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DebuggAR offers augmented reality information on PCBs

Catwell

There are a few AR apps available for smartphones and tablets provide users with a detailed visualization of PCBs that includes deeper, highly detailed information on circuit design and an image of electronics placement. A couple that come to mind: T...
- 5 Jul 2019
Researchers map the geometry of an electron for the first time

Catwell

Physicists at the University of Basel have developed a new method that shows them the geometry of an electron. This shows an electron trapped in a quantum dot. (Image credit: University of Basel) We’ve all seen depictions of atoms in textbooks a...
- 3 Jul 2019
LED lights delivers high-speed internet with Signify’s Trulifi range

Catwell

Everyone is so focused on various emerging wireless technologies, and LiFi appears on the back burner of everyone's mind. Essential for offices, but I can see it being used in public spaces too. On June 19th, Signify, the largest company in...
- 24 Jun 2019
Engineers Bring a New Dimension to the Field of Spintronics that Could Affect Computing

Catwell

The engineers have found a way to pass information from a series of tiny magnets arrayed on a thin film, to other magnets on a second film located below the first. (Image credit: University of Glasgow) Spintronics is described as the intrinsic ...
- 6 Jun 2019
Microsoft teams up with Brilliant for new online course in quantum computing

Catwell

Learn the basics of quantum computing along with Microsoft’s Q# language in this interactive course. The course is brief, taking roughly 16 to 24 hours to complete. (Image credit: Brilliant) Figuring out the basics of quantum computing can be in...
- 4 Jun 2019
Sensor Evaluation using MikroE Click Boards

james.flynn

With all the various sensors out there to choose from, it is nice to be able to get one that is configured in such a way that you can evaluate its performance. MikroE Click Boards offer just that opportunity and on several development boards that Avn...
- 31 May 2019
MORPHEUS Processor Encrypts Itself 20 Times per Second

Catwell

A chip developed at the University of Michigan called MORPHEUS could be used sometime soon to essentially eliminate vulnerable attacks. MORPHEUS could easily replace the current computer chip processors, making their security patches and bug fixes ob...
- 14 May 2019
Storage Insights #5- Guide to Embedded Multimedia Card (eMMC)

bhfletcher

In Storage Insights #4, we highlighted the primary components of SSD drives, with an emphasis on the Flash Controller. In Storage Insights #5 we will dive deeper into the primary components of Embedded Multimedia Cards (eMMC). eMMC General Descr...
- 16 Apr 2019
Memory Expansion with i.MX RT Crossover Processors

kjachim

The eXecute in Place, or XiP, is a capability that allows a processor to execute code directly from external flash memory. Many embedded applications require connectivity stacks, audio processing, and vision, and the amount of executable ...
- 8 Apr 2019
Simplifying PCB Development with i.MX RT Crossover Processors

kjachim

Why is the package type usually one of the last considerations when selecting an MCU or processor? An inefficient package can present issues to project schedule, system performance, board size and most importantly cost. Luckily, the i.MX ...
- 25 Mar 2019
i.MX RT Saves the Day

kjachim

During the development of a new product, have you ever been asked at the last minute to include more features? Add a smartphone-like GUI, make it adapt with machine learning, connect it to the cloud, and the list goes on and on. Th...
- 15 Mar 2019
Movandi and NXP Collaborate on 5G

layerscapesupport

Partnership to deliver performance-optimized solutions to connect 5G everywhereBARCELONA, February 20, 2019 – Mobile World Congress 2019 –NXP Semiconductors N.V. and Movandi, a privately held company with a mission to revolutionize 5G everywher...
- 6 Mar 2019
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 6: Driver LIB for a 16 x 2 LCD

Jan Cumps

I did a road test of the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In this post: a driver for the common Hitachy type LCD displays that you find everywhere. The Display and Driver In many automates you find these blue or green char...
- 10 Feb 2019
Babeyes is a bodycam for your baby

Catwell

This tiny HD camera makes it easy to record memories from your baby's point of view. (Image Credit: Babeyes) I was thinking of making something like with a Microbit or Pi. Glad it exists. It's pretty easy for memories to fade away, espec...
- 15 Jan 2019
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 5: FreeRTOS Example (with Issues, now Fixed)

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.During my tests I had difficulties with the FreeRTOS example that comes with the SDK.It showcases tickless operation, and that does not work for me. The example doesn't wake up a...
- 12 Jan 2019
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - side note B: Create a Release Configuration

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In this posts I show how to create a Release configuration for Eclipse. I've written before that the Build part of the MAXIM SDK hasn't implemented Eclipse's commonly used C...
- 12 Jan 2019
Storage Insights #4 - NAND Flash Based SSD Drives and the Flash Controller

drozwood90

In Storage Insights #3, we highlighted the technical components of CompactFlash (CF) and Secure Digital (SD) cards. In Storage Insights #4 we will dive deeper into the primary components of SSD drives, with an emphasis on the Flash Controller. G...
- 7 Jan 2019
Noise-canceling kennel for scaredy-cats and dogs

Catwell

The prototype has lots of potential for pets to hide from loud noise. The noise-canceling kennel is only a prototype, but it has a lot of potential in the future. (Credit: Lyn West, Ford of Europe) Many pet owners worry about the nightmarish sounds ...
- 27 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 4c: Low Power Sensor design - Barometer, Not Yet Power Optimised

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In these blog posts I try to build a real world low power design. A barometer using the pressure sensor BM1383AGLV BM1383AGLV from the Rohm SensorShield-EVK-003 (Arduino Co...
- 17 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 4b: Low Power Sensor design - Barometer i2c and Init

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In these blog posts I try to build a real world low power design.This time I'm porting ROHM's Arduino library and example sketch for the pressure sensor BM1383AGLV BM1383AGLV fro...
- 16 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - side note A: C++ Eclipse Project

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In this posts I show how to create a C++ project. Maxim has a tutorial that explains how to create an Eclipse project from scratch. It is for the MAX3263X but works pe...
- 16 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 4a: Low Power Sensor design - Barometer Hardware

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In these blog posts I try to build a real world low power design.This post fits in two road tests. I'm testing the pressure sensor of the Rohm SensorShield-EVK-003 (Arduino Compa...
- 15 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 3: Power Measurement

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In this blog post I measure the power going to the MAX32660. Power Modes The MAX32660 has a set of power saving options. The obvious one is to lower the clock cycle. Th...
- 15 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 2: Mod the PCB for Power Measurement

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In this blog post I modify the PCB to isolate the power going to the MAX32660. Where to Measure the Current Consumtion Measuring the voltage is easy. You can do t...
- 14 Dec 2018
MAX32660 Evaluation Kit - part 1: IDE install and Build First Example

Jan Cumps

I'm road testing the Ultra-Low Power Arm Cortex-M4 Darwin MCU EVM.In this blog post (I don't have the hardware yet): Trying if I can use Maxim's Eclipse bundle.Maxim hasn't altered Eclipse, but they provide an install that sets up a fully worki...
- 9 Dec 2018