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This RF Hacking Device Allows You To Keep Your System Secure

Posted on 12 May, 202112 May, 2021 by Abhishek Jadhav

When it comes to securing your system, there are always some loopholes that you’d want to know. In context to information technology, we have cybersecurity masters working on it to help organizations and corporates keep the information intact and keep the system safe from any external attacks. One such protective measure is trying the red team approach for penetrating testing, which allows the authorized external or internal team to try an attack on the system that is unaware to the internal security experts of the company. This attack is planned to be real to check the loopholes in the system.

When this is taken in context to the radio environment system, the experts are looking for some hardware that will help the red team penetration testing. One of the security engineer Joel Serna and his teammates have launched Evil Crow RF, which is a radio frequency hacking device for security professionals and cybersecurity enthusiasts.

The newly launched hardware has ignited a spark in the community as enthusiasts are testing out hardware to try the efficiency of the designed product. Evil Crow RF gets an ESP32-based module onboard that works at 240MHz CPU frequency with decent flash memory. The specially designed hardware is developed to work on the RF bands: 300MHz-348MHz; 387MHz-464MHz; and 779MHz-928MHz. Along with all these, the maker has warned the users to use the hardware with utmost care and follow all the rules that apply to their country.

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Evil Crow RF comes with two CC1101 radiofrequency modules that can be designed to configure to transmit and receive at the same time even if the frequencies are different. If you plan to use this for red team attacks, then the hardware allows you to use these attacks: signal receiver; signal transmitter, replay attack, brute force, and many more. As mentioned earlier, the enthusiasts have started to play with the hardware, one being Luca Bongiorni. He [Luca Bongiorni] hacked an X-RAY machine with WHIDelite & EvilCrowRF.

If you buy the product, for setting the receive and transmit basic signals, you can easily configure using the web panel that can be accessed using Wi-Fi. More details on the installation are provided on the product page where it is currently unavailable for sale.

ADLINK Releases Industry-first Embedded MXM Graphics Modules on NVIDIA Turing™ Architecture

Posted on 12 May, 2021 by mixos

Embedded MXM graphics modules based on Turing architecture for edge AI

ADLINK Technology Inc. a global leader in edge computing, today introduced the industry’s first embedded MXM-based graphics modules based on NVIDIA’s Turing architecture, to accelerate edge AI inference in SWaP-constrained applications. GPUs are increasingly used to provide AI inferencing at the edge, where size, weight and power (SWaP) are key considerations. The embedded MXM graphics modules offer high-compute power required to transform data at the edge into actionable intelligence, and come in a standard format for systems integrators, ISVs and OEMs, increasing choice in both power and performance.

“The new embedded MXM graphics modules provide the perfect balance between size, weight and power for edge applications, where the demand for more processing power continues to increase,” said Zane Tsai, director of platform product center, ADLINK. “Leveraging NVIDIA’s GPUs based on the Turing architecture, our customers can now increase their edge processing performance with ruggedized modules that are fit for any environment, while remaining inside their SWaP envelope.”

ADLINK’s embedded MXM graphics modules accelerate edge computing and edge AI in a myriad of compute-intensive applications, particularly in harsh or environmentally challenging applications such as those with limited or no ventilation, or corrosive environments. Examples include medical imaging, industrial automation, biometric access control, autonomous mobile robots, transportation and aerospace and defense. The need for high-performance, low-power GPU modules is increasingly critical as AI at the edge becomes more prevalent.

The ADLINK embedded MXM graphics modules:

Provide acceleration with NVIDIA® CUDA®, Tensor and RT Cores
Are one-fifth the size of full-height, full-length PCI Express graphics cards
Offer more than three times the lifecycle of non-embedded graphics
Consume as low as 50 watts of power

With the introduction of the embedded MXM graphics modules based on the Turing architecture, ADLINK leads the market in delivering powerful computing and AI inferencing at the edge, while remaining within customers’ SWaP constraints.

For more information, visit the product page here.

TQ presents new COM Express Basic Module TQMx110EB with 11th generation Intel Core processors

Posted on 12 May, 2021 by mixos

As one of the leading embedded specialists and technology service providers, TQ is introducing its new flagship embedded computing module, the TQMx110EB, to match the launch of the latest 10nm-based Intel high-end mobile processors (codenamed Tiger Lake H). TQ takes full leverage of the latest innovations in x86 PC technology and makes them ready for use in applications in the fields of medical technology, gaming, infotainment/entertainment, virtual reality, industrial automation, robotics and industrial IoT. Completely new possibilities also arise for image processing and artificial intelligence.

