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Connectors include snap-in flanges
May 24, 2012 4:40 pm | Product Releases | CommentsWAGO Corporation’s MCS-MIDI 231 and 721 Series Connectors feature snap-in flanges for drill-and fastener-free through-panel mounting. Intended for rectangular cut-outs, snap-in flanges eliminate drilling, screws and other components associated with through-panel applications.
Brainstorm: Trains, Planes, & Automobiles
May 24, 2012 12:30 pm | Articles | CommentsAdvanced vehicle and aircraft systems contain a significant amount of embedded software supporting virtually every operation, from entertainment and engine control to critical safety functions. A recent IEEE Spectrum article noted that a premium-class automobile” probably contains close to 100 million lines of software code.
Synchronous boost controller features -55°C to 150°C operating junction temperature range
May 24, 2012 10:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsLinear Technology Corporation announces the H- and MP-grade versions of the LTC3787. This high power two-phase single output synchronous step-up DC/DC controller replaces the boost diodes with high efficiency N-channel MOSFETs, eliminating the heat sink typically required in medium to high power boost converters.
New consumer research suggests large majority of U.S. consumers are interested in Start-Stop vehicles
May 23, 2012 11:53 am | by PRNewswire | News | CommentsNew consumer research suggests large majority of U.S. consumers are interested in Start-Stop vehicles
Bearing damage: A lurking problem in electric cars
May 23, 2012 11:51 am | by Matthew Roman, Engineering Manager, Electro Static Technology | Blogs | CommentsElectric cars are news. Every major automaker has introduced some electric vehicle, and the trend seems to be toward greater reliance on electric motors. The “Holy Grail” is a battery electric vehicle (BEV, a car powered solely by electricity) with an extended driving range, at a reasonable price.
42V, 2.5A(IOUT), 2.2MHz Synchronous Step-Down DC/DC Converter Delivers
May 21, 2012 3:21 pm | 3M Electronics Solutions Division | Product Releases | CommentsLinear Technology Corporation announces the LT8610, a 2.5A, 42V input capable synchronous step-down switching regulator.
The evolution of automotive electronics
May 21, 2012 3:07 pm | by Anthony Le, Winbond Electronics, www.windbond.com | Blogs | CommentsI grew up in the 1970s. Our family car was a Ford Pinto station wagon. Everything in it was manual – manual windows, manual steering. The only consumer electronics was the radio. Fast forward to today, cars have
Compact modules reduce component count, shrink PCB size up to 70 percent
May 17, 2012 2:39 pm | International Rectifier | Product Releases | CommentsInternational Rectifier introduced the PowIRaudio family of integrated power modules for high performance home theater systems and car audio amplifiers. The new devices integrate a PWM controller and two digital audio power MOSFETs in a single package to offer a highly efficient, compact solution that reduces component count...
Liquid-level reed sensors ideal for industrial and home applications
May 17, 2012 8:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsMEDER electronic offers a complete line of liquid level reed sensors, ideal for use in laboratory fluid systems, automotive fluid sensing, aerospace and marine fuel level sensors, as well as a myriad of industrial uses, electrical equipment, and home appliances. MEDER recently launched a product training module on Digikey.com to help users make the best use of liquid level sensors.
Electric vehicle connector delivers faster charge time and improved reliability
May 10, 2012 12:35 pm | Product Releases | CommentsITT Interconnect Solutions has developed the 2nd Generation J1772 electric vehicle connector. The EVC Series provides fast and reliable charging for all electric and hybrid vehicles, and is ITT ICS’ second product offering for this growth market. The EVC Series connector follows substantial developmental investments in electric vehicle charging solutions...
Laser bar series tout high efficiency at 200 Watts continuous optical output power
May 9, 2012 10:04 am | Osram Opto Semiconductors | Product Releases | CommentsOsram Opto Semiconductors’ new laser bars offer extremely high efficiency of up to 65 percent at 200 Watts optical output power and can simplify the design of laser systems and reduce their cost, according to the company. The SPL BKxx-40WFT produces
Automotive varistor series delivers jump start & multiple-strike protection for communication systems
May 8, 2012 10:41 am | Avx Corporation | Product Releases | CommentsAVX Corporation has developed a miniature 0402 varistor specifically for FlexRay Communication BUS Systems used in automotive applications. The AEC-Q200 qualified Flexray Automotive Varistor Series automotive varistors combine ESD protection with EMI/RF filtering and insertion loss characteristics to protect against transients on high-speed data lines up to 10Mbps.
