➀ e-con Systems announced expanded camera support for Renesas' RZ/G3E microprocessor to enhance edge AI vision solutions for industrial automation and smart city applications;

➁ The RZ/G3E, optimized for low-power edge computing, now integrates e-con's production-ready cameras: e-CAM22_CURZH (Sony STARVIS IMX462) for low-light imaging and e-CAM25_CURZH (onsemi AR0234) with global shutter for fast-moving objects;

➂ The collaboration accelerates time-to-market for AI vision systems, leveraging Renesas' dual-display support and Arm Cortex-A55 processor for high-performance edge applications.

➀ Renesas launches RL78/L23 MCUs with dual-bank memory for over-the-air updates, targeting smart home appliances and IoT applications；

➁ Features include a low-power 16-bit core, LCD controller with 30% reduced current, touch support (up to 36 keys), and 1.6-5.5V operation；

➂ Designed for 5V industrial use and battery-powered systems, with safety compliance and dynamic power-saving modes.

➀ Arduino released the Nano R4 with headers, featuring a Renesas RA4M1 microcontroller (Arm Cortex-M4), designed for smart home and compact prototyping projects;

➁ The board offers 21 digital I/O pins, dual I2C ports, and pre-soldered headers for easy breadboarding, alongside compatibility with Arduino UNO R4;

➂ Priced at $13.30, it supports modular expansion via Qwiic/Stemma QT connectors and is already sold out due to high demand.

➀ Arduino launches Nano R4, a Renesas RA4M1-based microcontroller board in Nano form-factor, following the Uno R4 release;

➁ Designed for compact applications, it features 3.3V/5V I2C interfaces (Qwiic/Stemma QT), battery-backed RTC, and an RGB LED, with options for castellated pins for custom boards;

➂ Includes a Connector Carrier add-on for expanded sensor interfaces (I2C, UART, analog/digital I/O) and a Micro SD slot with voltage-switching capability.

➀ Renesas launched the RZ/G3E 64-bit microprocessor for AI-driven HMI systems with quad-core Arm Cortex-A55 and Ethos-U55 NPU；

➁ Supports dual Full HD video, PCIe 3.0, USB 3.2 Gen2, and low-power modes (50mW standby)；

➂ Targets industrial IoT, healthcare, and smart buildings with enhanced edge computing and real-time sensing.

➀ Renesas and Mouser collaborate on the DA14535, a 2.2x3mm Bluetooth MCU based on Arm Cortex-M0+ with Bluetooth LE 5.3 support;

➁ The IC operates from 1.2-3.6V and is available as a pre-certified module (DA14535MOD) with integrated flash and antenna;

➂ Development kits (USB and Pro versions) enable prototyping for asset tracking and IoT applications.

➀ Renesas launched the RA2T1 MCU, a 64MHz Arm Cortex-M23-based microcontroller designed for single-motor applications like fans, power tools, and home appliances;

➁ Features include three-channel current sensing, PWM with dead-time control, safety mechanisms for over-current protection, and reliability enhancements like ADC self-diagnosis and SRAM parity checks;

➂ Supports voltage ranges from 1.6V to 5.5V, offers up to 64KB flash memory, and includes software tools for seamless integration with legacy code and RTOS.

➀ Renesas launched three 650V GaN power transistors (TP65H030G4PRS/WS/QS) in TOLT, TO-247, and TOLL packages for server power supplies and e-mobility chargers, featuring silicon-compatible gate drive and enhanced thermal management;

➁ The Gen IV plus cascode design combines depletion-mode GaN HEMT and Si MOSFET, achieving 30mΩ on-resistance, a 4V threshold voltage, and 20% improvement in R_DS(on)·C_oss product;

➂ A 4.2kW totem-pole PFC evaluation kit (RTDTTP4200W066A-KIT) is provided, following Navitas Semiconductor's recent motor drive-focused GaN solution.

➀ Renesas launched SLG51003, a Power GreenPAK chip with three customizable LDOs, optimized for battery-powered devices and advanced sensor systems;

➁ It offers ultra-low output noise (16 µV), high power supply rejection (68 dB), and ±1% voltage accuracy, enhancing performance in smartphone cameras, drones, and automotive systems;

➂ Compact design reduces component count and addresses electrical noise challenges in applications like automotive ADAS and low-light imaging.

➀ Foxconn is reportedly bidding for Singapore-based UTAC to expand chip packaging capabilities, with a potential $3 billion deal;

➁ UK startup SCI Semiconductor raised £2.5M to develop CHERI-based secure microcontrollers, planning to expand its team in Sheffield;

➂ Nvidia partnered with Texas Instruments for 800Vdc data centers to enhance AI processor power efficiency, while Renesas abandoned SiC market plans due to Wolfspeed’s instability, and Dyson launched a slim vacuum cleaner with improved hair-cleaning features.

➀ This article introduces a ROS-based robot body controller reference design developed by Renesas Electronics Corporation. It provides engineers with a reliable solution for controlling multiple servos in robotic applications.

➁ The design features an RA6M5 microcontroller unit (MCU) with an Arm® Cortex®-M33 processor, enabling real-time control and efficient communication with connected devices.

➂ The reference design supports various communication interfaces such as Ethernet, USB, and Wi-Fi-based Pub/Sub, allowing seamless integration with ROS nodes, making it suitable for applications in logistics, defense, healthcare, and agriculture.

➀ Renesas Electronics Corporation has launched all-in-one solutions for managing lithium-ion battery packs in consumer products such as e-bikes, vacuum cleaners, robotics, and drones. These solutions, known as R-BMS F, come with pre-validated firmware that reduces the learning curve for developers and enables faster design of safe and power-efficient battery management systems.

➁ The R-BMS F solutions integrate fuel gauge ICs, a microcontroller, an analog battery front-end, pre-programmed firmware, software, development tools, and full documentation. Evaluation kits are now available for shipping.

➂ One major challenge in designing advanced power management solutions is the complexity of firmware development and validation. Renesas's R-BMS F system eliminates this process and offers market-ready power solutions that do not require specialized technical knowledge of MCU programming or advanced battery management design.

➀ A roundup of the latest electronics news from Embedded World 2024, covering automotive, military, telecoms, industrial, and consumer electronics sectors.

➁ Infineon is launching a RISC-V starter kit for automotive microcontrollers.

➂ NXP reveals MCX MCUs with Matter, Thread, Zigbee, and Bluetooth LE.

➀ Renesas Electronics Corporation has launched a new group of ultra-low-power MCUs named RA4L1, featuring advanced security and segment LCD support.

➁ These MCUs are powered by an 80-MHz Arm Cortex-M33 processor with TrustZone and consume minimal power, making them ideal for IoT applications like water meters, smart locks, and sensors.

➂ The MCUs offer a range of peripherals and come in various compact packages, supported by Renesas' Flexible Software Package (FSP) for simplified application development.

➀ Mouser is shipping a CO2 sensor module for air quality monitoring, the RRH47000, which is designed to meet various standards;

➁ The module is made by Renesas and includes a non-dispersive infrared sensor with automatic baseline calibration;

➂ It also features temperature and humidity sensors, and operates over a wide range of conditions.

➀ Honda unveiled two new electric vehicles at CES 2025: the Honda 0 Saloon and the Honda 0 SUV.

➁ A partnership with Renesas was announced, focusing on advanced processors for supporting advanced vehicle and AI functions.