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April 15, 2026


Meet the Embedder AI Firmware Engineer

by Max Maxfield

If you’re involved in developing embedded systems, YOU NEED TO READ THIS. I’m sure that, like me, you’ve been exposed to a lot of AI-powered design tools over the past couple of years. Suffice it to say that the one I’m poised to tell you about just blew my socks off (don’t worry, I’ll retrieve them later).

I’m so excited about all this that rather than wiffle and waffle as is my wont, I’m moved to dive headfirst into the fray. I was just chatting with Ethan Gibbs, who is the CEO and co-founder of Embedder. The folks at Embedder say their tool,

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In Memoriam: Tracy Kidder, author of Pulitzer Prize-Winning “The Soul of a New Machine”

by Steven Leibson
Solving the Memory Wall: A Deep Dive into AI Inference with Sandra Rivera

by Amelia Dalton
Meet the AI That Doesn’t Just Hear What You Say—It Hears What You Mean!

by Max Maxfield
Sustainable Power for an Increasingly Intelligent World

by Max Maxfield

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Max\'s Cool Beans
Apr 2, 2026
Build, code, and explore with your own AI-powered Mars rover kit, inspired by NASA's Perseverance mission....

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April 15, 2026

NTT Research Launches Scale Academy and New Quantum – Safe Security Platform

TDK announces third-generation 1500 W wide-range AC-DC power modules

Thoro Unveils New Autonomous Solution Powered by Orbbec, Driving Scalable Material Handling Innovation

Saelig Launches Harogic PXN Series 4.5/6/9GHz Handheld Spectrum Analyzers

Indium Corporation Presents Collaborative Research on Solder Alloy Reliability for Heterogeneous Integration at ICEP-HBS

Sivers Semiconductors Collaborates With Jabil on Energy Efficient 1.6T Pluggable Optical Transceiver Module

April 14, 2026

EIZO Releases 24.1-inch MIL-Qualified Rugged Monitor with Maritime Standards for ECDIS/WECDIS Navigation, IBNS, and Other Mission-Critical Applications

Infineon further extends its global leadership in the automotive semiconductor market

Airmar Introduces Next-Generation 300WX WeatherStation® Instruments for 2026

SECO’s Clea framework selected by Hitachi Energy for multiyear rollout to support secure, scalable energy digitalization

SNIA Launches MRAM Alliance SIG to Support Expanding use of MRAM

Optical link requirement reflects broader trend for increased use of fibre optic technologies in high voltage applications

April 13, 2026

Rohde & Schwarz enables Pulsar signal simulation to support next-generation navigation devices

KYOCERA AVX Releases New MIL-PRF-32535 BME NP0 MLCCs Approved to the DLA QPD

SNIA Launches MRAM Alliance SIG to Support Expanding use of MRAM

Roadzen’s drivebuddyAI Secures Patent to Detect and Geo-Map Hazardous Road Conditions in Real-Time

Real-Time Transparency on the Rails: BauTV+ Deploys 12 Construction Cameras on Germany’s Major Railway Rehabilitation Project

Kornit Digital Redefines Apparel Production for the On-Demand Era Unveiling Atlas MATRIX at Konnections 2026

April 10, 2026

Reliable Liquid Cooling in Demanding AI Data Centers, ESS and EV Charging Stations Using Amphenol Industrial Operations’ Expanded Connector Series

April 9, 2026

New Aitech SOSA-Aligned U-C860X Mission Computers Deliver High-Performance Edge Processing and Accelerated AI/ML with Intel 14th Gen Core Ultra Processors

Siemens accelerates AI chip verification to trillion‑cycle scale with NVIDIA technology

April 8, 2026

Research on C-BATT’s Obsidia™ Anode Material Wins 2026 Best of Show Poster Award at International Battery Seminar & Exhibit

Abaco Systems Boosts Real-Time Data Processing Speeds with VP892

Vector Photonics demos free space optical communication using a PCSEL for the first time outside of a lab

