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2024-11 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Nov 15 2024] What Is TDA2004R? - The TDA2004R is a versatile Class B dual audio power amplifier. - The TDA2004R is housed in the Multiwatt11 package for automotive audio applications. - It is an excellent choice for boosting audio power in car sound systems. - The TDA2004R can deliver compact, efficient designs with minimal external components. - It does not require electrical insulation between the package a ...

2024-11 Semiconductors Toshiba Semiconductor and Storage

[Nov 13 2024] Toshiba Electronic Components & Storage Corporation has announced the development of a new bare-chip 1200 V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET "X5M007E120" for in-vehicle traction inverters with an innovative structure that enables low on-resistance and high reliability. X5M007E120 Test samples are now available for customer evaluation. When the body diode of a typical SiC MOSFETs is energized at the b ...

2024-11 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Nov 13 2024] STMicroelectronics' STGAP3S series of silicon carbide (SiC) and IGBT power switching gate drivers incorporate ST's latest robust electrical isolation technology, optimized desaturation protection and flexible Miller clamp architecture. STGAP3S uses enhanced capacitance isolation between the gate drive channel and the low-voltage control and interface circuit, with a transient isolation voltage (V ...

2024-11 Semiconductors Samsung

[Nov 12 2024] The adoption of 5G technology promises to revolutionize vehicle safety and efficiency by integrating internal and external antennas for high-speed, low-latency, and reliable communication with 5G networks. This communication will enable applications like advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), real-time traffic updates, remote diagnostics, and seamless entertainment. As 5G infrastructure grows ...

2024-11 Power Nexperia

[Nov 12 2024] Nexperia has announced a strategic partnership with renowned automotive supplier KOSTAL to facilitate the production of wide-band gap (WBG) devices that meet stringent specifications for automotive applications. Under the terms of the partnership, Amperi will supply, develop and manufacture WBG power electronics, which will be designed and tested by Kostal. The partnership will primarily focus on ...

2024-11 Semiconductors Nuvoton Technology

[Nov 12 2024] Navitas Semiconductor has introduced the world's first 8.5 kW power unit (PSU) for next-generation artificial intelligence and hyperscale data centers. The PSU is powered by GaN and SiC technologies and achieves 98% efficiency. The 54V output power module is optimized by artificial intelligence to comply with the OCP (Open Compute Project) and ORv3 (Open Rack v3) specifications. Equipped with hig ...

2024-11 Power Flex Power Modules

[Nov 12 2024] Flex Power Modules announced the introduction of the BMR316, a high-performance non-isolated, non-regulated DC/DC Intermediate Bus Converter (IBC), tailored for AI and milliliter data center applications that require significant computing power. The compact bmr316 is the best choice for high-power ibc applications where board space is limited. The bmr316 has a fixed 4:1 conversion rate, effective ...

2024-11 Sensors Melexis Technologies NV

[Nov 11 2024] Melexis, a global microelectronics engineering company, announced the launch of Arcminaxis™, a breakthrough magnetic technology designed to meet the growing demand for affordable and high-precision robotic joint position sensing solutions. The MLX90384, the first product with Arcminaxis™ technology, provides manufacturers with a cost-effective solution by simplifying the assembly process of robot ...

2024-11 Semiconductors Bourns

[Nov 11 2024] Bourns, the world's leading manufacturer of electronic components for power, protection and sensing solutions, has introduced a new AEC-Q200 compliant automotive thin, high creepage distance isolation transformer. The Bourns H series flyback transformers are designed for high power density, higher performance and compact dimensions. This product is suitable for a variety of applications, includin ...

2024-11 Semiconductors Infineon Technologies

[Nov 11 2024] Infineon Technologies AG, the global semiconductor leader in power systems and the Internet of Things, has announced the EZ-USB FX20 programmable USB peripheral controller, a new product of the EZ-USB™ family. With this product, developers can create USB devices that meet the higher performance requirements of artificial intelligence (AI), image processing, and emerging applications. The EZ-USB™ ...

2024-11 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Nov 9 2024] STMicroelectronics (ST) is dedicated to supporting the automotive industry's challenges with electrification and digitalization. Through current solutions and a future-oriented unified MCU platform development strategy, ST aims to enable the next-generation vehicle architecture and the evolution of software-defined vehicles (SDV) with breakthrough innovations. Here, Remi EL-OUAZZANE, President of ...

2024-11 Sensors Noritake Company Inc.

[Nov 9 2024] NOVOSENSE Microelectronics has introduced the NSM211x, a series of automotive-grade, completely integrated high-bandwidth, high-isolation current sensors that guarantee accurate current measurement while obviating the necessity for extra isolation components. The automotive-grade series, to be exhibited at electronica 2024 (Stand B5.450), is designed for applications such as OBC/DC-DC converters, ...