Bluetooth, which offers short-range wireless technology, is now standard on most smart devices, including wireless headphones, smart watches, remote controls, game controllers, and many more. Most of these devices are designed to operate with smartphones or computers. Audio streaming, file sharing, peripheral devices, the Internet of Things (IoT), and smart home devices are some common…
Everything you need to know about Chandrayaan-3
On August 23, 2023, India’s space agency Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully soft-landed its moon mission Chandrayaan-3 on the south pole of the moon. This makes India the first nation to land a spacecraft on rough terrains near the lunar south pole in human history and the fourth to successfully land a spacecraft on…
What are the top technologies enabling M2M in 2023?
In today’s digital world, machine-to-machine (M2M) is quickly becoming standard. M2M includes any technology that enables networked devices to exchange data or information. It can be wired or wireless, but the Internet of things (IoT) has made such wireless communication between devices commonplace. The interconnected of things has also made these devices intelligent. Consider how…
Understanding the degree of freedom in robots
We have already learned about the different components that make up an industrial robot or a robotic arm. We have also discussed different types of robots used in industry. One of the most important terms used in the context of robots and their design is degree of freedom. In this article, we will talk about…
What are different types of industrial robots?
Industrial robots are the backbone of the manufacturing industry. It is impossible to imagine modern factories without robots. All that automation in manufacturing units of all scales is using industrial robots. Industrial robots perform repetitive, tough, or hazardous tasks for human workers. Even the jobs humans can do are done with higher productivity and efficiency…
How to select drone motors
The electric motor, electronic speed controller, and flight controller are the three main components that constitute the propulsion system of any drone. It is now quite common to get a flight controller-ESC combo for building FPV drones, making the selection of electric motors often an independent subject. Though, it is really necessary to have a…
What are the different EV charging protocols?
Building EV charging infrastructure is one of the current challenges for the automobile industry — even as new developments are going on in the charging technology itself. The implementation of regulations and standards for charging stations is also occurring and, as a result, many standards are developing aimed to ensure interoperability among charging facilities. The…
The top mobile app development tools for IoT and electronics
Electronics makers often build mobile apps to control electronic devices. These are typically WiFi or Bluetooth-connected devices controlled by a smartphone. Several software frameworks and tools support the development of native or cross-platform mobile apps for iOS and Android. Some popular frameworks include React Native, Flutter, Xamarin, Swiftic, Ionic, Apache Cordova, Jquery Mobile, and Native…
What battery chemistries are used in electric vehicles?
Despite a higher price tag initially, electric vehicles (EVs) tend to offer significant savings over time. The environmental benefits aside, which are noteworthy, EVs typically cost half as much to maintain and repair as gas-powered vehicles — and they’re growing in popularity. Unlike conventional vehicles, EVs don’t have internal combustion (IC) engines. Instead of gasoline,…
What are the different types of EV charging connectors?
Battery electric vehicles (EVs) have showcased rapidly growing sales figures over the last several years. There are several reasons to consider an EV aside from saving on gasoline. The prominent one, of course, is the environment. EVs have no tailpipe emissions, and research shows that they’re responsible for lower levels of greenhouse gases (GHGs) than…
What types of motors are used in electric vehicles?
Conventional vehicles that rely on internal combustion engines (ICE) could become a rarity in the next couple of decades. Electric vehicles (EVs) are growing in popularity, replacing petrol-driven transportation faster than expected. Despite a higher initial price tag, EVs typically offer savings over time. The environmental benefits aside (which are noteworthy), EVs cost half as…
What is Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging System (WEVCS)?
Electric vehicles are shaping the future of mobility and, as nearly all electric vehicles are turning out to be more economical compared to any gasoline car, there has been a shift in the buying trend of automobiles. It is expected that there will be more electric cars on the road than fossil fuel cars by…
What is the role of embedded software in electric vehicles?
Electric vehicles are the future of the automotive industry. There are already more than 2.5 million BEVs and PHEVs in the United States this year, which is expected to increase. There are more than 2.3 million electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe. In India, the number has surpassed 1.3 million. Battery aside, one key factor to a successful…
How to select an electronic speed controller for your drone
An electronic speed controller (ESC) is a vital component of a First Person View (FPV) drone. A drone’s propulsion system is built from three main components: The flight controller The electronic speed controller (ESC) The drone motors The flight controller receives signals from the radio transmitter and sends signals to the ESC. Accordingly, the ESC…
What are the components of robotic arms and industrial robots?
Industrial robots are designed for use in industrial automation. They’re programmable machines that are specifically used to automate production-related tasks. Typically, several robots are installed in an assembly line, each responsible for a specific objective. For example, some pick and place workpieces, some interact with different equipment (such as a lathe or milling machine), and…
What are the top 4G modems available in India?
Are you building something that requires a GSM/GPRS modem or looking for a GSM modem for your next IoT project? GSM modems are widely used in several connected devices and applications. GSM is an acronym for Global Systems for Mobile, and GPRS refers to a General Packet Radio Service. A GSM module is a device…
What to expect from the IoT in 2023
The Internet of things (IoT), which includes the billions of devices now connected to the internet, has developed substantially over the past few years. IoT has become integral to several technologies and businesses. In fact, the number of active IoT devices has increased from 11.28 billion to 13.14 billion between 2021 and 2022. And the…
The top computer vision tools for embedded systems
Computer vision is reaching new levels, far beyond basic image processing. This is thanks to the integration of artificial intelligence. AI now enables computers and systems to derive meaningful information from digital images that can be used in advanced industries. Currently, one of the most common applications is in security and surveillance. A computer vision…
Practical application of hardware filters with real-life examples
In previous articles (including here, here, and here), we discussed the different types of filters available, including examples. If you’ve followed along, you should have an understanding of the frequency components (i.e., attenuating high frequencies when using a low pass filter and the passing frequencies for a high pass filter). You should also be aware…
What are the top tools for developing embedded software?
The embedded software or firmware is the brain of an embedded device. However, this type of software works differently than the conventional ones on PCs or mobile devices — which are generic and work identically on such operating systems. PC software runs without directly accessing the underlying hardware. The purpose of embedded software works in…