Expanding low power FPGA video and image processing solutions 18th July 2019
Microchip, via its Microsemi subsidiary, has announced its Smart Embedded Vision initiative that provides solutions for designing intelligent machine vision systems with Microchip’s low power PolarFire Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs). With the recent announcement, Microchip extends its high resolution smart embedded vision FPGA offerings with new enhanced high speed imaging interfaces, an Intellectual Property (IP) bundle for image processing and an expanded partner ecosystem.
Spotlight
-
Power switching regulator extends battery life in IoT designs -
Industrial design student receives guidance on her sensor design -
UK companies need to upskill STEM to support innovation -
Using a Device Firmware Monitor (DFM) to deal with software bugs -
Don’t be late calling the SAS to cure sleep apnoea -
.jpg)
The wealth of drone development platforms -
Bringing the benefits of Linux containers to OT -
WiFi 7: the next generation of WiFi technology
Around the Industry
-
UK companies need to upskill STEM to support innovationThe Times recently reported that there is a STEM skills gap in the UK. Manufacturing, engineering and the supply chain are becoming increasingly digitalised, and it has become difficult for the workforce to keep up. Handling the data behind these processes requires specific skills that are in demand by employers who are attempting to close that gap. Su Loftus, Head of Training Products at the National Physical Laboratory explains.
-
BSI recognises CP Electronics with long service awardsBSI, the national standards authority has recognised CP Electronics’ commitment to excellence with two awards. The awards were given for holding ISO 9001 (Quality) for 20 consecutive years, and ISO 14001 (Environment) for 10 consecutive years. It’s believed this is the first time any business within the electronics sector has achieved such a milestone.
.jpg)
-
Lead times cut on MLCCsReduced lead times for its MLCCs have been announced by Vishay Intertechnology. Excluding transit, Vishay's MLCCs are now available with leads times as low as in the mid 10-weeks range for Military / Hi-Rel and RF / Hi-Frequency MLCCs.
-
Processors bring cryptographic acceleration for embedded productsAM574x Sitara Arm applications processors from Texas Instruments are built to meet the intense processing needs of modern embedded products. AM574x devices bring high processing performance through the maximum flexibility of a fully integrated mixed processor solution.
-
Investment to diversify from reliance on oilSingapore PE manager Elite Partners Capital (EPC) has announced an investment of €1.95m in TAG Sensors. EPC's Elite InNorvate Growth signed the agreement with TAG Sensors on Monday. TAG will set up Asian headquarters in Singapore to leverage on the country's skilled local talent, modern IT infrastructure, rigorous IP protection and strategic importance as a major logistics hub.
-
Why smart device operators are putting the user firstAccording to research by IDC into the global smart home device market, 832.7 devices will be shipped in 2019, a figure it expects to rise to 1.6 billion in 2023 as consumers adopt multiple devices and the availability of products increases. By Kuldip Singh Johal, VP of sales for subscription broadcasting, Universal Electronics
.jpg)
-
Robot's roamings mix education and funIt can be fun, it can educate and it can inspire. It is the MekaMon Berserker v2 robot, developed by Reach Robotics which is now available at RS Components. MekaMon is a gaming robot, as well as being ideal for robotics engineers and hobbyists, and for a wide range of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) students from those still in the early stages of school, up to those studying engineering at university.
-
GaN and SiC power semiconductor market to reach $3bn by 2025The GaN and SiC Power Semiconductor Market is set to grow from its current market value of more than $400m to over $3bn by 2025; as reported in the latest study by Global Market Insights. The power semiconductor devices are witnessing high adoption for different power applications fuelling the growth of the GaN and SiC power semiconductor market.
.jpg)
