MPUs & MCUs
First System-in-Package for microprocessors launched
Octavo Systems have launched the OSD32MP1, their first System-in-Package (SiP) product based on the new STM32MP1 microprocessor from STMicroelectronics. The OSD32MP1 allows users of the popular STM32 family to move to Linux without adding size or complexity to their design
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ctavo has leveraged their years of experience creating tightly integrated system building blocks to develop a device that is up to 64 per cent smaller than an equivalent system made from discrete components. At only 18mm X 18mm the OSD32MP1 is the same size as the STM32MP1 but integrates the STM32MP1 microprocessor, STPMIC1 Power Management IC (PMIC), Up to 1GB of DDR3 memory, 4K non-volatile EEPROM, MEMs oscillators, and over 100 passives into a single BGA package.
The new STM32MP1 contains Dual Arm Cortex-A7 microprocessors along with an Arm Cortex-M4 microcontroller. It has a wide range of peripherals spanning from two 22 channel ADCs, to a camera interface, to 1Gbps ethernet, to a 3D GPU, making it a great fit for remote sensors, HMI displays, motor control applications, medical systems, and IoT end points. The integration provided by the OSD32MP1 SiP makes the solution ideal for any application needing a versatile applications processor in a small package.
Migrating from a microcontroller The STM32MP1 builds on the success of the STM32 line of microcontrollers by
firmware and the elimination of complexity makes the OSD32MP1 the easiest path for designers to move from a microcontroller to Linux.
“The continued push of IoT and the demand for more data has required many applications to migrate from an existing microcontroller design to one based on a microprocessor running Linux. There are usually two major hurdles that prevent this from being an
Beyond simplifying the design process, the OSD32MP1 brings all the other benefits of System-in-Package to this new set of designs. These benefits include lower cost Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) by requiring less space and needing less complicated manufacturing processes, like Laser Vias or Via-in-Pad. The OSD32MP1 also simplifies the task of sourcing components by integrating over 100 devices from multiple vendors into a single component.
“Having ST ask us to be one of their partners at launch really validates our vision for the future of electronics design. Designers will demand more integrated solutions to start to develop their unique applications faster rather than spend time on tedious tasks that don’t differentiate their product,” adds Gene Frantz, CTO Octavo Systems. “System-in-Package is the solution to provide this tremendous level of integration.”
leveraging the STM32 Cube Environment. The inclusion of the M4 allows full re-use of the STM32 MCU Cube Firmware while adding support for Linux. The OSD32MP1 integration allows users to take advantage of a full microprocessor without the increase in complexity that typically comes from routing DDR and complex power management. The ability to re-use
easy transition; porting their application, and complicated hardware designs,” comments Greg Sheridan, marketing manager at Octavo Systems. “Integrating the new STM32MP1 into the OSD32MP1 removes these roadblocks, greatly reducing the effort required to migrate from a microcontroller to a microprocessor running Linux.”
Availability and pricing Design resources for the OSD32MP1 are available today on the Octavo Systems website. Samples will be available in Q3 with full production scheduled for Q4. “Pricing is still being finalized and will be in-line with the cost of an equivalent system designed with discrete components,” said Greg. To further help customers start developing with the OSD32MP1 Octavo Systems is proud to announce ISMOsys (Integrated Sales Marketing and Operations) as its official pan European Representative. ISMOsys delivers true local technical specialist from seven regionally based offices. You can find your local contact at
octavosystems.com/contact/sales- contacts/ or
ismosys.com/ismosys-emea
New IoT cube box runs on microprocessor S
hiratech Solutions, a subsidiary of AY Electronics Group and innovator of ARM-based Platform on Modules, has launched the IoT Cube Box, an IoT
gateway that offers direct and easy connection to the cloud. IoT Cube Box is the first product of its kind fitted with the new STM32MP1 series microprocessor from ST announced earlier this week. With its clever combination of MPU and software, ST assembled all the pieces to match product supply requirements – and Shiratech customers will benefit from ST’s rolling 10-years longevity commitment. Ishay Kokavka, CEO, Shiratech Solutions, explains: “We
are excited to launch the IoT Cube Box at this point in time, becoming the first manufacturer in the world to make full use of the new STM32 heterogeneous architecture. The IoT Cube Box will leverage this new microprocessor’s fast processing and real-time tasks on a single chip, achieving
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the greatest power efficiency thanks to its combination of Arm Cortex-A and Cortex-M cores”.
IoT Cube Box is designed specifically for use in smart home, smart city and white goods applications. It makes full use of the STM32MP1 series strengths, running at up to 650MHz and operating a high-performance Arm Cortex-M4 microcontroller core running at 209MHz. “We continue to develop more products with the likes of Analog Devices, ST Micro and Arrow Electronics,” continues Kokavka. With Embedded World just around the corner, the company also released recently iCoMox, an open development platform for the Condition Based Monitoring (CBM) of industrial equipment, assets and structures.
shiratech-solutions.com
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