Single-chip programmable system system-on-chip v1p1

SoC

Overview
The Hydrogen v1p1 is an ultra-wideband (UWB) radar system-on-chip (SoC) designed for compact, low-power sensing solutions in industrial applications. It integrates waveform generation, beamforming support and on-chip processing to enable 1D/2D/3D detection workflows.

Key features

• emPulse technology provides advanced signal control and UWB radar functions
• Supports 1D, 2D and 3D detection with MIMO beamforming capability
• Array diversity: drives up to 4 transmitting and up to 4 receiving antennas to improve cross-range resolution
• Advanced waveform support: single-pulse to coded-pulse modes for SNR optimization at low radiated power
• Programmable pulse bandwidths: 500 MHz up to >1.8 GHz for ultra-high resolution
• Embedded processing: integrates two RISC-V microprocessors to offload application tasks
• Global deployment: operable across multiple center frequencies for worldwide regulatory environments

Capabilities & settings (from product page)

• emPulse Technology: Yes
• Detection Capability: 1D/2D/3D
• UWB Regulations compliance: Worldwide capable

Technical specifications

• Frequency range: 7.3 GHz to 9.8 GHz
• Max Range (moving person): Depends on antenna configuration
• Field of View / Beamwidth: Depends on antenna configuration
• Embedded Antenna: N/A
• Temperature range: -40°C to +85°C
• Package size: 9 mm × 9 mm (QFN64)
• Power consumption: 90 mA @ 1.8 V
• Flash: N/A
• On-board microcontroller: 2 × RISC-V cores
• Interfaces: UART / SPI
• Power supply: 1.8 V DC