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Execute Open-Source Arduino Code in a PIC Microcontroller Using the MPLAB IDE

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/10
in Archive Article, CC Blog

The Arduino single-board computer is a de facto standard tool for developing microcomputer applications within the hobbyist and educational communities. It provides an open-source hardware (OSH) environment based on a simple microcontroller board, as well as an open-source (OS) development … Continue reading →

Industry 4.0: The Industrial IoT and the Future

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/09
in CC Blog, Interviews

The Internet of Things (IoT) is everywhere. Industry 4.0 is becoming serious and many companies develop hardware and software solutions. Relayr is a company with an interesting focus on the IoT and bringing industry to the cloud. Wissa Hettinga interviewed … Continue reading →

4G LTE Maker Modem for M2M Apps

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/09
in CC Blog, Product News

The TOBY-L2 a u-blox LTE module has been embedded in the first 4G LTE Maker Modem by M2M Circuits. Designed for the MakerSpace, the 4G Maker Modem enables direct cellular connection to microcontrollers and SBCs for M2M applications. In addition to … Continue reading →

Simplified, Cost-Effective EtherCAT Implemenation with XMC4300 Microcontrollers

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/09
in CC Blog, Product News

The Infineon Technologies XMC4300 microcontroller series simplifies EtherCAT implementation complexity and cost. Developed for cost-sensitive industrial applications, the XMC4300 is well suited for a variety of applications, such as factory automation, industrial motor control, and robotics. Like Intineon’s XMC4800 series, the XMC4300 features an … Continue reading →

STMicroclectronics Offers Free Dev Tools to Linux Users

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/09
in CC Blog, Product News

STMicroelectronics now offers free high-productivity tools to Linux users interested in working with STM32 microcontrollers. The STM32CubeMX configurator and initialization tool and the System Workbench for STM32—which is an IDE created by Ac6 Tools and supported by the openSTM32.org community—are now both … Continue reading →

Photocoupler for RS-232C 100-kbps Communications

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/09
in CC Blog, Product News

Toshiba Electronics Europe recently announced a new photocoupler that can support signal transfer speeds of up to 100 kbps. Intended for communication applications in industrial systems and home appliance devices, the TLP2703 can be driven by a low input current … Continue reading →

Analog Filter Essentials

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/03
in Archive Article, CC Blog

Analog frequency-selective filters are useful for noise reduction, antialiasing before digitizing a signal, frequency response correction, and more. In this article, Circuit Cellar columnist Robert Lacoste explains the differences between filters and how to design them with computer-aided tools. The following article by Robert Lacoste … Continue reading →

Brain Control: An Interview with Dr. Max Ortiz Catalan

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/02
in CC Blog, Interviews

Dr. Max Ortiz Catalan is Research Director at Integrum AB, a medical device company based in Molndal, Sweden. Wisse Hettinga recently interviewed him about his work in the field of prosthetic design and biomedical systems. As an electrical engineer, your … Continue reading →

New IC for Real-Time Power Monitoring of Multiple Loads

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/02
in CC Blog, Product News

Microchip Technology recently expanded its power-monitoring IC portfolio with the addition of the MCP39F511N, which provides standard power calculations and event monitoring of two electrical loads. It includes three ADCs for voltage and two current load measurements, a 16-bit calculation engine, EEPROM, … Continue reading →

High-Side N-Channel FET Driver

by Circuit Cellar Staff on 2016/02/02
in CC Blog, Product News

Texas Instruments recently introduced the a single-chip, 100-V, high-side FET driver for high-power lithium-ion battery applications. Offering advanced power protection and control, the bq76200 high-voltage solution drives high-side N-channel charge and discharge FETs in batteries commonly used in energy storage systems … Continue reading →

Arcturus uCMK64-IoT module: TLS security, Ethernet, Wi-Fi and more (Sponsored)

The Arcturus uCMK64-IoT is a 60x60mm module for developing secure IoT devices that require a combination of connectivity and control. The hardware uses a 120MHz, ... ∞

Matrix Launches Formula AllCode Kickstarter Campaign (sponsored)

Matrix TSL has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its Formula AllCode robotics course, which features a high-specification, Bluetooth-enabled robot. You can program the robot via Python, AppBuilder, Flowcode, ... ∞

Book: Advanced Control Robotics

When it comes to robotics, the future is now! With the ever-increasing demand for robotics applications—from home control systems to animatronic toys to unmanned planet ... ∞

Execute Open-Source Arduino Code in a PIC Microcontroller Using the MPLAB IDE

The Arduino single-board computer is a de facto standard tool for developing microcomputer applications within ... ∞

Industry 4.0: The Industrial IoT and the Future

The Internet of Things (IoT) is everywhere. Industry 4.0 is becoming serious and many companies ... ∞

Analog Filter Essentials

Analog frequency-selective filters are useful for noise reduction, antialiasing before digitizing a signal, frequency response correction, and more. ... ∞

Brain Control: An Interview with Dr. Max Ortiz Catalan

Dr. Max Ortiz Catalan is Research Director at Integrum AB, a medical device company based ... ∞