Vishay Intertechnology, Inc., has launched two new high-current IHLP inductors in the 2020 case size. These inductors offer high operating temperatures from 55 to +155 degrees Celsius, low profiles of 3 mm, high frequency ranges up to 1 MHz and wide inductance from 0.22 µH to 15 µH. “The devices serve as high-performing, space- and power-saving solutions for voltage regulator … [Read more...]
Series of Inductors Introduced to Automotive Industry
TDK Corporation introduces its new series of rugged power inductors ideal for use in the automotive electronics and applications. The CLF6045NI-D wirewound SMD power inductors’ main applications include “rugged automotive environments such as the power supply circuits of engine control modules (ECM) and ECUs for airbags, ABS, and headlights,” according to the company. The … [Read more...]
New Technology Charges Cell Phones in 30 Seconds
An Israeli company named StoreDot says it has developed a technology that can charge mobile phones in under 30 seconds and electric cars in minutes. StoreDot used nano-technology to produce artificial molecules, thus creating a new battery that can retain power at a higher rate and more quickly. “These are new materials, they have never been developed before. The innovation is … [Read more...]
Assessing Low Frequency Magnetic Field Exposure in Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Alastair R. Ruddle, Ph.D., and Lester Low, Ph.D. Electrical powertrain technologies are currently of considerable interest within the automotive industry as a way of mitigating some of the inefficiencies of internal combustion engines (ICEs), or even eliminating ICEs completely, as well as eliminating tail-pipe emissions in urban areas. This would offer many important benefits … [Read more...]
Protection Device Yields Industry’s Lowest Clamping Voltages
Semtech Corporation has announced its new RClamp0531TQ – a high-performance transient voltage suppression (TVS) device that protects automotive interfaces and aids in ESD protection. This protection device is “automotive-qualified offers unparalleled low-clamping voltage performance, an essential requirement for safeguarding the sensitive electronics common in today’s … [Read more...]
Up to 250W of Power Delivered by new DC/DC Controller
Linear Technology announces the LT3790, a “synchronous buck-boost DC/DC controller that delivers up to 250W of power with a single IC.” The LT3790EFE is ideal for industrial and automotive applications and operates well as a battery charger and voltage regulator. This product is also available in two other versions: an extended temperature version (LT3790IFE), and a high … [Read more...]
'Tech Tidbit' – Wi-Fi Hotspots to be Installed in Public Transportation Systems
A company named Veniam has announced that with the help of True Ventures, it has raised about $4.9 million dollars for a project that will turn buses into Wi-Fi hotspots. This technology has already been introduced in the public bus system in Portugal and the company noted that about 75 percent of passengers use the new technology. With the new capital raised for this project, … [Read more...]
New Amplifier Meets Automotive Radar Pulse Test Standards
MILMEGA has introduced its new high power, dual-band amplifier, the AS0104-700/300. “In conjunction with a new lensed horn package, this amplifier exceeds the requirements of automotive radar pulse test standards,” according to the company. This amplifiers’ test levels are usually 600 V/m and it operates in frequency ranges from 1 GHz to 4 GHz. … [Read more...]
New Transformers for Automotive Electronics Introduced
TDK Corporation has announces its two new EPCOS SMT current sense transformers for automotive electronics, the B78417A2185A003 and B78419A2251A003. The first transformer is 10.6 mm x 12.2 mm x 11 mm and the second transformer is 12.8 mm x 13.6 mm x 14.4 mm. The first SMT has an EP7 ferrite core, can measure pulse currents up to 20 A, and has a DC resistance of 1.3 mΩ on the … [Read more...]
Company’s Board Level Shielding Improves EMI Protection in Automotive Industry
Orbel Corporation provides EMI protection to assist the automotive industry. “Electronics in vehicles to enhance the driving experience and increase passenger safety is rapidly growing. With increased utilization of electronic systems, electromagnetic interference (EMI) is becoming an important aspect of vehicle design. EMI issues can range from simple annoyance such as static … [Read more...]
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