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Embedded design energy efficiency with lower power LCD operation

In this Product How-To design article, Silicon Labs‘ Don Shannon describes the constraints facing developers of energy-efficient home appliance... Read More

Using sensor controllers to reduce power consumption in mobile computing

The author explains how a sensor controller can help reduce the overall system power consumption in mobile computing devices, and uses the MSP430... Read More

Optimizing for low power in embedded MCU designs

The authors look at the major factors contributing to power consumption in an embedded system by analyzing the various power modes that most... Read More

How capacitive sensing can reduce standby power in household appliances

The author describes how to use capacitive proximity sensors to reduce standby power in household appliances to well below 50 mW, while minimizing... Read More

Reducing power consumption in CIC filter algorithm designs

Richard Lyons, author of “Understanding DSP,” describes some a number of ways you can reduced the power consumption of Cascaded Integrator-Comb (CIC)... Read More

Thread synchronization techniques for better multicore system power/performance tradeoffs

An in-depth look at a thread synchronization mechanism based on hardware supplied primitives for use in multicore designs to guarantee both power... Read More

Optimal digital power control using LLC resonant converters

The authors describe a digital power control implementation using line level control (LLC) resonant converters based on a flexible, 32-bit, low-cost,... Read More

Design considerations for power-sensitive embedded devices

Adam Kaiser discusses factors to be considered when beginning a new embedded design as it relates to power, including choosing the hardware, defining... Read More

Taking advantage of new low-power modes on advanced microcontrollers

The author describes several common low power operating profiles and how they can be used to optimize a MCU’s operation to meet specific system... Read More

Understanding MCU sleep modes and energy savings

Anders Guldahl of Energy Micro describes the energy cost of implementing functions in software and how changes in the distribution of responsibilities ... Read More

Using hardware to save energy in MCU-based sensing applications

Here is how to offset the energy cost of implementing functions in software by extracting relatively complex functions or algorithms and embedding... Read More

Managing power in embedded applications using dual operating systems

In this product how to article, TI’s Loc Truong describes how to use inter-processor communication and state machine design to reduce the overall... Read More

Making embedded system debug easier: useful hardware & software tips

Here are some useful tips and techniques to employ during the initial design & construction of your embedded system design to make it easier to debug... Read More

Robust design principles for home smart grid metering

Applied Micro’s Vamshi Kandalla details the steps needed to bring Smart Grid technology into the home and describes how SoCs such as its APM801xx ... Read More

The basics of DSP for use in intelligent sensor applications: Part 3

The third in a series describing the basic framework for understanding the role of digital signal processing to filter and analyze analog data... Read More

The basics of DSP for use in intelligent sensor applications: Part 2

The second in a series describing the basic framework for understanding the role of digital signal processing to filter and analyze analog data... Read More

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Embedded design energy efficiency with lower power LCD operation

Using sensor controllers to reduce power consumption in mobile computing

Optimizing for low power in embedded MCU designs

How capacitive sensing can reduce standby power in household appliances

Reducing power consumption in CIC filter algorithm designs

Thread synchronization techniques for better multicore system power/performance tradeoffs

Optimal digital power control using LLC resonant converters

Design considerations for power-sensitive embedded devices

Taking advantage of new low-power modes on advanced microcontrollers

Understanding MCU sleep modes and energy savings

Using hardware to save energy in MCU-based sensing applications

Managing power in embedded applications using dual operating systems

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EEMBC begins work on ultra-low power MCU benchmarks
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CES: TI shows how consumer electronics can harvest energy
12.12.2012

Silicon Labs delivers 32-Bit ARM MCUs with power breakthroughs
11.28.2012

ARM, NI team up on processor power optimization
10.10.2012

Maxim debuts Smart-Meter SoC at Electronica

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02.11.2013

Microchip adds 3 new low-power SPI Flash memory devices
01.13.2013

Pentek's new multiband, modular RF downconverters use less power
01.09.2013

CES: sensors + smart LED drivers help TV exceed Energy Star 6.0
01.01.2013

GreenPeak launches GP410 ZigBee PRO Green Power chip
12.17.2012

ST's new comparators offers faster performance and longer battery life

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Sponsored by Touchstone Semiconductor 28 December 2012

Analog Latch, One-Shot Circuits Operate with Close to Zero Power

Getting serious about power consumption in small, battery-powered wake-up circuits means dropping the clunky old 555s and baling wire in favor of some modern low-voltage analog building blocks. Read this note to learn more. Read More

