Total USB solution eases interfacing peripherals
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2000-03-20 |
| This paper introduces the EZ-USB, a family of 8-bit microcontrollers optimized for full-speed (12Mbps) USB applications. As the name implies, the architecture is designed for "Ease of Use" and takes care of the majority of the USB protocol in hardware, allowing the designer to focus on developing his application function. |
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| The art of capacitive touch sensing
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2006-07-17 |
| Touch sensors have been around for years. But recent advances in mixed-signal programmable devices are making capacitance-based touch sensors a practical and value-added alternative to mechanical switches in many consumer products. |
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| SRAMs redefine datacom, handset memory landscape
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2005-10-03 |
| To sustain longer battery life, SRAMs need to provide the performance necessary to achieve higher bandwidth and low power |
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| Programmable SoC For Wireless, Handheld, Data Communication And Industrial System Designs
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2001-03-26 |
| This paper presents some high-speed Programmable SoC (PSoC) devices that include programmable digital and analog function blocks designed for wireless, handheld, datacom and industrial applications. |
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| Beat the SoC challenge with a tuner
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2008-01-02 |
| Custom integrated SoC designs are a great way to replace multiple individual ICs and support circuitry. The benefits are many: you save space, you save power, you save money. However, there is a challenge to overcome. |
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| Sampling 16-channel SAR with 8-channel PSoC
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2014-08-21 |
| Here is how to build a 1Mbit/s 16-channel successive approximation register-based ADC with a Cypress PSoC 4, which has a built-in SAR multiplexer but only supports eight channels. |
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| Converting wide, parallel data buses to high speed serial links
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1999-04-08 |
| This paper looks at the benefits of converting parallel buses to high speed serial links and uses the Cypress HOTLink chipset in an ATM switch application as an example. Layout techniques and design considerations are covered including error detection and correction, performance of various cable media, maximum cable length, handling jitter and clock and data recovery (CDR) circuits. |
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| Various ways of controlling EMC
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2012-05-22 |
| Hardware engineers should deal with electromagnetic compatibility during the pc board design phase to ensure a system free of EMC faults. |
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| Utilising FRAMs in automotive applications
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2015-07-21 |
| FRAMs can be used for nonvolatile data logging in most automotive sub systems. This technical article discusses the use of FRAM in Automotive Event Data Recorders. |
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| Utilising ASOS for the Internet of Things (Part 2)
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2014-07-29 |
| The second instalment of this series focuses on creating the SynthOS project file, which is a text file defined by the user and has the name project.sop. |
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| Utilising ARM Cortex-M based SoCs (Part 2)
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2014-07-28 |
| The second instalment compares the capabilities of a standard microcontroller approach to the design of an embedded application to that of a system on chip approach. |
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| Utilising ARM Cortex-M based SoCs (Part 1)
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2014-07-17 |
| Learn how internal SoC peripherals, such as an op-amp, ADC, PWM, and most importantly a processor core, are used to develop a system with the least number of components on the PCB. |
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| Utilise PSoC for heart rate monitor
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2013-12-26 |
| Read about a heart rate monitor design using programmable system-on-a-chip. |
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| Using optical finger navigation for smartphones
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2012-01-06 |
| Here's a discussion on optical finger navigation for use in smartphone user interfaces. It also tackles how to take advantage of spatial detection algorithms for better image correlation, higher reliability, simpler assembly, and less power consumption. |
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| Use spread spectrum clock generators for EMI reduction in digital systems (Part 2)
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2011-09-05 |
| Read about the types of spread (down, center, and up); and the precautions to be aware of when using a spread spectrum clock. |
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| Use spread spectrum clock generators for EMI reduction in digital systems (Part 1)
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2011-09-01 |
| Spread spectrum clock generators can be used to manage and suppress EMI. However, designers must be aware of the tradeoffs that come along with it. |
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| USB batt charging protocols in Android-based design
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2015-02-20 |
| Here is a walk-through on the process of incorporating effective power management into a design using the Android distribution of the Linux operating system. |
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| USB 3.0 vs USB 2.0: Reference at a glance
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2014-12-23 |
| USB 3.0 is the third major version of the Universal Serial Bus standard for computer connectivity. In this article, we share a summary of important differences between USB 2.0 and USB 3.0. |
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| Understanding key specs in reliable capacitive touchscreens
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2010-03-26 |
| This article explores key touchscreen performance parameters, critical touchscreen design features, significant design trade-offs and key issues product designers must consider when choosing their touchscreen. |
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| Understanding ADC input resistance and sampling
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2015-04-16 |
| Learn how the input resistance of an analog-to-digital converter depends on the architecture and how to derive a mathematical function for it in a given case. |
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| Understand perfect pseudo-differential input ADCs
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2013-02-28 |
| Read about a practical application of the time realignment filtering technique. |
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| The role of BLE in wearable IoT designs
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2014-11-27 |
| Discover why the Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) specification is emerging as the best wireless protocol for use in wearable Internet of Things devices. |
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| The lowdown on power line communication
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2012-01-02 |
| Here's a discussion on power line communication and its segments, applications, and challenges. |
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| SRAMs in nextgen IoT and wearable embedded designs
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2014-12-19 |
| In this article, we will discuss the technology advances that necessitate SRAMs and also the evolving trends in SRAM technology that make it ready to service the needs of the future. |
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| Speed meets power in asynchronous SRAMs
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2015-01-20 |
| At present, the asynchronous SRAM landscape is divided between two distinct product familiesfast and low power. This article tackles how to bridge this gap between speed and power. |
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| Simplify IoT connectivity of embedded devices
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2013-10-24 |
| Learn how new tools allow developers to introduce TCP/IP to systems without having to work with low-level implementation details. |
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| Shenzhen home to kindred entrepreneurial spirits
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2001-04-01 |
| Ling Shi and Dong Tao are kindred examples of a new spirit of entrepreneurialism taking root in Shenzhen, the Chinese boomtown just across the border from Hong Kong. |
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| Selecting the appropriate synchronous SRAM for your app
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2012-03-22 |
| Know the factors to consider when choosing the optimal synchronous SRAM for your application. |
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| Selecting memory for high performance FPGA platforms
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2016-05-04 |
| Given the competitive advantage a few nanoseconds can make, the type of memory used is also a critical aspect when building a custom FPGA-based solution. |
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| Precisely measure signals in weigh scale
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2012-01-12 |
| Here's how to measure this signal levels accurately to meet the requirements of precision measurement for weighing scales. |
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