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Tektronix has announced a new line of power devices. The new TICP IsoVu™ series isolated current probes are the world's first to utilize RF isolation, measuring rapidly changing currents in low- and high-voltage systems. The EA-PSB 20000 Triple series is a 3-channel, bidirectional power supply and electronic load with energy recovery.
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eInfochips, an Arrow Electronics company, has announced the expansion of its collaboration with NXP® Semiconductors to help accelerate the development of industrial high-voltage battery energy storage systems.
eInfochips and NXP have jointly developed a production-ready, flexible, modular energy storage reference platform capable of handling up to 1500 V and 500 A.
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The lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery industry is undergoing significant changes in material usage, driven by the growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and stationary battery storage applications. Despite some short-term concerns regarding EV adoption, the long-term outlook for lithium-ion battery demand remains positive due to improving battery technology and pricing, increasing renewable energy penetration, and broadly supportive policies. IDTechEx forecasts that the global lithium-ion battery market will exceed $400 billion by 2035.
This article explores key material trends shaping the lithium-ion battery market, particularly the rise of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and changes in graphite material. For a more in-depth analysis and discussion of lithium-ion battery material trends, technologies, players, and markets, please refer to the IDTechEx report, "Lithium-Ion Battery Market 2025-2035: Technologies, Players, Applications, Outlook, and Forecasts.".
Shift towards LFP batteries
As the electric vehicle sector moves beyond early adopters and into the mass market, affordability must become a key focus. In this context, lithium iron phosphate (LFP) has emerged as a compelling option for EV batteries due to its lower cost compared to alternatives such as nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) and nickel-cobalt-aluminum (NCA) chemistries. LFP is a highly attractive option for automakers seeking to produce more affordable electric models, with several manufacturers outside of China, including Hyundai, Volkswagen, Renault, Stellantis, and Ford, planning to expand their LFP adoption.
The share of LFPs in the global battery market has continued to increase, driven largely by China's readoption of LFP cathodes for electric vehicles. The influence of LFPs is extending beyond China, with early adoption in Europe and the US, as well as growing preference in the stationary energy storage sector, where price and levelized cost are crucial.
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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.
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Melexis announces Arcminaxis™, a magnetic technology that addresses the growing demand for affordable, high-precision position sensing in robotic joints. The MLX90384, the first product to incorporate Arcminaxis™, comes with a magnet and software package for calibrating and operating the system. The MLX90384 bridges the gap between high-performance, but expensive, optical solutions and more affordable, but less effective, dipole magnetic solutions.
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Advantech introduces its TPC-100W series of Arm-based HMIs, incorporating NXP's quad-core i.MX 8M Mini processor, which has achieved Arm® SystemReady IR certification. This milestone ensures that Arm-based Panel PCs are interoperable and compliant with industry standards.
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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.
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The EU, the US, Japan, and many other regions consider rare earth elements critical materials due to increasing supply risks and their growing economic importance in the green transition. Although critical rare earth elements have diverse technological applications—including lighting, catalysis, and batteries—permanent magnets have become central to the challenges of rare earth supply and demand.
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DigiKey is pleased to announce the expansion of its supplier partner portfolio and the introduction of new products (NPI) during the third quarter of 2024. This includes the addition of 139 new suppliers and more than 611,000 products to its core business, Marketplace, and Fulfilled by DigiKey programs.
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Cavli Wireless is positioning itself at the forefront of the IoT revolution, offering a complete ecosystem of cellular connectivity solutions that are transforming the industry.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Arrow Electronics, Inc. and its engineering services company eInfochips have announced the expansion of its Automotive Center of Excellence (CoE) with new development centers in Munich and Istanbul that will better assist customers in developing next-generation automotive products.
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