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2024-10 Semiconductors NXP

[Oct 28 2024] NXP Semiconductors recently introduced the new S32J series of high-performance Ethernet switches and network controllers. The S32J series features a switch core common to NXP's new S32 microcontroller and processor, NXP NETC, which operates as an extended virtual switch. The universal network switch core simplifies the integration and software reuse of the S32J series with other solutions on the ...

2024-10 Semiconductors Texas Instruments

[Oct 28 2024] Texas Instruments introduces a family of programmable logic devices (PLDS). This product family builds on Texas Instruments' outstanding logic product family and is designed to help engineers simplify logic design for any application. Texas Instruments' new PLD product family integrates up to 40 combined and sequential logic and analog functions in a single device, helping to reduce board size by ...

2024-10 Optoelectronics Vishay

[Oct 26 2024] Vishay Intertechnology has announced the launch of two new IGBT and MOSFET drivers -VOFD341A and VOFD343A - in the compact, high-isolation extended SO-6 package. The Vishay VOFD341A and VOFD343A have peak output currents up to 3A and 4 A respectively, operating temperatures up to +125 C and propagation delays down to 200 ns. The optocoupler consists of an AlGaAs LED, which is optically coupled to ...

2024-10 Sensors Infineon Technologies

[Oct 25 2024] Fingerprint sensing provides accurate and cost-effective biometrics. Compared to other authentication methods such as using a smartphone or entering a password on the car's user interface, fingerprint sensing is more convenient and easy to use for drivers. Therefore, biometric functions have become a development trend in the automotive industry. To meet this demand, Infineon Technologies AG intro ...

2024-10 Semiconductors STMicroelectronics

[Oct 25 2024] What Is LM317K？ - The LM317K is an adjustable three-terminal voltage regulator. - It provides a stable output voltage between 1.25V and 37V with a maximum current of 1.5A. - It is widely used in power supply circuits, battery chargers, and other electronic applications that require adjustable voltage regulation. - The LM317K offers protection features such as thermal overload and short-circuit pr ...

2024-10 Sensors STMicroelectronics

[Oct 25 2024] STMicroelectronics' ST85MM programmable Powerline Communications (PLC) modem natively supports field-proven Meters and More and PRIME 1.4 smart grid standards for upcoming multiprotocol smart meters, More and Prime 1.4 Smart Grid Standards for upcoming Multiprotocol smart meters, To improve the flexibility of processing electricity data. Available in 7mm x 7mm QFN56 package. The energy transition ...

2024-10 Semiconductors NXP

[Oct 24 2024] NXP Semiconductors introduces the new S32J series of high-performance Ethernet switches and network controllers. The S32J series features a switch core common to NXP's new S32 microcontroller and processor, NXP NETC, which operates as an extended virtual switch. The universal network switch core simplifies the integration and software reuse of the S32J series with other solutions on the recently ...

2024-10 Passive Components Infineon Technologies

[Oct 24 2024] Nowadays, many industrial applications can transition to higher power levels by increasing the DC bus voltage while seeking to minimize power losses. To meet this demand, Infineon Technologies AG, a global leader in semiconductors for power systems and the Internet of Things, introduced the CoolSiC™ Schottky Diode 2000 V G5, the first discrete silicon carbide diode on the market with a breakdown ...

2024-10 Power Microchip Technology

[Oct 24 2024] With the advent of Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence (AI), digital manufacturing and the Internet of Things, the demand for wireless connectivity in commercial and industrial applications is growing at an alarming rate. These applications often require reliable connections that can withstand extreme environments such as high temperatures, background noise, and obstacles. To meet this demand, ...

2024-10 Optoelectronics ON Semiconductor

[Oct 23 2024] LED lighting is widely used in the automotive industry because of its characteristics of high brightness, low energy consumption, long life and fast response. LED headlights, daytime running lights, brake lights and turn signals have become standard on many models. At the same time, with the progress of intelligent driving technology, automotive LED lighting solutions are also developing in the d ...

2024-10 Connectors Vicor

[Oct 23 2024] Vicor has released three vehicle-scale power modules for 48V electric vehicle power systems. These modules provide industry-leading power density to meet the production needs of automotive manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers in 2025. The BCM6135, DCM3735 and PRM3735 use AEC-Q100 certified ics designed by Vicor and have completed the PPAP (Production Part Approval Procedure) process with automotive ...

2024-10 Connectors STMicroelectronics

[Oct 23 2024] The ST HFA80A Automotive Scale proposed input Class D audio amplifier combines high energy efficiency, small size and low material cost with optimized load diagnostics for automotive and local electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). The HFA80A uses a pre-filter feedback topology and a 2MHz nominal PWM frequency, allowing designers to optimize the output filter according to the target performance, an ...