Vishay Intertechnology 2-Way Wilkinson Divider / Combiner Increases Efficiency, Saves Space in Aerospace, Defense, and Connectivity Applications

April 7, 2026

Aitech to Showcase Mission-Proven Edge-AI Computing Innovation and First-of-its-Kind IQSat PicoSat Configurator at Space Symposium

TDK launches ultra-small noise suppression filters for audio lines with high noise attenuation in the 5-GHz band

April 6, 2026

Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Computer-on-Modules from congatec are hardened for harsh environments within the industrial temperature range

Curtiss-Wright announces major upgrade to PacStar 455 tactical data storage server

ACM Research Introduces ACM Planetary Family™ Product Portfolio Structure

CEA-Leti, CEA-List and PSMC Collaborate to Integrate RISC-V and MicroLED Silicon Photonics into 3D Stacking and Interposer for Next-Generation AI

April 3, 2026

VIAVI Partners with Ground Control to Enable Assured Maritime Vessel Tracking and Navigation in GNSS-Denied Environments

Saelig Introduces Advanced AIM-TTi ADM1055

DDC-I Announces Safety-Critical Multi-core RTOS for NXP S32G Network Application Processors

April 2, 2026

Renesas’ Radiation‑Hardened ICs Take Flight on NASA’s Artemis II Crewed Lunar Mission

QuiX Quantum Demonstrates Below-Threshold Error Mitigation in Photonic Quantum Computing for First Time

Bourns Introduces SRP2008DP Series High Current Shielded Power Inductors for Compact, High-Density Designs

Keysight Adds Assembly Simulation to Virtual Manufacturing Portfolio

e-con Systems Launches STURDeCAM57: A 5MP Global Shutter RGB-IR Camera for In-cabin Monitoring Systems

 
 

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featured chalk talk

EU Cyber Resilience Act Compliance Simplified with Infineon Security Solutions

Sponsored by Mouser Electronics and Infineon

In this episode of Chalk Talk, Preeti Khemani from Infineon and Amelia Dalton investigate the scope, categories, and standards included in the EU Cyber Resilience Act. They also explore the timelines associated with the EU Cyber Resilience Act and discuss how Infineon is streamlining compliance to ensure your next design meets CRA requirements.

Click here for more information about Infineon Technologies EU Cyber Resilience Act & RED Solutions

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Global Coverage With NTN

Sponsored by Mouser Electronics and Nordic Semiconductor and TE Connectivity

In this episode of Chalk Talk, Paul Fadlovich from TE Connectivity and Martin Lesund from Nordic Semiconductor and Amelia Dalton explore the what, why and how of NTN technology. They also explore the role that antennas play in satellite communication systems, and how Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF9151 System-in-Package and TE Connectivity’s broad range of antenna solutions can jump start your next global IoT design.

Click here for more information about TE Connectivity D2D Dual Mode Antennas

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Cadence Chiplets Solutions | Helping you realize your chiplet ambitions

Sponsored by Cadence Design Systems

In this webinar, David Glasco, VP of Compute Solutions at Cadence, discusses how Cadence enables customers to transition from traditional monolithic SoC architectures to modular, scalable chiplet-based solutions, essential for meeting the growing demands of physical AI applications and high-performance computing.

