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Nanotechnology Is Inspiring Next-Gen Batteries

On February 20, 2020 in All, Automotive, Industrial, Power by Liam Critchley

Conventional Li-ion batteries have been the staple battery technology in many devices, from phones to handheld monitoring equipment, for many years. Rather than looking into new batteries, companies are looking to further improve the status quo by incorporating nanomaterials into Li-ion electrodes.

48V Electrical Systems Shift into High Gear

On November 18, 2019 in All, Automotive, Power by TDK

The development of so-called “micro hybrid” and “mild hybrid systems” based on 48V power has shifted into high gear. Learn how versatile automotive 48V electrical systems will reduce CO2 emissions and usher in practical, super-efficient electrical subsystems.

Tagged With: 48V power, 48V systems, 48V technology, Micro hybrid, Mild hybrid, TDK

NXP Cup EMEA Finalists Set New Performance Records

On June 27, 2019 in All, Automotive, Dev Tools by Flavio Stiffan

At last we have arrived at the final stages of this year’s NXP Cup EMEA – with the best teams from all over the region heading to Bavaria to battle it out for the title over the course of two grueling days.

Autonomous Car Racing: Making it to the 2019 NXP Cup EMEA Finals

On April 16, 2019 in All, Automotive, STEAM by Flavio Stiffan

As teams moved to the next round of the NXP Cup, they had to find ingenious ways to modify the core design. By incorporating sophisticated sensors and higher performance processors, their autonomous racecars more adeptly navigated their way around the challenging course.

How Utilities Are Preparing for EVSE

On March 28, 2019 in All, Automotive, Power by David Talbott

Analysts estimate that if every car and light truck on US roads today were an EV, the amount of power they would consume would equal the US’s entire power-generation capacity. What are utility companies doing to support EV charging needs?

Anticipating EVSE Power Supply Needs

On March 27, 2019 in All, Automotive by David Talbott

A single Level 2 charging station can effectively double the electric load of a house, and commercial EVSE installations can generate very high peak loads that can incur huge unexpected demand charges on electric bills. What are the key things you need to consider when planning for EV charging?

EV Wireless Charging

On March 22, 2019 in All, Automotive, Power, Wireless by David Talbott

Proponents of wireless charging see it as a simpler, more convenient way to charge EVs because it eliminates the hassle of handling charging cables and offers a new way to charge vehicles at rest or in motion. But, is wireless charging practical, or is it just fantasy?

Autonomous Car Racing: DIT Students Prepare for 2019 NXP Cup

On March 7, 2019 in All, Automotive, STEAM by Flavio Stiffan

Applying their knowledge of electronics hardware and coding to autonomous vehicles, engineering students from the renowned DIT begin their quest for NXP Cup glory. The students put their racecar designs through a series of rigorous trials to see who would progress to the next stage of the competition.

Buckle Up, Put It In Drive and ‘ROHM’ the Open Road

On February 28, 2019 in All, Automotive, Lighting by Paul Golata

Buckle up, put it in drive and, roam the open road. ROHM Semiconductor’ LEDs and LED drivers make this possible. Like the American bison, you have the freedom to roam where you want. Take advantage and drive out with your lights on and your seat belts fastened.

Tagged With: Automotive, Boost, Buck, Consumption, Control, Current, Devices, Drivers, Energy, LEDs, Light, Power

CES 2019: Defining a New Smarter Society For Us All

On January 11, 2019 in Automation, Automotive, IoT, Medical, Wireless by Mouser Staff

The 2019 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) brought together a mind-blowing myriad of different product innovations. With a projected 180,000 people and nearly 4,500 companies attending, there simply isn’t another tech-related event that competes with this in terms of either scale or diversity.

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