

Embedded Insiders
Embedded Computing Design
Hosted on the www.embeddedcomputing.com website, the Embedded Insiders Podcast is a fun electronics talk show for hardware design engineers, software developers, and academics. Organized by Tiera Oliver, Assistant Managing Editor, and Ken Briodagh, Editor-in-Chief of Embedded Computing Design, each episode highlights embedded industry veterans who tackle trends, news, and new products for the embedded, IoT, automotive, security, artificial intelligence, edge computing, and other technology marketplaces in a light and accessible format.
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May 16, 2024 • 41min
Should Engineers Be Concerned AI Will Take Their Jobs?
Matt Johnson, CEO of Silicon Labs with a rich background in IoT and semiconductors, shares insights into his journey from electrical engineer to leader of a billion-dollar company. He discusses the skills gap for new grads, emphasizing essential values and time management not covered in school. The conversation pivots to AI, where Matt argues it should be seen as a productivity amplifier for engineers amidst a talent shortage, rather than a threat to their jobs. He also shares exciting future product innovations aiming for seamless wireless connectivity.

May 2, 2024 • 42min
Silent Tech: Exploring Advanced AI Noise Suppression
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Alexander Kain, Skyworks Solutions’ Senior Principal Artificial Intelligence Systems Engineer joins the podcast to discuss his company’s advanced AI noise suppression, designed to reduce noise in a variety of environments and applications. Next, Rich and Vin are back with another Dev Talk joined by Ron Konezny, the CEO of Digi International. To switch things up, they’re discussing how professionals like Ron got their start in the industry, how they’ve kept their momentum, and just a little more info about so we can get a glimpse into their lives. But first, Rich and Ken are discussing the accelerated convergence of AI, IoT, and embedded systems. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Apr 18, 2024 • 44min
The Evolution of Processor Cores, and Embedded World 2024
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re discussing the evolution of processor cores, multitasking capabilities, future trends involving processor design, and more with Aaron Frank, senior product manager at Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions. Then, to continue our Engineering Heroes series, sponsored by Wind River, we’re highlighting Anton Riström. Anton is a Department Manager at Aker Solutions, an engineering company focusing on building infrastructure for renewable energy solutions. But first, in case you missed it, Rich and Ken are giving some insight into their trip to Nuremberg where they attended embedded world 2024.Call for Abstracts: https://embedded-world-na.com/conferences-programme/For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

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Apr 1, 2024 • 54min
The Evolution of AIoT from AI Experts
Exploring the evolution and impact of AIoT with experts from Taiwan, discussing challenges, growth, and governmental support. Focus on revolutionizing IoT with AI and edge computing, enhancing data security, and balancing human expertise with AI capabilities. Delve into consumer and industrial applications of AI in IoT, highlighting efficiency and innovation. Receive advice on developing AI applications and an invitation to a tech event

Mar 21, 2024 • 44min
Streamlining the Manufacturer's Path to IoT Device Certification
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Rich is joined by Tobin Richardson, president and CEO of the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), and Steve Hanna, distinguished engineer at Infineon Technologies, to discuss the CSA's recently launched IoT Device Specification 1.0, a one-stop solution for device certification for manufacturers.Next, in our Engineering Heroes series, we highlight a hero for his involvement in a project related to the world-famous International Space Station. Daire McNamara, a director, project manager, and firmware developer at Emdalo Technologies, assisted Skycorp in developing their Intelligent Space System Interface with his contributions to microprocessor development infrastructure.But first, we Insiders are discussing our thoughts on the recent announcement from the Connectivity Standards Alliance. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Mar 7, 2024 • 31min
Differentiating MCUs and DSCs, & Open-Source in SDVs
Exploring the differences between MCUs and DSCs in automotive tech, challenges for designers. Discussing open-source in software-defined vehicles. Matter open-source standard for smart home tech and IoT devices.

Feb 22, 2024 • 25min
Multi-Camera Synchronization & Software-Defined Vehicles
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, we’re discussing why multi-camera synchronization is a key feature in cameras that enable industrial robotics, retail application, autonomous mobility, and more, with Mr. Maharajan Veerabahu, co-founder & vice president of product design services at e-con Systems.Next, Heiko Huettel, VP of software products at HARMAN International, joins us to discuss his company’s role in the Eclipse Foundation’s recent SDV Working Group, which has formed in an effort to develop an open-source hardware platform that can be used in today’s software-defined vehicles.But first, Embedded Computing Design is hosting a Smart Manufacturing Day virtual event focused on AI/ML-Infused Automation and Manufacturing on March 12th. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Feb 8, 2024 • 35min
Generating Circuit Designs with Architecture-Driven Deterministic AI
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Tomide Adesanmi, Co-Founder and CEO of Circuit Mind, dives into his company’s deterministic AI platform that’s designed to help circuit designers quickly take their design process from architecture into schematics. Check out Circuit Mind’s public launch webinar here: https://www.bigmarker.com/eetech-media/Circuit-Mind-Live-Launch-The-World-s-First-Deterministic-AI-for-Professional-Electronic-Engineers?utm_bmcr_source=cm-otherNext, on Dev Talk with Rich and Vin, the two are defining chiplets, and whether they’re truly problem-solving solution, and how you can implement them into you design.But first, Rich and Ken are discussing GaN, also known as Gallium Nitride. They’re a bit puzzled as to why power transistor technology, although widely know to be very efficient, is still slowly being adopted by big semiconductor companies. Stay tuned. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Jan 18, 2024 • 38min
CES 2024 & Accelerating Process Development for Semiconductor Manufacturing
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Meghali Chopra, CEO at SandBox Semiconductor, gives insight into her company’s AI-enabled modeling platform that accelerates the development of semiconductor manufacturing processes. Next, on Dev Talk with Rich and Vin, the two are looking back and rehashing the predictions they had for 2023, while making some predictions for 2024.But first, Rich and Ken are back from CES 2024, highlighting some of the companies they met with, the top technologies they saw, and the upcoming trends to look out for. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com

Jan 4, 2024 • 37min
Defining & Democratizing Edge AI
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Embedded Insiders, Artem Aginisky, product line manager of arm-based processors at Texas Instruments, dives into the topic of edge AI, specifically, how he defines edge AI and how TI is working on democratizing edge AI through innovations in microprocessors and software.Next, is our Engineering Heroes series, sponsored by Wind River, where we highlight the lives of unsung heroes in the world of engineering whose work impacts uncountable lives across the globe. This episode features Dr. Karisa Schreck, a Newark, New Jersey native whose work involves treating brain cancer by targeting mutations. But first, Rich and Ken discuss cybersecurity and quantum computing. For more information, visit embeddedcomputing.com


