Recent #automotive news in the semiconductor industry

6 months ago

➀ Nisshinbo Micro Devices has introduced the NT1191GEAE3S, a wideband low-noise amplifier (LNA) designed for high-precision GNSS applications.

➁ The NT1191GEAE3S operates within a frequency range of 1164 MHz to 1610 MHz, offering a gain of up to 17.5 dB and a low noise figure of 0.75 dB in the L1/L2/L5/L6 bands.

➂ The device is suitable for automotive applications, including GNSS modules, active antennas, car navigation, and dashboard cameras, and features a standby mode to reduce power consumption.

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6 months ago

➀ The project 'DynaviL' has been launched at Hochschule Kempten to research wireless dynamic charging for electric vehicles, which will be designed for a spatially extended area for the first time.

➁ The project is funded by the Bavarian State Ministry of Economic Affairs, Regional Development and Energy under the 'Electrical Systems' program with around €436,000.

➂ Two use cases are being demonstrated: autonomous shuttles and industrial vehicles. The goal is to develop a cost-effective solution that can be applied to both use cases.

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6 months ago

➀ The TIDA-060039 reference design from Texas Instruments (TI) offers a robust, contact-free solution for creating seamless touch buttons and a rotating magnetic dial.

➁ This design integrates inductive and Hall-effect sensing technologies, providing a flexible and adaptable solution for various applications such as automotive center displays, appliance interfaces, and more.

➂ The design includes a Sensor Control Board (SCB) that manages power and allows for multiple operational modes, enhancing real-time data handling and ease of integration into different systems.

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6 months ago

➀ Microchip Technology recently introduced the PCI100x family of PCIe Gen 4.0 switches designed for automotive, industrial, and data center environments.

➁ These switches offer robust scalability, reliability, and low-latency connectivity for modern High-Performance Computing (HPC) systems.

➂ They feature advanced error reporting, containment, and synthesis functions, supporting various temperature ratings and are suitable for diverse applications.

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6 months ago

➀ u-blox发布了其首款汽车级Wi-Fi 7模块RUBY-W2,旨在提升车载信息娱乐和远程信息处理系统的性能。

➁ RUBY-W2支持关键的Wi-Fi 7功能,如更高的吞吐量、更多的用户连接和支持多种应用,例如信息娱乐、导航和高级远程信息处理。

➂ 该模块基于Qualcomm的Snapdragon Auto Connectivity平台,并具备蓝牙5.4功能,支持高效的高质量音频流传输和强大的无线连接。

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6 months ago
1. Qualcomm is diversifying beyond smartphones into automotive, IoT, and AI, with significant revenue growth in automotive and IoT segments. 2. On-device AI is a key focus, with specialized hardware enhancing performance and efficiency. 3. The automotive segment is performing well, with Snapdragon solutions driving revenue and aiming for ADAS and self-driving market dominance. 4. Financially strong with 19% YOY revenue growth, robust EPS, and significant shareholder returns.
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6 months ago
➀ ABLIC's S-19161A/B IC allows automotive manufacturers to miniaturize backup power systems by replacing multiple NiH batteries with one lithium battery. ➁ The IC operates at temperatures up to 125°C and offers industry-leading overcharge detection accuracy. ➂ It is designed for e-Call systems and Telematics Control Units, with PPAP and AEC-Q100 Grade 1 certification.
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6 months ago
➀ Omron has developed a relay capable of interrupting 200A at 500V; ➁ The relay aims to replace contactors in DC electric vehicle chargers, batteries, and solar inverters; ➂ The relay uses a proprietary gasless design for cooling arcs without special materials, reducing carbon footprint; ➃ It measures 64.2 x 86 x 47.7mm and has a minimum operational life of 10 operations at 200A and 500V.
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6 months ago
➀ The formation of the 'China for China' supply chain is accelerating, with the Chinese government aiming for domestic car manufacturers to source 25% of their ICs locally by 2025. ➁ ST has partnered with HHGrace to develop 40nm industrial/automotive-grade MCUs, with mass production expected later this year. ➂ Renesas, NXP, and Infineon are in discussions with Chinese foundries for local sourcing.
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6 months ago
1. NIO's Q3 2024 revenues increased by 7% QoQ to $2.6B, with a gross profit rise of 31.8% YoY, despite a 38% stock price drop. 2. Q4 delivery numbers are promising, with a 72.9% YoY increase in December, aligning with management's guidance and countering bearish arguments. 3. NIO ranks 3rd in the Chinese EV market, benefiting from government subsidies, and aims for long-term profitability through brand positioning and efficiency gains.
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6 months ago
1. NXP announced the acquisition of TTTech Auto for $625 million to strengthen its automotive software solutions. 2. TTTech Auto's expertise in safety-critical systems complements NXP's CoreRide platform. 3. The acquisition aims to accelerate the transition to software-defined vehicles and enhance NXP's position in the automotive market.
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