The Fraunhofer Institute of Integrated Circuits in Erlangen (Germany) is the inventor (with Thomson) of the MP3 files most of use today in our smartphone and media players. They are over 20,000 researchers strong and a force in the R&D community in Germany and around the world. The institute will welcome and host the Freescale Cup 2014 EMEA finals on 29-30 April 2014. It is a great chance for the student teams that will be at the event to get a glimpse of engineering R&D at its best and make contact with talented Fraunhofer Institute engineers shaping the world of tomorrow. See the press release at 20130715_Freescale_2014 - Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS

Qorivva Based Freescale Cup Webinars:  Lecture 1: Introduction and Motor Basics Lecture 2: Pulse Width Modulation Lecture 3: Control Design Lecture 4: Speed and Position Lecture 5: MPC5607B Overview

Discussion of how to setup interrupts on the NVIC. The Flex timer is used as an example

MathWorks is a proud global sponsor of The NXP Cup If you are a member of a NXP Cup team, you have access to a complimentary Software License for MATLAB / Simulink. Visit the NXP Cup - MathWorks Deutschland website to learn more about the Software offering.  Examples for using Simulink in the NXP Cup are packaged with the Simulink Coder Support Package for  FRDM-KL25Z available from the Hardware Support Page.  Additional examples for reading and analyzing live data from the Line Scan Camera are available in the NXP Cup Companion App available on the MATLAB File Exchange.  Additionally, there is an example which uses the Simulink Coder product from MathWorks to target the FRDM-KL25Z. Feel free to use the forum on MATLAB Answers or here below to ask your questions about MATLAB use with The NXP Cup.  You can also email roboticsarena@mathworks.com with any questions.

The first step of starting your TFC project is to get to know your microcontroller. This article serves you as an introduction of Qorivva MPC560xB microcontroller. Qorivva MPC5604B Summary The Qorivva MPC560xB/C/D family of 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) includes the latest in integrated devices for automotive electronics applications. These scalable Power Architecture® devices are supported by an enablement ecosystem that includes software drivers, operating systems and configuration code to help you quickly implement your designs.  For the Freescale Cup Challenge, we have provided Tutorials, example code and projects which are based on the trk-mpc5604b StarterTRAK evaluation board. Which Chip do you have? The chipset mounted on the boards for the Freescale Cup can vary. Always validate your chipset to know it's full capabilities. MPC560xB Product Information Page Difference's At-a-Glance: 5604B = 512MB Flash; no DMA 5606B = 1MB Flash; Has 16-Channel DMA 5607B = 1.5Mb Flash; Has 16-Channel DMA Getting Started Presentation Getting Started with MPC5600B.pptx (2Mb) Important Resources: e200z0 Core Reference Manual TRK-MPC5604B User's Manual TRK-MPC5604BQuick Reference Guide TRK-MPC5604B Schematics Reference manual Freescale's Qorivva MPC560xB Page Power.Org

Overview Please check your local rules to confirm allowable voltage, battery chemistry and ampere-hour as these differ by region. This article is NOT a substitute for the rules. Batteries (nor Charger) are not included in the Freescale Cup kit due to global shipping complexities. Batteries can be hazardous if not stored, used and/or disposed of properly. Battery Specifications Tamiya Connector 7.2 Volts Less than or equal to 3000mAh (Check your Rules!) NiCd or NiMH Needs to have a Tamyia connector Sources of purchase   This format battery is fairly common in the radio controlled toy industry. Start your search at any local electronics store where Radio controlled toy's are sold. Retail Sources: Radio Shack (USA) - http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=4273066 Fry's (USA) - http://www.frys.com/product/6468002?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG   Online Sources All-Battery.com http://www.all-battery.com/nicd72v2400mahhighpowerbatterypackforrccarswithtamiyaconnector.aspx http://www.all-battery.com/Tenergy7.2V3000mAhRCCarNiMHBatteryPackwithCharger-91103.aspx Europe: use Conrad online stores Conrad energy NiMH Sub-C Racingpack 7.2 V / 2400 mAh Stecksystem Tamiya-Stecker im Conrad Online Shop | 206026 (Conrad Germany but same available form other sources)