iBase extends to ARM with the Launch of the Pico-ITX IBR115 and the IBR117
iBase, an industry leader in embedded solutions and services has now unveiled a new SBC that targets the ARM market. The new SBCs (Single Board Computer) launch will make a new shift for iBase from its traditional Intel-based SBC such as their recent Apollo Lake driven IB818. These new...
Continue ReadingTiny-PAT – USB-C power adapter tester
A small, open, affordable USB-C power adapter tester is live on crowdsupply. We are quickly entering the age of USB Type-C. This “jack of all trades” port is appearing in more and more new electronic devices. USB Type-C helps to reduce reliance on proprietary power adapters and...
Continue ReadingLED regulator can be configured in choice of operation modes
A DC/DC µModule regulator from Analog Devices is designed to drive LEDs. The Power by Linear LTM8005 regulator includes a DC/DC controller, power switch, Schottky diode and current sense resistor in a 9.0 x 11.25 x 2.22mm BGA package. The LTM8005 operates from a 5.0 to 38V input...
Continue ReadingHCC MOD – Ready to Solder Arduino Module
An easy to solder Arduino and CircuitPython compatible module meant for simplifying the creation of your own custom circuit boards. The project is live on kickstarter. The SAMD HCC Module is an Arduino compatible, ready and easy to solder, surface mount programmable micro-controller...
Continue ReadingLow-Power Arduino Weather Monitoring Station
One of the downsides of using an Arduino board in projects is the fact that it comes with some other components which may not be needed after the code has been uploaded to the board. These peripherals consume a considerable amount of power which affects the overall power consumed by...
Continue ReadingRasPiO Night Light – gently lights your way in the dark
See where to go at night without fully waking up. Only on as needed. Customisable RGB LED lighting. Ideal: hall, landing, garage, shed. RasPiO Night Light is motion-activated RGB light that lights your way in the dark. It's a lovely build-it-yourself kit designed to be gorgeous to look...
Continue Reading96-layer BiCS FLASH prototype from Toshiba uses QLC technology
Toshiba Memory Europe has developed a prototype sample of a 96-layer BiCS FLASH, memory device using its proprietary 3D flash quad level cell (QLC) technology, claimed to boost single-chip memory capacity to the highest level yet achieved. QLC technology increases the bit count for...
Continue ReadingIntroduction to the silicon photomultiplier (SiPM)
App note from ON Semiconductors about SiPM sensors, explaining the working principle and primary performance parameters. The Silicon Photomultiplier (SiPM) is a sensor that addresses the challenge of sensing, timing and quantifying low-light signals down to the single-photon level....
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