Embedded Insiders 3o5y28

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Jack Weast, Intel Fellow and Vice President and General Manager of Intel Automotive, breaks down the company’s recently announced OLEA U310 SoC. Built with a hybrid and heterogeneous architecture, the solution is designed to improve the overall efficiency of electric vehicles by promoting energy efficiency, and lower design and manufacturing costs. Next, Rich and Vin are back with another Dev Talk discussing the embedded developers’ approach to the testing process, specifically the pros and cons of waiting to test prototypes once they’re complete, and the testing tools every developer should have in their toolbox. But first, Rich, Ken, and I discuss the current state of electric vehicles and our curiosity about Intel's approach to the market.   For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we dive into the growing advancements in AI and HPC with Lou Ternullo, senior director of IP product marketing at Rambus. Lou highlights the evolving data center architectures and the increasing demands for high bandwidth, low latency, and robust performance. He also explains how Rambus is staying ahead of the curve with its recently launched PCI Express® (PCIe®) 7.0 IP portfolio.  Next, Rich, Ken, and I discuss innovation in the memory market, focusing on how the push toward lower latency—driven by AI and edge processing—has led most companies in the industry to prioritize accessibility, speed, and reliability as key solutions. Finally, in our Engineering Heroes segment sponsored by Wind River, we’re highlighting Albert Manero and John Sparkman, co-founders of Limbitless Solutions, a University of Central Florida-based nonprofit. The two develop bionic prosthetic limbs custom-designed specifically to fit children with limb differences. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Rich and Erik Wood, Senior Director of Product Security at Infineon Technologies, discuss security at the edge. Diving into the company’s wide variety of secure features, Infineon’s newest MCU line, the PSoC Edge, is a single solution highlighted for its "MCU-ness” and effort in making edge security simpler and cheaper.  Next, in our Engineering Heroes segment sponsored by Wind River, we’re honoring Nandini Kappiah, a Senior Director of Software Engineering at Google, who worked alongside her team of 180 and contributed to developing California’s ShakeAlert earthquake early warning system. The system works to inform millions of Android device s all along the West Coast of the U.S. But first, here’s Rich and Ken discussing some of the most recent and significant acquisitions surrounding GaN-based power products. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Senior Technology Editor, Ken, and Errol Leon, System Engineering & Marketing Manager of Robotics at Texas Instruments (TI) discuss the work of robotics in collaboration with humans and the role of motor control, board-to-board communication and sensor fusion in the future of robotics. But first, Rich and Ken recap a recent trip to Taipei for Computex 2024. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Rich and Vin are taking over with a Dev Talk featuring Matt Johnson, the CEO of Silicon Labs. Continuing their “CEO takeover,” the two are deep-diving into Matt’s background, journey with the semiconductor manufacturing company, and his opinion on how  AI will affect incoming engineers.  But first, Rich and Ken are calling out Intel. If you didn’t know, Intel acquired Altera in 2015, however, we've still got some questions about the company’s expansion and presence in the FPGA market. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Alexander Kain, Skyworks Solutions’ Senior Principal Artificial Intelligence Systems Engineer s the podcast to discuss his company’s advanced AI noise suppression, designed to reduce noise in a variety of environments and applications.  Next, Rich and Vin are back with another Dev Talk ed by Ron Konezny, the CEO of Digi International. To switch things up, they’re discussing how professionals like Ron got their start in the industry, how they’ve kept their momentum, and just a little more info about so we can get a glimpse into their lives.   But first, Rich and Ken are discussing the accelerated convergence of AI, IoT, and embedded systems.  For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re discussing the evolution of processor cores, multitasking capabilities, future trends involving processor design, and more with Aaron Frank, senior product manager at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions.  Then, to continue our Engineering Heroes series, sponsored by Wind River, we’re highlighting Anton Riström. Anton is a Department Manager at Aker Solutions, an engineering company focusing on building infrastructure for renewable energy solutions.  But first, in case you missed it, Rich and Ken are giving some insight into their trip to Nuremberg where they attended embedded world 2024. Call for Abstracts: https://embedded-world-na.com/conferences-programme/ For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re featuring a group of AI experts all hailing from vendors based in Taiwan. The vendors, certainly leaders in their own right, are DFI, ASUS IoT, and Shuttle, and they all feature IoT products, or in this case, AIoT products. The event was organized by TAITRA (Taiwan External Trade Development Council). Give it a listen. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Rich is ed by Tobin Richardson, president and CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), and Steve Hanna, distinguished engineer at Infineon Technologies, to discuss the CSA's recently launched IoT Device Specification 1.0, a one-stop solution for device certification for manufacturers. Next, in our Engineering Heroes series, we highlight a hero for his involvement in a project related to the world-famous International Space Station. Daire McNamara, a director, project manager, and firmware developer at Emdalo Technologies, assisted Skycorp in developing their Intelligent Space System Interface with his contributions to microprocessor development infrastructure. But first, we Insiders are discussing our thoughts on the recent announcement from the Connectivity Standards Alliance.  For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re defining the architectural differences between MCUs and DSCs with Microchip Technology’s Product Marketing Manager, Pramit Nandy. We also dive into the different processing capabilities, the challenges for designers, and what we can expect as far as emerging trends and technical developments from Microchip. Next, Rich and Dr. Moritz Neukirchner, Sr. Director of Strategic Product Management for software-defined vehicles (SDV) at Elektrobit, s us in the next installment of Scoping Out the Software-Defined Vehicle to discuss his thoughts on open-source in software-defined vehicles and what’s necessary for further advancements of both the open source and automotive industries. But first, Ken and I are discussing the Matter open-source connectivity standard for smart home and IoT devices.  For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re discussing why multi-camera synchronization is a key feature in cameras that enable industrial robotics, retail application, autonomous mobility, and more, with Mr. Maharajan Veerabahu, co-founder & vice president of product design services at e-con Systems. Next, Heiko Huettel, VP of software products at HARMAN International, s us to discuss his company’s role in the Eclipse Foundation’s recent SDV Working Group, which has formed in an effort to develop an open-source hardware platform that can be used in today’s software-defined vehicles. But first, Embedded Computing Design is hosting a Smart Manufacturing Day virtual event focused on AI/ML-Infused Automation and Manufacturing on March 12th.  For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Tomide Adesanmi, Co-Founder and CEO of Circuit Mind, dives into his company’s deterministic AI platform that’s designed to help circuit designers quickly take their design process from architecture into schematics.  Check out  Circuit Mind’s public launch webinar here: https://www.bigmarker.com/eetech-media/Circuit-Mind-Live-Launch-The-World-s-First-Deterministic-AI-for-Professional-Electronic-Engineers?utm_bmcr_source=cm-other Next, on Dev Talk with Rich and Vin, the two are defining chiplets, and whether they’re truly problem-solving solution, and how you can implement them into you design. But first, Rich and Ken are discussing GaN, also known as Gallium Nitride. They’re a bit puzzled as to why power transistor technology, although widely know to be very efficient, is still slowly being adopted by big semiconductor companies.  Stay tuned.   For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Meghali Chopra, CEO at SandBox Semiconductor, gives insight into her company’s AI-enabled modeling platform that accelerates the development of semiconductor manufacturing processes.  Next, on Dev Talk with Rich and Vin, the two are looking back and rehashing the predictions they had for 2023, while making some predictions for 2024. But first, Rich and Ken are back from CES 2024, highlighting some of the companies they met with, the top technologies they saw, and the trends to look out for.  For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Artem Aginisky, product line manager of arm-based processors at Texas Instruments, dives into the topic of edge AI, specifically, how he defines edge AI and how TI is working on democratizing edge AI through innovations in microprocessors and software. Next, is our Engineering Heroes series, sponsored by Wind River, where we highlight the lives of unsung heroes in the world of engineering whose work impacts uncountable lives across the globe. This episode features Dr. Karisa Schreck, a Newark, New Jersey native whose work involves treating brain cancer by targeting mutations.  But first,  Rich and Ken discuss cybersecurity and quantum computing. 

