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Infineon launches world’s first industrial gallium nitride (GaN) transistor product family with integrated Schottky diode

April 14, 2025

Munich, Germany – 14 April 2025 – Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) has introduced the world’s first gallium nitride (GaN) power transistors with integrated Schottky diode for industrial use. The product family of medium-voltage CoolGaN™ Transistors G5 with integrated Schottky diode increases the performance of power systems by reducing undesired deadtime losses, thereby further increasing overall system efficiency. Additionally, the integrated solution simplifies the power stage design and reduces BOM cost.

In hard-switching applications, GaN-based topologies may incur higher power losses due to the larger effective body diode voltage (V SD) of GaN devices. This gets … Read More → "Infineon launches world’s first industrial gallium nitride (GaN) transistor product family with integrated Schottky diode"

STMicroelectronics unveils next-generation automotive NFC readers, for digital key applications, joining high-performance ST25R portfolio

New ST25R500/501 devices for CCC Digital Key and in-car wireless charging boast small form factor and up to 70% greater low-power card-detection range
April 14, 2025

STMicroelectronics has introduced two new automotive NFC readers in its ST25R portfolio, delivering superior wake-up and detection range for enhanced user experiences. The ST25R500 and ST25R501 meet Car Connectivity Consortium (CCC) and Wireless Power Consortium requirements for digital key and center console applications for device pairing and engine start and wireless charging NFC card protection.

The new readers combine market-leading 2W peak output power and high receiver sensitivity, ensuring up to 70% greater interaction range than other readers in the market. The ST25 … Read More → "STMicroelectronics unveils next-generation automotive NFC readers, for digital key applications, joining high-performance ST25R portfolio"

TDK offers MLCCs with the industry’s highest capacitance at 100V for automotive applications in 3225 case size

April 14, 2025
  • New 100 V product for automotive applications with 10 μF capacitance in 3225 case size (achieving large capacitance)
  • Contributing to the reduction of component count and the miniaturization of sets
  • Qualified based on AEC-Q200

April 14, 2025

TDK Corporation (TSE: 6762) has expanded its CGA series for automotive multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs) to 10 µF at 100 V in 3225 size (3.2 x 2.5 x 2.5 mm – L x W x H), with X7R characteristics (Class Ⅱ dielectric). This is the industry’s highest capacitance* for a 100-V rated product in 3225 size and this temperature characteristic. Mass production of the product … Read More → "TDK offers MLCCs with the industry’s highest capacitance at 100V for automotive applications in 3225 case size"

New Serial EEPROM family features unique ID for identification, traceability, and sustainability

April 10, 2025

STMicroelectronics has introduced a series of serial EEPROMs that contain a unique 128-bit read-only ID (UID) to meet market requirements for product recognition, tracking, and repairability.

In addition to conventional EEPROM user-memory space for parameter storage and data logging, the read-only UID is preprogrammed in the ST factory and permanently locked. This lets OEMs quickly and easily take advantage of the UID for basic product identification and clone detection as an alternative to an entry-level secure element. The UID can also support versioning and upgrade control.

With memory sizes from 32 Kbit to 2 Mbit, each device … Read More → "New Serial EEPROM family features unique ID for identification, traceability, and sustainability"

New industrial-grade accelerometer with edge AI and low power for smart sensing

April 10, 2025

STMicroelectronics’ IIS2DULPX industrial MEMS accelerometer combines machine learning, power saving, and capability to operate at high-temperature, facilitating intensive sensorization for smarter, data-driven operations and decision making in asset tracking, robotics, and factory automation, as well as industrial-safety equipment and healthcare devices.

With in-sensor AI to relieve the host processor and automatic self-configuration to optimize power consumption, the IIS2DULPX lets equipment makers build maintenance-free, battery-powered smart sensor nodes in convenient form factors. “Our … Read More → "New industrial-grade accelerometer with edge AI and low power for smart sensing"

IEEE Study Leverages Silicon Photonics for Scalable and Sustainable AI Hardware

April 10, 2025
With the swift progress in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), the hardware enabling these technologies must evolve to accommodate increasing workloads and energy requirements. A recent study introduced AI accelerators—customized hardware optimized for AI tasks—built on silicon photonic integrated circuits. Powered by III-V compound semiconductors, these silicon PICs consume less energy, presenting a promising direction for creating a more efficient and sustainable AI infrastructure to support future computing advancements.
The emergence of AI has profoundly transformed numerous industries. Driven by deep learning technology and Big Data, AI requires significant processing power … Read More → "IEEE Study Leverages Silicon Photonics for Scalable and Sustainable AI Hardware"

New Low Noise Differential Output Triaxial Accelerometers from PCB

Introducing PCB Model 3743G Differential Variable Capacitance MEMS Triaxial Accelerometer
April 10, 2025

April 8, 2025 – Depew, NY – PCB Piezotronics (PCB®) is proud to announce the launch of our new Model 3743G differential variable capacitance triaxial accelerometer. This innovative sensor is designed to meet the demanding requirements of the automotive and aerospace industries with superior performance and versatility.

The 3743G features variable capacitance MEMS technology for stable and accurate measurement. Featuring a wide input voltage range from 5 to 32 Vdc, these sensors excel in applications requiring low-frequency and long-duration event measurement, thanks to their DC frequency response.</ … Read More → "New Low Noise Differential Output Triaxial Accelerometers from PCB"

Vishay Intertechnology AEC-Q200 Qualified Thick Film Power Resistor Offers Enhanced Protection Against Short Transient Pulses

Offered in Clip-Mount TO-247 Package for Direct Mounting on a Heatsink, Device Combines High Pulse Absorption to 75 J/0.1 s With Power Dissipation of 150 W
April 10, 2025

MALVERN, Pa. — April 9, 2025 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH) today that it has extended its LTO series of thick film power resistors with a new AEC-Q200 qualified device that delivers higher pulse absorption up to 75 J/0.1 s. Offered in a clip-mount TO-247 package for direct mounting on a heatsink, the Vishay Sfernice LTO 150H offers high power dissipation of 150 W at a +45 °C case temperature.

The device released today features a unique design that provides 30 % higher energy absorption than existing LTO series devices for enhanced protection against short transient pulses. The result is more stable operation in high … Read More → "Vishay Intertechnology AEC-Q200 Qualified Thick Film Power Resistor Offers Enhanced Protection Against Short Transient Pulses"

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