Internet of Things (IoT) devices such as sensor nodes are often cost-sensitive and commonly utilize resource-constrained wireless microcontrollers (MCUs). These resource constraints, including limited on-chip memory and security features, may prevent the use of some security standards available in desktop or server environments. However, as they connect to the Internet and often reside in unsecured locations, IoT devices…
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In a twist of irony, the massive technological expansion of the telephone system – which led to the creation of the internet and all of its features and benefits – enables millions of simultaneous transactions without requiring a single human conversation. Yet in this efficiency-focused 21st century world, the plethora of voice-activated smart home devices confirms that…
A consumer’s first impression is often based on two things: what a product looks like and how they interact with it. Strong first impressions are important. High-performance capacitive touch and proximity-sensing technologies enable product designers to make bold statements to consumers, not only improving how their products look, but refining how they interact with the product.
The process of implementing a capacitive…
Hi. Nick here for TI Connect...The Podcast. TI's beloved Connect video series, covering all things connectivity, is now available as a Podcast. Don't worry - the Connect video series isn't going anywhere. There will still be new Connect episodes exploring the latest industry trends, TI's Connectivity technology, demos, training and more. But now you can also listen and learn on the go from our experts with…
Wireless technologies are the backbone of our rapidly evolving, connected world. These technologies push different boundaries around communication speed, range and integration. Developers and manufacturers are looking for standardized solutions that offer a simplified approach to Internet of Things (IoT) design.
While communication speed has been a priority…
Wouldn’t it be nice to know the condition of parts in your car exposed to mechanical vibrations or shock from the engine, or to get information about the status of systems operating under severe mechanical vibration conditions in an automated factory? With this information, you could perform predictive maintenance and replace fatigued parts before they fail completely, substantially…
Employing machine learning and neural networks in factories improves applications like machine vision, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and robotics by making them smarter, which improves operational efficiency. Embedded microcontrollers and processors have been used for decades in manufacturing to automate repetitive processes, but deploying machine-learning algorithms to…
In a world where just about everything is connected, design engineers are always looking for new ways to enable wireless technology without compromising range or performance. Many thermostats or heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) controllers have built-in wireless technology, enabling homeowners to communicate with their smart home by simply using their cellphone…
Systems design engineer, Brian, shows us a really cool glass break and fire/carbon monoxide (CO) alarm detection demo for a building security system using the SimpleLink™ CC1312 wireless MCU. This board has the capabilities to seamlessly switch between a glass break detector and a fire/CO alarm detector with the flip of a switch. The detection algorithms leverage Fourier Transforms, zero…
The technology standards and platforms we use to connect have a direct impact on real-time sensing, communication and data sharing, which are vital to business and commerce worldwide.
With endless design and connection possibilities, the challenge remains for Internet of Things (IoT) developers to create secure, low-power and robust…
One of the significant challenges for embedded systems developers is how to efficiently and accurately configure their systems. Today’s advanced microcontrollers (MCUs) include a variety of processor cores, hardware accelerators, advanced radios, sophisticated peripherals and interfaces, and come in packages with elaborate pin multiplexing schemes.
Software examples…
Danielle, from the SimpleLink R&D team, shows us the advantages of TI BAW (Bulk Acoustic Wave) resonator technology with a demo using the industry first crystal-less MCU: SimpleLink CC2652RB, taking advantage of the full featured Bluetooth 5 capabilities.
Building security systems come in many system topologies, ranging from a simple alarm system to a complicated network of sensors that all report to a main security panel acting as a hub. These systems are either wired or wireless based on their deployment, and when wireless leverage many different types of connectivity to achieve their specific application. Some applications (like security cameras) use Wi-Fi® for a native…
What does it take to meet the Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS)? What does FIPS Validated mean? Do you need it? Andrew joins Nick and me in this Connect episode to dig deeper into Wi-Fi security challenges and wireless MCUs. The SimpleLink™ Wi-Fi CC3135 and CC3235 devices are the first FIPS validated wireless SoCs available today.
Most revolutionary changes in factories can be traced back to some groundbreaking innovation. Whether harnessing the power of steam in the mid-18th century or developing the assembly-line production model in the early 20th century, every innovation has led to radical efficiency and productivity improvements.
We are in an era where the innovation of industrial robotics…
Have you ever found a seemingly perfect microcontroller (MCU) that meets your design requirements, only to realize it doesn’t scale in memory or offer flexibility in peripherals? As a designer, you face challenges every day, but the scalability of an MCU should not be one of them. In this article, I’ll explain how MSP430 MCUs are able to:
In this Connect series demo, we will demonstrate a new reference design available on ti.com for a simple, wearable multi-parameter patient monitor for synchronized electrocardiography (ECG) and photoplethysmography (PPG) measurements. Check it out!
The reference design features:
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…In this Connect series demo, Brandon shows us how to use our new high-precision digital temperature sensor, TMP117, in a SimpleLink™ Bluetooth-enabled skin temperature patch. Check it out!
The TMP117 provides a 16-bit temperature result with:
Dishwasher products have evolved from a luxury appliance into an essential kitchen appliance for most households. While dishwasher prices vary mainly because of their capacity and brand name, there are now additional features like stainless-steel finishes and capacitive touch interfaces.
Capacitive touch technology is changing how consumers operate dishwashers, and also motivating designers to innovate. Let’s look at…
Capacitive touch technology has been rapidly adopted in electronic equipment under the slogan “design meets functionality.” For example, imagine an invisible touch interface that activates backlights as you approach, allowing control elements to become visible.
Many cooking ranges have done away with classic knobs and buttons in favor of capacitive touch, enabling modern design implementations and solving…
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