Recent #Software news in the semiconductor industry
➀ Greenerwave secured a €10 million contract from the French DGA to provide satellite connectivity for the Armed Forces, leveraging its multi-orbit terminals with Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) technology;
➁ The project, part of a collaboration with Airbus Defence and Space and Eutelsat OneWeb, aims to validate mobile satcom performance in vehicles using Ku-band and support France's sovereign connectivity goals via LEO and future IRIS² constellations;
➂ Greenerwave's software-driven approach reduces semiconductor dependency and power consumption, aligning with DGA's strategy to enhance military capabilities and promote domestic tech innovation.
➀ The Q1 enterprise WLAN market grew 10.6% quarter-over-quarter to $2.3 billion, driven by adoption of WiFi 6E (31.9% of AP revenues) and WiFi 7 (11.8%);
➁ Regional growth varied: Americas surged 15.2% YoY (led by the U.S. at 21%), EMEA rose 11% YoY, and APAC grew 1% YoY, with China declining 4.2%;
➂ Key players included Cisco (39.5% market share, $904.5M), HPE Aruba (15.9%, $363.9M), and Ubiquiti (11.7%, $267.4M with 50.9% YoY growth), while Huawei’s revenue dropped 10.7%.
➀ The EU will enforce a new energy label for smartphones and tablets starting June 2025, evaluating energy efficiency, durability, repairability, and requiring seven-year spare parts availability and software updates;
➁ Developed with Fraunhofer IZM, the label aims to extend device lifespans (e.g., smartphones from 3.0 to 4.1 years), cut e-waste, and save 14 TWh of energy annually by 2030;
➂ Future plans include expanding the initiative to laptops by 2028, reinforcing the EU’s focus on sustainable consumption and circular economy principles.
➀ Google has rolled out Android 16, prioritizing Pixel devices and publishing its source code via AOSP.
➁ Key updates include enhanced security (e.g., against Intent redirection), Material 3 design enforcement, camera improvements, and predictive back navigation.
➂ A minor Q4 2025 update is planned, but non-Pixel devices will likely see delayed Android 16 adoption.
➀ Botfellows GmbH, a spin-off from Fraunhofer IWU, introduces »Botfellows Dynamic Safety«, a software enabling industrial robots to operate without physical safety fences by dynamically adjusting speed based on human proximity;
➁ The solution integrates directly into robot controllers (e.g., Estun), ensuring safety while maintaining productivity through real-time sensor-camera monitoring and customizable human-robot collaboration modes;
➂ Key benefits include reduced costs, layout flexibility, and increased efficiency, showcased through live demos at automatica 2025.
➀ Botfellows GmbH introduces 'Botfellows Dynamic Safety,' a robotics software integrated into control systems, replacing physical safety fences with dynamic zones that adjust robot movements based on human proximity;
➁ The solution enables human-robot collaboration (HRC) in shared workspaces, enhancing productivity and flexibility in tasks like palletizing through coexistence, cooperation, and collaboration scenarios;
➂ Developed in partnership with Estun Automation, the software eliminates complex interfaces, reduces costs, and supports seamless industrial automation.
➀ The article lists 20 diverse MATLAB project ideas spanning image processing, audio compression, robotics, and artificial intelligence;
➁ Projects include vehicle number plate detection, neural network simulations, antenna design, and real-time face detection for educational and industrial applications;
➂ Each project includes practical implementation guidance with code examples, emphasizing MATLAB's versatility in electronics and signal processing domains.
➀ Current robotics focus excessively on AI software, neglecting mechanical design, leading to inefficiency and high energy consumption compared to biological organisms;
➀ The concept of 'embodied intelligence' emphasizes integrating physical design with environmental interactions to enhance robotic agility and reduce computational overhead;
➂ Soft robots made from flexible materials showcase 'physical control' mechanisms, utilizing material properties to minimize reliance on digital controllers and improve energy efficiency.
➀ TU Darmstadt publishes an insights paper addressing power grid stability amid increasing renewable energy integration and phase-out of traditional power plants;
➁ The paper highlights key technologies like grid-forming inverters, storage systems, and control methods to maintain system functions such as frequency stability;
➂ It provides policy recommendations for regulators and grid operators to advance the energy transition without compromising grid reliability.
