Communications
USB controller hub suits automotive infotainment
Microchip has extended its USB2 Controller Hub (UCH2) portfolio with the automotive-grade, 4-port, USB84604 IC. With FlexConnect technology and an upstream port supporting both USB 2.0 and High Speed InterChip (HSIC) connectivity, the USB84604 UCH2 is designed for automotive infotainment system designs, where USB port expansion and connectivity is required.
LIN family enables in-vehicle networking
Designed for automotive body, power-train, infotainment sensor and actuator applications, the ATA6632/33/34 family of Local Interconnect Networking (LIN) transceivers, SBCs and voltage regulators has been introduced by Atmel. According to the company, the family is the industry’s first to comply with the new OEM hardware recommendations and provide scalable functionality to improve the overall system cost.
CAN transceivers improve connectivity & save power
Atmel will target the industrial and automotive markets with its recently-introduced family of CAN transceivers. Providing an interface between a CAN protocol controller and the physical two-wire CAN bus, Atmel’s ATA6560 and ATA6561 support the new CAN FD standard with data rates of up to 5Mb/s.
Qseven module enables high scalability with only 7-10W TDP
Offered in five Intel Atom processor-based versions for high scalability with only 7-10W TDP, the BT701 Qseven module has been released by DFI. The module, which is part of the company’s Intel Atom E3800 series product line, operates across a -40 to +85°C temperature range, making it suitable for harsh environments.
Research uses light for super-fast all-optical computers
The University of Surrey, in collaboration with the University of Cambridge and the University of Southampton, has conducted research demonstrating how glass can be manipulated to create a material that will allow computers to transfer information using light. This could significantly increase computer processing speeds and power in the future, leading to all-optical systems.
Bluetooth modules simplify connectivity to IoT products
Simplifying the addition of wireless connectivity to IoT products such as healthcare devices, sports and fitness equipment, wearable computers, home and entertainment devices and mobile/PC accessories, a Bluetooth Smart module has been released by TAIYO YUDEN. The EYSFCNZXX module conforms to Bluetooth v4.0 low energy (Bluetooth Smart) and has radio type-approval in the US (FCC), Canada (IC RSS) and Japan (MIC), reducing time-to-market.
IoT connectivity modules support WiFi & Bluetooth
Texas Instruments have announced WiLink 8 combo connectivity modules, which support WiFi in the 2.4 and 5GHz bands and aim to help manufacturers easily add WiFi and dual-mode Bluetooth to embedded applications.
COM Express-based SBCs boast high feature density
Diamond Systems has unveiled its rugged, COM-based, integrated Vega SBC family. Highlights of the Vega family include interchangeable COM Express COMs for scalability and long product life, high feature density in a compact size, integrated high-quality data acquisition, expandable I/O, conduction cooled thermal solution for improved reliability and rugged construction.
Mobile PC integrates printer for passenger ticketing
Casio Electronics have announced that, as part of a joint initiative with Unicard, the IT-9000 handheld Mobile Computer with Integrated Printer has been awarded an ITSO Certificate of Compliance. The government backed ITSO standard for smart ticketing aims to ensure that public transport operators throughout the country can develop compatible smart ticketing systems.
Omni-directional antennas suited for trucks & buses
Designed to support cellular networks, GPS and WiFi systems, HUBER+SUHNER has introduced two vehicle antennas designed specifically for truck and passenger transport applications. The rugged Sencity Road antennas are multi-application, omni-directional devices which can replace up to four individual antennas.