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Ampere’s 128-Core Processor Challenges Intel and AMD in a Cloud-Based Processor Showdown

Intel and AMD have historically been the leaders of data-intensive processors. But now, Ampere's Altra Max 128-core processor may beat out the two in managing data center workloads.

About 19 hours ago by Antonio Anzaldua Jr.

AI-Accelerating Software Gives FPGAs a Leg Up on GPUs

Xilinx recently tapped a startup for its AI accelerating software platform. In what ways might this platform add extra benefits for FPGAs in contrast to GPUs?

one day ago by Jake Hertz

A New Build Approach For More Efficient Chip Logic Switches

Scientists devise a silicon-compatible method to employ quantum-mechanical “spins” to convey digital information.

4 days ago by Gary Elinoff

Introduction to Analog and Digital Electronics

This video tutorial explores important topics that allow us to divide integrated circuits into two broad categories.

June 21, 2020 by Robert Keim

Nokia Taps Three Major Chip Vendors for Customized 5G Chipset

With 5G around the corner, Nokia is boosting SoC processing power and intelligence with the help of Broadcom, Marvell, and Intel.

June 17, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Hackers Often Target Flash Memory. New NOR Flash Devices Introduce Extra Layers of Protection

In a move that shows the power of the Infineon-Cypress duo, the companies introduce what they term the "world’s most advanced, secured NOR Flash memory."

June 16, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

A New Programmable IC Opens Doors for Customizing Motor Drive Applications

What happens when you combine both configurable logic and configurable analog with high-voltage outputs?

June 15, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

A New Technique Utilizing Carbon Nanotube Transistors Aims for More Energy-Efficient 3D Microprocessors

Recent research from MIT demonstrates that carbon nanotube transistors (CNTs) can be made “swiftly” in commercial facilities, paving the way for the commercialization of more energy-efficient 3D microprocessors.

June 08, 2020 by Luke James

Has the Modern Data Center Outstripped I2C and SMBus? I3C May Be the Answer

An upgrade in serial communication interfaces may be in order. Renesas is stepping up to support the transition.

June 05, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

JESD204B vs. JESD204C: What Designers Need to Know

Learn how the updated serial standard, JESD204C, addresses lane speed as well as inefficient 8B/10B coding and the impact those changes have when working on high-speed data converter board designs.

June 02, 2020 by Richard Zarr, Texas Instruments

ADI Makes Big Swing for Industry 4.0 with First Software-Configurable Industrial I/Os

Two new I/O solutions bring remote programmability to building control and industrial automation.

May 29, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Arm Ramps Up 5G Portfolio With New CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs

With an eye on 5G at the hardware level, Arm is attracting notice from Facebook, Snapchat, Google, and Netflix.

May 28, 2020 by Antonio Anzaldua Jr.

The Features and Applications of LPC5500 Series Microcontrollers

Learn about the LPC5500 series of MCUs, including specs and features, available resources, and applications, which range from automated robots to industrial HMI.

May 28, 2020 by Mark Dunnett, on Behalf of NXP

Xilinx’s New Customizable FPGA for Data Centers is “Born to Run”

With an increasing burden on networking systems, Xilinx has unveiled a new FPGA with high data processing and flexibility to meet evolving connectivity standards.

May 26, 2020 by Robin Mitchell

Industry’s First Space-Grade 20 nm FPGA Can Be Reprogrammed Mid-Orbit

No need to come back to earth for reconfiguration. Xilinx's new Kintex UltraScale FPGA can be reprogrammed mid-orbit.

May 20, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

COVID-19 Puts Spotlight on Open-Source RISC-V Cores, IP

Remote work during this pandemic has shed light anew on the virtues of RISC-V, which has just gotten more accessible.

May 20, 2020 by Antonio Anzaldua Jr.

Maxim Integrated Digital Class-D Amplifier | New Product Brief

This New Product Brief (NPB) is part of a video series highlighting the features, applications, and technical specs of newly-released products.