Sponsored by Touchstone Semiconductor 29 December 2012

Extending Input Voltage Range of Precision Current-Sense Amplifiers to 180V or Higher is Easy

The accuracy of some current-sense amplifiers (CSAs) is excellent, but often these CSAs are designed with battery-powered applications in mind. They can't handle the high supply voltages needed for use in offline and high-voltage backplane applications. Read More

Sponsored by AMETEK Programmable Power 18 January 2013

Simulating HBLEDs for Driver Testing

This application note explores using an electronic load (eLOAD) as an HBLED load simulator. Read More

Sponsored by Maxim Integrated 24 January 2013

Layout Guidelines Maximize Automotive Power Supply Performance and Minimize Emissions

This application note explains how to layout the MAX16903/MAX16904 switching regulators to maximize performance and minimize emissions. Read More

Sponsored by AMD 24 January 2013

Implementing an Efficient RTL Clock Gating Analysis Flow at AMD

This paper provides an overview of how AMD used PowerPro to improve clock-gating efficiency, and shares the results and advantages of doing power analysis at the RTL stage rather than waiting until post-gate synthesis. Read More
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Sponsored by TE Connectivity 18 December 2012

Connectivity Solutions for Next Gen Industrial Automation and Control

This webinar will detail the various connector requirements you'll need to consider and provide some insight into the factors to consider when making your connectivity choices: from power and signal integrity, to board and system interconnect robustness,... Read More

Sponsored by Analog Devices 23 January 2013

Isolated Interface Solutions for Industrial Sensor and Monitoring Applications

This webcast will review designs in which isolation is needed to protect personnel and equipment from harsh electrical and mechanical environments. Presentation will detail interface power requirements and approaches for achieving design objectives.... Read More

Sponsored by TE Connectivity 17 January 2013

Fiber as a Design Differentiator: From Cabling to Packaged Solutions

In the new age of fiber connectivity, performance is about much more than just cabling. Ensuring optimal performance and maximizing uptime for data centers and networks is increasingly about making smart connectivity choices. This webinar will introduce... Read More

Sponsored by Synopsys 29 November 2012

Demystifying DDR4 SDRAM for Embedded Applications

This webinar will outline and discuss the major features of the DDR4 SDRAM as they apply to embedded applications and areas that SoC designers need to give special attention to design their systems to take advantage of DDR4's potential. Read More

Sponsored by Rohde & Schwarz 07 February 2013

USB 2.0 Compliance Testing

The USB 2.0 standard is widely deployed in both computer and embedded systems. Compliance testing for this standard includes signal integrity as well as a number of low-level protocol tests. This session will provide an overview of the test requirements... Read More
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Sponsored by Future Electronics 28 March 2012

Fundamentals of Energy Harvesting

Energy harvesting is the process of converting energy from the environment into a usable power form for a device and then stored for later use. In this Fundamentals of Electronics course, Steve Taranovich, Analog and Systems Editor with EDN, provides a... Read More

Sponsored by Texas Instruments 30 April 2012

SIMPLE SWITCHER® Nano Modules and Regulators + TI Processors

Watch the video to see a demo using WEBENCH® Design Center to choose SIMPLE SWITCHER® products with TI processors, and learn more about how SIMPLE SWITCHER nano modules and regulators make power design easy for MSP430™, C2000™, Stellaris® microprocessors, ... Read More

Sponsored by Texas Instruments 02 October 2012

Fundamentals of Energy Harvesting and the Cloud

This fundamentals course covers an unusually wide range of topics beginning with the gigawatts required to power the Cloud and concluding with the need to develop more energy-efficient transistors. Just as the Cloud can be viewed as a torrent of bits, so... Read More

Sponsored by Apache Design 04 December 2012

SoC Power Budgeting Using RTL Power Models

This Educast will provide useful information regarding how PowerArtist Calibrator and Estimator (PACE) and RTL Power Models (RPM) can improve the accuracy of your RTL power estimation prior to the availability of physical implementation and manage power... Read More

Sponsored by Exar 02 January 2013

Benefits of Programmable Power

This presentation will cover the benefits of programmable power for Designer Engineers, Program Managers, and Product Managers as well as the end customer. Included in the presentation are real-world examples of how programmable power saved time and money ... Read More
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Save & Follow 28 December 2012

Getting serious about power consumption in small,... Read More

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