Embedded Computing Design

Samtec, Inc. released its HSEC6-DV Series of PCIe 6.0 capable Generate high-speed edge card socket solution for 64 Gbps PAM4 (32 Gbps NRZ) applications. The HSEC6-DV utilizes typical PCIe 6.0 AI hardware designs connecting motherboard to supplemental cards. For signal reliability and lifecycle extension, the HSEC6-DV is delivered with Edge Rate contacts in a variant pair configuration on a 0.60 mm pitch.

Pleasanton, California. Alif Semiconductor is now offering its entire 32-bit microcontroller and fusion processor catalogue for global distribution. The Alif Ensemble family utilizes single-core and dual-core RTOS MCUs leveraging Arm Cortex-M55 CPUs with optional Arm Ethos-U55 microNPUs for 10x AI/ML performance when compared to similar 32-bit MCUs.* Also available are triple- and quad-core fusion processors with Cortex-A32 CPUs for Linux and other operating systems.

Norwood, Massachusetts. United Electronic Industries (UEI) introduced its ISO 17025 compliant 6.5 Digit Digital MultiMeter DNx-DMM-261 I/O board delivering digital multimeter (DMM) functionality to UEI’s rugged chassis series. The board leverages UEIDAQ Framework for the ability to utilize the most recognized operating systems and programming languages. 

Sunnyvale, California. Intrinsic ID announced its QuiddiKey 400 solution, meeing the demands of ISO 26262 Automotive Safety Integrity Level (ASIL) B fault metric and ASIL D for systematics failures. The hardware-based root-of-trust (RoT) utilizes SRAM PUF technology for strict security measures. “Security threats are everywhere. This is particularly true for safety-sensitive markets like the automotive industry,” said Pim Tuyls, CEO of Intrinsic ID.

Imagimob released its complete machine learning (ML) IMAGIMOB Ready Models requiring zero or limited engineering expertise for near plug-and-play with current microcontrollers like PSoC 6. “This is a much easier way for companies to begin their ML journeys—they don’t have to make such a big investment to start using it on their edge devices,” says Anders Hardebring, CEO at Imagimob.

Miami, Florida. Klika Tech earned the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Advertising and Marketing Technology Competency in Digital Customer Experience. As an AWS Partner Network (APN) member, Kilka Tech has proven its technical proficiency and customer success in its AWS cloud solutions. 

Uppsala, Sweden. IAR is now supporting NXP Semiconductors’ S32M2 motor control for software-defined electric vehicles within its IAR Embedded Workbench for Arm. According to IAR, the solution provides a next level compiler and debugger for S32M2 devices that are based on Arm Cortex-M microcontroller cores. Integrated within the C/C++ suite is also the ability to monitor power consumption for more sustainable options.

Cincoze released its new panel PC series, the P2202+CV/CS/CO Series powered by Intel’s Core U-series (Alder Lake-P) processor. There are currently two models in the family, the P2202 and the P2202E (PCIe expansion 75W). Memory consists of 64GB of DDR5 4800MHz inside a 254.5 x 190 x 41.5 mm form factor.

Chesham, Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom. Sundance Multiprocessor Technology released a new module combining Microchip’s PolarFire SoC MPFS250T from Trenz Electronic and Sundance’s open-source EMC²-DP PC104 SoM Carrier (40mm x 50mm). Sundance believes the solution will revolutionize the PC104 standard with the power and precision from Microchip and the flexibility and open-source of its EMC²-DP PC104 SoM Carrier.

 

Uppsala, Sweden. IAR CTO, Anders Holmberg, offered the following perspective on what free costs, “Free tools may seem like a good idea, but they often result in higher long-term costs due to inefficiencies and the need for additional resources to compensate for their limitations.” To help combat lost money, when trying to save, IAR released its Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculator to its Embedded Workbench.

IC Nexus released its 150mm x102mm SBC3800 single board computer (SBC) utilizing Rockchip’s RK3588 A76+quad-cortex A55 processor at 2.4Ghz while supporting multiple displays. Facial analysis is processed using a neural processing unit (NPU) performing up to 6 Tops with connectivity options of Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0.

 

Wincomm released its 19”-24” Raptor Lake Medical AI Panel PC WMP-19S/22S/24S series leveraging Intel 13th Gen. Core i9/i7/i5 processor with 35W(max), 24/16/14 cores, MXM graphic card slot ready for A4500/A2000/A1000, IP65 front, dual video-in/out ports design, 250W power supply, optional UPS battery, and a PCIex4 expansion slotMXM GPU Card / UPS Battery Inside.

Ismaning, Germany. Kontron is designing a COM-HPC Mini module centered on the COM-HPC 1.2 standard approved by PICMG. The COM-HPC Mini is marketed as having a generous enhancement in performance. New applications are possible by broader scalability while the module only measures 95 mm x 70 mm.

Battle Ground, Washington. Signal Hound has released the portable SP145 spectrum analyzer with 200 GHz/sec sweep speed, 40 MHz streaming bandwidth, and –160 dBm displayed noise average. Included is an integrated GPS for edge environments with power via a USB-C for RF data acquisition.

Kirkland, Washington. Alliance Memory is expanding its 3V multiple input/output serial NOR flash memory products by welcoming its 4Mb (AS25F304MD-10S1IN) and 16Mb (AS25F316MQ-10S1IN) devices in the SOP8 Narrow Body (150mils) package. The devices have a read performance of 104MHz with accelerated program and erase times down to 1.1ms (4Mb) and 2.6ms (16Mb).

Patras, Greece. Irida Labs announced its Smart Cities & Spaces Vision AI Suite. The Smart Cities & Spaces Suite tackles the challenge of the Proof of Concept (PoC) cycle with a collection of collaborating off-the-shelf solutions powered by the PerCV.ai Platform.
 

Lauta, Germany. PLS Programmierbare Logik & Systeme’s Universal Debug Engine (UDE) now supports NXP Semiconductors’ S32M2 motor control addressing power challenges with high voltage analog features including MOSFET gate pre-drivers, LIN or CAN FD, and voltage regulators. The S32M2 leverages Arm Cortex-M4 or -M7 cores.

Wilk Elektronik SA’s, Goodram Industrial, released its DDR5 memory modules with a frequency of 5600 MHz. Goodram claims the new modules offer up to 50% faster data transmission when juxtaposed with previous DDR4 modules. The DDR5 has enhanced energy efficiency that sees a reduction of 15% (DDR4) while the modules operate at a mere 1.1V, aiding in the overall temperature of the device.

Pro-face released its user-friendly STC6000 Human-Machine Interface (HMI) and Control family with integrated programmable Logic Controller (PLC) capabilities. Featured is a 5.7” high-resolution touch screen with flexible graphical interfaces. Network protocols are provided by OPC-UA, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP which are ideal for industrial automation.

Axiomtek announced its kiwi size KIWI310 Femto-ITX embedded board as one of the most compact industrial SBCs on the market. The 1.8” SBC utilizes x86 architecture powered by an Intel Celeron N3350 processor including support for Windows, Linux, and Android OS.