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• A comprehensive approach to enhancing IoT Security with Artificial Intelligence (Sep. 21, 2023)
  In today's interconnected society, the Internet of Things (IoT) has seamlessly integrated itself into our daily lives. From smart homes to industrial automation, the number of IoT devices continues to grow exponentially. However, along with these advancements comes the need for robust security measures to protect the sensitive data flowing through these interconnected devices.
  
  
• Audio Validation in Multimedia Systems and its Parameters (Sep. 11, 2023)
  In the massive world of multimedia, sound stands as a vital component that adds depth to the overall encounter. Whether it's streaming services, video games, or virtual reality, sound holds a crucial role in crafting immersive and captivating content.
  
  
• The rise of FPGA technology in High-Performance Computing (Aug. 09, 2023)
  In recent years, Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) have emerged as a viable technology for High-Performance Computing (HPC), thanks to their customizability, parallel processing, and low latency.
  
  
• Boosting Model Interoperability and Efficiency with the ONNX framework (Aug. 03, 2023)
  The rapid growth of artificial intelligence and machine learning has led to the development of numerous deep learning frameworks. Each framework has its strengths and weaknesses, making it challenging to deploy models across different platforms.
  
  
• Revolutionizing Consumer Electronics with the power of AI Integration (Jul. 20, 2023)
  In recent years, the rapid advancement of technology has revolutionized various industries, and the consumer electronics sector is no exception. One of the most prominent and influential technologies is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) development. AI-powered technology, driven by machine learning advancements, has a profound impact on consumer electronics, transforming our interaction with consumer devices/ products.
  
  
• QA Automation Testing with Container and Jenkins CICD (Jun. 26, 2023)
  QA automation faces an issue when configuring Jenkins to execute automated testing within Docker containers and retrieve the results. The best approach for automating the testing procedure in CI/CD will be explored in this article ahead.
  
  
• Role of Embedded Systems and its future in Industrial Automation (Jun. 20, 2023)
  Embedded systems have become increasingly important in today's world of automation. Particularly in the field of industrial automation, embedded systems play an important role in speeding up production and controlling factory systems
  
  
• How AI (Artificial Intelligence) Is Transforming the Aerospace Industry (May. 29, 2023)
  AI is used to assist customers at the airport which is helping the companies reduce their operational and labor costs. Also, by using AI technologies, airline companies can resolve the issues of their passengers using chatbots by providing them with correct information.
  
  
• Understanding the Deployment of Deep Learning algorithms on Embedded Platforms (May. 24, 2023)
  Embedded platforms have become an integral part of our daily lives, revolutionizing our technological interaction. These platforms, equipped with deep learning algorithms, have opened a world of possibilities, enabling smart devices, autonomous systems, and intelligent applications.
  
  
• An Industrial Overview of Open Standards for Embedded Vision and Inferencing (May. 08, 2023)
  Embedded Vision and Inferencing are two critical technologies for many modern devices such as drones, autonomous cars, industrial robots, etc. Embedded vision uses computer vision to process images, video, and other visual data, while inferencing is the process of making decisions based on collected data without having to explicitly program each decision step with the help of diverse architectures and platforms including multi-core ARM, DSP, GPUs, and FPGAs to provide a comprehensive foundation for developing multimedia systems.
  
  
• Applications And Operations of Video Analytics (Apr. 17, 2023)
  Discover video analytics solutions for automotive, retail, sports, media & more with Softnautics. Explore the applications and opportunities of video analytics.
  
  
• IoT Security: Exploring Risks and Countermeasures Across Industries (Mar. 13, 2023)
  This blog aims to investigate the impact of IoT security on various domains, from personal devices to critical infrastructure, and analyze potential measures to mitigate the associated risks.
  
  
• An overview of Machine Learning pipeline and its importance (Mar. 06, 2023)
  A machine learning pipeline entirely automates a machine learning task's workflow, thus simplifying each stage. Softnautics helps businesses design AI/ML solutions with automated ML pipelines.
  
  
• Android Audio Architecture (Feb. 20, 2023)
  Android being an open-source software code and a well-defined framework structure, is widely adopted across all hardware platforms for multimedia. Android Audio architecture is the one preferred for audio processing applications.
  
  
• Emerging Trends and Challenges in Embedded System Design (Jan. 16, 2023)
  The outcomes of embedded systems are application-oriented and advance development areas in focus, embedded systems and devices will gain more popularity in the coming future while considering various business sectors and their applications.
  
