Electronic Product Design & Test [EPDT]

EPDT’s Products of the Year Candidates (Sponsored by Cree LED)  Product: The Pro 4G module Company: Arduino Announced: Spring 2024 Designed to accompany its Portenta Pro boards, the Arduino Pro 4G module provides engineers with a convenient route via which to add cellular connectivity to their designs. Aimed at condition monitoring, building/home automation and fleet management applications, this mini PCIe format unit supports up to 20MHz of RF bandwidth. It relies on a Quectel Cat.4 modem with an ASR Microelectronics International ASR1803 baseband chipset incorporated. Inclusion of GNSS positioning is an optional extra. Through the module’s use, connectivity capabilities can be upgraded without needing to change boards. 2G/3G fallback functionality enables connectivity with legacy networks when needed. Connection to the Arduino Cloud platform allows uploading of data for subsequent analysis, as well as access to firmware updates too. Interfacing includes USB, UART, PCM/I2C, etc. More Information: https://lnkd.in/ebszvw2W Fabio Violante Keith Jackson Aurora Gould Alessandro Ranellucci Guneet Bedi David Beamonte Debi Polo Massimo Banzi Daria Baradel Claudia Cano-Manuel Carlos Mario Rodriguez Perdomo David Cuartielles Jacob Hylén Benjamin Dannegård Giovanni Bruno Francesco Cattaneo Samuel De Venezia Leonardo Cavagnis Jorge Trujillo Román Giovanni Fagherazzi Katarina Romé Roberto Longhin Livia Luo Julie Chevrier Stefano Torneo Luca Doglione

EPDT’s Products of the Year Candidates (Sponsored by Cree LED) Product: conga-SMX95 COMs Company: congatec Announced: Summer 2024 Benefiting from 2GHz NXP Semiconductors' i.MX 95 processors (with up to up to 6 Arm Cortex-A55 cores incorporated), congatec’s conga-SMX95 SMARC computer-on-modules (COMs) are aimed at use in edge-situated AI deployments. Their neural processing units (NPUs) enable strong AI performance when dealing with computer vision workloads. EdgeLock technology means that implementation of cyber security measures is facilitated. Interfacing options covered include 1Gbit Ethernet, DisplayPort, LVDS, MIPI, etc. More information: https://lnkd.in/gdSAZfUv Christof Wilde Alexander Nagl Christian Eder Dominik Ressing Wil Ferrel Dr. Zeljko Loncaric Daniel Kufner Oliver Utesch Serena Song

EPDT’s Products of the Year Candidates (Sponsored by Cree LED) Product: MXT2952TD touch controllers Company: Microchip Technology Inc. Introduced: Spring 2024 Featuring built-in data encryption and cryptographical authentication functionality, Microchip’s MXT2952TD 2.0 touch controller ICs are intended for incorporation into the human-machine interfaces (HMIs) of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and parking payment units. Here they can offer the high degrees of security needed to instil user confidence. In addition to their security credentials, superior touch performance is delivered (with responsiveness assured even when thick protective overlays are present, or users are wearing gloves). More information: https://lnkd.in/eMGkpj9C Michelle Imbierski Sophia Cardellino Patrick Johnson Scott Gill Ross Ayotte Christine Allen Suzy Kenyon Mike Maynard Brian Thorsen Paul Kyprianides Paul Slattery (MBA) Nadine CastilloJuan Sivelo Cedric Plomion Clare Louise Reader

ICsense Becomes Part of GlobalFoundries’ Design Ecosystem ASIC design specialist ICsense has been made a member of foundry service provider GlobalFoundries’ design partner network. This partner status will help with speeding up the development of custom microelectronics devices, allowing them to be brought to market within a shorter timeframe. ICsense, which is proficient in analogue, mixed-signal and high-voltage ASIC implementations, will now be in a position to benefit from the advanced fabrication capabilities and next-generation semiconductor processes that GlobalFoundries offers, as well as getting the opportunity to collaborate with other companies within the partner network. “After past ASIC designs in GlobalFoundries’ technologies, we are thrilled to now officially join the GlobalSolutions ecosystem,” notes ICsense’s CEO, Dr. Bram De Muer. “This partnership will allow us to expand our capabilities and deliver even more innovative solutions to our clients active in automotive, medical, industrial and consumer markets. There is a good match between the BCD platforms that GlobalFoundries offers and the requirements we see for high-reliable ASIC developments. We look forward to a fruitful collaboration with GlobalFoundries.” “ICsense’s addition to our ecosystem is a testament to their excellence in IC design,” adds Ziv Hammer, GlobalFoundries’ SVP for Design Platforms & Services. “Together, we will… READ MORE https://lnkd.in/emYr-HBn Jeroen Van Ham Davy Witters Grace T. Manon Brousseau Tuur Van Daele Guilherme Gonçalves Wim Gewillig Gabriel Costa Wim Verhaegen

