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AURIX Development Studio ( .in neon.
com auri developmentstudio). This software
tool can be used with all AURIX starter kits
and application boards. The toolkit includes
an Eclipse-based IDE, a project wizard to
define project properties for device and board
support, a powerful C compiler, an integrated
source-level debugger, and on-chip support for
flash programming. Infineon also offers a DSP
library that has evolved over the years to meet
customer requirements. Additional tools are
available for configuration and pin mapping, as
well as driver files and a free flash loader.
In addition to the software tools, starter
and application kits are available. The
starter kits include Arduino-compatible
boards designed to use any Arduino Shield in
combination with the kit. Hardware support
ranges from low-cost entry-level kits and
demo boards to evaluation boards that
support all functions, including extension
boards for professional testing and software
development. Furthermore, there are many
application kits that facilitate a “quick start”
for applications such as motor controls,
radar, or wireless charging.
Technical questions can be answered
quickly and efficiently online in the AURI
forum ( .in neon.com auri orum) or on
Figure 5: n enhanced hard are security module ensures the highest level o the AURIX website ( .in neon.com auri ),
cy ersecurity. where many details and training materials
can be found.
engineering (ISO 25119), machinery (IEC as uninterruptible power supplies (UPSes), CONCLUSION AND OUTLOOK
62061), and others. PLCs, inverters, and robotics. There is also The new multicore AURIX TC3xx micro-
High operating temperatures are also cooperation with Xilinx to connect the controllers offer optimized solutions for
common in many industrial environments. AURI to FPGAs via a high-speed interface a wide range of automotive and industrial
The new generation of AURIX microcontrol- ( SSL) for greater system flexibility. applications, supported by a comprehen-
lers is therefore not only available for the sive ecosystem. Compatibility with the
extended temperature range from –40°C to EASY TO USE: QUICK AND EFFICIENT previous generation in the safety concept,
125°C, but also in “hot packages” for up to DESIGN IMPLEMENTATION hardware, and software — as well as package
150°C. Among various industrial applications A free toolkit is available for software devel- and resource scalability in terms of cores,
(Figure 6), this benefits applications such opment and testing based on AURIX: the memory, and peripherals — enables an effi-
cient upgrade path for existing
families and safeguards invest-
ments in the software and safety
architectures in the future.
Accelerator units for AI func-
tionalities are being developed
and will be integrated into the
controllers in future generations,
enabling even more advanced
functionality. ■

Figure 6: he scala le
microcontrollers ena le various
high per ormance and scala le
industrial applications or
e ample inverters or ind
tur ines or solar systems.

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