Design

STMicroelectronics’ AlgoBuilder tool takes the coding out of firmware development by letting users build sensor-control algorithms graphically with library modules, ready to compile and run on an STM32 MCU. Created to simplify development of IoT devices containing ST’s MEMS sensors and MCUs, AlgoBuilder helps get a proof-of-concept model up and running. Users can build their algorithms quickly and intuitively by dragging and dropping selected functions, connecting the blocks, and configuring properties.

The nRF52840 multi-protocol system-on-chip (SoC) from Nordic Semiconductor is in stock at Mouser Electronics. Based on Nordic’s nRF52 Series architecture and compatible with Nordic’s existing nRF52 Series, nRF51 Series, and nRF24 Series products, the ultra-low power SoC is one of the only single-chip solutions on the market to offer simultaneous Bluetooth 5 and Thread support, with Zigbee support coming soon.

3D Glass Solutions (3DGS) has released a glass-based RF integrated passive devices (IPDs) process design kit (PDK) specifically for NI AWR Design Environment customers.  Developed in collaboration with NI AWR software experts, the 3DGS IPD PDK enables the design of high-performance components for internet of things (IoT), LTE, 5G and satellite communications. 

The line between what is considered technology for telecommunications vs industrial control and other operations technology applications is becoming blurry. Software is being used in more instances across more industries because it provides a level of flexibility and cost savings like we’ve never seen before. Guest blog written by Jeff Gowan.

The MGM13P Mighty Gecko wireless mesh modules from Silicon Labs are now being shipped by Mouser Electronics. Based on the Silicon Labs EFR32MG13 Mighty Gecko system-on-chip (SoC), these modules are a pre-certified, multi-protocol solution for wireless networking.

Cypress Semiconductor has announced that its USB-C technology brings versatile connectivity and fast charging to Samsung’s DeX Pad, helping to deliver a full-screen desktop experience to Samsung DeX users. Samsung DeX is a service that provides a PC-like experience with mobile devices. The DeX Pad accessory provides easy connection to peripherals such as a monitor, keyboard and mouse to use Samsung DeX.

The SX1261 and SX1262 LoRa transceivers from Semtech are in stock at Mouser Electronics. Designed for extended battery life with just 4.2mA of active receive current consumption, the SX126x sub-GHz radio transceivers are ideal for long-range RF wireless applications and are fully compliant with the physical layer requirements of the LoRaWAN specification released by the LoRa Alliance.

Designers of 5G products must work with multiple technologies integrated into one module. To support this type of design, the software design environment must overcome the challenges associated with the use of several different physical technologies, as well as various board and module technologies. 

Availability and full design support capabilities for a Bluetooth module from Sierra Wireless have been announced by distributor Richardson RFPD. The BC118 certified Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) 4.1 module with integrated antenna is ideal for quickly and cost effectively adding simple, reliable low-energy data communication.

Conquer Radio Frequency—A Multimedia Conceptual Guide to RF & Microwave Engineering featuring the use of NI AWR Design Environment, specifically Microwave Office circuit design software, is now available online for free thanks to sponsorship by National Instruments.