Top Start-Ups of 2024 - Ligna Energy Name: Ligna Energy Website: www.lignaenergy.com Founded: 6.5 years ago Location: Norrköping, Sweden Industry: IoT/home automation/electronic shelf labels Technology: Sustainable energy storage Ligna’s supercapacitors utilise various biomaterials, such as active carbon from the coconut industry, as well as other material components from the wood/paper industry. All its products contain organic electrolytes. This makes them much less harmful than conventional Li-Ion batteries and other supercapacitors. A spin-out from Linköping University, Ligna Energy is focused on developing slim, highly durable supercapacitors. These will be used in IoT deployments based on energy harvesting. The major differentiator here is that the company is looking to maximise energy storage performance while simultaneously keeping down the environmental impact involved. The underlying organic electronics research behind this was conducted by Linköping University’s Prof. Magnus Berggren, Prof. Xavier Crispin and Prof. Olle Inganäs. The roll-to-roll production technique being utilised gives the company a highly cost-effective and scalable arrangement. It’s currently in the process of bringing their first high-volume production line into operation (capable of manufacturing 5 million units annually). This will provide the unit numbers needed to satisfy growing demands, yet also minimise carbon emissions. Much of the financing for this has come from the Euro 760k bridging round the company completed in late 2023, as well as the Euro 870k funding jointly received by it and partner Ynvisible Interactive Inc from Vinnova. In total, it has gained almost Euro 5.7 million in financial backing. Among the venture capital (VC) investors contributing are Cebon Group, Klimatet Invest, Navigare Ventures and Neptunia Invest. As Ligna Energy’s CEO, Peter Ringstad explained to EPDT; “With IoT roll-out set to... READ MORE https://lnkd.in/eeGsJVe6 David Milton Andreas Jackson John Söderström Jakob Backe Ujwala Ail Åsa Detterfelt Hans Hentzell Henrik Schepp Julia Gavelin Anders Hägerström Leif Ljungqvist Christina Hillforth Mari Broman Mattias Josephson Hedra Hanna Yalman Mari Broman Arvid Bläser Ingrid Nordmark Aby Parsons Guy Forster

EPDT’s Products of the Year Candidates (Sponsored by Cree LED) Product: MX-DaSH interconnects Company: Molex Announced: Spring 2024 With the objective of rationalising in-vehicle networking implementations - so that space, weight and cost benefits can be realised - the Molex MX-DaSH hybrid interconnects support power, signal and high-speed data carrying capabilities in single-unit components. They can be supplied in either wire-to-wire or wire-to-board configurations, with various different terminal sizes being available (from 0.50mm through to 4.80mm). Key uses include automotive camera installations, LiDAR imaging systems, etc. More information: https://lnkd.in/ebRvd5TG Ashley Quinlan Christine Forbes McDermott Greg Everly Fabian Freiseis Natasha Henderson Clare Louise Reader Sara Gillam Ashleigh O'Donoghue Coee D. Marcelino Hernandez Kyle Glissman John King Vijy Koshy Ashley Taylor, ASQ CQT Ryan Price