Embedded Modul TQMx110EB

The TQ Embedded Module TQMx110EB sets new standards in terms of CPU, GPU and system performance for COM Express-based solutions and will initially be available with selected processors (Intel Core i7-11800H and Intel Core i5-11400H). The 11th generation Intel Core processors are based on the latest microarchitecture and are particularly energy-efficient thanks to the 10nm manufacturing process (CPU TDP max. 45 W). The equipment with up to eight cores / 16 threads, 24 MB cache and powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics (12th generation) make the module optimally applicable for demanding multi-tasking applications and workload consolidation. AI and machine vision applications additionally benefit from new vector neural network (VNNI) instruction sets, which provide a huge performance boost for inference algorithms.

“As a trusted and long-term Intel partner with Titanium status, we are very proud to be able to maximize the benefits of the latest processor technology. With our new, high-performance embedded modules, we make these innovations perfectly applicable for individual industrial solutions,” says Harald Maier, Product & Business Management x86.

The embedded module provides impressive graphics performance and brilliant, high-resolution 8K displays in 2D and 3D through the new Intel Iris Xe graphics controller. Together with four independent display outputs, this results in completely new application possibilities in the field of high-resolution multi-monitor display systems and collaborative tools such as interactive whiteboards. The module also supports sophisticated on-the-fly rendering and high-performance video encoding / decoding / transcoding.

Features:

11th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 and Intel® Core™ i5 processors
Desktop / Mobile Workstation Performance
Up to 8 Cores / 16 Threads with up to 4.6 GHz Turbo and 24 MB cache
New outstanding Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics performance with 8K high-resolution outputs
Flexible high-speed Memory Configuration with up to 64 GB
High-bandwidth extendability through PCIe Gen4 x16 PEG Port
High-speed peripheral interfaces with USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s) support
2.5 Gb Ethernet
High CPU power efficiency with max. 45 W TDP

The embedded module takes advantage of the new processor generation with up to 20 PCIe Gen 4 lanes directly from the CPU, providing the ability to connect additional graphics cards, frame grabbers, high performance IO cards and NVMe storage directly to the CPU via PCIe Gen 4 x16 with extremely high bandwidth. In addition, up to 64 GB of ultra-fast DDR4-3200 memory enables the highest system performance throughout and avoids bottlenecks in internal data flow.

Equipped with the new 500 chipset generation from Intel, which is connected to the CPU with high data bandwidth, the module offers numerous high-speed interfaces for communication with peripheral components, mass storage and additional functional extensions. The module provides eight additional PCIe lanes, fast 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet, 4x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with 10 Gbit/s each), 8x USB 2.0 as well as four super-fast SATA III ports, which can be operated in various RAID configurations.

more information: https://www.tq-group.com/en/products/tq-embedded/x86-architecture/tqmx110eb/

New Compact Dual Ethernet i.MX8M Mini SBC

Posted on 11 May, 2021 by mixos

Gateworks is proud to announce the release of the Venice GW7200 Industrial Single Board Computer. This is the second member of the Venice family and based on the NXP i.MX8M Mini 64-Bit Quad Core ARMv8 SoC. This small 70 x 100 mm SBC features dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and two Mini-PCIe slots for cellular modems, WiFi radios and more. The GW7200 additionally features USB, DIO, I2C, SPI and RS232 ports. A MIPI DSI/CSI header is also available for video and audio. The Gateworks System Controller (GSC) is also included which provides advanced system health monitoring, RTC, secure key storage and power control.

The GW7200 is competitively priced and is available now in both standard and max versions. The max version features GPS, 4GB DRAM memory and 64GB eMMC Flash memory.

The rugged GW7200 excels in IoT, networking and media applications.

