Scientists have taken inspiration from the biomimicry of butterfly wings and peacock feathers to develop an opal-like material for use in smart sensors.
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Renesas extends Bluetooth 5.0 security to RA 32-bit microcontrollers
Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity has been extended to the RA family of 32-bit microcontrollers by Renesas Electronics, with the introduction of the RA4W1, with an Arm Cortex-M core.
Wristband alerts wearer to social distancing parameters
To ensure social distancing is maintained in the work environment, Tended offers a wristband with sensors that alert the wearer to what is a safe, social distance to safeguard employees in construction, manufacturing, infrastructure and logistics.
PMICs halve current to boost efficiency, says Silicon Labs
Energy-friendly power management ICs (PMICs) from Silicon Labs, the EFP01 family are companion chips for EFR32 wireless devices and EFM32 microcontrollers. They enable developers to choose the optimal battery type and chemistries for their applications. Target applications include IoT sensors, asset tags, smart meters, home and building automation, security, and health and wellness products. The PMICs also enable developers to control a product’s power supply over multiple output rails and voltages.
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