New Executive Appointment at Electro Rent Test equipment sourcing specialist Electro Rent has just named Alan Mayer as its chief revenue officer (CRO). An industry veteran - having notched up over 2 decades working at Dell, plus being involved in various other tech companies - Mayer will be a major asset to the Electro Rent commercial operation globally. His new role will see him take responsibility for driving forward the company’s revenue growth, as it looks to provide customers with test equipment via the route that best suits their specific needs (in terms of technology, timeframe, flexibility and budget). He graduated from Arizona State University with a degree in Business Management. According to Electro Rent’s CEO, Mike Clark; “Alan’s expertise will be key to ensuring our growth and demonstrating the value of Electro Rent’s services to leading organisations using test and technology equipment. These organisations can benefit from the burgeoning rental model, greatly reducing their capital investment needs and driving efficiencies. Alan will ensure that... READ MORE https://lnkd.in/e2D2QuS9 Marika Spezzati Jonathan Albrow George Acris Harkiran Nerwan Gavin Lessing-Caller Natalia Jimenez Alonso Phillip Coutts Guy Verbruggen ★ Verónica Sandoval de Moya ★ Koen De Groote Alain Mignot Tejaswini Chidipothu Disha Sagar Leo Dukker Madison Clark Lucy Gordon

EPDT’s Products of the Year Candidates (Sponsored by Cree LED) Product: Single-port 240W USB-C hardware Company: Pulsiv Announced: Autumn 2024 Through the reference design based on its OSMIUM microcontroller unit (MCU), Pulsiv has become the 1st provider of a USB-C charging solution capable of delivering a 240W output from a single port. Previously this could only be done by splitting the output across multiple ports. It’s been achieved by bringing together the company’s advanced front-end platform with an industry standard flyback arrangement. Despite the high power levels and tight dimensions involved, stringent EMC/line current requirements have been met.  More information: https://lnkd.in/gdPQTGCk Nick Theodoris Darrel Kingham David Vail Tim Moore Adam Westcott Mark Gerhard Mark Gradwell Nick Foot Heiko Hespen Neil Whitaker

Top Start-Ups of 2024 - VoxelSensors Name: VoxelSensors  Website: www.voxelsensors.com  Founded: 4 years ago Location: Brussels, Belgium   Industry: 3D perception Technology: AI/XR/robotics/drones Originating from the imec.istart incubator, VoxelSensors has indisputable engineering credentials that stem from Softkinetic, Sony, Spectricity, and ams OSRAM. Its seasoned technical team has enabled the Belgian company to develop a way of bringing together spatial and contextual human data - with power-efficient, short latency response, multi-modal 3D perception and gaze tracking resulting. “Meeting with power and size constraints in wearable and robotic imaging systems comes with trade-offs. Typically, unwanted compromises will need to be made in relation to resolution,” the company’s CEO, Johannes Peeters, told EPDT. “Implementing low power and low latency while still maintaining high-quality imaging is, consequently, very challenging.” “With conventional imaging, the objective is to make things as bright and as... READ MORE https://lnkd.in/enmNbc4f Ward van der Tempel Karina Kovalenko Alexander Kamovich Andre Miodezky Ruben Lieten Katrin Geyskens Adam Dunsky Youssef Benmokhtar Tim Droz Christian Mourad Guy Van Der Linden Gerd Vermont Boris Greenberg Sune Alstrup (Johansen) Ronen Einat Ségolène Rogge Mahmoud Shahin George Terzakis Frédéric de Laminne de Bex Robert Collier Sébastien Résimont Jean-sebastien Staelens Capricorn Partners SFPIM finance&invest.brussels Qbic Fund | Venture Capital imec

Educational Discount on Oscilloscope Models To support their STEM activities by giving them access to affordable instrumentation, educators will now be able to benefit from special pricing on select TBS1000C and 2 Series mixed signal oscilloscopes from Tektronix. These units are designed with unique instructional features. These include the ability for educators to disable certain functions (like auto set), in order to provide a starter scope experience that is better aligned with students’ needs. Furthermore, the TBS1052-EDU oscilloscope features integrated courseware, while the 2 Series MSO-EDU offers the functionality needed to progress towards more sophisticated levels of analysis over time. "Classrooms can be demanding on equipment," notes Daryl Ellis, General Manager of the... READ MORE https://lnkd.in/eRWrMbVc #stem #scope Tektronix Europe Petra Quaedvlieg Margherita Sacchi Peggy Brunner Laurie Winton Joe Wang Maria Heriz Nick T. Kimberley Wehrmann Andrea Vinci