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From personal automobile to large commercial fleets, transportation is undergoing significant technological advances, especially in the areas of electrification and advanced driver assistance systems. Explore our resources to stay up to date with transportation trends and technology.
The sustainability roadmap of electric vehicles
March 15, 2023
Sustainability is a top priority for automotive manufacturers, who are focusing on reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions.
Do you need to know more about vehicle electrification?
By
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.
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.
When your next tractor is a Tesla
By
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.
How Cold, Lifeless Machines Can “See” Our Colorful and Complex World?
August 17, 2022
In the wave of AI, IoT, cloud computing, and smart sensor technology, machine vision may become humanity’s “third eye”, giving people a glimpse into the yet unseen future world of “everything is connected, everything is smart.”
What is the “alien” material silicon carbide worth today?
July 17, 2022
The potential for improving the performance of silicon-based devices is limited. Many manufacturers have been forced to increase the size of their devices to improve performance.
Designing ultra-rapid DC EV chargers
July 13, 2022
If electric drivetrains are to replace internal combustion, particularly in larger vehicles, we need more high-speed DC charging capacity. This article examines six of the main design considerations.
Defining security for the EV charging infrastructure
July 13, 2022
Drivers are demanding easy access to public EV charging points. Providers must meet this demand without sacrificing security for simplicity. Cybercriminals will find any security weaknesses, but the latest standards are here to help.
Predicting the kW sweet spot in EV charge point variants
July 13, 2022
Do you want AC or DC, fast or slow charging? Manufacturers of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment need to predict what will be demanded most by consumers, while responding to the requests coming from Charge Point Operators.
Load balancing in the EV charging infrastructure
July 8, 2022
We all know what it’s like to wait in line to refuel, but what if you must continue waiting after you plug in your EV? Managing multiple charge points in one location is creating some interesting challenges for the EV charging infrastructure.
A closer look at SiC quality
June 27, 2022
Silicon carbide builds on established manufacturing methodologies but requires entirely new manufacturing processes. Increasing yield and reducing costs relies on imposing the highest quality at every stage.
DMS: Don't fall asleep at the wheel – I'm watching you!
June 20, 2022
Until humans can comfortably "hand over the steering wheel" to machines, "human-machine co-driving" will dominate the automotive market. A recent development in this scenario is the Driver Monitor System (DMS).
Why you should care about SiC figures of merit
June 10, 2022
SiC semiconductors are becoming ubiquitous in power conversion equipment, particularly in the areas of EVs, solar and energy storage systems. This article reviews applications and explores the figures of merit that can be used to compare devices.
How robust testing forms part of the SiC supply chain
June 10, 2022
In high reliability/availability applications, SiC semiconductors are seen as emerging technology. This article explains their benefits and how an end-to-end supply chain with robust testing makes SiC a safe design option.
What does the future of automotive technology look like?
By
Jamie Pederson
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May 9, 2022
The automotive industry is becoming more technologically advanced at a fast pace from comfort and infotainment to advanced safety systems. This article explores the trends as vehicles become data centers on wheels.
How to use structured light and image sensors for range detection and identification
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Philip Ling
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April 25, 2022
Today’s most popular 3D imaging technologies are Time of Flight (ToF), stereo vision and structured light. This article overviews the basic operating principles and the relative strengths, weaknesses and trade-offs associated with each option.
What to consider when choosing a connector (interconnect solution)
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Jamie Pederson
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April 21, 2022
Selecting interconnect products for your project is a crucial step in the design process and there are several things to keep in mind when making those decisions. In this article we’ll discuss the most common considerations and how interconnect ma
What is polarization, keying and color coding for interconnect?
By
Jamie Pederson
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April 10, 2022
Establishing a properly aligned connection quickly is key in any assembly or installation process. Polarization, keying and color coding are primary means to ensuring connections are made quickly and safely. In this article we’ll discuss each of
Understanding the impact of radar and lidar on autonomous technologies
March 31, 2022
Many component makers are betting heavily on radar and lidar systems enjoying a golden period of growth in the next few years. Vision systems and the processors that go in them present an exciting opportunity, too.
AI takes human-vehicle interaction to the next level
March 18, 2022
Advances in digital and mobile technologies have increased the volume, variety, and complexity of customer experience data.
The interdependence of safety and security in autonomous driving
February 24, 2022
The quest for increased road safety is an important factor in the development of higher levels of driving automation. As in any industry, suitable standards help OEMs validate their work in the eyes of regulators and the marketplace.
Six cool new autonomous technologies
By
Cameron Coward
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January 31, 2022
From planes, trains, and automobiles to farm equipment and Martian rovers, engineers are extending the capabilities of autonomous technologies to achieve simple productivity improvements and a better understanding of big issues like global warming.
Considerations when designing with wide bandgap devices
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Milan Ivkovic
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December 20, 2021
SiC and GaN wide bandgap semiconductor switches can provide a step improvement in efficiency in power converters. Engineers should be aware that they have different secondary characteristics compared with Si-MOSFETS and IGBTs.
Selecting wide bandgap devices for motor control applications
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Milan Ivkovic
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December 20, 2021
When it comes to smart control applications, it’s worth taking a step back to consider when and if the switch to wide bandgap from MOSFET or IGBT makes sense. When the answer is yes, then the decision is whether SiC or GaN is the way to go.
Just how Fast is EV “Fast Charging”?
November 15, 2021
Drivers of electric vehicles are a diverse bunch, but they are united by two questions: How far can my car go? and Where can I charge?...Today, we will be talking about that specific concern—electric vehicle (EV) charging.
How 6G networking will solve your city’s traffic problems
October 11, 2021
6G networking and self-driving cars could make traffic congestion a thing of the past.
Advances in wide-bandgap semiconductors for vehicles
By
Jason Struble
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August 24, 2021
See the technical and cost comparisons between older silicon IGBT and MOSFET technologies and newer generation silicon carbide switches.
This is what your car’s network will look like in 2050
August 11, 2021
The flat CAN bus architecture is obsolete. We’ll see major changes over the next 10-15 years, but let’s look even further. NXP has forecasts as far out as 2050 and we can use those to gain an inkling of what IVN will look like in 30 years.
EV charging: The drive for faster charging speeds and higher efficiency
August 11, 2021
Fast DC chargers and wide-bandgap silicon carbide switches are key to improved EV charging.