Development kit helps build personalized pulse networks
May 8, 2012 9:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsTeseq offers a development kit that allows automotive technicians and engineers to design their own pulse networks. By using the FLX 5510 in conjunction with Teseq’s NSG 5500, automotive EMC laboratories can design their own pulses as well as
U.S., German auto companies agree on fast charging system
May 8, 2012 9:35 am | by Deepa Seetharaman, Reuters | News | CommentsSeven automakers, including General Motors Co and Ford Motor Co, have agreed to adopt a fast-charging system that can charge electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids in as little as 15 minutes. The group's goal is to make charging an electrified car as simple as filling a gas tank. Chrysler Group LLC is the latest automaker to join the consortium...
Google gets first self-driven car license in Nevada
May 8, 2012 9:27 am | by Mary Slosson, Reuters | News | CommentsGoogle's self-driven cars will soon be appearing on Nevada roads after the state's Department of Motor Vehicles approved on Monday the nation's first autonomous vehicle license. The move came after officials rode along on drives on highways, in Carson City neighborhoods and along the famous Las Vegas Strip, the Nevada DMV said in a statement.
Electronic pressure switch touts easy to program on-off set point
May 4, 2012 4:51 pm | Product Releases | CommentsOmega introduced its PSW14 Series of electronic pressure switches which can feature either a single switch with adjustable hysteresis or a dual switch with fixed hysteresis. This CE compliant product has an easy to program on/off set point and its
BLDC motor drivers serve automotive applications
May 4, 2012 10:40 am | Product Releases | CommentsMelexis announces today the next-generation IC Family for sensor-less and sensor based BLDC motor control for automotive applications. The new IC family follows the very successful MLX81200 core integration concept. This newest family of driver ICs combines voltage regulator, LIN -Transceiver, MCU, EEPROM, Flash, RAM, Power FET Pre-Driver...
600V IC intended for 3-phase inverterized motor-drive applications
May 4, 2012 9:48 am | International Rectifier | Product Releases | CommentsInternational Rectifier today introduced the automotive qualified AUIRS2334S 600V IC for 3-phase inverterized motor drive applications such as high-voltage compressors (HVAC) and fans. The AUIRS2334S features an advanced input filter to improve the input/output pulse symmetry of the signals processed by the device.
IP67-sealed tactile switch intended for smart meter and detection applications
May 2, 2012 1:42 pm | Product Releases | CommentsC&K Components has designed a cost-effective, low-profile tactile switch for a wide range of price-sensitive applications, including smart meters, smoke/fire detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. Designated the KSE Series, the momentary-action tactile switch combines rugged IP67-rated sealing, reliability and a long-operating life with a new optimized and economical design.
Automotive powertrain MCU helps simplify compliance with stringent safety standards
April 30, 2012 10:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsFreescale Semiconductor announced sampling of the multicore Qorivva MPC5746M microcontroller (MCU), designed to address the growing global demand for improved performance in automotive powertrain systems while meeting the latest safety and application security requirements. This 32-bit MCU is
High-capacitance MLCCs accommodate high temperatures up to 150°C
April 26, 2012 11:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsTDK Corporation has expanded its portfolio of TDK X8R multilayer ceramic chip capacitors with new types that offer up to twice the capacitance of existing components with the same dimensions, according to the company. At the same time, they are able to
17-micron thermal sensor with standard serial link simplifies IR camera designs
April 24, 2012 9:22 am | Product Releases | CommentsULIS announces today the launch of Pico384E, a new 17-micron pixel size thermal sensor with I2C, the standard Inter-Integrated Circuit link used in many of today’s electronic devices. I2C makes IR sensors compatible with the large-scale production processes used in visible cameras.
TVS diode modules for auto, wireless, ethernet, and industrial systems
April 23, 2012 10:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsProTek Devices announced the general availability of two new surface mount transient voltage suppressor (TVS) diode modules ideal for automotive, wireless base stations, Ethernet, industrial and other applications.
DC/DC controller ideal for driving high-brightness LEDs
April 17, 2012 11:15 am | Product Releases | CommentsLinear Technology announces the LT3796, a 100V, high-side current sense DC/DC controller designed to regulate a constant-current or constant-voltage that is ideal for driving high brightness (HB) LEDs. Its 6V to 100V input voltage range supports a wide variety of applications...
