Design
FreeRTOS+Trace for PIC32 MCUs now available on microchipDIRECT
Percepio AB has announced that FreeRTOS+Trace targeting Microchip’s PIC32 MCUs and MPLAB X IDE is now available on microchipDIRECT. microchipDIRECT is the direct source of products from Microchip Technology. It offers the largest inventory of Microchip's products and development tools as well as many trusted third-party tools like Percepio’s FreeRTOS+Trace for PIC32 MCUs.
Solve development tasks effectively with SimulationX 3.7
ITI begins with the introduction of version 3.7 of its internationally acclaimed simulation software SimulationX. The release comes with enhanced functionalities and an unmatched usability for an efficient, intuitive design experience. 12 brand new libraries as well as 350 new and improved models for simulations of batteries and ship systems, for instance, extend the software’s range of applications also for design engineers. This version s...
Latest factory intelligence on display at productronica
Cogiscan has announced that it will introduce the new version of Factory Intelligence at productronica. The new release includes significant changes in terms of functionality and user experience. It will be demonstrated on the Juki booth A3-141 and is said to be a simple add-on to the Juki total line TTC software solution which is also developed by Cogiscan.
Functional safety tools for ARM integrate powerful code analysis
IAR Systems has released an updated version of the functional safety edition of the IAR Embedded Workbench, a complete embedded development toolchain for ARM. The build chain of IAR Embedded Workbench for ARM is certified by TÜV SÜD as a qualified tool for the development of safety-related applications.
FPGA-based board enables smart connectivity for IoT applications
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation and Mikroprojekt have announced availability of a ECP5-based development platform to accelerate system design of communications and industrial applications at the network edge, including HetNet small cells, industrial IoT gateways and IP cameras. Mikroprojekt’s Kondor AX development platform features Lattice’s ECP5 device, a low power, small form factor FPGA with flexible interface connectivity.
MIPS CPU architecture fully supported by Google’s Brillo OS
Imagination Technologies (IMG.L) announces that the MIPS CPU architecture is one of the key CPU architectures supported by Google’s recent Brillo OS designed specifically for IoT applications. Brillo, a free, open embedded OS based on Android, is designed to connect IoT devices in a seamless and intuitive way. As MIPS is one of the three CPU architectures officially supported in Android, Brillo on MIPS is a natural evolution.
Programming system helps optimise manufacturing processes
Adaptsys announces the availability of ProgWorx ISP, a programming system for the parallel programming of panels containing multiple boards as an aid to optimising the manufacturing process. ProgWorx ISP uses Adaptsys’ ProgWorx software, proven programmers such as the SMH FlashRunner family and their proprietary multiplexing technology to speed the programming of multiple boards on a panel.
Ease compliance with network synchronisation standards
Integrated Device Technology has introduced a new hardware and software solution that simplifies IEEE 1588 synchronisation of network communications equipment. The 82P339xx-1 products are composed of IEEE 1588-compliant software and IDT Synchronisation Management Unit (SMU) chips that deliver a complete telecomms network synchronisation solution for IEEE 1588 and synchronous Ethernet.
Sound enhancement technology for portable devices
CEVA and AM3D announced recently that the companies have partnered to offer AM3D’s ZIRENE SOUND audio enhancement technology for the CEVA-TeakLite-4 audio/voice family of DSPs. AM3D will demonstrate ZIRENE SOUND running on a CEVA-TeakLite-4 silicon at the CEVA Technology Symposium Asia 2015.
Aegis Software to be installed at TT Electronics-IMS
Aegis Software has won a multisite FactoryLogix MES order from innovative global electronics company TT Electronics Integrated Manufacturing Services (IMS). IMS will install the software in their China, Romania, United Kingdom and USA facilities.