  
• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning based Image Processing (Dec. 15, 2022)
  Image processing is the process of converting an image to a digital format and then performing various operations on it to extract useful information. When certain predetermined signal procedures are used, the image processing system typically treats all images as two-dimensional signals.
  
  
• Multimedia Intelligence: Confluence of Multimedia and Artificial Intelligence (Dec. 06, 2022)
  In contrast to traditional mass media, such as printed material or audio recordings, which feature little to no interaction between users, a multimedia is a form of communication that uses a combination of different content forms such as audio, text, animations, images, or video into a single interactive presentation.
  
  
• Using edge AI processors to boost embedded AI performance (Nov. 24, 2022)
  A look at Kinara’s accelerator and NXP processors which combine to deliver edge AI performance capable of delivering smart camera designs
  
  
• Case study: optimizing PPA with RISC-V custom extensions in TWS earbuds (Aug. 11, 2022)
  A look at using custom extensions in a RISC-V processor to enable power, performance and area (PPA) optimized true wireless stereo earbuds SoC design.
  
  
• How to achieve better IoT security in Wi-Fi modules (May. 30, 2022)
  A look at the architecture of Wi-Fi modules and the opportunities for designers to improve IoT device and network security by using the resources available in these modules.
  
  
• Why advanced DSPs running RTOSs are an ideal match for the IoT (May. 25, 2022)
  While DSPs have been around for a long time, newer generations of DSPs support features that are important for addressing certain markets. One such market is the Internet of Things (IoT).
  
  
• Software Infrastructure of an embedded Video Processor Core for Multimedia Solutions (Mar. 11, 2022)
  A multimedia solution involves audio/video codec, image/audio/video processing, edge/cloud applications, and in a few cases AR/VR as well. This article will talk about the software infrastructure involved for an embedded video processor core in any multimedia solution.
  
  
• Software Architecture for DO-160 Qualification of STM32H7 based systems (Oct. 25, 2021)
  Any hardware that is to be installed in an aerospace system must undergo the DO-160 qualification testing. The DO-160 qualification testing includes different environmental conditions and test procedures like temperature, humidity, vibration, waterproofness, fluid susceptibility, fungus resistance, shock and crash, RF emission, and so on.
  
  
• Securing UART communication interface in embedded IoT devices (Aug. 30, 2021)
  With the increasing number of high-profile data and privacy breaches in the Internet of Things (IoT) systems, businesses and consumers have a greater awareness of the need for security when buying connected products.
  
  
• Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) (Jun. 24, 2021)
  In this article, we have discussed about the structure of the ADAS Model which we have created by using VisualSim software. The model is built with 4 raders, 6 cameras, and 2 Lidars connected to 12 ECUs, gateways and IEE802.1Q networks. The prototype is set up to quickly modify feature packages and hardware distribution to determine hardware and network configuration. The simulated output and the related plots has also been discussed in depth.
  
  
• Multi-Layer Deep Data Performance Monitoring and Optimization (Feb. 01, 2021)
  Combining functional and parametric monitoring of the real-world behavior of complex SoCs provides a powerful new approach that facilitates performance optimization during development and in the field, improves security and safety, and enables predictive maintenance to prevent field failures.
  
  
• ISA optimizations for hardware and software harmony: Custom instructions and RISC-V extensions (Nov. 02, 2020)
  The topic of RISC-V custom instructions is growing in importance. This article explains why this subject is becoming so significant, and outlines some of the previous approaches to processor hardware and software optimization to illustrate the techniques that are now possible with RISC-V.
  
  
• Meeting Increasing Performance Requirements in Embedded Applications with Scalable Multicore Processors (Aug. 24, 2020)
  There is a transformation occurring in high-end embedded applications as processing spreads from the cloud to the edge and the end points of the Internet. Performance requirements are increasing rapidly and changing the architecture of processors and how they are implemented in designs.
  
  
• Where Innovation Is Happening in Geolocation. Part 1: Signal Processing (Jun. 25, 2020)
  At first glance, geolocation technology seems to work well. Our phones and cars get us to where we need to be with little effort and rather reliably. For consumers, it’s a free service, thanks to service providers like Google and Apple.
  
  
• GRSCRUB: FPGA Configuration Supervisor (Jun. 15, 2020)
  The GRSCRUB is an external Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) configuration supervisor developed by Cobham Gaisler as an Intellectual Property (IP) core. The GRSCRUB IP features different capabilities, such as programming and scrubbing, which prevents the accumulation of errors in the configuration memory of SRAM-based FPGAs.