Comprehensive Analysis of CAN and CANopen Bus Technologies (Final Part)

Comprehensive Analysis of CAN and CANopen Bus Technologies (Final Part)

[Image] We have completed the basic introduction to CAN and CANopen related technologies, and here is a summary: The CAN bus section features a well-made animation, which I would like to share with my friends who are following me 🤭[Image] Source: https://www.parlezvoustech.com/en/bus-can-2024-technolo…

Choosing the Right Bluetooth Headphones: The Key to Sound Quality

Choosing the Right Bluetooth Headphones: The Key to Sound Quality

In today’s digital age, Bluetooth headphones have become an indispensable part of people’s lives. Whether enjoying music during commutes, immersing in dynamic melodies while exercising, or maintaining focused calls at work, a good pair of Bluetooth headphones is crucial. However, with numerous brands and varying product quality in the market, choosing the right Bluetooth headphones … Read more

How to Select TVS Diodes for RS-232, RS-485, and CAN Based on Rated Voltage

How to Select TVS Diodes for RS-232, RS-485, and CAN Based on Rated Voltage

In many industrial and automotive applications, protecting interface transceivers from various electrical overstress events is a major concern. Transient Voltage Suppressor (TVS) diodes are commonly used for this purpose as they can clamp voltage spikes by creating a low-impedance current path. The electrical characteristics of TVS diodes are determined by several process factors. These parameters … Read more

The ‘King of Internal Competition’ in the Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Headphone Market: A Real Experience with Edifier Lolli ANC

The 'King of Internal Competition' in the Noise-Canceling Bluetooth Headphone Market: A Real Experience with Edifier Lolli ANC

In today’s fiercely competitive true wireless headphone market, semi-in-ear headphones have finally ushered in their noise-canceling revolution. While various manufacturers are still battling over parameters in the in-ear noise-canceling domain, the Edifier Lolli ANC has entered the battlefield with its stylish design and ‘semi-in-ear active noise cancellation’ technology, elevating the competition to a new dimension. … Read more

Validation Testing of CAN Chip Logic Response

Validation Testing of CAN Chip Logic Response

During the development phase of CAN chips, various issues related to communication error management need to be validated. The ISO-16845 international standard specifies comprehensive testing standards, such as error frame detection, transmission frame-related detection, and error management logic validation. This article mainly shares effective and convenient methods to complete the testing. Traditionally, to simulate CRC … Read more

Introduction to In-Vehicle Bus – CAN

Introduction to In-Vehicle Bus - CAN

In-vehicle network communication refers to the process of data transmission and communication between various electronic control units (ECUs) within a vehicle. Modern vehicles contain multiple ECUs, each responsible for specific functions, such as vehicle control (VCU), engine control (EMS), braking system (ESC), steering system (EPS), driver assistance systems, body control systems, air conditioning systems, and … Read more

Usage of Modal Verbs ‘Can’ and ‘May’

Usage of Modal Verbs 'Can' and 'May'

1. Usage of ‘Can’ 1. Indicates ability → “can, able to” We can speak English. → We cannot (can’t) speak English. We can speak English. We cannot speak English. Can you dance the disco? → Yes, I can. / No, I can’t. Can you dance? Yes, I can. No, I can’t. (At this point, ‘be … Read more

Basic Steps for CANFD Debugging

Basic Steps for CANFD Debugging

CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication network that effectively supports distributed control or real-time control. The CAN bus is a widely adopted bus protocol in automotive applications, designed for microcontroller communication in automotive environments. As company projects gradually shift towards the automotive sector, the scenarios for using CAN are increasing. This article analyzes … Read more

SL8X Multitool Project Configuration

SL8X Multitool Project Configuration

Create a project using Multitool 8.2Add an SL8X controller, making sure to select “SL8X1-01” hereThis is not mandatory; I just don’t want to store too many EPEC_CU1 files on my computer.Add a 3724 controller and connect the CAN1 port of the SL8X to the CAN1 port of the 3724 on the same network.In the CAN … Read more

What Communication Technologies Should You Master for Microcontroller Work?

What Communication Technologies Should You Master for Microcontroller Work?

Recently, a reader asked a question: What communication technologies should one master when working with microcontrollers?With the development of technology, there are more and more communication technologies, but in the embedded field, the common communication technologies are actually not many, such as UART, I²C, SPI, CAN, USB, and TCP/IP, which are the most common.These communication … Read more