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Upgraded Sensor Board from STMicroelectronics Accelerates Plug-and-Play Evaluation with ST MEMS Studio
by Cristina Costa

Upgraded Sensor Board from STMicroelectronics Accelerates Plug-and-Play Evaluation with ST MEMS Studio

Developing context-aware applications with MEMS sensors is faster, more powerful, and more flexible with ST’s latest-generation sensor evaluation board, the STEVAL-MKI109D. Now upgraded with an STM32H5 microcontroller, USB-C connector, and extra digital interfaces including I3C for flexible communication, the new board lets users quickly evaluate sensors and confidently handle demanding projects with a convenient, graphical development environment.
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Microchip Launches New Turnkey Capacitive Touch Controllers
by Cristina Costa

Microchip Launches New Turnkey Capacitive Touch Controllers

Turnkey touch controllers are a fast and easy way to upgrade from mechanical buttons to modern touch buttons or displays. With the launch of its 12-button MTCH2120 touch controller, Microchip Technology is providing product designers with a straightforward pathway for implementing touch button capabilities on user interfaces. The new touch controller comes with a comprehensive ecosystem of tools to streamline development and speed time to market.
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Siemens Unveils Next-Generation AI-Enhanced Electronic Systems Design Software
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Siemens Unveils Next-Generation AI-Enhanced Electronic Systems Design Software

With a focus on a modern, AI-assisted, user experience, Siemens Digital Industries Software announced the next generation release of its Xpedition electronic systems design software that simplifies complex PCB design processes, and aims to reduce learning curves, and accelerate productivity. This release combines Xpedition, Hyperlynx and PADS Professional software through a unified user experience with cloud connectivity and collaboration. The update also adds enhanced integration with Siemens’ Teamcenter and NX Software.
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Arduino and Truesense Partner to Bring UWB Technology to Millions
by Cristina Costa

Arduino and Truesense Partner to Bring UWB Technology to Millions

Arduino announced its latest partnership with Truesense, a leading provider of ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, known for its innovative software and hardware solutions for developers. This collaboration enhances the Arduino ecosystem of hardware products, software solutions, and cloud services, providing developers with a new valuable set of tools, focused on delivering highly accurate real-time location systems and tracking solutions.
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Sound Semiconductor New Mixer Chip Provides Voltage Control of Six Inputs into a Single Output
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Sound Semiconductor New Mixer Chip Provides Voltage Control of Six Inputs into a Single Output

Sound Semiconductor announced the ProCircuit 6-into-1 Voltage Controlled Mixer. Based on a new-generation Operational Transconductance Amplifier (OTA), the patent pending SSI2190 allows current-mode linear control of each channel. Differential voltage inputs provide design flexibility, and a high-compliance current output makes summing from multiple sources - including other SSI2190’s - an easy endeavor.
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Schurter Launches Upgraded TA35 and TA36 Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breakers
by Cristina Costa

Schurter Launches Upgraded TA35 and TA36 Thermal-Magnetic Circuit Breakers

Schurter has a long tradition with circuit breakers. In addition to their thermal release (bimetal), the classic TA35 and TA36 are now optionally equipped with an additional magnetic module, which promises reliable protection within milliseconds in the event of very high overcurrent (short circuit). The new TA35 / TA36 circuit breakers now offer thermal and magnetic tripping for protection against overcurrent in accordance with IEC 60934 standard, with a wide range of design options and finely graduated rated currents.
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Nordic Semiconductor Introduces Smaller nRF7002 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC for Compact Designs
by Cristina Costa

Nordic Semiconductor Introduces Smaller nRF7002 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC for Compact Designs

Nordic Semiconductor announced the launch of a Wafer-Level Chip Scale Package (WLCSP) version of its nRF7002 Wi-Fi 6 Companion IC. The new package option offers the same functionality as the nRF7002 QFN variant but with a footprint reduction of over 60 percent - making the WLCSP the ideal choice for efficient, size-constrained designs for next-generation wireless devices.
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Microchip Technology Launches RISC-V Multi-Core 64-Bit Microprocessors
by Cristina Costa

Microchip Technology Launches RISC-V Multi-Core 64-Bit Microprocessors

Real-time, compute intensive applications such as fully adaptive noise cancellation, voice separation and Machine Learning (ML) are pushing the boundaries of embedded processing requirements, demanding more power-efficiency, hardware-level security and high reliability at the edge. With the launch of its PIC64 portfolio, Microchip Technology expanded its computing range to meet this rising demands.
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New Schurter White Paper Highlights Critical Considerations for Power Entry Modules
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New Schurter White Paper Highlights Critical Considerations for Power Entry Modules

As the demand for safe and efficient power solutions for equipment grows, Schurter is committed to addressing the impact of power loss as it relates to Power Entry Modules (PEMs). To emphasize the necessity of carefully addressing power dissipation and temperature deratings for all PEM related components to ensure long-term safe operation, the Swiss technology specialist released a useful new white paper.
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Microchip Brings Enhanced Code Protection and Up to 15W of Power Delivery to Its USB Microcontroller Portfolio
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Microchip Brings Enhanced Code Protection and Up to 15W of Power Delivery to Its USB Microcontroller Portfolio

The recognized advantages of a USB interface for embedded designs include its compatibility with various devices, streamlined communication protocol, in-field updatability and power delivery capabilities. To help accelerate implementation, Microchip Technology has launched the AVR DU family of microcontrollers (MCUs). As the next generation of Microchip 8-bit MCUs to integrate USB connectivity, the AVR DU family is designed to provide enhanced security features and higher power delivery than previous iterations.
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