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Understand the sources of electromagnetic interference in electric vehicles
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Avnet Staff
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April 24, 2023
Electrical noise sources within vehicles fall into two types: electromagnetic inference (EMI) and electrostatic discharge (ESD). We explain these and the basic concepts of conducted and radiated EMI noise, with relevant examples.
Combining GaN and SiC for cost-effective power conversion
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Avnet Staff
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April 20, 2023
The public image of silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) is as wonder materials. We know they are displacing older silicon technology, boosting the efficiency of power conversion stages. However, neither is a universal solution.
Understand practical GaN and SiC differences for EV onboard chargers
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Avnet Staff
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April 18, 2023
Depending on the design, wide bandgap devices may provide efficiency gains in power conversion for onboard chargers. But which do you choose over silicon if any? We look at the options and offer some advice.
Operating environment drives temperature sensor selection in medical applications
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Avnet Staff
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April 10, 2023
Understanding a medical device’s operating environment and performance needs can result in a more optimal temperature sensor choice. This article looks at some key medical device applications and considerations for selecting a temperature sensor.
Digital interfaces are driving data in the automotive sector
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Avnet Staff
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April 3, 2023
High-speed automotive networks link independent control units. This article compares the role and specifications of Ethernet, CAN and SPE, and explores recent network innovations enabling zonal network architectures.
Optical sensing heart-rate monitors may move from the wrist to the clinic
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Avnet Staff
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March 27, 2023
Optical sensors deliver a non-invasive solution for monitoring the body below the skin, especially the cardiovascular system. The way tissue absorbs light is the principle, but sensors provide the accuracy.
What are the trends in embedded electronics?
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Philip Ling
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March 24, 2023
The electronics industry just returned from this year’s Embedded World exhibition and conference in Nuremberg, Germany. So, what are the latest trends? What’s hitting maturity and what do we need to watch out for in the months to come?
Solutions for transportation design pain points don’t have to be daunting
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Jamie Pederson
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March 21, 2023
Transportation engineers seeking solutions to overcome today’s most common design pain points can look to the industry’s long history of innovation for inspiration.
Take the programmable approach to smart sensing
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Avnet Staff
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March 20, 2023
A smart world depends on the data generated all around us. Take the programmable approach to capturing a smarter analog world. The right programmable gain amplifier (PGA) offers high analog performance with convenient digital control.
A primer: Understand the importance of EMI and EMC in EVs
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Avnet Staff
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March 10, 2023
A strong understanding of the basics of electromagnetic interference and of electromagnetic compatibility is vital for any automotive engineering team. This article introduces the concepts as well as some initial checklist items.
When edge and enterprise collide
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Philip Ling
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March 9, 2023
See the building blocks of a connected world at Embedded World 2023
Avnet and supplier partners demonstrate connected capabilities at Embedded World 2023
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Philip Ling
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March 8, 2023
Avnet will be supported by several semiconductor supplier partners and cloud platform providers at Embedded World 2023 to demonstrate real-world solutions based on IoTConnect®.
Avnet and supplier partners put HVAC control in the cloud to turn data into insights
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Philip Ling
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March 3, 2023
Efficiency in the way we create, distribute and consume energy is becoming a priority in nearly every vertical market application. The IoT is here to help, as shown with this HVAC system control demonstration.
What OEMs should know about SaaS and the IoT
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Michael Lamp
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March 1, 2023
When it comes to the IoT, as many myths exist about SaaS as facts. It isn’t just a subscription-based revenue model. The underlying technologies used to deliver SaaS are fundamental and need to be fully appreciated to build a viable solution.
Where we’re going, we don’t need roads
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Philip Ling
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February 17, 2023
We’re a grounded species reaching for the stars. Personal aircraft will let us colonize the air immediately above us and expand our cities in ways that don’t need networks of multilane highways. For eVTOLs, air taxis are just the beginning.
