Understanding MCU Flash, EEPROM, and SRAM: Key Differences and Selection Guidelines

Understanding MCU Flash, EEPROM, and SRAM: Key Differences and Selection Guidelines

As a hardware engineer, we often deal with microcontrollers (MCUs). However, when selecting an MCU, in addition to pin functions, we should be more familiar with the three important parameters: Flash, EEPROM, and SRAM. If we do not prepare adequately in advance, we may find ourselves wasting more time and effort later on when we … Read more

Understanding Semiconductor Memory Chips

Understanding Semiconductor Memory Chips

Memory is divided into two main categories: volatile memory (RAM) and non-volatile memory (external storage). The former loses data immediately when power is cut, while the latter is unaffected by power outages and retains data persistently. Classification of semiconductor memory and global market share – 1 – SRAM (Static Random Access Memory) and DRAM (Dynamic … Read more

Industry Research: Universal Chip FPGA: (3) Programmable Technology of FPGA

Industry Research: Universal Chip FPGA: (3) Programmable Technology of FPGA

Click the “blue text” above to follow for more exciting content. This article contains 496 words, and it takes about 2 minutes to read. FPGA is mostly based on SRAM technology, which often allows it to keep up with the latest technology nodes, ultimately standing out in PLD (SRAM consists of a transmission transistor and … Read more

Epic Reversal! Storage Chips Initiate a New Super Cycle

Epic Reversal! Storage Chips Initiate a New Super Cycle

In the vast landscape of the semiconductor industry, storage chips have always played a key role as a barometer. Currently, an epic reversal that is shaking the industry is underway. Driven by the explosive growth of AI computing power, accelerated domestic substitution, and the restructuring of supply and demand patterns, the global storage market is … Read more

Designing an Energy-Saving Lighting Controller

Designing an Energy-Saving Lighting Controller

The basic workflow of the energy-saving lighting controller can be further refined as follows: 1) Collecting ambient light intensity data: The system obtains real-time ambient light intensity through a light sensor. As the ambient light changes, the light sensor continuously outputs new light intensity data. 2) Data processing and analysis: The main control chip (for … Read more

Lenovo’s First 5nm Self-Developed Chip Successfully Taped Out; Accelerating In-Vehicle Storage Applications for Smart Cars; The Rise of MEMS Requires Comprehensive Strategies

Lenovo's First 5nm Self-Developed Chip Successfully Taped Out; Accelerating In-Vehicle Storage Applications for Smart Cars; The Rise of MEMS Requires Comprehensive Strategies

1. Reports indicate that Lenovo’s first self-developed 5nm chip has successfully taped out, aimed at tablet computers. 2. The smart car sector is accelerating the application of in-vehicle storage, with domestic EEPROMs entering the market. 3. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs responds to the U.S. plan to expand chip export restrictions to China. 4. The … Read more

Discussion on Flash Memory II: NOR and NAND Flash

Discussion on Flash Memory II: NOR and NAND Flash

Click the “Public Account” above to subscribe! Samsung has finally emerged from the explosion scandal, driven by rising prices of DRAM and NAND, pushing Intel off its semiconductor throne after 14 years. The glory is indeed unparalleled. Although the market is expected to correct in the second half of the year, overall DRAM is still … Read more

I2C Bus Technology in Microcontrollers: Is It Really That Simple and Practical for Storing Alarm Data?

I2C Bus Technology in Microcontrollers: Is It Really That Simple and Practical for Storing Alarm Data?

For more exciting content, please click the blue text above to follow me! ————————————— Research Journey With a firm understanding of cutting-edge technology, I reminisce about my deep research during my spare time. I often write articles on my computer, ensuring to publish one every day. As the months pass, my passion grows stronger, and … Read more

Hardware Design and Implementation of a Multifunctional Memory Chip Testing System

Hardware Design and Implementation of a Multifunctional Memory Chip Testing System

Abstract: With the rapid development of electronic technology, the types of memory are becoming increasingly diverse, and each type of memory has its unique operation timing. To improve the testing efficiency of memory chips, a multifunctional memory chip testing system has emerged. This paper proposes a hardware design and implementation for a multifunctional memory chip … Read more

Understanding I2C Bus in PIC Microcontrollers

Understanding I2C Bus in PIC Microcontrollers

Hello everyone! Through our previous lessons, we have gained an understanding of how to use the ICD2 emulator and enhanced PIC development board. We have learned how to control resources such as LEDs, relays, buzzers, buttons, seven-segment displays, RS232 serial, stepper motors, and temperature sensors with microcontrollers. You must have felt the ease of use … Read more