IoT subsystem for ARM® Cortex®-M processors on TSMC 55ULP
process accelerates development time for innovators
ARM has unveiled a new hardware subsystem to enable the fast and
efficient development of highly customized chips for smart
connected devices. The ARM IoT subsystem for ARM Cortex-M
processors is optimized for use with ARM’s most efficient processor
and radio technologies, physical IP and ARM mbed™ OS.
This individually licensable subsystem IP block, together with
Cortex-M processor and ARM Cordio® radio IP, forms the basis for an
IoT endpoint chip design, allowing partners to integrate sensors
and other peripherals to create complete SoCs. Using ARM Artisan®
physical IP, the design is optimized for TSMC’s 55nm Ultra-Low
Power (55ULP) process technology with embedded flash memory, and
will enable chips with reduced size, cost and power consumption,
operating at sub one-volt.
“With industry expectations of hundreds of billions of new smart
connected sensors by 2030, we see a growing demand for highly
customized chips,” said James McNiven, general manager, systems and
software, ARM. “Creating a highly tailored SoC is complex. The ARM
IoT subsystem for Cortex-M enables companies to simplify the
process and improve time to market. It enables our partners to
focus finite design resources on the system functionality that
differentiates them in their market.”
The ARM subsystem will support IoT market growth by reducing
development risk and enabling companies to quickly create products
that address opportunities in the smart homes and smart cities
markets. Companies expected to license the subsystem include analog
sensor makers and companies looking to add IoT connectivity to
existing IP.
“A SoC is complex combination of logic, memory, and interconnect
technologies, but equally as important is the glue that ties all
these system components together,” said Jim McGregor, founder,
TIRIAS Research. “By offering the IoT Subsystem, ARM is enabling
both new and established semiconductor vendors to design and
deliver solutions in a very timely and cost effective manner, which
is critical in the rapidly innovating IoT segment. With the most
complete offering of hardware and software solutions for IoT
applications, it’s no surprise that more IoT devices run on ARM
than any other architecture.”
The ARM IoT subsystem for Cortex-M processors features a range
of peripherals and interfaces; including links to TSMC’s embedded
flash memory. It is specifically designed for use with Cortex-M
processors and optimized for mbed OS and Cordio Bluetooth® Smart
radio. It is possible to integrate other radios and wireless
networking standards such as Wi-Fi and 802.15.4.
This subsystem has been developed in close collaboration with
TSMC, one of the world’s leading semiconductor foundries, for
production on its 55ULP process technology. The combination of
Artisan physical IP and TSMC’s 55ULP process means the subsystem
can run at sub-one volt operation, extending battery life and
making it easier to run a device using energy harvesting.
“We have worked alongside ARM to ensure its IoT subsystem for
Cortex-M cores is optimized for TSMC’s 55ULP process,” said Suk
Lee, senior director, design infrastructure marketing Division,
TSMC. “This process is very well-suited for smart IoT devices as it
provides a fine balance of cost and energy-efficiency.”
TSMC launched the foundry segment’s first and most comprehensive
ULP technology platform in September 2014 to serve a range of
applications supporting demand for IoT and wearable devices.
The ARM IoT subsystem for Cortex-M processors builds on the
company’s suite of IoT enablement technologies and embedded
ecosystem and is available for immediate licensing. To date, over
eleven billion ARM Cortex-M processor based chips have been
shipped, while the mbed developer community has now grown to over
100,000 users.
Notes to Editors
ARM and IoT: In February 2015, ARM expanded its mbed
Platform with the ARM mbed TLS providing leading support for TLS
and DTLS optimized for embedded devices and complements the
Cryptobox technology of mbed OS that enables secure execution and
storage.
In April 2015, ARM launched ARM Cordio, a Bluetooth® radio IP
series which includes highly integrated and ultra-low power CMOS
radio IP cores along with link layer firmware, stack and profiles
supporting the Bluetooth Smart standard to target end markets
requiring low-power wireless communications.
With almost 11bn devices shipped to date, Cortex-M has become
the standard processor choice for IoT and now with the IoT
Subsystem for Cortex-M, ARM enables and accelerates the pace of
innovation for a wider circle of partners.
About ARM
ARM (LSE: ARM, NASDAQ: ARMH.US) designs technology at the heart
of the World's most advanced digital products. We are enabling the
development of new markets and transformation of industries and
society, invisibly creating opportunity for a globally connected
population. Our scalable, energy-efficient processor designs and
related technologies deliver intelligence wherever computing
happens, ranging from sensors to servers, including smartphones,
tablets, digital TVs, enterprise infrastructure and the Internet of
Things.
Our innovative technology is licensed by ARM Partners who have
shipped more than 60 billion System on Chip (SoCs) containing our
intellectual property. Together with our Connected Community, we
are breaking down barriers to innovation for developers, designers
and engineers, ensuring a fast, reliable route to market for
leading electronics companies. Learn more and join the conversation
at http://community.arm.com
ARM, Artisan, Cordio and Cortex are registered trademarks of ARM
Limited (or its subsidiaries) in the EU and/or elsewhere. All
rights reserved. Mali is a trademark ARM Limited (or its
subsidiaries) in the EU and/or elsewhere. All other brands or
product names are the property of their respective holders. "ARM"
refers to ARM Holdings plc (LSE: ARM and NASDAQ: ARMH) and members
of its corporate group as constituted from time to time.
None of the information contained in this document may be
adapted, republished, or reproduced in any form except with the
prior written permission of the copyright holder, but links may be
posted directly to this document from other websites, and the whole
of the document correctly attributed and unmodified may be shared
freely, unless the copyright holder at any time withdraws these
permissions. This document is intended only to provide information
to the reader about the relevant product(s) described or mentioned.
All information is provided "as is" and without warranty. ARM makes
no representation as to the product(s), and ARM shall not be liable
for any loss or damage arising from the use of any information in
this document or any error or omission in such information.
View source
version on businesswire.com: http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20150531005068/en/
ARMAndy Winstanley, +44 1223 405244/ +44 7788 249712Director of
Corporate PRandy.winstanley@arm.com
Arm Holdings Plc ADS Each Representing 3 Ordinary Shares (MM) (NASDAQ:ARMH)
Historical Stock Chart
From Jan 2025 to Feb 2025
Arm Holdings Plc ADS Each Representing 3 Ordinary Shares (MM) (NASDAQ:ARMH)
Historical Stock Chart
From Feb 2024 to Feb 2025
