➀ Toshiba has introduced a new gate driver IC for automotive applications, the TB9084FTG, designed to enhance the performance of brushless DC motors; ➁ The IC supports essential vehicle functions like body systems and electric pumps; ➂ It is engineered for miniaturization and operates with a wide power supply voltage range and high temperature tolerance.

This reference design, designed by Analog Devices, is an advanced platform for evaluating wireless Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) systems. It includes a meter board and a reader board, both powered by MAXQ610 microcontrollers and using MAX7032 transceivers for wireless communication. The design is versatile, with options for various meter types and antenna configurations. It is ideal for engineers, system integrators, and researchers in the utility and IoT sectors.

➀ The article presents a Windows-based program created with Microsoft Visual Basic (VB6) for controlling devices through a PC's USB port. The program interfaces with a microprocessor-based hardware module to control up to eight appliances. ➁ The core of the system is the ATmega328P microcontroller, which is cost-effective and widely available. The circuit can be assembled on a breadboard or PCB, and the program involves using Visual Basic for communication and Arduino IDE for programming the microcontroller. ➂ The article provides detailed instructions on assembling the circuit, programming the microcontroller, and setting up the Visual Basic GUI for controlling appliances.

➀ The reference design incorporates Maxim's MAXREFDES171#, a solution for IO-Link versions 1.1/1.0, providing a comprehensive solution for industrial automation; ➁ The design integrates a transceiver, a microcontroller, and a distance sensor, offering a solution for distance and proximity sensing; ➂ The design features a M12 connector for connectivity, and offers visual indicators for system status.

➀ This article explains what embedded systems are and their role in everyday devices; ➁ It discusses the advantages and disadvantages of embedded systems; ➂ The characteristics, components, and architectures of embedded systems are detailed, including their hardware and software aspects.

➀ Raspberry Pi has announced the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth version of its Pico 2 microcontroller board, called 'Pico 2 W'. It shares the dual 150MHz Arm Cortex-M33 cores and has added wireless interfaces. ➁ The board's features include 26 GPIO pins, various interfaces, and operation over a wide voltage range. ➂ The list price is $7, making it $2 more than the non-wireless 'Pico 2'.

➀ An introduction to sensor interfacing, its importance, and basic principles; ➁ Types of sensors and signal conditioning techniques; ➂ Interfacing sensors with microcontrollers and handling noise and signal interference.

➀ Infineon为28nm 500MHz汽车处理器添加了后量子密码学支持；➁ 这些处理器名为Aurix TC4Dx，符合ISO/SAE21434网络安全标准；➂ 它们拥有六个核心，旨在实现高级功能安全，目标是ISO26262 ASIL-D。

➀ Nuvoton Technology has launched a new version of the Arm Keil MDK Nuvoton Edition, a development tool to support all microcontrollers based on Arm Cortex-M cores; ➁ The Keil MDK Nuvoton Edition includes critical tools like the Arm C/C++ compiler, the Keil µvision IDE, and the Keil studio pack, which is an extension for Visual studio Code; ➂ The tool is designed to enhance developer efficiency by offering a suite of essential resources that streamline embedded system development.

➀ The DVCon Europe 2024 conference highlighted the rise of AI and software in design and verification. ➁ Keynotes from Infineon and Zyphra discussed AI microcontroller architectures and datacenter-scale AI systems. ➃ Software-defined vehicles and open-source technologies like RISC-V were also key topics.

➀ Learn how to use Microsoft Visual Studio Code to build Raspberry Pi Pico projects; ➁ Follow a step-by-step guide to create a 'blink' project using C/C++; ➂ Explore GPIO usage and circuit building for Raspberry Pi Pico.

➀ Lumissil Microsystems introduces a specialized RISC-V microcontroller for touch-controlled LED interfaces; ➁ Two versions are available, one for industrial and one for automotive use; ➂ The microcontroller features an LED matrix driver, touch controller, and sound feedback capabilities.

➀ This article introduces a two-phase power meter reference design featuring a high-performance analog front end and an embedded programmable gain amplifier, enhancing precision and cost-efficiency in energy measurement; ➁ The design is based on the Kinetis M series microcontrollers from NXP Semiconductors, designed for smart single-phase and two-phase energy meters; ➂ The design includes features like tamper detection, low-power modes, and AMI expansion headers for advanced metering infrastructure and remote control functionalities.

➀ Thomas Goff organized a contest comparing the 555 timer IC with a microcontroller (PIC12) for DC motor control; ➁ The microcontroller used was an eight-bit Microchip PIC12F1840 with an internal oscillator to reduce components; ➂ Goff utilized the PIC12's built-in ADC and PWM generator, coding in MPLAB IDE with the native C library or Arduino framework; ➃ The 555 timer circuit consists of a sawtooth waveform generator and a comparator stage; ➄ The article includes a detailed write-up with schematics, videos, and results of the showdown.

➀ This article discusses the RGB LED lighting reference design developed by NXP Semiconductors. It highlights the board's features, such as microcontroller and high-voltage analog components, and its applications in automotive and industrial sectors. ➁ The S12ZVL32-LED board, featuring a 16-bit S12 MagniV S12ZVL microcontroller and LIN interface, is ideal for space-constrained automotive LIN nodes. ➂ The article also mentions the S12ZVL family's memory options and its integration of features from the S12 portfolio.

➀ Pimoroni has introduced a new wireless development board, Pico Plus 2 W, with the Raspberry Pi RP2350 microcontroller. It features 2.4GHz communication, Bluetooth, and 16Mbyte of flash. The board is designed to maintain compatibility with existing Pico add-ons. ➁ The RP2350 microcontroller offers dual Cortex-M33 cores and can be booted with RISC-V cores. Performance improvements include up to 2x faster MicroPython tests and 20x faster floating-point number crunching in C/C++. ➂ The board measures 53 x 21 x 9mm and operates on 3 – 5.5V power.

➀ Introduces Tio as a tool for serial device connection on Linux; ➁ Demonstrates installation and basic usage of Tio on a Raspberry Pi Pico 2; ➂ Explains how to specify connection settings and log serial data.

➀ Pico Jumbo is a larger version of the Raspberry Pi Pico 2, designed for educational purposes and comedy use. ➁ It features oversized components for better visibility and easier debugging in classrooms. ➂ The device supports various programming languages and can be used with croc clips or screws for secure connections.

➀ The reference design provides a scalable and reliable power sequencing solution for modern industrial automation systems using a microcontroller and discrete DC/DC regulators. ➁ It features a dual-monitoring system to ensure robust power management and includes an intuitive GUI for easy programming of power-on and power-off delays. ➂ The design, tested by Renesas, comes with comprehensive documentation and supports a wide input voltage range, making it versatile for various industrial applications.

➀ The Raspberry Pi Pico 2 features dual RISC-V Hazard3 cores, alongside Arm Cortex-M33 cores, selectable at boot time. ➁ It includes enhanced security features such as Arm TrustZone, signed boot, and hardware TRNG. ➂ The board supports both FreeRTOS and Zephyr operating systems, expanding its application possibilities.