Mouser now has HybridPACK™ Drive G2 modules from Infineon Technologies in stock. HybridPACK Drive G2 modules are efficient automotive power modules for traction inverters in electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).
Power components are evolving to meet the increasingly demanding requirements for greater efficiency, smaller size, and superior performance in power electronics systems. Microchip Technology announces its portfolio of IGBT 7 devices, offered in various packages, topologies, and current and voltage ranges, providing system designers with a wide range of power solutions.
Ignion announces a one-of-a-kind, three-port Virtual Antenna® component to support simultaneous cellular, GNSS, and Wi-Fi/BLE radios. The passive surface-mount component, called OMNIA mXTEND, transforms a printed circuit board's (PCB) ground plane into a high-efficiency radiating element capable of operating between 400 MHz and 8,000 MHz
Electronics is also about design, and color can play a vital role in any design. That's why PCBWay is taking a step towards innovation in the sector with the introduction of UV printing, which allows us to print any design and color on our PCB boards.
ROHM has developed new 4th generation 1200V IGBTs with automotive-grade AEC-Q101 rating that combine class-leading* low-loss characteristics with high short-circuit withstand. This makes the devices ideal for automotive electric compressors and high-voltage heaters, as well as industrial inverters.
The RACV22-24SW is a constant voltage AC input LED driver specifically designed for use alongside railway tracks. Its robust design, high power rating, comprehensive protection features, and IP65 environmental rating make it ideal for high-reliability, long-life applications. These include powering sensors, control units, and, in particular, meeting the low-level (nGgB) trackside lighting requirements of DB InfraGO AG.
The evolution of smart cities has rapidly moved from a futuristic vision to a tangible reality. As urban populations grow, cities are increasingly relying on advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create more efficient, sustainable, and resilient environments.
The Crucial Role of Edge AI
At the heart of this technological transformation is Edge AI, which plays a fundamental role in processing the enormous amounts of data generated in urban ecosystems. Unlike the traditional cloud-centralized AI model, Edge AI processes data locally on devices close to the source, reducing latency, minimizing bandwidth usage, and improving privacy.
Real-World Applications in Smart Cities -
Intelligent Traffic Management
Edge AI enables real-time analysis of traffic patterns, signal timings, and road conditions. For example, using Aetina's NVIDIA Jetson Orin series, cities can optimize vehicle flow in congested urban areas, reducing vehicle density and emissions, and improving safety for both drivers and pedestrians. -
Intelligent Parking Systems
With Edge AI, image and data processing occurs directly in the parking lot. This enables:
- Instant recognition of available spaces.
- Vehicle identification through Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR).
- Real-time updates to parking availability applications.
This implementation significantly improves user experience and operational efficiency, reducing reliance on high-bandwidth networks and centralized servers. -
Advanced Public Safety
Edge AI processes video feeds directly on-site, enabling:
- Real-time detection of incidents such as unauthorized entry.
- Identification of suspicious activity.
- Instant alerts to security teams for a faster and more effective response.
Furthermore, by processing data locally, sensitive information is kept within a secure perimeter, reducing the risk of intrusions and data breaches. -
Real-Time Environmental Monitoring
Using devices like the Jetson Orin Nano, cities can deploy environmental monitoring stations that process data from:
- Air quality sensors.
- Weather stations.
- Noise monitors.
Local data processing reduces the need for constant transmission to central servers, conserving bandwidth and enabling faster responses to changes in environmental conditions.
Technology Powering These Aetina Edge AI Applications
Aetina, a Stelau Technology Iberia partner, is using the advanced NVIDIA Jetson Orin series to deliver Edge AI solutions that effectively address urban challenges in real time, in both fanless and with-cooled devices, as well as modules and carriers. These solutions are especially suitable for independent software companies integrating advanced AI at the edge, architecture firms designing scalable and efficient urban infrastructure, development teams focused on real-time data processing, and systems integrators seeking high-performance and reliable computing platforms.
Aetina offers a range of Edge AI platforms specifically designed for smart city applications using these Nvidia series:
- AGX Orin with models AIE-PO23/33-3M | AIE-PN33/43-3M, which deliver 275 TOPS (Tera Operations Per Second) performance, ideal for real-time video analytics and complex neural networks. With these features, they are well-suited for intelligent traffic management applications and advanced public safety systems.
- Orin NX in Aetina models AIE-KO21/31 | AIE-KN31/41 systems offer performance up to 100 TOPS, making them suitable for applications requiring robust AI capabilities with lower power consumption, such as autonomous vehicles, urban navigation drones, etc.
The Orin Nano IE-CO21/31 and AIE-CN31/41 systems offer performance up to 40 TOPS, making them effective for Edge AI applications requiring a minimal form factor, such as distributed sensor networks and environmental monitoring stations.
NVIDIA Jetson Platform Services:
This comprehensive suite of software tools offered by Aetina in partnership with NVIDIA enhances AI development and deployment, including:
- Microservices for deploying AI models across a distributed network of edge devices.
- Centralized management tools to ensure consistent performance.
- Built-in security features to protect sensitive data.
- The ability to scale AI applications from a single device to thousands of interconnected devices across a city.
NVIDIA TAO Toolkit:
This platform simplifies the development, optimization, and deployment of AI models specifically tailored for smart city environments. It enables:
- Rapid customization of pre-trained AI models
- Optimization of models for specific hardware
- Efficient deployment of models to edge devices
Benefits of Edge AI in Smart Cities
Implementing Edge AI solutions offers numerous advantages:
- Real-time decision-making: Crucial for applications such as traffic management and public safety.
- Enhanced privacy: Sensitive data is processed locally, reducing security risks.
- Operational efficiency: Reduces the load on centralized data processing infrastructure.
