In a USB Type-C environment configuration process between a DRP and a DFP is as follows:
- DRP to DFP attach/detach detection
- Plug orientation detection
- Initial DRP to DFP and power relationship detection
- USB Type-C VBus current detection and usage
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IoT implementation and Challenges!
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NHTSA and Google’s War on Drivers
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That alliance was manifest this week in a letter sent by NHTSA to Chris Urmson… Read More
Automotive Augmented Reality Applications Insights from Patents
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Does the Internet of Things need new Artificial Intelligence?
Judging by the number of confusing posts, blogs and articles on this topic, anyone exploring the potential of what the IOT can deliver to their business/organisation can be forgiven for thinking that the IOT will need a new set of AI technologies to work correctly. Throw into the mix the hype that the IOT will need big data analytics… Read More
Reconfigurable redefined with embedded FPGA core IP
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ARM POPs Another One!
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AI Bubble?