With compact dimensions and an input-voltage range from 6 to 75V, STMicroelectronics’ L3751 synchronous buck controller serves different applications from industrial equipment to battery-powered light electric vehicles. The 3.5 x 4.5mm controller is also suited to use in telecom and networking equipment that features commonly used 24 and 48V buses. With a minimum on-time duration…

Dreame, a Chinese-based company specializing in smart home cleaning devices, has launched its new vacuum cleaning robot — the Dreame Bot W10 Pro. The smart vacuum cleaner is equipped with a camera featuring the REAL3 Time-of-Flight (ToF) image sensor from Infineon Technologies and pmdtechnologies. The ToF imager enables smart navigation, 3D mapping, and excellent obstacle…

To optimize work efficiency and portability, Samsung has introduced a new flagship detector, the AccE Glass-Free Detector. The AccE Glass-Free Detector recently received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for commercial use in the USA. “Being at the forefront of advancing healthcare imaging, we have recognized the need for new solutions that…

Infineon Technologies has announced the commercial availability of what’s currently labeled as the industry’s highest-density serial F-RAMs — the company’s new 8- and 16-Mbit EXCELON F-RAM memories. The new EXCELON F-RAM (Ferroelectric RAM) memories address the non-volatile datalogging requirements of next-generation automotive and industrial systems to help prevent data loss in harsh operating environments. The…

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced a new series of surface-mount multilayer ceramic chip capacitors (MLCC) optimized for DC-blocking applications. The industry’s first such devices characterized for common frequency bands ranging from 3 MHz to 18 GHz, the Vishay Vitramon DC Blocking Capacitors make it easy for designers to choose the right component for their application. Manufactured in…

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader provider, is helping increase industrial productivity and reduce waste and pollution with its smart wireless module. Conceived for Industry 4.0 applications, this module, the STM32WB5MMGH6, simplifies using ST’s innovative wireless microcontrollers in powerful use cases like I-care Group’s intelligent equipment condition monitoring. The module provides a complete subsystem for wireless communication using popular…

Broadcom Inc. has announced the availability of the industry’s first open end-to-end networking solution optimized for Remote Direct Memory Access (RDMA) over Converged Ethernet. Hyperscaler and enterprise data-center operators can now deploy fully optimized systems that are connected by Broadcom, using open-standard RDMA. Jointly integrated by Broadcom and Arista, this end-to-end solution features Broadcom’s Ethernet…

Vishay Intertechnology announced that certain devices in its AC and AC-AT series of cemented, axial-leaded wirewound resistors are now available with a pick-and-place friendly lead-bending option. The WSZ lead form allows the devices to be used as surface-mount components By offering high-power dissipation and excellent pulse capability, the Vishay Draloric resistors are the industry’s first…

The new dimension of digitalization is enormous and global data volumes will only multiply exponentially in the future with video streaming, virtual conferences, cloud services, cryptocurrencies, and many other digital applications. Experts estimate a 146-fold increase in data in just 15 years. According to the U.S. International Trade Commission, 175 zettabytes (≙ 175,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 bytes) of…

Broadcom Inc., a provider in hyperscale video storage connectivity, recently announced it is expanding its silicon, software, and hardware storage connectivity products with enhanced performance, capabilities, and power. This expanded product portfolio is the result of multi-generational investments that are intended to aid hyperscale data centers to manage and maintain the storage connectivity they need…

Nexperia, an expert in essential semiconductors, announced the latest additions to its rapidly expanding portfolio of Clip-bonded FlatPower (CFP) packaged diodes for industrial and automotive applications. The latest additions include 32 planar Schottky diodes and eight hyperfast recovery rectifiers housed in the CFP15B package. They’re available as standard and Q-types that meet AEC-Q101 automotive qualification…

Vishay Intertechnology has introduced a new fourth-generation 600 V EF Series fast-body diode MOSFET in the low-profile PowerPAK 10 x 12 package. Providing high efficiency and power density for telecom, industrial, and computing applications, the Vishay Siliconix n-channel SiHK045N60EF slashes on-resistance by 29% compared to previous-generation devices. It also delivers a 60% lower gate charge. This…

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor provider serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications, will build an integrated silicon-carbide (SiC) substrate manufacturing facility in Italy to support the increasing demand from ST’s customers for SiC devices across automotive and industrial applications as they transition to electrification and seek higher efficiency. Production is expected to start in…

One key way to address the global trends of an increasing share of volatile renewable energy sources and growing electrification in mobility is to improve the system integration of electricity consumers from all sectors. Implementation requires holistic thinking: from green power generation to a stable and efficient grid infrastructure to storage and consumption. Bidirectional charging contributes significantly…

STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor, is enabling more acoustically comfortable cars, with its new sensor for road-noise cancellation (RNC) through active noise-control (ANC) techniques. Vehicles have traditionally been defined by engine performance, exterior design, and powertrains, but drivers and passengers are increasingly focused on comfort. While electric vehicles (EVs) are intrinsically less noisy than internal combustion…

Diodes Incorporated is addressing the need for advanced signal conditioning in modern automotive designs by introducing two precision operational amplifiers (op-amps) aimed at different signal frequency scenarios. The low signal-to-noise ratio characteristics of the DIODES AS2376Q mean it is optimized for high-frequency use, such as in onboard chargers (OBCs), DC-DC converters, battery-management system (BMS) implementations,…

As multicore devices become prevalent in the embedded microcontroller space, system designers face increasingly complex challenges in software development. To help accelerate time-to-market and simplify overall design, Infineon Technologies has announced the release of ModusToolbox 3.0 – an improved development platform with enhanced support for multi-core project workflow. The release features dual-core device support, a new…

STMicroelectronics has introduced a 64-channel ultrasound transmitter with new features to enhance the image quality and convenience of high-performance portable industrial and medical instruments. Today’s ultraportable scanners are almost the size of a smartphone yet deliver image quality comparable to large and expensive high-end systems from only a few years ago. ST’s STHVUP64 transmitter, which drives the instrument’s…

STMicroelectronics’ L99LDLH32 linear current regulator delivers a convenient, integrated solution for dynamic automotive lighting controlled using the lightweight CAN FD Light protocol. Ideal for use with OLED lamps that provide bright, homogeneous, and high-contrast lighting from a small surface area, the new driver lets designers produce complex light patterns and effects that enhance safety and…

STMicroelectronics has added the TSV782 high-performance dual op-amp to its 5V family, with 30MHz gain bandwidth (GBW) and 50µV (typical) input offset voltage for high-speed, high-accuracy signal conditioning. With the ability to function with a supply as low as 2.0V, the TSV782 can operate from a deeply discharged battery and so extend the runtime of equipment such…