From BLE beacons to edge gateways: what the technology is and how it works
Short explanatory articles on the building blocks of embedded systems: PCBs, system on chip, gateways, real-time data processing, computer vision and more. Each article explains what the technology is, how it works and where it is used.
What is an Edge Gateway?
An Edge Gateway does more than connect devices to the internet. It interrogates data, runs local logic, and decides what reaches the cloud — all before a single byte leaves the local network.
What is a System on Chip (SoC)?
An SoC defines embedded hardware design: CPU and real-time cores, the NPU for on-device AI inference, thermal and power limits, and long-term supply.
What is Real-Time Data Processing?
In engineering, “real-time” is a guarantee, not a measure of speed. Learn why determinism, not raw performance, is the defining requirement for industrial and safety-critical systems.
What is Flexible PCB
Learn what makes them different from rigid boards, where they're used, and what their key advantages and limitations are.
What is PCB
Discover the structure, types, and manufacturing process of PCBs and how they power today's technological devices. This guide reveals the hidden magic behind modern electronics.
What Is BLE Gateway
A Bluetooth® Low Energy (BLE) gateway connects BLE devices with other networks. Explore how they work in IoT solution systems.
What Is BLE and Use Cases
How is wireless communication protocol specifically designed for low-power devices changing our daily lives? Learn about the benefits and applications of this successful technology.
What Is BLE Beacon
BLE beacons are compact and affordable devices that use Bluetooth® Low Energy technology to transmit important data to nearby devices. Find out how flexible they are to adapt to different environments and uses.