- Resilience: Applications can function even with limited network connectivity.
- Sustainability: Optimizes the use of urban resources, contributing to greener cities.
In this way, Aetina's Edge AI is transforming how cities manage and process data, enabling more efficient, secure, and sustainable solutions. As cities continue to evolve and adopt smarter technologies, the role of Edge AI will become even more prominent, providing the foundation for a new era of urban innovation.
Gate controllers require precise voltages for maximum system efficiency and reliability. A new range of isolated power modules from RECOM offers a cost-effective, high-performance solution in a tiny 36-pin SMD SSOP package, measuring only 12.83 x 7.5 x 3.55 mm.
The isolated modules have multiple input ranges, covering 8.5V to 27VDC for 12V, 15V, and 24VDC ratings with power ratings up to 2.5W, depending on the selected variant and temperature range.
Vicor has introduced three automotive power modules designed for 48V electric vehicle (EV) systems. The BCM6135, DCM3735, and PRM3735 models utilize integrated circuits designed by Vicor, are AEC-Q100 certified, and have completed the PPAP process with automotive customers.
The BCM6135 is a 2.5kW BCM® bus converter with 98% efficiency that converts 800V from the traction battery to 48V to provide a safety extra-low voltage (SELV) power supply to the vehicle. The BCM6135 internally provides isolation between the high and low voltage, resulting in a significant reduction in the space required for DC/DC conversion. Its power density of 158kW/l allows EV system designers to reduce the size of the primary DC/DC converter and the vehicle's weight. The BCM6135's fast transient response of 8 mA/s enables it to replace a 48V battery weighing over 11 kg, serving as the 48V battery in the xVE, thus saving both cost and weight.
The DCM™ DCM3735 2.0kW DC/DC converter transforms an unregulated 48V input into a regulated 12V output. The DCM3735 has a wide input range, making it compatible with various automotive applications because the output can be adjusted from 8 to 16V. With a power density of 300kW/l, the DCM3735 is an attractive option for architectures that distribute 48V to 12V subsystems in applications with zonal electronic control units (ECUs).
The PRM3735 is a 2.5kW PRM™ regulator for 48V power with 99.2% efficiency. Its small size and 260kW/l power density free up space in the package, reducing the overall size of the DC/DC power supply. It is ideal for 48V regulated loads installed in new vehicle architectures.
Vicor's new modules, which can be installed in over 300 configurations, offer exceptional flexibility and scalability to facilitate innovation across various vehicle subsystems. Furthermore, as the market transitions from 12V to 48V zonal architecture, these products are highly efficient at converting to and from 48V. The three modules can be easily configured in arrays to increase power supply levels and automatically share power to optimize performance within each array.
Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (“Toshiba”) enhances its silicon carbide (SiC) diode portfolio with ten new 1200V Schottky barrier diodes (SBDs). The TRSxxx120Hx series, comprising five products in TO-247-2L packages and five in TO-247 packages, helps designers improve the efficiency of industrial equipment, including photovoltaic (PV) inverters, electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, and switched-mode power supplies.
In some production or processing plants, the use of HDC connectors can be challenging. HARTING, a leading supplier of industrial connectors for machinery and industrial installations, has developed the Han-INOX® series, offering both chemical resistance and mechanical durability.
We have expanded our extensive range of HARTING brand HDC industrial connectors with the addition of the Han-INOX® series. This group includes housings in sizes 6B, 10B, 16B, and 24B. These products are compatible with other suppliers' products, such as Han® inserts and Han-Modular® frames. Below is a list and general specifications of the items in this new series.
The first question we might ask ourselves is what a 5G RedCap module is and how it differs from a conventional 5G module. The answer is simple: A 5G RedCap (Reduced Capability) module is a lightweight version of the 5G standard, designed for devices that do not require the high data speeds and low latency of full 5G technology.
Main features of RedCap 5G modules:
Feasycom, represented by Mecter SL in Spain and Portugal, offers various solutions for developing Bluetooth-enabled devices, from Bluetooth Classic modules for serial transmission to Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) platforms based on Nordic Semiconductor SoCs.
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Same Sky® and its Audio division have announced the release of test boxes for speaker prototyping. These boxes, which initially accommodate miniature rectangular speaker frames of 15 x 11 mm, 16 x 9 mm, and 18 x 13 mm, create an acoustic cavity of approximately 1 cc...
Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. has announced a new 1100W power factor correction (PFC) module for board mounting: the industry's first solution of its kind in a "half-brick" form factor.
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Ezurio's Vela IF310 modules combine Bluetooth Classic and Bluetooth LE 6.0 connectivity with advanced audio features, enabling reliable wireless communication for automotive, medical, and industrial applications.
With the HSI-H-MTD® cable set, Rosenberger presents a hybrid connectivity solution that combines the proven HSI (High-Speed Implement Bus) connector system on the tractor side with the compact H-MTD® high-speed data connector on the trailer side.
The Texas Instruments CC330xMOD SimpleLink™ modules allow developers to quickly and easily incorporate advanced wireless connectivity into embedded systems, significantly reducing design complexity and time to market.
The Telit Cinterion SL871K2 GNSS module is designed to provide accurate and reliable positioning for advanced IoT and navigation applications. This single-frequency, multi-constellation receiver can simultaneously track up to four GNSS constellations, including GPS,...
SparkLAN, represented in Spain and Portugal by Mecter SL, offers three industrial-grade wireless modules in its catalog, covering a technological transition from Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6E to the advanced Wi-Fi 7. This range allows developers to choose the most suitable solution for...
Siemens, in close collaboration with NVIDIA, announced that its Veloce™ proFPGA CS hardware-assisted verification and validation system is enabling system designers and architects to create more optimized designs by running and capturing billions of verification cycles before...
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