Gateworks Venice GW7200 Highlights:

Compact 70 x 100 mm Size
NXP i.MX8M Mini Quad Core CPU at 1.6GHz
1GB LPDDR4 RAM (4GB Optional)
8GB eMMC Flash (64GB Optional)
Dual GbE Ports for LAN and WAN
Two Mini-PCIe Sockets for WiFi and Cellular, M.2 Adapter Optional
MIPI DSI & CSI for Video/Audio
USB OTG, DIO, SPI, I2C, RS232, ADC Interfaces
Accelerometer
Industrial Temperature -40 to +85C
Ubuntu Linux BSP
Optional GPS
Made in USA
1 Year Warranty

more information: https://www.gateworks.com/products/industrial-single-board-computers/imx8-single-board-computers-gateworks-venice/gw7200-rugged-industrial-single-board-computer/

Excelitas Technologies Introduces New HPR-1100BGH Hybrid PIN Receiver Module

Posted on 11 May, 2021 by mixos

Excelitas Technologies announced the latest addition to the company’s Hybrid Photodiode Receiver (HPR) series – the HPR-1100BGH Hybrid PIN Receiver Module. The new HPR-1100BGH Hybrid PIN Receiver Module integrates Excelitas’ high-speed Silicon PIN Photodiode, a low-noise J-FET operational amplifier and an optical aperture to minimize stray light detection and ease the development of systems where weak signals with a high gain need to be amplified at low-bandwidth.

Delivered in a robust small package, the HPR-1100BGH provides high output signals at the highest signal-to-noise ratio (SNR). It is ideal for conversion of a light signal into an electrical output and low-bandwidth applications such as optical power meters, fast laser triggers, instrumentation and simplified receivers for high-performance, short-range communication links.

Key features of the new HPR-1100BGH Hybrid PIN Receiver Module include:

Built-in low noise amplifier
Shielded J-FET amplifier for best SNR
Large active area
Wide spectral range
RoHS compliant

“Excelitas’ HPR series builds upon the heritage of our HUV series based on our low-noise Silicon PIN photodiodes and will soon be expanded towards even longer wavelength design by integrating our InGaAs PIN devices. Having worked with several customers to integrate the HUV series into several high-reliability end products, we expect the HPR series to be a key component for development of short-range optical communication links, laser optical triggering, and instruments such as optical power meters. We look forward to working with customers to enable these novel designs,”

said Eric Desfonds, Senior Product Line Manager, Sensors at Excelitas.

Recognizing that different applications have different performance requirements, Excelitas offers a wide range of customization of these photodiodes to meet design challenges. Responsivity and noise screening, custom device testing, TEC cooled devices and incorporating band pass filters are among many of the application-specific solutions available.

more information: https://www.excelitas.com/product/hpr-1100bgh-si-pin-receiver-25mm-pv-uv-100bg-rx-glass-window-0

OKW’s New CONTROL-KNOBS With Optional LED Illumination

Posted on 11 May, 202111 May, 2021 by mixos

OKW has launched advanced new rotary/click CONTROL-KNOBS for menu-driven electronics – typically for devices manufactured in high volumes. [via]

These elegant and ergonomic tuning knobs fit rotary potentiometers or encoders with round shaft ends (DIN 41591). They are ideal as the central element of menu-driven interfaces. Applications include measuring and control; medical, wellness and laboratory technology; HVAC; communications; Smart Factory and building control systems.

Soft-touch CONTROL-KNOBS are easy to grip and comfortable to operate. They can be illuminated if required, using SMD LED technology (5 V). RGB LEDs allow individual lighting and colours, illuminating a translucent optic ring on the top and the pointer line (when specified).

The knobs are available with or without a pointer line on the side for fine scaling. They fit securely on potentiometer spindles, using the tried and tested collet fixture system. The maximum torque for installation is 1.5 Nm (function 1.2 Nm).

Innovative CONTROL-KNOBS comprise two parts – a hard inner body made of robust, high-quality polycarbonate and a soft-touch TPE outer shell with a functional grooved appearance. They are available in two sizes: ø 36 mm and ø 46 mm. The collet boreholes are suitable for 6 mm and 1/4” spindles. The standard colours are nero black and volcano grey. Prices start at £9.

Accessories include an LED illumination kit, bases, covers, round nuts and a tightening spanner.

OKW can supply CONTROL-KNOBS fully customized. Services include machining, printing, laser marking, and installation/assembly.

