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Infineon Technologies has opened a new laboratory for the development of quantum electronics in Oberhaching near Munich. The objective is to develop and test microelectronic circuits for quantum computers, which will be stable and small, will operate reliably and can be produced on an industrial scale. Approximately 20 researchers will work at the lab. In…

Infineon Technologies announced its new TRAVEO T2G Cluster family of automotive microcontrollers (MCU) with a new graphic engine. The engine features a new smart rendering technology and delivers outstanding performance for automotive graphics applications. With a small footprint, the new MCUs simplify OEM integration and reduce BOM costs, making them an ideal solution for advanced…

In response to the consumer demand for improved wireless charging user experience, the Wireless Power Consortium announced the release of a new standard to redefine the inductive wireless power transfer: Qi2. Infineon Technologies is addressing this demand by introducing its first Qi2 Magnetic Power Profile (MPP) charging transmitter solution, the reference design kit REF_WLC_TX15W_M1. The…

The rapid industrial adoption of USB-C is owed to its slim design, user-friendly and universal connectors, and versatility in handling multiple data protocols, such as USB4, Thunderbolt, and HDMI. The USB-C can deliver up to 240 W of power making it the power connector of choice for a wide variety of applications. To meet the…

Power semiconductors based on silicon carbide (SiC) offer several advantages like high efficiency, power density, voltage resistance, and reliability. This creates opportunities for new applications and improved charging station technology innovations. Infineon Technologies announced a collaboration with Infypower, a Chinese provider of new energy vehicle charging. Infineon will provide INFY with the industry-leading 1200 V…

In many sectors, conventional keys are fast becoming obsolete, a development that has now reached the self-storage industry. Keep It Simple Storage (KISS), a U.S.-based provider of state-of-the-art solutions designed to simplify running self-storage facilities has transitioned from manual locks to fully automated and remote-controlled systems for secure locking. With the NFC-powered, battery-free smart lock…

Infineon Technologies is combining its proven automotive expertise with its patented glass-silicon-glass MEMS sensor for the automotive tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) market to launch the XENSIV SP49 tire pressure-monitoring sensor. The sensor integrates MEMS sensors and ASIC and provides smart tire features that enable advanced tire pressure monitoring systems. It features a powerful 32-bit…

Infineon Technologies is expanding its 7th generation TRENCHSTOP IGBT family with the discrete 650 V IGBT7 H7 variant. The devices feature an EC7 co-packed diode with an advanced emitter-controlled design and high-speed technology to address the escalating need for environmentally conscious and highly efficient power solutions. Using the latest micro-pattern trench technology, the TRENCHSTOP IGBT7…

Infineon Technologies introduces the new XENSIV 60 GHz radar sensor BGT60UTR11AIP. With a compact size of only 16 mm², it’s the smallest 60 GHz radar sensor with antennas in package (AIP) on the market and is specifically designed for integration into the smallest devices. This makes the sensor ideal for vital sensing (heart and respiratory…

With the growing amount of electronic waste generated by consumers, industry, and other sectors, it’s critical to address this specific environmental issue. Reducing the carbon footprint and promoting sustainability are, therefore, key to achieving climate goals and improving environmental protection. This is why Infineon Technologies is taking another important step toward a greener future with…

Infineon Technologies has launched the new TEGRION security controller family, the company’s broadest portfolio of 28 nm security controllers. It integrates the new Integrity Guard 32 security architecture and an advanced Arm v8-M instruction set for enhanced device performance. TEGRION security controllers offer ease of implementation, fast design-in and time-to-market, while supporting long product lifecycles.…

As digitalization, urbanization, and the rise of electro-mobility continue to shape the rapidly evolving world, the demand for power consumption is reaching unprecedented levels. Acknowledging energy efficiency as an important concern, Infineon Technologies addresses these megatrends with its silicon carbide (SiC) CoolSiC MOSFET 650 V in TO leadless (TOLL) packaging. The new SiC MOSFETs are…

Since relays and fuses cannot meet the requirements of modern E/E vehicle architectures, partial or complete electrification of the primary and secondary power distribution must be taken into account. To address this issue, Infineon Technologies has launched a new generation of ultra-low ohmic high-side switches in a TO-leadless package, the Power PROFET + 12V switch…

The evolving market for automotive event data recorders (EDR) is driving demand for specialized data-logging memory devices that instantly capture and reliably store critical data for decades. To this end, Infineon Technologies has introduced two new Ferroelectric RAM (F-RAM) memory devices in 1Mbit and 4Mbit densities to its EXCELON F-RAM family. The 1Mbit devices are…

Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) ensures a quiet vehicle interior and provides passengers with a more relaxed driving experience. Furthermore, using advanced ANC solutions instead of passive damping methods significantly reduces vehicle weight, which benefits vehicle efficiency. For ANC systems with an analog interface, Infineon Technologies is now expanding its automotive microphone portfolio with the XENSIV…

Infineon Technologies and eleQtron GmbH, a pioneer in quantum computing (QC) from Siegen, North Rhine Westfalia, Germany, announced a partnership to jointly develop trapped ion quantum processor units (QPUs) for scalable quantum computers. This second Infineon partnership with a key player in the ion-trap field is the first commercial activity in the German QC ecosystem.…

Infineon Technologies has introduced two new XENSIV barometric air pressure (BAP) sensors: the KP464 and KP466 for automotive applications. While the KP464 is primarily designed for engine control management, the KP466 BAP sensor is intended for seat comfort functions. KP464 enables fuel efficiency, reducing power consumption The KP464 BAP sensor measures atmospheric pressure, which depends…

As part of the global effort for decarbonization, improving the energy efficiency of buildings is a critical part of the solution. To help address this requirement, Infineon Technologies provides the XENSIV PAS CO2 sensor for greener buildings. Today, Infineon announces its XENSIV PAS CO2 has passed the performance requirements defined by the internationally recognized green…

Infineon Technologies has announced the launch of its Edge Protect embedded security solution. The new software solution has four categories of security configurations for customer requirements in IoT applications based on increasing security capabilities. Edge Protect is optimized for Infineon’s PSoC and AIROC family of products. The new solution also offers pre-configured product-security categories to…

Infineon presents its new generation of 1200 V CoolSiC MOSFETs in TO263-7 for automotive applications. The automotive-graded silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET generation offers high-power density and efficiency, enables bi-directional charging, and significantly reduces system cost in onboard charging (OBC) and DC-DC applications. The 1200 V CoolSiC family member offers best-in-class switching performance through 25% lower…