May 16, 2020 by Mouser Electronics

Smart Speakers Digitize All Input, Zap Battery. A New ML Analog Chip Has “Selective Hearing”

Always-on devices zap battery when digital processors analyze 100% of input. A machine-learning analog chip can save power by only activating for selective input.

May 15, 2020 by Gary Elinoff

Micron Digital Claims to Have Eliminated Drifting in IMUs

The company claims that they have developed a drift-free inertial measurement unit (IMU), which would be the world’s first if true.

May 11, 2020 by Luke James

Molex Contrinex Inductive and Photoelectric Sensors | Digital Datasheet

AAC’s Digital Datasheet video series introduces the specs and applications of components—both new and familiar—straight from their datasheets.

May 11, 2020 by Molex Incorporated

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Ampere’s 128-Core Processor Challenges Intel and AMD in a Cloud-Based Processor Showdown

AI-Accelerating Software Gives FPGAs a Leg Up on GPUs

A New Build Approach For More Efficient Chip Logic Switches

Introduction to Analog and Digital Electronics

Nokia Taps Three Major Chip Vendors for Customized 5G Chipset

Hackers Often Target Flash Memory. New NOR Flash Devices Introduce Extra Layers of Protection

A New Programmable IC Opens Doors for Customizing Motor Drive Applications

A New Technique Utilizing Carbon Nanotube Transistors Aims for More Energy-Efficient 3D Microprocessors

Has the Modern Data Center Outstripped I2C and SMBus? I3C May Be the Answer

JESD204B vs. JESD204C: What Designers Need to Know

ADI Makes Big Swing for Industry 4.0 with First Software-Configurable Industrial I/Os

Arm Ramps Up 5G Portfolio With New CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs

The Features and Applications of LPC5500 Series Microcontrollers

Xilinx’s New Customizable FPGA for Data Centers is “Born to Run”

Industry’s First Space-Grade 20 nm FPGA Can Be Reprogrammed Mid-Orbit

COVID-19 Puts Spotlight on Open-Source RISC-V Cores, IP

Maxim Integrated Digital Class-D Amplifier | New Product Brief

Smart Speakers Digitize All Input, Zap Battery. A New ML Analog Chip Has “Selective Hearing”

Micron Digital Claims to Have Eliminated Drifting in IMUs

Molex Contrinex Inductive and Photoelectric Sensors | Digital Datasheet

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Ampere’s 128-Core Processor Challenges Intel and AMD in a Cloud-Based Processor Showdown

AI-Accelerating Software Gives FPGAs a Leg Up on GPUs

A New Build Approach For More Efficient Chip Logic Switches

Introduction to Analog and Digital Electronics

Nokia Taps Three Major Chip Vendors for Customized 5G Chipset

Hackers Often Target Flash Memory. New NOR Flash Devices Introduce Extra Layers of Protection

A New Programmable IC Opens Doors for Customizing Motor Drive Applications

A New Technique Utilizing Carbon Nanotube Transistors Aims for More Energy-Efficient 3D Microprocessors

Has the Modern Data Center Outstripped I2C and SMBus? I3C May Be the Answer

JESD204B vs. JESD204C: What Designers Need to Know

ADI Makes Big Swing for Industry 4.0 with First Software-Configurable Industrial I/Os

Arm Ramps Up 5G Portfolio With New CPUs, GPUs, and NPUs

The Features and Applications of LPC5500 Series Microcontrollers

Xilinx’s New Customizable FPGA for Data Centers is “Born to Run”

Industry’s First Space-Grade 20 nm FPGA Can Be Reprogrammed Mid-Orbit

COVID-19 Puts Spotlight on Open-Source RISC-V Cores, IP

Maxim Integrated Digital Class-D Amplifier | New Product Brief

Smart Speakers Digitize All Input, Zap Battery. A New ML Analog Chip Has “Selective Hearing”

Micron Digital Claims to Have Eliminated Drifting in IMUs

Molex Contrinex Inductive and Photoelectric Sensors | Digital Datasheet

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