Cryogenic Transistor, Quantum Industry, Computer Vision, Peripheral Access Crates and more!
Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio
Content Editor & Technical Writer | Ph.D in Physics | Power Electronics, Renewable Energy, Embedded Systems, Quantum Computing
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SemiQon has unveiled the world’s first transistor designed for efficient operation in cryogenic conditions, addressing a major barrier to scaling fault-tolerant quantum systems.
Conventional electronics find it difficult to operate at the ultra-low temperatures needed for quantum computers, thereby causing inefficiencies that have long hampered the development of quantum technology. With a huge drop in heat dissipation—by a factor of 1,000— SemiQon’s groundbreaking cryo-CMOS transistor solves this problem This allows readout electronics and control to be positioned right within a cryostat next to quantum computers. Eliminating the requirement for room-temperature control infrastructure helps the technology simplify system design and lower running and capital expenses.
In an interview with embedded.com, Himadri Majumdar, CEO and Co-Founder of SemiQon, emphasized the importance of their recent breakthrough. According to Majumdar, the technology leverages a similar stack to traditional silicon setups, incorporating silicon, metals, and dielectrics, though it includes proprietary architectural innovations. “The fundamental aspect is that people have not sufficiently studied the properties of silicon, how it changes at low temperatures in cryogenics. Our team has studied that over a decade or more, how silicon behaves at low temperatures. So based on those characteristics, they can utilize the silicon capability with certain designs and certain stacks to make it work better at low temperature.,” he explained.
CU Boulder Reveals Staff-Training Plans for Quantum Industry
The University of Colorado (CU) Boulder has recently made the news by unveiling a detailed roadmap to train personnel in the quantum industry. The plan is being deployed in Colorado and the Mountain West (MW), including states such as New Mexico and Wyoming. The tool underpinning these objectives is the CUbit Quantum Initiative, a strategic framework corroborating Colorado’s leading position in Quantum Information Science and Technology (QIST). The program, supported by regional universities, labs, and quantum-focused companies, brings the benefits of an interdisciplinary approach to R&D and education in a highly strategic area for the country. It has therefore been conceived to serve local, regional,l and national interests, including the formation of a workforce and skilled professionals.
Computer Vision: from Image to Artificial Intelligence
Computer vision technology is based on the automated analysis of visual data. Following an interdisciplinary approach, it combines Artificial Intelligence, image processing, and computer science to enable machines to acquire, interpret, and understand images and videos. This technology has evolved a lot in recent years, driven above all by the growing computing power and the availability of large datasets.
Wine Down Friday: Michael Tomczyk’s Commodore Journey
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Michael Tomczyk, the marketing visionary and one of the driving forces behind the legendary Commodore VIC-20—an iconic computer that brought personal computing to the masses. Michael’s journey into the tech world began in 1980, when he joined Commodore as assistant to the legendary Jack Tramiel, the company’s founder. His innovative thinking and leadership played a pivotal role in shaping the home computer revolution. As an innovator and strategist, his work has shaped how technology is marketed and adopted. In this session, Michael shares insights into the challenges and triumphs of the tech industry during its formative years, along with stories of working alongside legendary leaders.
Embedded Rust: Introduction to Peripheral Access Crates (PACs)
Rust is rapidly gaining popularity due to its built-in memory safety mechanisms. If you are working in IoT, or on systems where you want secure and safe software, Rust is an interesting language choice. In the last several posts, we’ve been exploring how to get an embedded application for a microcontroller up and running. While we’ve been looking at how to use some Rust templates to get started with embedded applications, today’s post will begin to explore how to access low-level, memory-mapped registers on a microcontroller using the Peripheral Access Crate (PAC).
NEO-INNOVATION: What’s Needed to Compete, Succeed & Survive in the Post-Pandemic “NeoWorld”
The 2020 Covid pandemic imposed a wide range of changes on our lifestyles, how and where we work, and how we use innovations to solve problems and create opportunities. These changes created new opportunities for innovation, which I call “Neo-Innovation.” Neo-Innovations are new ideas, discoveries and solutions made possible or expedited by the pandemic. These innovations are opening gateways to entirely new realms we’re just beginning to explore and are moving many emerging technologies from science fiction to science reality.
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Siglent Releases the new SDG1000X Plus Arbitrary Signal Generator Series
Siglent launched the SDG1000X Plus series Function/Arbitrary Waveform Generator, offering engineers a more versatile and effective signal generation option. This series provides a maximum output frequency of 60 MHz, 16-bit vertical resolution, a sampling rate of 1 GSa/s, and an adjustable waveform length of 8 Mpts. The SDG1000X Plus is a multifaceted instrument for any development laboratory, featuring PRBS signal production (up to 40 Mbit/s), multipulse mode, and numerous additional functionalities.
Panasonic Industry Introduces a New Ultra-Compact Air Quality Sensor
Panasonic Industry has made a significant stride forward in the field of air quality monitoring technology with the introduction of the new SN-GCQB1 Laser Type Air Quality Sensor. This sensor has established new standards for accuracy, compactness, and longevity in a broad range of relevant installation designs. This sensor, which is designed to provide precise measurements of temperature, humidity, particulate matter, and total volatile organic compounds (TVOCs), has the potential to redefine the perception and management of air quality in a variety of environments.
STMicroelectronics Announces the Availability of STM32WL33 Wireless Microcontrollers (MCUs)
STMicroelectronics has announced the general availability of STM32WL33 wireless microcontrollers (MCUs). These microcontrollers incorporate the latest-generation sub-GHz long-range radio, Arm® Cortex®-M0+ core, tailored peripherals for smart-metering applications and power-saving enhancements. The new MCUs significantly facilitate the design of wireless solutions, reduce the time to market, and extend battery life.
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