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Paul Fischer, senior principal engineer in the Components Research Department at Intel, discusses the trends and challenges surrounding transistor scaling and backside power. So, ICYMI, these were some of the the top technical research breakthroughs Intel presented this year at IEDM.  Then, Rich and Vin are ed by Lattice Semiconductor’s Senior Director, Gordon Hands, to talk FPGAs. Specifically, today’s landscape surrounding the mid-range market of FPGAs. But first, Rich and Ken are spilling their 2024 predictions... stay tuned. 

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, EVP and Brand Director, Rich Nass, sits down with Stephen Huang, ADLINK Technology President & COO, at the 2023 Advantech World Partner Conference to discuss the company’s ideas and innovations.  Next, on another DevTalk with Rich and Vin, the two break down the question: Do Engineers Understand the Basics of Engineering? But first, Rich recaps his recent trip to Taiwan for the 2023 Advantech World Partner Conference. Stay tuned to hear who he met with, what he saw, and what’s to come from some of the companies that attended. Here’s one hint you probably could’ve guessed, there’s no slowing down when it comes to AI. 

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Matthias Thoma, Robotics System Manager at Texas Instruments, discusses the current and future impact of robotics in factory and industrial settings, and in the real world. He also highlights some technologies from TI that can help. Next, Rich and Vin are back with another DevTalk. In the last episode, the two discussed the difference between simulation and emulation. This week, Vin brings an unexpected real-world scenario that highlights these system models. But first, the Insiders are recapping Senior Technology Editor, Ken Briodaghs recent trip to the RISC-V Summit in Santa Clara. They’re also hinting at a few predictions they expect to see heading into 2024. 

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re discussing cyber resiliency with Eric Sivertson, VP of Security at Lattice Semiconductor, specifically highlighting how organizations can benefit from implementing a personalized data security plan and how FPGAs can help.  Next, Rich and Vin are back with a DevTalk discussing the difference between emulation and simulation, and Vin deep dives into the background of how these meanings came to be. But first, The Insiders are here to talk about recent and trips. Rich is back from visiting with Infineon, NVIDIA, and Synaptics, and Ken is headed to the RISC-V Summit. 

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Randy Fish, director of product line management for the Silicon Lifecycle Management family at Synopsys, highlights how automotive engineers can benefit from the SLM on-chip monitoring and analysis process. Next, senior technology editor, Ken Briodagh, calls attention to RISC-V, taking a look at some of the key tools that are important to development in the RISC-V ISA ecosystem. But first, I’m posing a few questions to the Insiders about the transition from hardware to software-defined solutions. Is this move towards software something that should be fully embraced, should we still be relying on hardware solutions, or should there a balance of both?

On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Production Editor, Chad Cox interviews Josh Heller, Security Engineering Manager at Digi International, about cyber threats in critical infrastructure networks, prioritizing vulnerabilities, how AI & ML can help, and the future of cybersecurity with quantum computing. Next, Rich and Vin are back with another DevTalk, and this time they’re discussing a common misconception: AI is an application. Their answer? It’s not. It’s an enabler to other applications, making them better, faster, and more reliable.  But first, the Insiders are discussing the ongoing engineering shortage where Rich poses two questions: Why is there a shortage and are today engineering graduates well equipped enough to the workforce?