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…
UWB “tulip” antenna lets devices detect distance
KYOCERA AVX released the innovative new surface-mount, on-ground, ultra-wideband (UWB) LDS Tulip antenna (9002305L0-L01K) for 6.0–8.5GHz applications to market at Embedded World North America. The novel new UWB LDS Tulip antenna is manufactured using laser direct structuring (LDS) technology. This process allows KYOCERA AVX to create conductive traces on complex 3D structures with unique patterns and develop…
Specification package helps engineers design Z-Wave home-automation products
The Z-Wave Alliance announces the release of the 2024A Z-Wave Specification Package, which includes new User Credential Command Class features, as well as new User Credential Control Specifications. The Alliance has also published a new Z-Wave Reference Application Design (ZRAD), a publicly available repository of data including detailed schematics and reference designs to help developers create Z-Wave…
Ethernet analyzer decodes wireless protocols in wireline networks
GL Communications Inc. addressed the press regarding their advanced network analysis tool – PacketScan HD. This network appliance captures and analyzes high-speed Ethernet traffic up to 100 Gbps. With PacketScan HD, network engineers and cyber security professionals can accurately assess their network performance, identify bottlenecks, troubleshoot infrastructure and applications, and investigate security incidents. PacketScan HD…
Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth LE module targets automotive applications
u-blox has announced JODY-W6, a concurrent dual-band Wi-Fi 6E module with Bluetooth 5.3, including LE Audio, in a compact size (13.8 x 19.8 x 2.5 mm). The new module targets automotive use cases in infotainment and navigation, advanced telematics, as well as OEM telematics. According to the TSR* (Techno Systems Research CO. LTD.) Wireless Connectivity…
How to improve Open RAN security at the hardware level
Open RAN telecom network security begins in the microprocessors that control telecom network equipment. Configure and use these processors with secure booting and build trust.
Integrated into IoT devices, iSIM poised to make inroads
Power, price, security, and easy deployment could lead IoT companies to adopt iSIM over eSIM and plastic SIM cards.
Triple-radio and multiprotocol MCUs add application processors
The RW612 and K32W148 from NXP add processors to bring application processing on-chip, reducing complexity through fewer parts and using less board space in smart home devices.
iSIM puts carrier information deep inside a device
While eSIM moves carrier information from external cards to internal devices, iSIM moves the SIM down to the chipset. That reduces size and cost.
Wireless IP adds digital key capability to automotive ICs
CEVA, Inc. announced that its RivieraWaves ultra-wideband (UWB) IP has been extended with the RW-UWB-CCC MAC software package to support the Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) Digital Key 3.0 specification. Already licensed to one of the largest players in the automotive semiconductor industry for their digital key product line, CEVA’s Digital Key 3.0 compliant UWB IP allows chip vendors…