u-blox announces the launch of the MAYA-W4, a cost-efficient tri-radio module that delivers the latest in wireless connectivity technologies for the mass market. With support for dual-band Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4, and 802.15.4 (for Thread supporting Matter), the MAYA-W4 is set to redefine the landscape of IoT applications in diverse industries, enhancing device…
6G talk is getting old
The next G isn’t off the ground yet, but the 6G talk has gone through several phases with more to come
Software stack verified for 9 5G radios
Software Radio Systems (SRS) announced that it has successfully integrated and tested nine Open RAN Radio Units (O-RUs) from leading vendors Benetel, Foxconn, Picocom, Liteon, VVDN and AMD with its srsRAN Enterprise 5G software solution. Designed to simplify the deployment of 5G private networks, srsRAN Enterprise 5G enables high-performance, low-latency connectivity across diverse environments using…
Where are LPWAN protocols used?
LoRaWAN, Wi-Fi, ZigBee, and LP-WAN are wireless protocols used by IoT and IIoT devices. Low-Power Wide-Area Network (LPWAN) is a wireless technology specifically developed for Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and machine-to-machine (M2M) communications. As Figure 1 illustrates, LPWAN enables a diverse range of applications. This article reviews the key advantages and limitations of LPWAN,…
LPDDR5X memory qualifies for Qualcomm-based 5G phones
Micron Technology announced that its low-power double data rate 5X (LPDDR5X) memory and universal flash storage 4.0 (UFS 4.0) are validated for use with and featured in the reference designs of the latest mobile platform from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. for flagship smartphones, the Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform. The inclusion of Micron’s LPDDR5X and UFS 4.0…
Dual-mode IoT module combines cellular and wM-Bus communication
The ST87M01 cellular data-communications module integrates NB-IoT certification and an optional ST4SIM embedded SIM. The module features dual communication capabilities through NB-IoT cellular connectivity and wireless Meter-Bus (wM-Bus), providing redundant data transmission channels for applications like utility consumption monitoring. A software-defined radio enables dynamic switching between NB-IoT and sub-GHz wM-Bus modes. The module supports direct…
IEEE Phased Array 2024: what we saw
The IEEE Phased Array conference occurred in Boston on October 15-17, 2024. This specialized conference had a small exhibit floor. Here is some of what was on display. Boston — The 2024 IEEE International Symposium on Phased Array Systems & Technology moved into the city after taking place in a suburban Boston hotel for several…
Customize your 50 and 75 Ohm RF cable’s length and connectors
Pasternack has launched a new line of RG cable assemblies. Built using many types of RG (radio grade) cables, the line adds to Pasternack’s already extensive portfolio and meets the requirements of numerous industries and applications. The new additions to Pasternack’s cable assembly line include both 50-ohm and 75-ohm cable options, ensuring optimal signal transmission…
Automotive Ethernet products feature YANG-based configuration
Driven by the need for higher bandwidth, advanced features, enhanced security, and standardization, automotive OEMs are transitioning to Ethernet solutions. Automotive Ethernet provides the necessary infrastructure to support Software-Defined Networking by centralizing control, enabling flexible configurations and real-time data transfer. To provide OEMs with comprehensive Ethernet solutions, Microchip Technology announces its new family of LAN969x…
Router connects industry to 5G networks
The Scalance MUM856-1 – the first industrial 5G router from Siemens – is now available for the U.S. market. The device connects local industrial applications to public 5G and 4G (LTE) mobile wireless networks. The router can be used to remotely monitor and service plants, machines, control elements, and other industrial devices via a public…