FTM 25-viii articles

The AIROC™ CYW5551x series chipsets from Infineon, which offer superior coverage thanks to a large link budget and various range-extending features, support smart control functions in lighting, building automation, and consumer devices.

The STMicroelectronics STM32WBA5MMG, a complete multi-protocol system including crystals and antenna, is supplied pre-certified, and is backed by a software package including radio protocol stacks.

The 6780 series of connectors from KYOCERA AVX provides a standards-compliant way to produce single-pair Ethernet equipment, simplifying network architectures and lowering bill-of-materials and installation costs.

The 64-bit RZ/G3E microprocessor, which integrates a quad-core CPU, a neural processing unit (NPU), high-speed connectivity and advanced graphics, is capable of running a human-machine interface (HMI) with a full HD display.

The MPQ2645 from Monolithic Power Systems is a battery charger IC which provides superior charge distribution across a battery of up to five cells. It supports various lithium battery chemistries, as well as supercapacitors.

Across applications as varied as electric vehicle (EV) charging, secure print management, and physical access control, the right RFID reader can play a valuable role in the system’s functionality and security while promoting compliance with relevant standards.

Nordic Semiconductor has launched the nRF54L series of wireless systems-on-chip (SoCs), offering even lower power consumption, faster processing and longer battery run-time than its earlier nRF52 series.

The Hirose DF40 series of connectors, available in board-to-board and FPC-to-board configurations, supports high-speed applications with a 10 Gbits/s data rate and conformity to USB4^® v2.0 specifications.

The STMicroelectronics MLPF-WL-xxD3 family integrates the multiple passive components required for matching and filter circuits for a sub-1 GHz radio into a single compact chip.

The PD77718 power manager and PD77010 power controller from Microchip provide highly integrated solutions for power-over-Ethernet (PoE), giving designers an easy way to implement the technology and comply with IEEE 802.3 standards.

The DPC6137 optocoupler series from Diodes Incorporated, which features a high isolation rating, has various safety approvals certifying its suitability for use in industrial and computing equipment.

The MPM3695-20 from Monolithic Power Systems is a compact module which can step down a nominal 12 V input to provide a point-of-load power supply to an FPGA, ASIC or other board-level component.

The 2.4GHz ST67W611M1 wireless module from STMicroelectronics integrates all the RF circuitry and protocol firmware to implement Wi-Fi or Bluetooth networking, to simplify adding wireless capability to embedded system designs.

The NANE-W series from NIC Components provide a ready-made solution for systems requiring an external antenna. These whip antennas can be rotated to provide mechanical flexibility in assembly and installation.

The CT455 from Allegro MicroSystems is suitable for use in measuring current in power-conversion applications that use wide bandgap semiconductors, and handles fast-switching behavior while maintaining high measurement accuracy.

The RECOM RACM30-K series ac-dc converters operate on mains-voltage inputs, offer enclosed and open-frame formats, and may be used as power supplies in medical equipment and other safety-conscious applications.

The MP6602 from Monolithic Power Systems provides a small and integrated solution for bipolar or unipolar microstepping motors which draw up to 4A per phase.

The SZSMF6L series from Littelfuse provides excellent clamping characteristics to give protection against voltage surges in a wide range of vehicle systems, from lighting to power distribution to electric motors.

The NCN26000 multi-drop Ethernet transceiver and NCN26010 controller from onsemi offer high noise immunity, maintaining reliable connectivity over a long range even in noisy industrial environments.

The robust STMicroelectronics ST4E1240 and ST4E1216 transceiver ICs are ideal for factory automation equipment, industrial robots and telecoms infrastructure thanks to the high signal integrity and integrated ESD protection.

The RL78/L23 microcontroller from Renesas offers display and touch-sensing control capabilities. The MCU features various power-saving innovations which make it suitable for use in battery-powered systems.

The differential sensing technology in the MA980 from Monolithic Power Systems provides high immunity to interference from stray magnetic fields, to produce stable performance in magnetically noisy environments.

The BM6GD11BFJ-LB from ROHM provides high isolation to protect the control circuit from the high voltages handled by the latest gallium nitride (GaN) power switches in applications such as server power supplies and industrial motors.

The new STM32WBA6 series from STMicroelectronics with embedded 2.4GHz radio provides a convenient, low-power way to implement wireless applications for smart home, health, factory, and agriculture equipment.

The wide range of antennas from TE Connectivity includes the 2108851-1, a small chip antenna which provides broad coverage across the frequency band used for ultra-wideband (UWB) radio equipment for positioning and range-finding.

The OPTIGA^TM Trust M tamper-resistant security solution from Infineon is based on Common Criteria EAL6+ certified hardware, and can be used with any MCU or application processor to enhance the security of IoT designs.

The Vishay CH series of resistors benefits from proprietary design features and a high-quality assembly process to produce stable operation even in demanding automotive operating conditions.

The MPXG2100 regulator from Monolithic Power Systems integrates a primary-side gallium nitride (GaN) switch with a secondary-side controller, and allows for optocoupler-less feedback.

The TWN4 Palon Compact series from ELATEC provides various ways for OEMs to build multi-frequency RFID reader functionality into equipment, including with a board-mount module or panel-mount device.

The Type 2LL from Murata is a dual-band Wi-Fi^® 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth^® 5.4 and IEEE 802.15.4 wireless module which provides strong security protection for data transmitted over the air.

Microchip has launched the MPLAB^® AI Coding Assistant, which provides code writing and debugging tools, and a chatbot for personalized support and advice for developers of embedded systems running on Microchip products. 

The TSC1801 from STMicroelectronics provides guaranteed low measurement error, enabling designers to build power or battery management systems without elaborate compensation algorithms.

The MSS-IO switch from SCHURTER differs from conventional push-button switches in having no mechanical actuator. Its sealed surface is easy to clean, making the switch ideal for use in hygiene-conscious applications.