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Resolver simulation with an arbitrary waveform generator
A resolver is an electromagnetic sensor that determines the angle and speed of waves and axes.
5 advantages of the CAN bus communication protocol
The CAN protocol enables faster communication between electronic devices while simultaneously reducing wiring.
SPC5 Microcontroller Programmer & BDM Debugger
Based on a Power PC architecture, SPC5 microcontrollers offer up to 3 cores with speeds up to 200 MHz.
Electronic loads and their applications in modern power electronics testing
This article explains how an electronic load works, the measurements it performs, and its main areas of application.
Automated programming with Cyclone Control Console
The Cyclone Control Console is a powerful command-line application that can be used to control one or more Cyclones simultaneously.
Testing USB power supplies & ports - USB Type C & Power Delivery
The power output of a USB power supply varies depending on the USB specification, however, not all manufacturers adhere to the established standards.
What is a protocol analyzer?
Protocol analyzers are indispensable tools for embedded systems engineers. They allow engineers to gain insights into USB, I2C, SPI, CAN, and other data.
Repairing an unresponsive Intel Galileo board with Dediprog SF100
If your Intel® Galileo board stops responding, you should check the Windows* com driver.
I2C vs SPI protocol: Differences and similarities
This article provides information about I2C and SPI, as well as their differences, advantages and disadvantages.
I2C vs I3C protocol: Differences and similarities
Information about the differences and similarities between I2C and I3C, as well as their protocol analyzers and programmers.
5G in the Internet of Things (IoT)
The Internet of Things allows for many applications of technologies from other technology sectors, such as mobile technology.
Advantages of the System Power Management Interface (SPMI)
The use of advanced energy management techniques to reduce power consumption and improve battery life is more important than ever.
Send large data with Aardvark I2C/SPI Host Adapter
The Aardvark host adapter has a buffer size of 64 bytes. However, transactions can be much larger.
EasyScope X - Averaging of signal curve data SDS1202X-E
Averaging the signal curve can be a useful method to reduce the noise in a given signal.
End trigger detection of the Beagle USB Power Analyzer
Data collection is limited to 256 MB because "Infinite Collection" was not selected and the collection will end automatically.
Differences between SPI EEPROMs & SPI Flash Memory
In embedded systems, a storage device is a physical device that can store data that can be used for communication or to perform a specific function.
68HC08 Freescale Microcontroller Programmer & Debugger
The 68HC08 is an 8-bit microcontroller (MCU) from Freescale Semiconductor.
TPS65982-EVM cannot be programmed with Aardvark.dll.
In most cases, this error is caused by using the wrong aardvark.dll version or installation path.
Switching from Cyclone PRO and Cyclone MAX to new models
The universal programmers are available as replacements for the PRO and MAX models and are significantly more powerful than their predecessors. Here's what you need to consider when switching.
The influence of technology on our lives and the future of technology
Over the last two to three decades, technology has become increasingly a part of our daily lives, to the point where it has taken over our lives.
I2C slave addressing with 7-bit, 8-bit and 10-bit
The I2C specification from NXP (formerly Philips) is specified for various Slave addressing schemes.
The I2C bus in the automotive sector
Since I2C components like EEPROMs have to withstand harsher environmental conditions and higher demands, various IC manufacturers offer components specifically designed for this purpose.
Improved TDR measurements with the SNA5000A
TDR is crucial for cable quality in high-speed transmissions due to impedance and signal-to-noise ratio.
Challenges & Tools for Sensor Integration
The demand for sensor integration in consumer devices has increased exponentially.