Automotive
Hall-Effect Linear Current Sensor IC Includes Overcurrent Fault Output
December 3, 2010 6:52 am | Product Releases | CommentsAllegro MicroSytems, Inc. introduced a new Hall-effect IC for AC or DC current sensing in low-voltage audio, communications systems, white goods, and automotive applications. Typical applications include
Speed Sensor Is Suitable for Harsh Environments
December 3, 2010 6:26 am | 3M Electronics Solutions Division | Product Releases | CommentsCherry’s GS102301 geartooth speed sensor is suitable for any application where rugged, dependable speed sensing is required. Tested to SAE J1455, this digital output Hall effect speed sensor is
Designing an Automotive Instrument Cluster for Increased Sound Pressure Level
December 3, 2010 5:30 am | by Jon Levin, Star Micronics America, Inc. & Krunal Patel, Jaguar Land Rover | Articles | CommentsNearly all vehicles have a chime or speaker on the dashboard instrument cluster for various alert functions. Increasingly, instrument cluster manufacturers are turning to speakers...
ICs Provide Entire Automotive Radio Tuner Solution from Antenna in to Audio Out
November 23, 2010 4:42 am | Product Releases | CommentsSilicon Laboratories introduced what is presented as the most highly integrated car radio tuner IC family, incorporating the entire radio tuner solution from antenna input to audio output in a single CMOS IC.
NXP automotive LED Driver ICs at electronica 2010.wmv
November 19, 2010 5:28 am | by ecnmagazine | Videos | CommentsNXP provides details their new automotive LED Driver ICs with advanced features at electronica 2010. The devices require fewer external components than previous solution.
NXP automotive LED Driver ICs at electronica 2010
November 19, 2010 5:25 am | Videos | CommentsNXP provides details their new automotive LED Driver ICs with advanced features at electronica 2010.
ITT's e-vehicle e-nozzle at electronica 2010
November 16, 2010 5:41 am | Videos | CommentsITT shows off their new UL-qualified EVC high-amperage e-vehicle charging handle/connector that enables faster charging times.
Compact Mini PC Ideal Suits Mobile and Embedded Applications
November 12, 2010 11:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsStealth Computer has released a new ultra small PC designed specifically for in-vehicle/mobile/embedded applications. The LPC-100M operates from 10 V to 26 VDC power input making it suitable for DC powered applications. Features include
Two-die Chip Integrates a Stepper Motor Driver and CAN Transceiver
November 10, 2010 12:26 pm | Articles | CommentsON Semiconductor’s AMIS-30523 integrates a stepper motor driver and CAN transceiver in a single package, two-die device. This configuration can be used to control multiple motors of the same type on a single bus, and it provides
Chipset Enables Vehicles to Sense Potential Crash Situations
November 10, 2010 10:21 am | Articles | CommentsFreescale Semiconductor’s 77 gigahertz (GHz) silicon germanium (SiGe) integrated chipsets are intended for use in automotive radar systems. These radar solutions provide long- and mid-range functionality, allowing
ICs designed for vehicle LED headlights and tail lights
November 10, 2010 6:04 am | Product Releases | CommentsNXP Semiconductors N.V. today announced the availability of fully integrated, highly flexible driver IC solutions designed for vehicle LED headlights and tail lights, based on automotive-qualified technology. The ASL1010NTK and ASL1010PHN are the industry’s first automotive LED driver ICs to integrate critical functionality...
Visible Color LEDs Suit High-Reliability Military and Harsh-Environment Industrial Apps
November 4, 2010 12:10 pm | Product Releases | CommentsTT electronics OPTEK Technology has developed a series of high-reliability, high-sensitivity color LEDs processed to MIL-PRF-19500-level TX and TXV specifications. Designated the OVM4x Series, the visible LEDs feature hermetically sealed TO-46 package with
Programmable, Contactless Current Sensors Meet Green Power, Mobility Demands
October 27, 2010 8:14 am | Product Releases | CommentsMelexis announced its MLX91206 Series for contact-less current sensing in renewable energy, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) and electric vehicle (EV) applications. The customer programmable monolithic sensor IC, featuring Triaxis Hall technology, enables
Power Film Capacitors Enable Advancements in Hybrid Vehicles
October 8, 2010 8:02 am | by Chris Reynolds, Technical Marketing Manager, AVX Corporation | Articles | CommentsWithin the last few years, designers have established a solid powertrain foundation for hybrid vehicles (HEVs) and electric vehicles (EVs). All major auto manufactures see the hybrid and electric vehicle market as one continuing to enjoy steady growth.
