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Apr
28
2022

CAN FD: Anything But Automotive Only

Due to higher bandwidth requirements in the automotive field, the CAN (controller area networking) specification was extended for flexible data–rates with a new iteration known as CAN FD.

Apr
28
2022

As Classic Moore’s Law Dims, Heterogeneous Integration Steps Into the Limelight

The internet of things, big data, and artificial intelligence (AI) are fueling a new wave of growth for the semiconductor industry.

Apr
28
2022

Pairing AR/VR with Digital Twins

Digital twins not only provide engineers and designers with real–time data of how a physical asset performs, but they also offer time and cost advantages during the test and developmental stages of both new and existing products.

Apr
28
2022

STMicroelectronics Rad-Hard ICs Target ‘New Space’

Built with low–earth orbit (LEO) in mind, STMicroelectronics’ latest series of radiation–hardened ICs boast a plastic package with a total ionization dose immunity up to 50 krad(Si), enabling next–gen satellites to provide earth observation and broadband internet from the relative safety of LEOs. Hello new space, goodbye old space.

Jun
19
2021

Wide Bandgap Technologies for a New Efficient Industry

Physical limitations prevent current silicon technology from achieving the higher power density, miniaturization, and energy conversion efficiency that the market needs from power products to meet growing environmental concerns.

Jun
5
2021

The network-on-chip interconnect is the SoC

“The network is the computer,” coined by John Gage of Sun Microsystems back in 1984, proved incredibly insightful. This idea is re-emerging, this time within the SoC realm.

Jun
5
2021

AI and the IoT merge to form the AIoT

Technology trends in artificial intelligence (AI) and the IoT have started to merge, a trend that industry has named the Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT).

May
26
2021

Why network-on-chip has displaced crossbar switches at scale

When the number of elements that need to communicate in a chip is small, a simple crossbar approach to the interconnect function is a possible choice.

May
25
2021

Processing Solutions for High-Density PCBs

Designers must consider processing temperatures, producibility, and solder joint integrity of every component as well as higher I/O connectors. This article looks at ways to enable smaller component footprints for high-density PCBs.

May
25
2021

How to Model Ground Current of Filter Inductors for MV SiC-MOSFET Converters

May
25
2021

Solution Support For 5G VoNR Voice Quality Evaluation

Complete solution for Voice/Audio quality evaluation for 5G SA VoNR, 5G NSA VoLTE, 4G VoLTE, 3G and 2G cellular technologies

Jun
16
2020

Near Field Communication (NFC) Explained: Working and Applications

Near Field Communication (NFC) is evolved from the integration of non-contact radio frequency identification (RFID) and interconnection technology. Devices using NFC technology can exchange data when they are close to each other.

Blog
31/10/2025

Introduction to Nexperia Automotive-Grade ICs

Electronics in the automotive industry require accuracy, durability and complete reliability. All systems, including the engine control and modern driver assist, are based on parts that have to endure both high temperature and electrical interference, as well as extended durability of operation.

Blog
27/06/2025

ASIC vs FPGA Comparison: Performance, Cost, and Design Differences Explained

This article compares Application-Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs) and Field-Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs), two technologies used for creating custom digital circuits.

Solution
13/01/2025

The Rise of Automotive-Grade SiC/GaN Power Devices in Electric Vehicles

The automotive fast recovery Silicon Carbide (SiC) and Gallium Nitride (GaN) power devices emerge as game-changing technologies.

Blog
26/11/2024

How to Safely Discharge an AC Capacitor

AC capacitor discharge refers to the process in which a capacitor releases its stored electrical energy in an alternating current (AC) circuit.

Blog
31/10/2024

Signs of a Bad Camshaft Position Sensor and How to Test it?

A car has a variety of electrical components, one of which is called a camshaft position sensor (CMP). This section will discuss this component, the signs that indicate a problematic camshaft position sensor, and the procedures for doing so.

Blog
16/10/2024

Symptoms of a Bad Speed Sensor and How to Test It?

Speed sensors are utilized to measure the speed at which devices are spinning. Many vehicles, including automobiles, aerospace vehicles, off-highway and construction equipment, railway vehicles, and military vehicles, require speed sensors.

Blog
10/10/2024

Current Divider: definition, applications & formula

A current divider is an electrical circuit configuration used to split or divide an input current into multiple branches or paths.

Solution
21/09/2024

74LS04 Hex Inverter Datasheet(PDF) and Pinout

This article will explain some detailed information about 74LS04 Hex Inverter, including its datasheet, pinout, features and specifications.

Solution
20/09/2024

C1815 Transistor: Pinout, Features & Specifications

This article gives a comprehensive introduction to the key information of the C1815 transistor

Solution
19/09/2024

Guide to IC 7408 Logic Gate Chip: Specifications, Applications, and Pinout

The 7408 IC, a crucial component in electronics, features?four logic gates, each with two inputs.