Consumer demand for more entertainment, safety, and communication options within automobiles has significantly increased both the density of electronic components and the number of on-board wired and wireless signals. The result: an ever-expanding range of signals contained within the same car-sized fixed space. USING AN OSCILLOSCOPE TO VERIFY EMC TESTS FOR AUTOMOTIVE … [Read more...]
SCHURTER Classic Power Entry Module with Circuit Breaker Gets Even Better
Santa Rosa, California, November 30th, 2023 – SCHURTER series DG11 and DG12 with and without main filters feature a first-of-its-kind ingress protection solution for IEC inlets, consisting of a seal gasket between the connector and mating V-Lock power cord. The blue colored latch of the V-Lock power cord and blue inlay of the appliance inlet indicate that the two have been … [Read more...]
Connectivity for Off-Road Vehicles – Part 3
Zonal Architecture for Vehicles Zonal architecture is the name given for the new structure of vehicle electronics. In contrast to a traditional vehicle in which systems are grouped by function, zonal architecture offers a more efficient solution. The functions within a vehicle are grouped by location into several zones. Each zone is responsible for the devices that are … [Read more...]
Connectivity for Off-Road Vehicles – Part 2
The Future of Vehicle Design The next generation of vehicle design will be influenced by four key trends. The first is electrification – the adoption of hybrid and all-electric power as alternatives to traditional fossil fuels. The use of electric power by commercial vehicles has become commonplace in the urban environment, where operators have easy access to charging … [Read more...]
Connectivity for Off-Road Vehicles – Part 1
Introduction With over 1.4 billion cars worldwide, it is easy to assume that the only product of the automotive industry is the family car. However, the market for industrial, commercial, and agricultural vehicles is not only growing, but it is also embracing the latest technology. Even as these vehicles are becoming increasingly sophisticated, a significant number will … [Read more...]
Schurter Sets New Benchmark in Reducing CO2 Footprint with New Green Line
Santa Rosa, California, July 27th, 2023 – SCHURTER further embarks on its sustainability initiatives by introducing its new Green Line collection of high-quality components. As part of SCHURTER’s sustainable strategy, these IEC 60320-1 appliance connectors are the industry’s first to contribute to less CO2 emissions and lower material consumption. They are also first in the … [Read more...]
Fundamental Oscilloscope Probes
As electronics have become more advanced, so has the equipment used to measure their signal behavior and system performance. In the realm of EMC compliance, oscilloscopes are one of the important tools used to measure signals, hunt down noise sources, and identify time-domain measurements that may contribute to radiated or conducted emissions. Without a properly selected probe, … [Read more...]
The Voltage Rises
Santa Rosa, California, July 24th, 2023 – In the past, automobiles had minimal electrical systems and relied mainly on mechanical systems. Today, there are many electrical functions such as seat heating and cooling, comfort systems, and assistance systems that draw a lot of electricity from the battery. In a 12V vehicle electrical system, higher and higher currents must flow. … [Read more...]
Radiated Emissions Testing
INTRODUCTION Radiated emissions testing is only one part of emissions testing. CISPR 32, the document that lays out limits and methods of measurement for emissions (radiated and conducted) for Information Technology Equipment (ITE), broadcast receivers and multimedia equipment is 120 pages in length. ANSI C63.4 deals with only the testing part (limits are contained in a … [Read more...]
New Touchless Hidden Switch is Concealed Behind Surface
Santa Rosa, California, August 10th, 2023 – SCHURTER introduces the innovative THS switch series with optical sensor technology that can be concealed behind any surface without the need for mounting holes. A small opening in the user interface is all that is needed to allow the ToF sensor to actuate. Equipment and appliances used in public areas has created demand for … [Read more...]
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