Automotive
Transfer video with a latency of less than 1ms
An SoC dedicated for Ethernet AVB-enabled vehicle camera networks, the R-Car T2, has been introduced by Renesas Electronics. The R-Car T2 enables the delivery of high-resolution camera video through multiple systems while maintaining real-time performance with low latency levels. These capabilities are key to providing the surround view monitoring and obstacle detection applications that contribute to safe driving experiences.
Coaxial transceiver enables automotive infotainment networks
Microchip announces the industry’s first MOST150 coaxial transceiver. Extending the usage of coaxial cabling to powerful automotive infotainment networks based on the latest MOST150 standard, the recently introduced OS82150 integrates a coaxial cable driver and coaxial cable receiver into a small-footprint, 4x4mm QFN package.
Full-bridge gate IC drives automotive power MOSFETs
The A5929 from Allegro is a full-bridge gate driver IC designed to drive N-channel external power MOSFETs in automotive applications including Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) systems. The device incorporates a specially designed charge pump regulator that provides a full gate drive voltage of greater than 10V at battery voltages down to 7V and allows operation with reduced gate drive at battery voltages down to 5.5V.
In-vehicle computer features smart power settings
An in-vehicle computer featuring power on, software-off, shutdown and hard-off delays has been released by Acrosser.
Customised CNC upgrade simplifies railcar axle grinding
A comprehensive upgrade of classic high power centreless grinding machine tools is helping a leading railcar axle manufacturer to greatly simplify precision grinding operations on axle forgings. A key element of the project – which has been managed by APeC Integration Services – is the retrofit of customised CNC control based on NUM’s powerful Flexium platform.
What will urban rail systems look like in the future?
By Professor Roberto Palacin, Senior Research Associate, Railway Systems Research Group, Newcastle University. As the world’s population becomes increasingly urbanised, it is estimated that the number of journeys measured in passenger-kilometres will triple by 2050. Roads simply can’t absorb this increase.
The industry’s first AEC-Q200 polymer electrolytic capacitor
Delivering stability and endurance in extreme humidity and temperature environments, the T598 high humidity/high temperature series has been unveiled by KEMET. According to the manufacturer, this is the first polymer electrolytic capacitor that meets all of the requirements of the Automotive Electronics Council’s AEC-Q200 specification for passive components.
M−LVDS line drivers & receivers feature low RDS(on)
A range of AEC-Q100-compliant ICs optimised for implementation into next-gen automobile designs have been introduced by ON Semiconductor. The NBA3N200/1/6S M−LVDS line driver/receiver family of devices operate from a 3.3V power supply.
Saving fuel in rail vehicles
The DDFlyTrain project has projected a fuel saving of around 10% based on the use of high speed flywheel brake recovery technology retrofitted to DMU rolling stock. This order of saving means that the technology has a potential ROI of inside five years. The project has also produced a proof of concept test rig used to demonstrate the technology to rail industry stakeholders and a concept for integration onto a Bombardier Turbostar DMU.
Hall effect latches offer eight sensitivity options
The AH376xQ family of AECQ100-qualified Hall effect latches introduced by Diodes Incorporated offers eight magnetic sensitivity options to cover the requirements of numerous automotive applications. Such uses include commutation, encoding and position control of the various motors, pumps, fans and valves found in vehicle cabins for operating windows, sun roofs, seats, tailgates and air-conditioning.