Recent #Software news in the semiconductor industry

2 months ago

➀ A student at the University of Applied Sciences in Hagen, Melanie Welp, has developed a contactless timing system for Paralympic swimming to prevent injury from head impacts.

➁ The prototype uses an ultrasonic sensor to measure the time at six meters and 50 centimeters before the edge of the pool.

➂ The system has been tested and shown to be possible without causing injury to swimmers.

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2 months ago

➀ The article discusses a reference design for drone electronic speed controllers (ESCs), focusing on the STEVAL-ESC001V1 by ST Microelectronics, designed specifically for entry-level commercial drones.

➁ The design supports three-phase brushless (BLDC) and permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM), with a peak current handling capacity of up to 30A, powered by 6S LiPo batteries or similar DC sources.

➂ Key features include an advanced sensorless field-oriented control (FOC) algorithm, support for motor parameter optimization via the ST Motor Profiler, and integrated safety features like overcurrent and overvoltage protection, making it suitable for small UAVs and RC vehicles.

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2 months ago

➀ A trawler caught 7 1/2 times as much fish as with conventional driftnet methods using new electronic fish-finding equipment developed by Kelvin and Hughes (Marine) limited;

➁ The story dates back to 65 years ago, when CERES (Combined Echo Ranging Echo Sounding) equipment was introduced;

➂ CERES combined echo-ranging and echo-sounding to improve fishing efficiency.

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2 months ago

➀ Ed向他的日记透露,执政不到一年的工党政府正在削减福利预算;

➁ 总理认为Ed是一个多面手,经常找他解决问题,Ed成了他的跑腿;

➂ 总理希望Ed帮助解决长期病假人员的问题,以减少福利预算开支,并避免政府形象受损。

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2 months ago

➀ This article discusses a validated reference design for Gigabit Ethernet front-end solutions, which is essential for high-speed data transmission in various applications like industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics.

➁ The design by Wurth Elektronik incorporates key components such as transformers, common-mode chokes, and capacitors to ensure signal integrity and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC).

➂ The reference design is adaptable for multiple applications and includes detailed schematics and layout guidelines to help engineers optimize their designs for signal integrity and thermal management.

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2 months ago

➀ Softbank has acquired Ampere, an Arm-based server chip designer, for $6.5 billion.

➁ Ampere's technology originates from the Arm-based server processors of Applied Micro Circuit Corp (AMCC), which was acquired by MACOM in 2016.

➂ Softbank's acquisition of Ampere aligns with its mission to build AI chips and its recent purchase of Graphcore to enhance IC design expertise.

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2 months ago

➀ Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed an AI-powered robot capable of preparing coffee in a busy kitchen setting. This innovation combines advanced AI, sensitive sensors, and precise motor skills to navigate complex environments more effectively than traditional robots.

➁ The new system features a robotic arm with seven movable joints that can interpret verbal instructions, assess its surroundings, and perform tasks like finding a mug, opening drawers, and mixing coffee with water.

➂ The robot's adaptive technology ensures smooth operation even when faced with unexpected changes, such as objects being moved during task execution. This advancement highlights the potential for robots with advanced intelligence to take on more complex human tasks.

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2 months ago

➀ Texas Instruments (TI) has released new power-management chips aimed at meeting the rising power demands of modern data centers, particularly for high-performance computing and AI applications.

➁ These chips, including the TPS1685 and integrated GaN power stages, offer enhanced protection, higher density, and improved efficiency, with a focus on reducing size by 50% compared to traditional hot-swap controllers.

➂ TI's innovations are designed to support data center engineers, power system architects, and hardware developers in creating more sustainable and energy-efficient data center infrastructures.

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2 months ago

➀ Nvidia的年度GPU技术大会(GTC)正在举行,黄仁勋将发表主题演讲。

➁ 预计黄仁勋将宣布Blackwell 300 AI GPU和更多产品。

➂ B300系列AI GPU预计将在今年下半年推出,下一代Rubin AI GPU预计将于2026年推出。

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➀ This article introduces a Raspberry Pi Pico system designed for a sound-effect pedal for electric guitar;

➁ The system, called the Gesture Controller, uses three angles of control (Yaw, Pitch, and Roll) to manipulate MIDI parameters;

➂ It utilizes a 6-axis AHRS IMU sensor and 3D printing technology, with the software coded in Python using Adafruit’s MIDI library.

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➀ Researchers developed lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) to deliver mRNA encoding the KRAS G12D neoantigen and cGAMP to reprogram the liver's immune environment and generate an antitumor response against metastatic pancreatic cancer.

➁ The LNPs successfully activated the type I interferon pathway, leading to the generation of CD8+ cytotoxic T cells capable of recognizing and attacking metastatic cancer cells.

➂ The study suggests that combining KRAS mRNA with a STING agonist strengthens the immune response against PDAC and offers a more effective approach than traditional immunotherapies.

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2 months ago

➀ Ed reflects on the sources of €1trn and his strategy to secure a share of it;

➁ Ed discusses the possibility of the US raising €800 billion for 'ReArm Europe' and €200 billion for 'InvestAI';

➂ Ed's assignment to the EU as 'Digital Envoy' and his plan to spend on meals and indulgences to identify influential figures in the spending of the funds.

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2 months ago

➀ A research team led by Professor Kyu-Young Park from POSTECH has developed technology to significantly increase the lifespan and energy density of electric vehicle (EV) batteries;

➁ The technology involves a 'nano-spring coating' technique that improves battery stability and performance;

➂ The research is published in ACS Nano and has the potential to revolutionize EV battery technology.

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3 months ago

➀ A new type of miniaturized pumps and valves using ultra-thin silicon films is presented at the Hannover Messe, developed by researchers at Saarland University. These pumps and valves operate without air pressure, motors, and lubricants, and can be operated in clean rooms. The team demonstrates a prototype of a new vacuum pump that can draw a vacuum up to 300 millibars.

➁ The technology is cost-effective, lightweight, and energy-efficient compared to current methods, with a 400 times lower energy consumption compared to conventional air-driven valves.

➂ The researchers have developed a novel actuator and pump technology that can be used in various applications, including robotic grippers, speakers, smart textiles, and haptic feedback.

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3 months ago

➀ The UK Space Agency has awarded £1.8 million to SatixFy for the development of a software suite for digital satellite payloads.

➁ The software aims to enable flexible, adaptive, and intelligent satellite networks for LEO, MEO, and GEO payloads.

➂ The project is part of the C-LEO programme and is designed to support the rapid growth of the global space sector.

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