Visit the OKW website for more information: https://www.okw.co.uk/en/Potentiometer-Tuning-knobs/Control-Knobs.htm

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Micro SIDELED® 3806 LED

Posted on 11 May, 2021 by mixos

OSRAM Opto Semiconductors Micro SIDELED^® 3806 LED is an SMT LED with side emission. This LED features InGaN on Sapphire chip technology, 180lm/W optical efficacy, 120° typical radiation, and 1B corrosion robustness class. The side view LED operates from -40°C to 85°C operating temperature range and 9750mlm to 11500mlm luminous flux(Φ_V) range with 20mA forward current (I_F). This LED offers a low package height and is used in applications in limited space environments such as TV and backlighting in the monitor.

Features

White SMT package
InGaN on Sapphire chip technology
180lm/W optical efficacy
120° (Lambertian emitter) typical radiation
1B corrosion robustness class
Color:
- Cx = 0.3050
- Cy = 0.3026 acc. to CIE 1931

Specifications

-40°C to 85°C operating temperature range
9750mlm to 11500mlm luminous flux(ΦV) range (I_F = 20mA)
105°C junction temperature (Tj)
40mA maximum forward current (I_F) at T_S = 25°C

more information: https://www.osram.com/os/products/product-promotions/led-for-general-lighting/micro_sideled.jsp

Mini Slide Switches feature 2.54 mm pitches

Posted on 11 May, 2021 by mixos

CUI Devices’ mini slide switches feature 2.54 mm pitches, SPDT circuits, and on-on switch functions

CUI Devices’ mini slide switches are housed in packages as small as 10 mm x 2.5 mm x 5.9 mm. They are well suited for a variety of space-constrained consumer electronics, industrial control, and test equipment applications. Featuring 2.54 mm pitches, SPDT circuits, and on-on switch functions, these slide switches further offer gull wing or PC pin terminations, raised or flat actuator levels, and surface mount or through-hole mounting styles with vertical or horizontal orientations. The models also carry rated currents of 300 mA or 500 mA, rated voltages of 12 V_DC or 24 V_DC, and operating temperatures from -40°C up to +85°C.

Features

Packages as small as 10 mm x 2.5 mm x 5.9 mm
2.54 mm pitches
SPDT circuits
Operating temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
On-on switch functions
Gull wing or PC pin terminations
SMT or through-hole mounting styles
Raised or flat actuator levels

more information: https://www.cuidevices.com/catalog/switches/slide-switches

ATtiny Flasher: An open-hardware flashing tool for the Atmel ATtiny

Posted on 11 May, 202111 May, 2021 by DM

Arduino development boards are highly popular among makers and beginners in electronics for their ease of use. The Arduino boards are designed in such a way that making connections to peripherals like sensors and displays is extremely easy. All it needs is a little common sense for interfacing components and you are good to go with your project. A part of this convenience in using Arduino boards comes from the Arduino IDE (Integrated Development Environment). Arduino IDE is an open-source platform that makes writing code and uploading it to an Arduino board easy. Arduino IDE uses C/C++ for programming but the environment also has helper functions that enable you to use the hardware easily. Along with this, it also has a serial monitor and plotter which can plot analog values of a variable in real-time. All of this makes Arduino boards very convenient for prototyping.

But, the form factor of various Arduino boards is a major issue when designing compact projects. Even the Arduino Nano, the smallest Arduino development board, though small and breadboard friendly, can’t be used in compact circuit boards. Sometimes you may not even need more than 2-3 I/O pins for your project so, using Arduino for the same is overkill. In addition, Arduino boards are expensive as compared to their chip price. Thus, if you want a cheaper, simpler, and more compact alternative to Arduino boards, ATtiny microcontrollers are perfect for your needs. ATtiny microcontrollers are AVR microcontrollers based on RISC architecture developed by Microchip technology. ATtiny85, ATtiny45, ATtiny25, and ATtiny13 are very popular compact microcontrollers of the ATtiny family.

If we want to program an ATtiny chip via Arduino IDE, we need to use one of the Arduino development boards as ISP and then burn the program on the chip. There are many challenges involved in burning the program to ATtiny. One of the issues that arise is wiring problem and reset capacitance which obstructs the programming to the chip. The ATtiny Flasher is the right device made for this purpose.

It is a handy device that allows you to use your favorite IDEs and debugging tools when developing for the ATtiny microcontroller. This device allows you to upload your code from Arduino IDE or any other without having to port your code to its intended program. It is built around Arduino Nano which provides compatibility with most IDEs along with an OLED for the display of the status of the upload.

