and Professional Editions into a single version. Intel is expected to share…
The most useful application note I’ve ever read
I have read that we humans have to see or read some information many times until it sinks in, and we remember it. That’s probably true for information that you may casually need to know. Then there are moments of serendipity when you stumble…
Microphones: An abundance of options for capturing tones
Having just covered the topic of speaker construction (specifically as it relates to in-ear headphones), both in one of last month’s blog posts and one of the prior month’s teardowns, I thought now would as good a time as any to tackle the…
Resolution explained for magnetic angle sensors
Because optical encoders are functionally similar, “resolution” is often used as a main characteristic for magnetic encoders, a device providing the angle of a magnet attached to a mechanical shaft under a digital form. Resolution is a key…
Hot resistance versus cold resistance
Incandescent lamp filaments have ratios of hot resistance versus cold resistance that really startled me even though I thought I knew all about such things. It turns out I did not know “all about” and the consequences of my ignorance were…
100-W wireless power receiver ensures fast smartphone charging
Boasting a power rating of 100 W, ST’s STWLC99 wireless power receiver can recharge high-end smartphones with the largest battery capacity in under 30 minutes. In addition to smartphones, the STWLC99 offers new opportunities for medical devices…
Tire-mounted sensor enhances vehicle safety
Sensata’s Bluetooth-enabled, tire-mounted sensor attaches directly to the tire’s inner liner to elevate vehicle safety, performance, and data insights. In addition to measuring pressure, temperature, and acceleration, the sensor provides…
Versatile clock generators offer flexible configuration
VersaClock 7 clock generators from Renesas allow designers to configure frequencies, I/O levels, and GPIO pin functionality to meet design requirements. Aimed at PCIe and networking applications in high-end computing, wired infrastructure, and…
Bluetooth LE transceiver delivers multiple audio streams
Certified to the Bluetooth 5.3 LE audio standard, the NXH3675 single-chip 2.4-GHz transceiver provides high-quality audio with ultra-low power consumption and latency. The highly integrated chip will allow developers to create innovative audio…