Network Analyzer Handles Gapless Measurements from 10 MHz to 110 GHz
September 30, 2010 6:48 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Rohde & Schwarz ZVA110 high-end network analyzer covers the entire frequency range from 10 MHz to 110 GHz. Its dynamic range, high output power and measurement speed make the analyzer appropriate for
Multi-input Power Supply Operates From Line Voltage or From 12 VDC Inputs
September 28, 2010 8:06 am | Product Releases | CommentsDigital Power Corporation has developed a portable 90 W converter that can be powered from many different sources. It is intended for use with a wide variety of mobile devices in a wide variety of environments. The mobile switcher can
Isolated Quarter-Brick DC-DC Converters Have Output of 22 A
September 28, 2010 7:55 am | Murata Power Solutions Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsMurata Power Solutions extended its HPQ range of high power quarter-brick isolated DC-DC converters with the introduction of the HPQ-8.3, a 182.6W model with 8.3 V output, and a
Vote for your Favorites in the ECN Readers Choice Tech Awards
September 17, 2010 10:48 am | Articles | CommentsThis has been a good year for the electronic design community, with advances in hardware, software, materials, and technology. Take a moment to nominate your favorites for the 2010 ECN Readers Choice Tech Awards.
Visual Tool Simplifies and Speeds LED Lighting Design
September 15, 2010 10:55 am | Product Releases | CommentsNational Semiconductor Corp. announced the addition of WEBENCH LED Architect to its portfolio of online WEBENCH Designer tools. Said to be the first of its kind, the tool enables both novice and expert designers to
Automotive Socket Features Weather and Vibration Resistance
August 17, 2010 11:47 am | Product Releases | CommentsMPD’s AS212-C automotive socket features weather and vibration resistance in a durable nylon housing. The socket touts easy with the inclusion of a right angle bezel for placement under a panel, dashboard or cabinet. Also included are
Increase Driver Safety with Gesture-based Interfaces for Automotive Applications
August 16, 2010 7:39 am | by Hassane El-Khoury, Automotive business development manager, Cypress Semiconductor Corp. | Articles | CommentsAs touchscreens with gesture-based interfaces have become nearly standard in the mobile phone segment, many people are waiting impatiently for the technology to make its way into the automotive market.
The Future of Automobile Electronics at electronica
August 11, 2010 5:11 am | News | CommentsAutomotive electro-mobility, one of the hottest automotive topics today, will be a central focus of the upcoming electronica show, which will take place from November 9 to 12, 2010 in Munich, Germany.
Light Tack Adhesive Eases Fitting of Silicone-Free Thermal Interface Pads
August 6, 2010 6:17 am | Product Releases | CommentsMH&W International provides U 90 silicone-free thermal interface materials (TIMs) with a new light tack adhesive to provide high thermal conductivity where contamination threats prevent the use of silicone-based thermal pads, and allow
Physical Layer Transceiver Uses On-chip Termination Resistors for the Differential Pairs
August 5, 2010 6:01 am | Product Releases | CommentsMicrel’s KSZ8051 single supply 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet physical layer transceiver is designed for transmission and reception of data over standard CAT-5 unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable. It uses
Automotive X PRIZE Competitors Advance to Validation Stage
July 29, 2010 8:17 am | News | CommentsThe Progressive Insurance Automotive X PRIZE announced the Finalist teams who have survived all on-track testing at Michigan International Speedway and now move into a Validation stage before prize money will be awarded this September.
