Technology trends in flash MCUs
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2009-05-08 |
| Read about the previous technology trends and the new requirements of the next generations of this technology. |
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Design an efficient programmable I2C slave
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2007-05-02 |
| The latest MCUs make it feasible to include programmable I2C slaves in low-cost systems. |
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Hunting for bugs in real-world applications
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2006-07-10 |
| As applications become more complex, debugging becomes more challenging and time-consuming. |
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FPGA-to-ASIC integration provides flexibility in auto MCUs
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2006-12-08 |
| The primary benefit of using MCUs has been high level system integration combined with relatively low cost. However, there are hidden costs associated with these devices well beyond the unit price. |
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Hunting for bugs in real-world applications
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2006-07-10 |
| As applications become more complex, debugging becomes more challenging and time-consuming. |
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Denser, smaller, better 8bit devices emerge
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2005-03-16 |
| Denser, smaller, better 8bit devices emerge |
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Technique yields precise calibration of dual-slope ADCs
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2007-12-31 |
| This article explains the use of "offset flipping" for on-the-fly calibration of dual-slope ADC. |
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Achieve better home appliance safety with smart AC control design
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2007-05-04 |
| At least 60 percent of today's home appliances contain electronic devices, and almost 100 percent of "wet" appliances can say the same. This has changed the face of AC power controls. |
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| Addressing traditional radio design issues
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2011-10-10 |
| Know the considerations to make when designing an analogue-tuned, digital-display radio. |
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| HW/SW co-dev't with focus on software
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2012-01-13 |
| Here's a discussion on the problems of hardware/software co-development from the point of view of the software designer. |
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Wireless sensors streamline data
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2004-04-16 |
| Wireless sensors streamline data |
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Compilation techniques for PIC32
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2009-05-04 |
| Read about omniscient compilation that optimises based on a view of all modules, across the entire program. |
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Improve the transient immunity of microcontroller designs
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2006-11-15 |
| This article presents a tutorial on EMI, ESD and EFT problems in embedded designs and its possible solutions. |
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An introduction to Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (2)
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2008-10-23 |
| This second instalment on Adaptive Cruise Control looks at hardware, software and radar functionality—including handling multiple radar reflections and "ghosts." |
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Evolution of meters to lead the smart grid home
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2011-07-18 |
| The smart grid is still in the early stages of deployment, yet stakeholders from across the spectrum have committed to it. |
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Dual regulator typology needed to power modern cellphones
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2004-08-16 |
| POWER |
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Streaming solutions for IP-cameras
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2004-11-16 |
| Streaming solutions for IP-cameras |
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| Wearable training system gets it half right
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2007-10-31 |
| A tear-down analysis of Nike SDM Triax Elite, which is a four-piece set that is used while walking or running shows that the hardware seemed to do its job flawlessly, but the user interface designed into the software leaves a lot to be desired. |
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Cell balancing to maximize battery packs capacity
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2004-01-01 |
| POWER |
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An informal introduction to embedded Internet
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2003-06-16 |
| An informal introduction to embedded Internet |
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| Designing NAND flash memory sub-systems
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2008-11-24 |
| Several factors make the design of NAND flash memory sub-systems more challenging than ever. |
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Migrating from 8-/16- to 32-bit PIC
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2009-01-30 |
| Here's an insider's account of moving from Microchip's 16- to 32-bit PIC MCUs. |
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| Easing embedded processing development (Part 2)
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2011-08-22 |
| Here's a discussion on operating systems to help you understand whether one is needed for your system and which type (high-level or real-time) is best for your design. |
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Developing energy-sensitive apps
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2010-05-07 |
| For some medical and security devices, extended operation from a single battery becomes more than just a desirable feature in the specification: It is central to the entire product concept. |
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Eliminate power supply noise in automotive MCUs
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2011-06-27 |
| Learn about the steps to take to ensure that microcontrollers could able to handle supply non-linearity robustly. |
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| Grasping wireless sensor network concepts
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2011-08-22 |
| Know the basic concepts of wireless sensor networks and protocols, the essential elements comprising a wireless sensor, and some of the important design considerations for using them. |
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Choose the right FlexRay termination scheme
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2008-03-12 |
| Here's a description of some available software tools for configuring and setting up a FlexRay networking system for vehicles. |
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Analog vs. digital interleaving of PFC converters
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2009-09-02 |
| Enough has been discussed about the advantages of interleaved PFC; this article focuses on a comparison of the analog approach to the digital approach. |
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Drive towards scalable, flexible in-vehicle networking
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2008-06-16 |
| FPGAs and full IP solutions give automotive engineers options in optimising their electrical architectures. |
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Embedded trends: embedded solutions of the future (Part 3)
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2010-01-13 |
| Embedded solutions are everywhere, and most people don't even know it. Soon, even engineers won't be able to tell. Here's a look at the future of deeply embedded solutions. |
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