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Volvo, ABB Partner on Fast-Charging Electric Buses

Volvo Bus Corp. and Swiss technology group ABB are collaborating to develop and commercialize hybrid- and full-electric buses that employ “open standards-based” dc fast-charging...

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Aerospace

Stable Photodiode

Opto Diode’s SXUV Ø2.5 mm photodiode features a circular active area and provides stability after extreme ultraviolet (EUV) conditions. It is housed in a TO-39, 3-pin, windowless package that delivers responsivity down to 1 nm. The active area is typically Ø2.5 mm, and the minimum shunt resistance is 20 MOhms @ ±10 mV...

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Aerospace

Camera to SWIR Imaging

A clip-on system from UTC Aerospace Systems converts a camera to a day/night short wave IR (SWIR) imaging system. The Sensors Unlimited Warrior C2S lightweight, field-ready module and covert laser illuminator locks into the front of a Canon EOS 5D camera (Mark II and Mark III models) to provide operators with SWIR imaging...

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Defense

Germanium Meniscus Lenses

Edmund Optics’ TECHSPEC meniscus lenses feature a durable design that is ideal for use in a variety of demanding IR applications, including IR imaging or surveillance, remote sensing, and IR spectroscopy. The lenses...

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Defense

Extended Temperature Crystals

Fox Electronics offers two popular crystal lines as standard stock in the extended temperature range of -40 to +85°C, with a total of five packages and 14 different frequencies. Lead times for prototyping,...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

New Materials for Power Electronics Key in Lowering Cost of Plug-Ins

As alternatives to silicon (Si), use of wide-bandgap materials (WBGs) such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) for power electronics in electric vehicles...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

JLR Sheds Light on R&D Projects in Advanced HMI, Automated Driving

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has tugged hard on its veil of technology secrecy to reveal a raft of R&D projects that are part of the automaker's recently announced $3.5B...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

Simple Connection for Shielded Cables

The SAB 32 shield connection clip from Conta-Clip provides a quick, simple connection when cables require shielding from interference. With low-interference systems, the point where the cable shielding...

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Test & Measurement

Industrial Amplifier

HBM Inc.’s new industrial measurement amplifier enables users to make precise, dynamic measurements of raw and filtered torque, frequency, pulse, speed, and angle of rotation. According to the company, it is the only...

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Electronics & Computers

Next-Generation LED Drivers for Front, Rear Lights

Texas Instruments offers the automotive industry’s first two-channel switching LED driver for front lights and the only linear LED driver with single short LED detection for rear lights,...

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Electronics & Computers

Brushed Motor Pre-Driver IC

The TB9052FNG motor pre-driver integrated circuit (IC) from Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc. (TAEC) was developed for safety-critical automotive applications such as electric power steering and other...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

Tesla and Panasonic Expand Cooperation on Battery Cells

Panasonic will handle the cell-making activity at Tesla's coming battery manufacturing facility dubbed the Gigafactory, the two companies announced July 31. Panasonic already supplies...

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Electronics & Computers

Next-Generation Infotainment System Envisioned by Mitsubishi Electric

Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America has developed a demonstration vehicle that uses Ethernet as the audio-video bridging architecture to enable any media on any...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

Cybersecurity Gets Input from Students, Others

Finding ways to prevent cyber attacks on vehicles has the attention of the global automotive industry as well as a few high school and college students.

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RF & Microwave Electronics

New Effort Launched for Better Vehicle-To-Grid Integration

The Electric Power Research Institute has announced a collaboration with 8 automakers and 15 utilities to develop and demonstrate an open grid integration platform for plug-in...

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Electronics & Computers

Multi-Screen Infotainment System for Multiple Content Streams

FLEXConnect audio-video bridging system from Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America, Inc. is a next generation in-vehicle infotainment system that provides flexibility for multiple...

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Electronics & Computers

Hydrogen Fueling Protocol Spelled out in New SAE International J2601 Standard

SAE International recently published J2601 “Fueling Protocols for Light Duty Gaseous Hydrogen Surface Vehicles,” the light-duty hydrogen-fueling protocol that...

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Aerospace

Agile Aperture Antenna Tested on Aircraft to Maintain Satellite Connection

Two of Georgia Tech's software-defined, electronically reconfigurable Agile Aperture Antennas (A3) were demonstrated in an aircraft during flight tests. The low-power...

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Electronics & Computers

Gold-Plated Low-Ohmic Resistors

With its small size of 5.08 x 2.54 x 0.4 mm (0.20 x 0.10 x 0.02 in), high load capacity, and precision, Isabellenhütte’s gold-plated VMP-A resistor is suitable for automobile engine and transmission modules...

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Electronics & Computers

Nvidia Chipset to Enable Greater Autonomy

Android Auto, a new voice-enabled in-car operating system that enables car dashboards to run navigation, communication, and music applications that reside on Android smart phones, was one of the...

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Electronics & Computers

Growth in Telematics Capabilities Bring More Benefits to More Users

Telematics services are rapidly moving from a luxury option to a commonly used tool. Expanded capabilities and improved coverage continue to make it easier for fleet owners...

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Electronics & Computers

Rockwell Collins and Elbit Show off F-35 Gen III Helmet at Farnborough

The F-35 Gen III Helmet Mounted Display System (HMDS)—developed by Rockwell Collins ESA Vision Systems, LLC, a joint venture between Rockwell Collins and Elbit Systems...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

First Drive: Continental’s 2017 Augmented Reality-Head up Display Prototype

For many drivers, trying to follow digital route guidance in an unfamiliar place amid intense rush-hour traffic can cause sensory overload, high anxiety—and...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

Ams Sensor Line Provides More Accurate Motor Control

The number of electric motors in vehicles is growing steadily as users want more sunroofs, seat adjusters, and other features; while mileage regulations prompt a shift from hydraulic to...

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Electronics & Computers

Punch Powertrain Pushes Its Flywheel-CVT Hybrid Technology

Automakers charge more for hybrid-electric vehicles than standard cars because hybrids need costly batteries as well as motor/generators and power electronics to cut fuel...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

TI Microcontroller Focuses on Functional Safety

Many high-profile vehicle recalls this year have highlighted the need to ensure that electronic systems work reliably. A new microcontroller line from Texas Instruments adds features that make...

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RF & Microwave Electronics

Automotive Voltage Detectors

Developed to meet automotive industry requirements, Seiko Instruments Inc.’s new S-19110 series automotive voltage detectors are used in applications such as electronic control units for engines, transmissions,...

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Electronics & Computers

Digital and Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster

QNX Software Systems Limited and Rightware have partnered to offer a fully digital and reconfigurable instrument cluster for the QNX technology concept car. The new concept demonstrates how...

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Electronics & Computers

Mixed Signal Chip Helps Trim Cost of Adding Display Screens

The number of LCDs in vehicles is growing, prompting engineers to look at ways to cut costs associated with video displays. Intersil is focusing on this trend, unveiling a...