8-bit MCU

National High-Performance RISC-V 32-bit MCU Now in Mass Production! Resource-Rich and Supports Dual Motor Drive

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National High-Performance RISC-V 32-bit MCU Now in Mass Production! Resource-Rich and Supports Dual Motor Drive

Recently, Aipute Microelectronics, a leading domestic RISC-V MCU company in the fields of industrial control and smart home appliances, officially launched a powerful, high-performance, and high-speed processing RISC-V 32-bit MCU—the APT32F173 series, which supports dual motor drive. The APT32F173 series adopts a fully domestic RISC-V core, featuring 8K ICACHE, single-precision floating-point, and DSP computing capabilities, … Read more

Comparison Study of Chip Performance and Applications of MCU and DSP in Motor Control

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Comparison Study of Chip Performance and Applications of MCU and DSP in Motor Control

In motor control applications, MCUs (Microcontrollers) and DSPs (Digital Signal Processors) each have their unique advantages and applicable scenarios. The following is a comparative analysis of the two: 1. Advantages of MCUs 1. Cost and Integration Low Cost: MCUs are generally cheaper, suitable for cost-sensitive applications (such as home appliances and consumer electronics). High Integration: … Read more

The Semiconductor Order Cut Wave Spreads to MCUs, Price Avalanche is Imminent

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The Semiconductor Order Cut Wave Spreads to MCUs, Price Avalanche is Imminent

With the global economic outlook declining and traditional consumer electronics demand falling, the semiconductor industry is beginning to face a wave of order cuts. On July 1, market news reported that the storm of semiconductor chip order cuts and price reductions has expanded again, this time involving MCUs (Microcontrollers), especially with the largest price drops … Read more

Is Running RTOS on an 8-bit MCU Meaningful?

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Is Running RTOS on an 8-bit MCU Meaningful?

Most people start learning about microcontrollers with the most basic 8-bit MCUs. Generally, the three most common series of 8-bit microcontrollers are: the 51 series, AVR series, and PIC series.Recently, there was a discussion in a group about a question: Is it meaningful to run RTOS on a 51 microcontroller? Regarding this question, everyone has … Read more

The Hulk Officially Returns to the MCU! A Solo Movie in the Works, Reuniting with His Son on Sakaar

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The Hulk Officially Returns to the MCU! A Solo Movie in the Works, Reuniting with His Son on Sakaar

In the first episode of the already aired “She-Hulk: Attorney at Law,” we witness the origin of Jennifer Walters as She-Hulk. However, the most surprising aspect is the return of Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner/The Hulk. As one of the few original Avengers still active, The Hulk has accompanied us for over a decade. However, … Read more

Do You Remember That MCU Manufacturer? They Went Out of Stock and Disappeared…

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Do You Remember That MCU Manufacturer? They Went Out of Stock and Disappeared...

After ARM launched its MCU IP, it has become quite challenging to establish a strong chip manufacturer. Firstly, one must act quickly to seize market opportunities; secondly, having a loyal customer base for one’s own IP is crucial, as seen with Renesas, Microchip, and TI, who continue to use their own MCU core IP. Thirdly, … Read more

STMicroelectronics (ST) MCU Specific Models and Parameter Comparison Table!

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STMicroelectronics (ST) MCU Specific Models and Parameter Comparison Table!

Table of Contents Mainstream MCUs STM32 G0 Series – Arm Cortex-M0+ New Entry-Level MCU STM32 G4 Series – Arm Cortex-M4 Mixed Signal MCU STM32 F0 Series – Arm Cortex-M0 Entry-Level MCU STM32 F1 Series – Arm Cortex-M3 Basic MCU STM32 F3 Series – Arm Cortex-M4 Mixed Signal MCU High-Performance MCUs STM32 F2 Series – Arm … Read more

Setting Safety Boundaries for MCUs Using Programming Software

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Setting Safety Boundaries for MCUs Using Programming Software

Follow+Star Public Account Number, don’t miss out on exciting content Source | Renesas Embedded Encyclopedia To enhance the security of MCU projects, it is crucial to set safety boundaries. This article discusses the method of setting IDAU safety boundaries using the Renesas RA6M5 (Qiming 6M5 Development Board) and Renesas Flash Programmer programming tool as examples. … Read more

Domestic MCUs Embrace New Opportunities, Manufacturers Generally State ‘No Price Increase’!

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Domestic MCUs Embrace New Opportunities, Manufacturers Generally State 'No Price Increase'!

The report from Electronic Enthusiasts Network (by Li Wanwan) states that since the outbreak of the pandemic, the demand for medical devices such as infrared thermometers and pulse oximeters has surged. Electronic Enthusiasts has learned that MCU manufacturers are actively launching MCUs for medical devices and are supplying them to ensure the production of medical … Read more

Global MCU Shortages and Price Increases: Domestic MCU Manufacturers Maintain Original Prices

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Global MCU Shortages and Price Increases: Domestic MCU Manufacturers Maintain Original Prices

According to a report from Electronic Enthusiasts (by Cheng Wenzhi), with the development of consumer electronics, automotive electronics, industrial control, and Internet of Things applications, the demand for MCU products is increasing, presenting a significant growth opportunity for domestic MCU manufacturers. To discuss this topic, Electronic Enthusiasts invited Liu Tao, Product Director of Zhuhai Jihai … Read more