Home Appliances
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Microchip Introduces its First Turnkey Touch Controllers for Buttons, Sliders and Wheels with Parallel Sensing As appliance and equipment manufacturers look for ways to reduce system costs, many are replacing displays with Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs) using high-end decoration and illuminated capacitive-touch buttons, sliders and wheels. These interfaces often require a large number of touch sensors which can increase acquisition time and reduce the signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) when using… |
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Renesas Introduces RZ/A3M MPU for Advanced and Affordable HMI Systems Renesas Electronics Corporation has unveiled the RZ/A3M high-performance microprocessor (MPU) designed to power next-generation human-machine interface (HMI) systems across various industries. As part of the RTOS-based RZ/A series, the RZ/A3M enables real-time operation essential for responsive and smooth graphical user interfaces. This new addition to the family focuses on cost-sensitive HMI… |
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Global Semiconductor Industry: Market Insights, Leading Companies and Country-wise Dominance The semiconductor industry plays a pivotal role in powering technological advancements across various sectors including AI, robotics, home appliances, industrial applications and more. As the demand for innovative semiconductors rises, governments worldwide are introducing policies and initiatives to support production and development. This analysis delves into the… |
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CES 2025: A Complete Roundup of All Things Robotics Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2025 held from January 7-10 at Las Vegas introduced a variety of impressive robots unveiled by both startups and well-established companies. These robots cater to different needs ranging from human-like companions and pet-like assistants to smart home assistants and industrial robots. The showcase also included robots designed for… |
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Smart Home Automation Ecosystem Using SIPEED MAIXDUINO IoT Kit In the era of smart homes, automation and integration are key to enhancing convenience and efficiency. Our project leverages the SIPEED MAIXDUINO IoT Kit to create an advanced smart home ecosystem comprising two interconnected devices: a Master Device (Gateway) and a Node Device. This system aims to automate non-smart home appliances and integrate advanced AI functionalities, offering seamless… |
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High-Performance PSOC Control MCUs for Advanced Motor Control and Power Conversion Infineon Technologies AG has introduced its new PSOC™ Control microcontroller (MCU) series, engineered for cutting-edge motor control and power conversion applications across diverse sectors including home appliances, power tools, renewable energy, industrial drives, and lighting. Featuring the Arm® Cortex®-M33 core, the PSOC Control MCUs offer enhanced on-board… |
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Powerful 64-Bit MPUs with RTOS Support Enables High-Definition HMI and Quick Startup Renesas Electronics Corporation has announced the new RZ/A3UL group of microprocessors (MPU) that enables both a high-definition human-machine interface (HMI) and quick startup for applications requiring high throughput and real-time capabilities. This new RZ/A3UL allows customers to achieve the full potential of a real-time operating system (RTOS)… |
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New 32-Bit MCUs with High Performance and Superior Noise Tolerance for Home Appliances and Industrial Applications Renesas Electronics Corporation has announced the new RX660 group of microcontrollers (MCUs) that is a new addition to the RX 32-bit MCU Family and supports operating voltages of up to 5V, offering superior noise tolerance for home appliances and industrial equipment exposed to high electromagnetic interference. The high operating voltages of… |
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New Three-phase Intelligent Power Module Series for Maximum Efficiency and Design Flexibility Infineon Technologies AG has extended the CIPOS Tiny Intelligent Power Module (IPM) family with the new CIPOS Tiny IM323-L6G 600V 15A which is based on TRENCHSTOP IGBT RC-D2 switches and state-of-the-art SOI gate driver technology to realize maximum efficiency and improved reliability, along with minimized system size and cost. This new module is suitable for major… |
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New maXTouch Touchscreen Controllers for Harsh and Noisy Environments Microchip has extended its capacitive maXTouch touchscreen controller family with MXT448UD-HA and MXT640UD-HA controllers for harsh and noisy environments where electromagnetic interference can be caused by conveyer belts, power rails, or assembly machinery. These new controllers extend the Class B portfolio of devices beyond 10 inches and provide dedicated… |
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Non-Isolated AC/DC Buck Converters Deliver Low Standby Power and No Audible Noise in Home Appliances and Sensing Systems The RAA2230XX non-isolated buck converters from Renesas Electronics deliver low power consumption, noise, and EMI suppression, while also reducing overall system cost giving designers the competitive edge. These new universal input AC/DC switching buck regulators feature a 700V integrated MOSFET capable of delivering up to 8W output power, with the output voltage as low as 3… |
