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Understand the sources of electromagnetic interference in electric vehicles

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.

Industrial cloud platforms, the engine that improves quality and performance

With people's growing demand for personalized products and services in recent years, the accelerated progression of enterprise digitalization, and pursuit for production efficiency, industrial cloud platforms have gradually become a focus of markets

Operating environment drives temperature sensor selection in medical applications

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.

What are the trends in embedded electronics?

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

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

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.

Where we’re going, we don’t need roads

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.

The sustainability roadmap of electric vehicles

Sustainability is a top priority for automotive manufacturers, who are focusing on reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions.

Avnet and supplier partners demonstrate connected capabilities at Embedded World 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

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

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.

The rise of oximeters and other wearable medical devices

Wearable medical devices are set to become one of the largest and fastest growing markets in the world over the next decade. The technology has the potential to disrupt several parallel markets.

The IoT is ready for the era of virtual clinical trials

Clinical trials take time and money, but they also need participants and lots of data. The IoT is now being used to capture that data from participants virtually and to conduct clinical trials in the digital domain.

Seven strategies for designing wearable devices on an ultra-low power budget

The design requirements for wearable devices are unique amongst embedded systems. Design engineers don’t have the freedom to trade size against weight, or performance for power.

Diagnostic wearables: Design challenges and opportunities

From the need to maintain small form factors and keep system power requirements low to concerns over data integrity and cost, the design space for diagnostic wearables is fraught with complexity.

How to succeed with programmable analog

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

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.

How sustainable energy can do the world a power of good

We need to use more sustainable energy to achieve energy self-sufficiency, meet the world's growing

Yes, you can get to market fast in IoT

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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.

IC Technology in Medical Equipment: Applications and Trends

Digital ICs have found many applications in electron medical equipment that relies on the collection, storage and transmission of electronic information.

When your next tractor is a Tesla

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

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.