Features and Specifications of the ATtiny Flasher:

Allows you to flash ATtiny85, ATtiny45, ATtiny25, and ATtiny13 via breadboard or onboard header.
Flash the entire ATmega family via onboard ISP header
Flash using Arduino IDE, Platformio, or any other IDE of your choice
Two configurable power rails, either 3.3 V or 5 V
Six GPIO “weak” LEDs
Three flash-status LEDs
Onboard OLED screen connected to target MCU as a live terminal
Streams serial data to the host PC as if it were connected directly to the target MCU. (Yes, serial on ATtiny. Even ATtiny13!)
A buffer IC between target and host MCUs only connects the two while flashing
Open hardware is driven by open-source software

more information: https://www.crowdsupply.com/sonocotta/attiny-flasher

pixxiLCD-20P2 is a 2.0″, 176×220 pixel, slim Intelligent Display Module with embedded PIXXI-28 processor

Posted on 11 May, 202111 May, 2021 by mixos

2.0” pixxiLCD Series Intelligent Display Module with PIXXI-28 Graphics Controller

The pixxiLCD-20 is part of the new and revolutionary pixxiLCD series of embedded graphics displays designed and manufactured by 4D Systems. Developed with low total cost of ownership in mind, this 2.0” colour TFT-LCD compact Intelligent Display module offers an array of functionality and options for any designer, integrator or user wishing to add a full color HMI into an application.

pixxiLCD-20P2 Highlights:

2.0″, 176×220 pixel, slim Intelligent Display Module with embedded PIXXI-28 processor.
Non-Touch
Suitable for fast and easy integration of a full colour HMI into any application or product.
Starter Kits available for first time users.
See product description below for more details.

The pixxiLCD-20 is powered by the configurable PIXXI-28 graphics processor, allowing various functionalities such as touch detection, microSD or serial flash memory storage, GPIO, and ADC, along with multiple millisecond resolution timers, and UART and I2C communication.

The pixxiLCD-20 embedded graphics displays comes in two variants:

Non-touch – pixxiLCD-20P2
Capacitive-touch – pixxiLCD-20P2CT-CLB

The pixxiLCD embedded graphics displays are 100% compatible with the Workshop4 IDE, which provides users with a wealth of options for programming and controlling their system.

The pixxiLCD embedded graphics displays feature a standard 15-way, 0.5mm pitch ZIF socket interface which carries the UART, I/O, I2C, power, and reset signals to/from the display.

Features:

Powerful 2.0” Intelligent LCD-TFT display module powered by PIXXI-28
176 x 220 Resolution, RGB 65K TFT Screen
Capacitive Touch Panel (pixxiLCD-20P2CT-CLB)
32KB of Flash memory for user application code.
14KB of SRAM for user variables.
Selectable 16MB Serial Flash memory chip for multimedia storage, data files, fonts, or for holding extra code functions (to expand the code storage of the processor)
Selectable on-board push type micro-SD memory card connector for multimedia storage, data files, fonts and data logging purposes.
3 General Purpose I/O pins for user interfacing, 2 of which are configurable as analog inputs or as I2C.
Master I2C port (maximum supported speed is fast I2C) for user application devices.
UART port, Asynchronous hardware serial, with 300 to 2187500 baud, for interfacing to a Host or Slave device. The Serial port is also used for device programming.
DOS compatible file access (FAT16 format) using uSD, as well as low-level access to card memory.
Display full-colour images, animations, icons, and video clips.
Supports all available Windows fonts.
Free comprehensive Software Development Tools (Workshop4) provides drag-and-drop style and coding environments for rapid application development, upgradable to Workshop4 PRO for additional features.
Standard 15-way, 0.5mm pitch ZIF socket interface which carries the UART, I/O, I2C, power, and reset signals to/from the display.
Single 5.0 Volt Supply (4.0V to 5.5V range).
Display Dimensions:
- pixxiLCD-20P2: 37.68 x 51.33 x 5.7 mm
- pixxiLCD-20P2CT-CLB: 44.60 x 65.80 x 7.0 mm
Weight:
- pixxiLCD-20P2: ~16 grams
- pixxiLCD-20P2-CTP-CLB: ~20 grams
RoHS, REACH and CE compliant.
PCB is UL 94V-0 Flammability Rated

more information: https://4dsystems.com.au/products/featured-products/pixxilcd-20p2