By incorporating smart technologies, cities can improve traffic management, reduce energy consumption, and enhance public safety. Modern office buildings employ smart technology to create energy-efficient and healthier environments. Similarly, cities can benefit from these advanced systems and ensure that infrastructure is well-maintained to achieve more prosperous communities. Smart building and energy management systems combine technology, design, and a commitment to sustainability to adapt to our evolving lifestyles and work habits. Leveraging the right technology, such as air quality monitoring systems, improves our health and well-being by detecting pollutants and protecting us from harmful environments.
Mouser's content platform on smart cities and infrastructure offers a wide variety of articles, blogs, ebooks, and products from Mouser's technical team and trusted manufacturing partners. In a recently published ebook with Qorvo, Next-Generation Connectivity for Smart Living, experts delve into technologies and standards, such as Wi-Fi 7 and Threads, that are shaping the smart home and enabling all devices to work together seamlessly. The success of smart cities hinges on enhanced connectivity and the strategic use of sensors to continuously monitor infrastructure, such as bridges, to ensure public safety and prepare for future challenges.
The Qorvo QPF4209 2.4GHz Wi-Fi 7 non-linear front end module features a compact form factor and efficient design. It includes a 2.4GHz power amplifier, an SP2T switch, a coupler structure, and a low-noise amplifier that can be bypassed, improving RF chain performance. The module is ideal for access points, wireless routers, and more.
Sensirion's SHT4xA temperature and relative humidity sensors are high-precision, 16-bit digital sensors designed for the automotive industry that measure relative humidity and temperature with varying levels of accuracy. They meet the demanding automotive requirements for reliability, including accelerated life testing at +85°C/85% RH. The sensing element is designed for reliable operation under harsh conditions, such as environments with condensation.
Infineon Technologies' XENSIV™ sensors and REAL3™ time-of-flight sensors enable smart devices and robots to intuitively see, hear, feel, and "understand" their environment. These sensing capabilities allow humans to interact with smart devices more naturally and seamlessly. These intuitive sensing innovations make the sensors suitable for applications ranging from smart buildings to wearables.
The Microchip Technology PD77728 8-Port PoE PSE Controller/Manager is part of the seventh-generation Power over Ethernet (PoE) family of IEEE® 802.3bt compliant power delivery equipment (PSE). The device is a fully integrated 8-port PoE controller and PoE manager with built-in field-effect transistor switches and current-sensing resistors. The PD77728 provides real-time protection against overload, underload, overvoltage, overtemperature, and short-circuit events, and also enables standalone operation.