How to succeed with programmable analog
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Avnet Staff
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February 10, 2023
Programmable analog mixes things up. It is analog, but it's also digital. It is hardware, but it is software-defined. It takes analog peripherals to the next level. But it is hard to get right. Many have tried, here are the ones that have succeeded.
Private 5G networks are becoming fundamental to enterprises
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Avnet Staff
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January 27, 2023
Cellular networks are no longer the exclusive domain of traditional telecom operators. If you are looking for guaranteed service levels, you should consider a private 5G network. The key is to master mmWave and MIMO technologies.
Yes, you can get to market fast in IoT
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Mark Josewski
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January 9, 2023
The IoT is giving OEMs new ways to serve customers. With these new products come new business models. Bringing a new solution to market takes effort. Where should you put your resources?
How 5G networks support precision agriculture
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Avnet Staff
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January 9, 2023
Modern farming faces many challenges, but technology holds the key. Precision agriculture uses the latest technologies, enabled by 5G networks. Drones and robots have joined tractors and harvesters, becoming the hardware of farming.
Choosing the right image sensor for machine vision applications
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David Hustler
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January 6, 2023
The core component in any machine vision system, the image sensor has a major influence on product performance—but there's no universal right fit. There are many aspects to consider, and every manufacturer's product is different.
Let’s explore the technology inside IoT endpoints
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Steven Dettloff
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January 6, 2023
When it comes to the IoT, almost anything is possible. Engineers within OEMs using the latest semiconductor solutions can be more innovative when developing endpoints. And new technologies are creating new business opportunities.
Explore some real-world examples of private 5G networks
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Avnet Staff
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January 6, 2023
There are increasing examples of private 5G networks, but many more at the trial-and-test bed stage. Find out why all kinds of industries are building private 5G networks rather than using public 5G networks.
More industries seek performance benefits of private 5G networks
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Avnet Staff
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January 6, 2023
We have waited 10 years for public 5G networks. While real-world implementations of private networks are in their infancy. Owning one means you don’t have to wait any longer. You also get exclusive access to the performance 5G offers.
Do you need to know more about vehicle electrification?
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Philip Ling
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January 4, 2023
The POWER UP webinars from Avnet Silica dive deep into the world of electric vehicles. Watch this series of free webinars to learn more about what’s involved with vehicle electrification and charging.
Putting 5G in space for the massive IoT
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Philip Ling
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January 4, 2023
5G cellular networks and the massive IoT are a natural fit. Putting 5G cell towers in space is taking massive to a new level. To learn more, Avnet spoke with Sateliot Chief Business Officer Gianluca Redolfi, one of the pioneers in this area.
New, free design books deliver inside story on EV charging
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Philip Ling
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December 19, 2022
EV charging infrastructure has the capacity to support many more suppliers at every stage in the supply chain. If you manufacture EV supply equipment, or are looking at the market opportunity, these new design resources are a must-read.
The undeniable advantages of SiC technology over Si
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Milan Ivkovic
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December 5, 2022
SiC will soon overtake Si as the dominant semiconductor material for power devices with voltage rating higher than 600V. Designers looking to stay competitive and lower long-term system costs are turning to SiC-based technologies good reason.
When your next tractor is a Tesla
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Alessandro Mastellari
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December 5, 2022
The promises of lower energy costs, increased productivity and greater reliability, and the pressures from emissions regulation, are driving rapid EV innovation in agricultural and other off-road equipment.
How engineers cut development time in half for an EV fire warning system
December 5, 2022
Through rapid prototyping, Amphenol developed sensor modules that reliably detect carbon dioxide and hydrogen from cell decomposition venting for early warning of lithium cell thermal runaway.
A shortcut to save days costs weeks instead
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Chris Ammann
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December 5, 2022
Are you tempted to take an engineering shortcut in your next design? Take one supplier partner engineer’s experience and advice that there’s an excellent chance it will come back and bite you.