Read eBook: Helping You Realize Your Chiplet Ambitions

Connecting the World Through Space – Qorvo and Mouser

  In this episode of Chalk Talk, Ryan Jennings from Qorvo and Amelia Dalton explore the critical components and design challenges inherent in LEO satellite infrastructure and how Qorvo’s solutions are enabling the next generation of space-based connectivity. Click here for more information about Qorvo SATCOM 13.75GHz to 14.5GHz GaN Power Amplifiers

Nexperia GaN Power Proliferating in All Things Motor Control/Drive – Nexperia and Mouser

  In this episode of Chalk Talk, Art Gonsky from Nexperia and Amelia Dalton discuss the biggest challenges of electric motors and controllers and how GaN power solutions can help solve these issues. They  also investigate how silicon, silicon carbide and GaN power solutions compare and how Nexperia and NXP technologies can get your next … Read More → "Nexperia GaN Power Proliferating in All Things Motor Control/Drive – Nexperia and Mouser"

EU Cyber Resilience Act Compliance Simplified with Infineon Security Solutions — Infineon & Mouser

  In this episode of Chalk Talk, Preeti Khemani from Infineon and Amelia Dalton investigate the scope, categories, and standards included in the EU Cyber Resilience Act. They also explore the timelines associated with the EU Cyber Resilience Act and discuss how Infineon is streamlining compliance to ensure your next design meets CRA requirements. Click … Read More → "EU Cyber Resilience Act Compliance Simplified with Infineon Security Solutions — Infineon & Mouser"

Global Coverage With NTN — TE Connectivity, Nordic Semiconductor, and Mouser

  In this episode of Chalk Talk, Paul Fadlovich from TE Connectivity and Martin Lesund from Nordic Semiconductor and Amelia Dalton explore the what, why and how of NTN technology.  They also explore the role that antennas play in satellite communication systems, and how Nordic Semiconductor’s nRF9151 System-in-Package and TE Connectivity’s broad range of antenna … Read More → "Global Coverage With NTN — TE Connectivity, Nordic Semiconductor, and Mouser"

The Han® Connector — HARTING and Mouser Electronics

In this episode of Chalk Talk, Emily Kenny from Harting and Amelia Dalton investigate the details of the Harting Han® connector family. They also explore the trends in connector solutions today, the variety of options within this connector family and how you can get started using a Harting Han® connector for your next design!  Click … Read More → "The Han® Connector — HARTING and Mouser Electronics"

MR-VMU-RT1176 Vehicle Management Flight Controller — NXP and Mouser Electronics

  In this episode of Chalk Talk, Iain Galloway from NXP and Amelia Dalton explore the benefits of the MR-VMU-RT1176 Vehicle Management Flight Controller. They also investigate the multitude of elements included in this solution and how NXP robotics platforms can get your next mobile robot design up and running in no time.  Click here … Read More → "MR-VMU-RT1176 Vehicle Management Flight Controller — NXP and Mouser Electronics"


 
In Memoriam: Tracy Kidder, author of Pulitzer Prize-Winning “The Soul of a New Machine”
Thanks for the PALs, John. They were truly a contribution to the electronics world.

posted by Steven Leibson on Apr 15 at 8:48am

 
 
In Memoriam: Tracy Kidder, author of Pulitzer Prize-Winning “The Soul of a New Machine”
Hi Steve, it was truly remarkable that Tracy Kidder, a non-technical writer, could produce a work so insightful it inspired even veteran engineers like yourself to embrace new paradigms like programmable logic and PALs. At MMI, we were absolutely delighted by the book's release. Thanks for the memories.

posted by John Birkner on Apr 14 at 1:46pm

 
 
In Memoriam: Tracy Kidder, author of Pulitzer Prize-Winning “The Soul of a New Machine”
Hi Steve -- thanks for this remembrance. I remember how engrossed I was when reading “The Soul of a New Machine” back in the mists of time when I wore a much younger man's clothes -- Tracy brought the entire design process alive in a way few people have before ...

posted by Max Maxfield on Apr 14 at 6:49am

 
 
Artemis II Moon Mission’s FPGA-Based Space Toilet Poops Out Shortly After Reaching Earth Orbit, Repaired by Space Plumber
Plumbing is one of those things you don't really think about... until it stops working. There's one thing about being a plumber... you'll never be short of "friends" who call you in the early hours of the morning :-)

posted by Max Maxfield on Apr 7 at 8:04am

 
 
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