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Space Industry Standardizing RISC-V

As engineers continue to develop new technologies for the space industry, RISC-V is rapidly emerging as the mainstream architecture for space-bound processors. What challenges do engineers face when creating processors for space, what was discussed at the RISC-V Summit Europe, and why is RISC-V the obvious choice for the next generation of space missions?

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Microchip Introduces Radiation-Tolerant Six-Output Clock Generator for Spacecraft Timing

Microchip has introduced the DSA504RT radiation-tolerant six-output clock generator, integrating programmable timing, low jitter performance, and configurable outputs for aerospace and defense systems.

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Microchip Adds PCIe 6.0 and CXL 3.1 Retimers for AI Data Centers

Microchip has introduced XpressConnect PCIe 6.0 and CXL 3.1 retimers for AI servers and data center fabrics. The devices support 64 GT/s operation, sub-12ns latency, PCIe Gen 3-6 compatibility, PAM4 telemetry, and multiple link bifurcation configurations.

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Microchip Targets Solid-State Transformers With 3.3 kV SiC Modules

Microchip has introduced 3.3 kV HV-D3 mSiC power modules for solid-state transformers, combining SiC MOSFETs, Schottky diodes, and high-voltage isolation for AI data centers and medium-voltage power systems.

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Microchip Adds EX-423 EMXO For Low-Power Timing Systems

Microchip has launched the EX-423 evacuated miniature crystal oscillator, combining low power consumption, vacuum-sealed thermal isolation, and stable timing performance for GNSS, military, and test systems.

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Microchip Adds PQC Root Of Trust Controllers For Secure Boot

Microchip TS1800 and TS50x controllers add post-quantum-ready secure boot, hardware PQC acceleration, attestation, and root of trust support for infrastructure systems.

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DigiKey and Microchip Webinar Covers CircuitPython vs Verilog

DigiKey and Microchip will host a free April 30 webinar covering CircuitPython and Verilog, showing how embedded systems combine software and hardware logic.

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Microchip CLB PIC MCUs Fold Logic Into 8-Bit Control

Microchip’s PIC16F13276 and PIC18-Q35 families combine MCU control with integrated programmable logic, targeting lower latency, deterministic timing, reduced BOM count, and simpler design in motor control, industrial, and automotive systems.

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Microchip dsPIC33A Brings Security to Digital Control

Microchip’s dsPIC33AK256MPS306 expands the dsPIC33A family with 200 MHz real-time control, 40 MSPS analog performance, motor control support, and post-quantum cryptography features for power, sensing, and connected embedded designs.

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DigiKey Launches Engineering Unlocked Video Series

DigiKey has launched Engineering Unlocked, a three-part video series sponsored by Microchip and Molex covering prototyping, tools, and STEM.

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Space Industry Standardizing RISC-V

Microchip Introduces Radiation-Tolerant Six-Output Clock Generator for Spacecraft Timing

Microchip Adds PCIe 6.0 and CXL 3.1 Retimers for AI Data Centers

Microchip Targets Solid-State Transformers With 3.3 kV SiC Modules

Microchip Adds EX-423 EMXO For Low-Power Timing Systems

Microchip Adds PQC Root Of Trust Controllers For Secure Boot

DigiKey and Microchip Webinar Covers CircuitPython vs Verilog

Microchip CLB PIC MCUs Fold Logic Into 8-Bit Control

Microchip dsPIC33A Brings Security to Digital Control

DigiKey Launches Engineering Unlocked Video Series

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