Recent #Reference Design news in the semiconductor industry

2 months ago

➀ AMD发布了Radeon RX 9070和RX 9070 XT GPU,但没有发布参考设计,而是依赖合作伙伴的型号。

➁ 现已出现一款未发布的Radeon RX 9070参考设计,其双风扇设计让人联想到AMD为RDNA 3系列设计的Radeon RX 7000系列。

➂ 该GPU在3DMark基准测试中表现出色,但可能仅用于合作伙伴的预发布测试和验证。

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2 months ago

➀ This article introduces a 12V-60V three-phase GaN inverter reference design from Texas Instruments, which focuses on high efficiency, precise current sensing, and sensorless control for robotics and motor drives.

➁ The design uses three LMG2100R044 GaN half-bridge modules, each capable of handling 100V and 35A, integrating GaN FETs, drivers, and bootstrap diodes to optimize switching performance and reduce parasitic inductance.

➂ Key features include precise current measurement with a 1mΩ shunt resistor and INA241 current sense amplifier, compatibility with C2000 MCUs via a TI BoosterPack compatible interface, and suitability for applications such as robotic servo drives and drone accessories.

GaNMotor ControlReference DesignTexas Instrumentspower electronics
3 months ago

➀ This article discusses a smart fuse design that replaces standard fuses with a semiconductor solution, offering resettable protection, lower power consumption, and enhanced safety for vehicles.

➁ The design uses components like the TPS1213-Q1 high-side switch controller, INA296B-Q1 current sense amplifier, and a microcontroller to provide I²t overcurrent protection, low-power mode, and support for different types of loads.

➂ It is suitable for applications such as 12V and 48V power distribution boxes and zone control modules, aiming to optimize cable wiring and improve time-current characteristics.

MicrochipReference Designautomotive
5 months ago
➀ This reference design for a single-phase shunt energy meter is a critical tool for modern energy management systems, providing accurate measurement and monitoring of electrical energy consumption. ➁ It simplifies the development process for design engineers by offering a pre-validated platform, reducing time-to-market and ensuring compliance with industry standards. ➂ The design achieves class 0.5S accuracy across a 25mA–100A input range with an 8kHz sampling rate.
ADCMCUReference DesignTexas Instrumentselectronics
6 months ago
➀ The article introduces a flow meter reference design based on the MC9S08GW64 microcontroller from NXP. It highlights the design's versatility, efficiency, and its suitability for gas and fluid metering applications. The design is known for its low power consumption, long battery life, and support for automated meter reading (AMR). ➁ It describes the design's features, such as real-time flow sensing, data accumulation, and wireless communication via ZigBee, which streamline the development process. ➂ The design is suitable for both consumer and industrial metering systems and is optimized to operate for over a decade on a single battery.
Battery LifeMicrocontrollerNXPReference Design
6 months ago
This reference design, designed by Analog Devices, is an advanced platform for evaluating wireless Automatic Meter Reading (AMR) systems. It includes a meter board and a reader board, both powered by MAXQ610 microcontrollers and using MAX7032 transceivers for wireless communication. The design is versatile, with options for various meter types and antenna configurations. It is ideal for engineers, system integrators, and researchers in the utility and IoT sectors.
Analog DevicesMicrocontrollerReference DesignWireless
6 months ago
➀ Texas Instruments' TIDA-020030 reference design offers a power stage solution for various applications, including inverter and motor control development, especially for hybrid and electric vehicle traction inverters; ➁ The design supports high-voltage and high-current loads with protections for overcurrent and short-circuit; ➂ It integrates diagnostic and system monitoring features for real-time performance validation and fault detection.
IGBTReference DesignSiCTexas Instrumentspower electronics
6 months ago
➀ This reference design from Texas Instruments introduces a compact power solution for various charging applications using GaN technology; ➁ It improves efficiency and power density with reduced losses and higher switching frequencies; ➂ The design allows for smaller inductors, reduced core sizes, and fewer primary windings, making it suitable for mobile wall chargers and USB wall power outlets.
GaNReference Designpower electronics
6 months ago
➀ This reference design introduces a compact BLDC motor controller optimized for high performance and efficiency in micro-mobility applications. ➁ The controller, designed by Microchip, supports up to 3kW power levels and features advanced control algorithms for precise torque and speed control. ➂ The design includes a robust three-phase inverter stage and various safety protections, making it suitable for e-scooters and e-bikes.
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