Helping to improve the reliability and safety of semiconductor devices in the IoT and automotive fields. Hitachi High-Tech Corporation has announced the launch of the Hitachi Dark Field Wafer Defect Inspection System DI2800, a critical component in any semiconductor manufacturer's metrology capabilities.
TWK takes the next step in the direction of 'safety in sensor technology' and introduces the new sensor model TxSN with magnetic sensor system in the series of functionally safe sensors with the established interface standard CANopen Safety (EN 50325-5).
Dürr Assembly Products has successfully launched and commissioned its innovative x-road curve multi-function test stand for autonomous and partially autonomous vehicles in Korea.
ZF offers solutions for shaping the future of the commercial vehicle sector that ensure greater efficiency, safety, connectivity, and intelligence. Thanks to its aftermarket organization and a global service network, the leading commercial vehicle supplier can provide a comprehensive range of solutions ranging from maintenance and repair to sustainable remanufacturing and the digitization of fleet operations.
Melexis has introduced the MLX81346, a single chip LIN pre-driver for high power up to 2000 W. The MLX81346 enables motor control miniaturization and efficient silent drive with field-oriented control (FOC). It addresses automotive mechatronic applications - including oil pumps, engine cooling fans, and BLDC positioning actuators.
The discrete IGBT EDT2 devices in TO-247PLUS package enable performance boosts and system cost savings in main inverter applications and DC link discharge switches of electric vehicles. Additionally, they offer greater design freedom for achieving system integration targets.
Eberspaecher decided to manufacture electrical heaters in Bulgaria: A new production plant will be built in Ruse, near the Romanian border, by late summer 2023. In taking this step, the automotive supplier is responding to the strong increase in demand in the European market.
NSK Ltd and thyssenkrupp AG have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore a potential joint venture between NSK Steering and thyssenkrupp Automotive. Both companies will now enter an assessment phase before taking a decision on any future collaboration before the end of 2022.
Vitesco Technologies further strengthens its position in the field of silicon carbide semiconductors. The cooperation with Infineon opens up the possibility of additional capacity for the strong growth in electromobility. SiC semiconductors greatly contribute to the efficiency of power electronics with up to 800-volt and thus increase the range of electric vehicles.
Nippon Shokubai and Arkema are joining forces to launch feasibility studies and establish a joint venture for the construction of an industrial plant for the production of LiFSI (Lithium bis(fluorosulfonyl)imide) ultrapure electrolyte salts, a key component of battery cells for electric mobility.