➀ The error indicates a network connectivity failure between client and server, often due to TLS misconfiguration or server downtime;
➁ Possible causes include abrupt server termination, proxy timeout, or SSL handshake failure;
➂ Solutions involve checking server status, network policies, and TLS/SSL certificate validity.
➀ Learn to customize the GRUB boot menu using the GUI tool Grub Customizer on Ubuntu;
➁ Step-by-step guide covers installation, background image customization, and critical settings adjustments;
➂ Emphasizes backup precautions and compatibility checks for image formats to avoid boot failures.
➀ Demonstrates dual methods for Linux user management via GUI tools (Ubuntu settings) and terminal commands like adduser/deluser;
➁ Details essential operations including user creation, administrator privilege allocation, group management, and secure deletion with file cleanup;
➂ Highlights the importance of sudo permissions and Bash scripting potential for automated system administration tasks.
➀ Researchers at the University of Tartu repurposed old smartphones into compact 'tiny data centers' to reduce e-waste and enable real-time edge computing.
➀ The system, featuring 3D-printed casings and custom software, successfully monitored marine life underwater without human intervention.
➂ Potential applications extend to public transit optimization and other edge computing scenarios, offering a sustainable solution for obsolete devices.
➀ EAH Jena's rEAHlize initiative provides up to €7,500 in funding through the StartUp@EAH project to support early-stage startups in developing prototypes and market-ready solutions;
➁ Three funded projects include Variflow (a medical safety device for cardiac surgery), Travi (a travel app fostering global connections), and ARletT (an AR tool for enterprise training using XR technology);
➂ The StartUpLab Jena serves as a collaborative hub offering technical expertise, networking, and infrastructure to accelerate innovation.
➀ Fraunhofer IIS researchers developed JPEG XS, an ISO-standard video codec enabling high-quality, low-latency video transmission with minimal resource usage, earning the 2025 Joseph von Fraunhofer Prize;
➁ JPEG XS addresses challenges in professional media production, automotive (e.g., autonomous driving), and VR/AR by reducing data rates without quality loss, while supporting 12-16-bit color depth and Ethernet integration;
➂ The codec’s efficiency, real-time processing, and compatibility provide economic and technological advantages for studios, machine vision, and future applications in All-IP workflows.
➀ Percepio launches free TraceTool (Percepio View) for Zephyr RTOS debugging, offering timeline views, CPU load graphs, and custom tracepoints;
➁ Backed by Linux Foundation's Zephyr Project, the tool provides real-time system insights with a free tier and optional paid upgrades for advanced features like live streaming and memory profiling;
➂ Aims to improve embedded system reliability by simplifying debugging and optimization for developers.
➀ TUM ranks 7th globally in the 2025 "Digital Leaders in Higher Education" ranking by Emerging, making it the only EU university in the top 10;
➁ TUM secures 4th place in Computer Science and Digital Entrepreneurship, sharing the spotlight with institutions like Cambridge and MIT;
➂ The university also excels in employability rankings, student satisfaction, and Munich's recognition as a top student city.
➀ Technische Universität Chemnitz launches a new interdisciplinary bachelor’s program, Mensch – Umwelt – Technik (MUT), starting in winter 2025/26, aimed at fostering holistic understanding of societal, environmental, and technological challenges;
➁ The program integrates perspectives from engineering, social sciences, economics, and natural sciences, emphasizing practical learning through case studies, projects, and industry collaboration;
➂ Graduates can pursue careers in sustainable product development, environmental management, or further specialize via master’s programs in fields like mechanical engineering or electrical engineering.
➀ The COMS©Blue device, developed by Fraunhofer IZM, Piomic Medical, and reanmo, combines UV light and magnetic pulses to treat surgical site infections (SSIs), reducing reliance on antibiotics and enhancing healing.
➀ The compact device uses antibacterial UV light and stimulates microcirculation to combat resistant bacteria, while advanced thermal management ensures safe patient use.
➂ Supported by real-time data analytics software, this innovation aims to accelerate recovery and lower healthcare burdens, funded by Innosuisse and Germany’s Federal Ministry of Education and Research.