Projects - PIC Microcontroller

PolarFire FPGAs: Cutting Power Use for Edge Computing

Introduction Microchip’s new low-density PolarFire® devices aim to address key challenges in edge computing systems by significantly reducing static power consumption while maintaining leading performance. The additions of the MPF050T FPGA and MPFS025T FPGA SoC aim to exceed alternatives in the market in terms of performance per watt. These new devices could enable more robust […]

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10BASE-T1S Ethernet: Simplified OEM Design for Auto Devices

Introduction Cars these days are surrounded by technology. They come loaded with all sorts of electronic gadgets and sensors. This project wants to help the big car companies, called original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), build cars that can easily share information between all of these onboard gizmos. The plan is to develop newer Ethernet technology that

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Microchip Introduces Low Pin Count MCU Family with I3C Support

Microchip Introduces Low Pin Count MCU Family with I3C Support Microchip has recently unveiled the PIC18-Q20 microcontroller family and the floating the world’s first low pin count MCU line for supporting the I3C standard. As for the new product line, it reveals Microchip’s efforts to create small and low-cost low-power MV-MCUs for embedded applications, necessary

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Microcontrollers: Fundamentals and Applications

Overview Various types of computers are tailored to specific functions. The computer inside your laptop, for instance, serves different purposes compared to the ones found in your phone or mouse. At the most basic level, there are computers designed to manage input from the physical world and regulate output devices. These are commonly referred to

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Interfacing PIC18F4520 microcontroller with an HD44780 LCD

Introduction Being able to display data from a microcontroller visually has many advantages. It allows for menus, status indicators, and instructions to be intuitively shown to users. When paired with an LCD, a microcontroller becomes a powerful tool for building interactive electronic devices and systems. One excellent combination is interfacing an HD44780 LCD with PIC18F4520

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Advanced Voltage Monitoring and Protection via Microcontrollers and Proteus VSM

ABSTRACT This project designed an embedded system using a microcontroller to monitor the amplitude of the main voltage supply and disconnect it if it increases or decreases outside of a predefined required voltage range (RVR). The system also aims to automatically reconnect the supply once the voltage returns to the RVR. This protective functionality is

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Ultra-Low Power: Microcontroller Standby Current to 130uA with OPEnS Power Control Board

At the OPEnS Lab, a key focus for our projects is achieving exceptionally long battery life. This was particularly true for the OPEnSampler, a device that presented a unique challenge due to its need for simultaneous operation at three different voltage levels (3.3V, 5V, and 12V). While existing circuits using MOSFETs could manipulate power sources

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Navigating the Components of PIC Microcontroller Architecture

The Peripheral Interface Controller (PIC), developed by Microchip, stands out among microcontrollers for its speed and ease of implementation compared to alternatives like the 8051. Its programming simplicity and seamless interfacing with other peripherals have contributed to its success. A microcontroller, an integrated chip comprising RAM, ROM, CPU, timers, counters, etc., PIC shares these features

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Microcontroller Based Fluid Level Control System.

PIC Microcontroller Projects in C: Basic to Advanced – A Project Deep Dive

Building Skills Through Projects This project’s strength lies in its project-based approach. Learning by doing is a powerful technique, especially in the realm of embedded systems. By working on progressively complex projects, learners can solidify their theoretical understanding of PIC microcontrollers and C programming. Here’s a breakdown of the potential skill development: PIC Microcontroller Architecture: Understanding

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Philips P89C664 PLCC package microcontroller

An Application-Driven Microcontroller Curriculum

Understanding how to apply microcontrollers lies at the core of modern embedded systems education. This student project takes an experiential approach to introducing microcontrollers through hands-on projects exemplifying their diverse real-world applications. Such practical, solutions-focused learning helps cement fundamental concepts while imbuing students with skills coveted by industry. Overall, this project serves as an excellent

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