Automotive

As part of the CattronControl series of remote control systems, the LRC-LO is a versatile radio controller specifically designed for controlling low speed shunting vehicles used at loading stations. It employs advanced, dual-processor electronics that are protected in a lightweight, impact-resistant, ergonomic Lexan EXL housing.

As governments around the world call for a reduction in CO2 emissions from vehicles, auto manufacturers are increasingly focused on finding ways to produce more environmentally-friendly vehicles. As such, car manufacturers are now pushing for CAN Partial Networking – a major innovation in power efficiency - to become an industry standard via ISO and AUTOSAR. Chip specialist NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NASDAQ: NXPI) today announced the first NWP IS...

STMicroelectronics has expanded its portfolio with a new device that combines three-axis sensing of both linear and angular motion. ST’s high-performance multi-sensor module with six degrees of freedom targets advanced motion-sensing applications, including enhanced GPS systems, remote controls and black-box recorders.

Switches used in control elements, such as starters or stop lamp on/off switching, of motorbikes, buggies, other sports mobiles, and agricultural equipment require high water resistance so they can be used in the rain or immersed in water. Demand for switches compatible with weak through to medium currents is also on the rise due to increasing use of light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for items like stop lamps on motorbikes.

Giving the medium-sized and compact car category access to the safety and convenience applications of the premium segment and enabling their compliance with the strictest fuel consumption and pollutant emission requirements, Infineon Technologies AG today announced the cost-optimized extension of its successful XC2000 automotive microcontroller portfolio. Enabling 32-bit equivalent performance at 8-bit costs the new 16-bit devices address low-end...

Melexis today launches the MLX80151 Half Bridge Motor Controller IC including extensive application specific firmware libraries. The MLX80151 is a new member in Melexis’ portfolio of DC and BLDC automotive motor controller solutions, which enables DC motor suppliers to introduce on-demand control, required by emissions legislation, with minimum development effort.

Melexis today releases its super smart solution for energy-efficient cooling fan designs. The MLX90287 provides a fully integrated, robust and high performance Hall effect based fan driver IC, with the ability to control cooling fan speed using PWM or Analog signals. This device will benefit information technology equipment such as Desktop Computers, Gaming Consoles and also cooling fans in automotive applications like LED Headlights.

Molex Incorporated recently unveiled high performance MX150™ single- and dual-row headers for use in high-temperature automotive and commercial vehicle applications. Complementing widely used and industry-recognized MX150 receptacle connectors (series 33471 and 33472), the MX150 sealing interface has been optimized to meet IP6K7 and IP6K9K sealing requirements.

Molex Incorporated has expanded its support to commercial vehicle OEMs and suppliers with a broad portfolio of connectors, cables, and assembly options for industrial vehicles and equipment, recreational vehicles, construction equipment, marine equipment, and industrial control modules, radios, pumps and sensors.

Jetter is launching its JXM-IO-E09 local output module, specially developed for use in vehicles and mobile working machinery.