Wireless chipmaker Atmosic Technologies has unveiled a multiprotocol system-on-chip (SoC) for the internet of things (IoT) supporting Bluetooth LE, Thread and Matter standards.
Called the ATM34/e series, the SoCs are designed for low-power end-use IoT devices such as sensors and switches. Atmosic claims these chips use 50% less active energy than competing solutions. The chips also incorporate a radio that consumes less than 1 mA in receive mode and a transmitter with an output power range from -20 dBm to 10 dBm.
Atmosic said these features extend battery life in connected devices and even allow some to operate in battery-free mode.
“Interoperability in the smart home is critical, creating a growing demand for connected devices that support standards-based wireless protocols,” said David Su, CEO at Atmosic. “Thread and Matter enable smart home and mobile platforms to seamlessly communicate with each other regardless of the device manufacturer.”
The ATM34/e series allows OEMs to create sustainable products with the latest connectivity options, Su said.
Other features of the SoC series include:
- Integrated 64 MHz Arm Cortex M33F processor
- Supports Arm TrustZone security technology
- Scalable memory architecture
- Integrated energy harvesting technology
Energy harvesting allows devices to capture, use and store energy from RF, heat, light and motion sources. The ATM34/e series supports a wide harvesting input range and supports a wide range of storage devices for smart sensors and other automotive applications, the company said.
