Micros
Chipset simplifies design of robust automotive solutions
Global microelectronics engineering company, Melexis, has announced a new Time-of-Flight (ToF) chipset and development kit that enables simple, modular and future proof design of 3D vision solutions. Previously available only as part of a development system, the chipset is now available to designers everywhere. The newly available chipset includes the MLX75023 1/3-inch optical format ToF sensor and the MLX75123 companion IC that embeds many of th...
Development kits target voice-enabled speakers
Supplier of voice solutions for IoT products, XMOS, has announced the launch of the XVF3000 family of voice processors, which provide far-field voice capture using arrays of MEMS microphones. With optional support for Sensory’s TrulyHandsfree technology, XMOS claims that the XVF3000 family provides the most flexible and cost effective always-on voice interface in a single device. XMOS also announces the availability of the VocalFusion Speak...
MCUs spend more time in standby, save power
The MSP430FR599x and MSP430FR596x microcontrollers, the latest MSP430 microcontrollers from Texas Instruments (TI) are now being shipped by Mouser Electronics.. The ultra-low-power, ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM) microcontroller portfolio targets a wide range of sensing and measurement applications.
8-bit microcontroller slashes footprint by up to 50%
The MC9S08SU 8-bit microcontroller from NXP Semiconductors is in stock at Mouser Electronics. This single-chip device for 4.5V – 18V motor control applications delivers high performance with tight integration to help lower BOM costs and reduce footprint by up to 50% for space-constrained applications.
Synopsys VC Formal standardised for faster verification
Synopsys has announced that as their formal verification solution for advanced microcontroller designs, STMicroelectronics selected and standardised on Synopsys VC Formal.
Bandwidth-heavy applications create growth opportunities
Governments and industry stakeholders are keenly following developments in the microelectronics industry, as these technologies could potentially disrupt and bolster the Internet of Things (IoT) Mega Trend. Microelectronics will support eco-friendliness, Innovating to Zero, smart and connected homes, cloud computing and miniaturisation trends, and influence the technological progress of a wide range of industries.
Audio market expected to be worth $20bn in 2022
According to latest research, the market for MEMS microphones and ECMs, micro-speakers and audio ICs will be worth $20bn in 2022. Compared to 2006, the audio business is about to experience profound changes. When Yole Développement (Yole), part of Yole Group of Companies released its first microphone report in 2006, the MEMS microphone industry was at the early stage, with emerging players and applications. The 'More than Moore' market res...
Power management IC for car audio systems
A new system regulator IC has been launched by Toshiba Electronics Europe (TEE) that is designed to handle the increasing sophistication of car audio systems. The TCB010FNG is a fully-featured solution, incorporating the required power supply and all essential detection functions. TCB010FNG incorporates a multi-rail microcontroller power supply that retains power during minor interruptions in the battery supply. The device also includes mult...
MEMS capacitive accelerometers perform up to 125°C
Designers and manufacturers of industrial grade MEMS capacitive accelerometer chips and modules, Silicon Designs, has announced the global market introduction of six new series of low-cost, high-performance MEMS capacitive accelerometers, in both traditional and smaller footprints.
Lifetime prediction for ICs in all design environments
Fraunhofer IIS/EAS is offering advanced modelling services for device degradation effects in North America. Using these proprietary techniques, designers are now able to verify the long-term behaviour of ICs and systems especially in safety critical applications. Compared to today’s solutions, the advanced models can be used in all common industrial design environments. In addition to standard degradation effects, Fraunhofer also takes into...