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Understanding I2C
The Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) protocol has been the backbone of short-distance, intra-board communication. However, implementing robust I2C … [Read More...] about Understanding I2C
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28 nm automotive MCU targets ASIL D chassis and BMS applications
Renesas brings its new RH850/U2C 32-bit automotive MCU to Embedded World 2026 next week, with live demos at Hall 1, Stand 234. Built on a 28nm process, the RH850/U2C runs four CPU cores at up to … [Read More...] about 28 nm automotive MCU targets ASIL D chassis and BMS applications
Radar, microphones, and MCUs address connected device security needs
Infineon takes the floor at Embedded World 2026 in Nuremberg, March 10 - 12 (Hall 4A, Booth 138) with live demonstrations spanning microcontrollers, sensors, automotive, and robotics. On the MCU … [Read More...] about Radar, microphones, and MCUs address connected device security needs
Edge AI applications include arc fault detection and condition monitoring
Microchip Technology has introduced full-stack edge AI solutions built around its microcontrollers and microprocessors to support real-time inferencing in industrial, automotive, data center and IoT … [Read More...] about Edge AI applications include arc fault detection and condition monitoring
Low-power MCUs support 5 V operation and advanced peripherals
The PIC32CM PL10 MCUs from Microchip Technology are Arm® Cortex®-M0+–based microcontrollers featuring 5V operation, Core Independent Peripherals (CIPs), integrated touch support and a 12-bit ADC for … [Read More...] about Low-power MCUs support 5 V operation and advanced peripherals
Entry-level AI MCU enables low-power edge inference on one chip
The NuMicro M55M1 AI MCU from Nuvoton Technology, developed in collaboration with the Industrial Technology Research Institute, integrates an Arm Cortex-M55 core with an Arm Ethos-U55 micro-NPU to … [Read More...] about Entry-level AI MCU enables low-power edge inference on one chip
Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 MCUs target IoT
Renesas introduced the RA6W1 dual-band Wi-Fi 6 wireless MCU (datasheet) and announced the RA6W2 variant integrating Wi-Fi 6 + Bluetooth LE for always-connected IoT designs in smart home, industrial, … [Read More...] about Dual-band Wi-Fi 6 MCUs target IoT
MCUs and MPUs, which does your project really need?
The basics of microcontroller units (MCUs) and microprocessor units (MPUs) haven’t changed too much. But application requirements have. What was once a simple automotive, industrial, or medical … [Read More...] about MCUs and MPUs, which does your project really need?
Embedded IDE adds in-editor AI for code review
MIKROE has released an updated version of its NECTO multi-architectural IDE that adds integrated AI assistance inside the code editor. The new capability is intended to support embedded developers … [Read More...] about Embedded IDE adds in-editor AI for code review
Multiband MCU supports 315, 850, and 950 MHz operation
STMicroelectronics has introduced the STM32WL3R, a wireless microcontroller designed for battery-powered remote-control units used in consumer devices and home-automation systems. The device builds on … [Read More...] about Multiband MCU supports 315, 850, and 950 MHz operation
MCU offers 371 DMIPS performance and advanced hardware accelerators
Nuvoton Technology has released the NuMicro M5531 series of microcontrollers, designed for embedded systems that require high computing performance and advanced signal processing. Based on the Arm … [Read More...] about MCU offers 371 DMIPS performance and advanced hardware accelerators
280 MHz Cortex-M33 MCU adds high-performance control options
GigaDevice has expanded its GD32 family of 32-bit microcontrollers with the introduction of the GD32F503 and GD32F505 series, built on the Arm Cortex-M33 core. Designed for applications requiring high … [Read More...] about 280 MHz Cortex-M33 MCU adds high-performance control options
Processors gain native execution for quantized AI models
Alif Semiconductor announced that developers can now use the ExecuTorch Runtime, a quantization extension of the popular PyTorch ML framework, for AI applications built to run on its Ensemble E4/E6/E8 … [Read More...] about Processors gain native execution for quantized AI models
Microcontroller integrates 110 GOPS NPU for edge AI
Nuvoton Technology has released the NuMicro M55M1, a 32-bit microcontroller based on the Arm Cortex-M55 core with integrated neural processing for edge AI applications. The device combines a 220 MHz … [Read More...] about Microcontroller integrates 110 GOPS NPU for edge AI
Dual-core microcontrollers target high-performance embedded systems
Two new high-performance microcontroller groups have been introduced to support compute-intensive embedded applications in industrial and IoT systems. The devices, built on a 22-nm low-power process, … [Read More...] about Dual-core microcontrollers target high-performance embedded systems
MCUs provide up to 64 KB flash and 16 KB SRAM with multiple package options
Renesas Electronics Corporation has introduced the RA0L1 microcontroller (MCU) Group, built on the Arm Cortex-M23 processor, to expand its RA0 Series portfolio. The new devices are designed for … [Read More...] about MCUs provide up to 64 KB flash and 16 KB SRAM with multiple package options
