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Image of C0G MLCCs Offer Space-Saving Option Over Film Capacitors C0G MLCCs Offer Space-Saving Option Over Film Capacitors

Find out how C0G MLCCs from Kyocera AVX match or exceed the performance of film capacitors and save on space.

Image of The Critical Role of LED Drivers in Lighting Applications The Critical Role of LED Drivers in Lighting Applications Publish Date: 2025-08-06

The AL5887Q LED driver delivers accurate RGB color control, dimming, and efficient lighting in automotive and display applications.

Image of Selecting Power over Coax Inductors for ADAS and Infotainment Selecting Power over Coax Inductors for ADAS and Infotainment Publish Date: 2025-07-10

Learn how specialized Power over Coax (PoC) inductors simplify bias-T circuit design for ADAS, infotainment, and powertrain applications.

Image of Use an Automotive-Grade Flyback Transformer for Compact EV Power Supply Designs Use an Automotive-Grade Flyback Transformer for Compact EV Power Supply Designs Publish Date: 2025-06-12

Flyback transformers are the heart of high-performance electric vehicle (EV) power supplies, and it is essential for designers to understand them well.

Image of Selecting Crystals for SPC5 and STM8 Automotive MCUs Selecting Crystals for SPC5 and STM8 Automotive MCUs Publish Date: 2025-06-11

A selection tool helps match clock crystals to SPC5 and STM8 MCUs in the challenging automotive environment to assure timing precision and stability.

Image of Meet Evolving Demands in Automotive Design by Applying Advanced Components Meet Evolving Demands in Automotive Design by Applying Advanced Components Publish Date: 2025-06-10

A broad portfolio of AEC-Q200 parts meets diverse requirements for high performance, reliability, and safety in advanced automotive electronic subsystems.

Image of C0G MLCCs Provide Design Advantages for Onboard Chargers C0G MLCCs Provide Design Advantages for Onboard Chargers Publish Date: 2025-06-03

Explore why MLCCs with C0G characteristics like TDK’s C3225/CGA6P components are increasingly used for onboard chargers and other high-voltage applications.

Image of Use Asymmetric TVS Diodes to Protect Critical Circuits from Destructive Voltage Transients Use Asymmetric TVS Diodes to Protect Critical Circuits from Destructive Voltage Transients

Use asymmetric transient voltage suppression diodes to protect the gate drivers of fast SiC power switches in automotive applications.

Image of Why Traceability is Key for Automotive Manufacturing Why Traceability is Key for Automotive Manufacturing Publish Date: 2025-04-01

Enhance automotive manufacturing traceability for accurate assembly, supply chain visibility, counterfeit prevention, and efficient recalls.

Using Gear Tooth Sensors in an Off-Road Racecar Using Gear Tooth Sensors in an Off-Road Racecar

Want precise RPM tracking? Use a Hall effect gear tooth sensor and Arduino to measure speed in your next racing project.

Image of A Microswitch’s Clever Design Elegantly Balances Traditional Tradeoffs A Microswitch’s Clever Design Elegantly Balances Traditional Tradeoffs

This innovative redesign of the classic snap-action limit switch is smaller, automotive-compatible, and can be activated from any push angle.

Image of Choosing Thin-Film Resistors for Automotive and Industrial Applications Choosing Thin-Film Resistors for Automotive and Industrial Applications Publish Date: 2025-03-05

Selecting surface-mount resistors for automotive and industrial use requires understanding protective structures for harsh environments.

Image of Considerations for Custom Rugged Connector Solutions Considerations for Custom Rugged Connector Solutions Publish Date: 2025-02-26

Rugged connectors and custom solutions in the ITT Cannon APD series are designed for harsh environments in military, construction, and industrial applications.

Pokit Meter Extended Use Review and Unboxing! Pokit Meter Extended Use Review and Unboxing!

Discover the Pokit Meter: A compact, smartphone-connected wireless multimeter that doubles as an oscilloscope and data logger.

Image of Understanding The Role of Drivers, Switches, and Laser Diodes for Effective LiDAR Performance Understanding The Role of Drivers, Switches, and Laser Diodes for Effective LiDAR Performance Publish Date: 2025-02-06

Electro-optical components are at the core of LiDAR, which uses laser pulses to create a three-dimensional “point cloud” rendition of the surroundings.

Image of How to Choose the Right Capacitors for HVAC Applications How to Choose the Right Capacitors for HVAC Applications

Eaton capacitors and supercapacitors can enhance HVAC applications with efficient and reliable electrical energy storage and discharge.

Image of Multilayer Inductors Have Essential Role in Automotive PoC Applications Multilayer Inductors Have Essential Role in Automotive PoC Applications Publish Date: 2025-01-14

TDK's multilayer inductors and chip beads keep power and signal transmissions clean for automotive PoC applications.

Image of Road-Tested GMSL Cameras Drive into New Markets Road-Tested GMSL Cameras Drive into New Markets Publish Date: 2024-10-24

GMSL is a cost-efficient alternative to GigE Vision cameras, with impressive performance for high-speed video links and multi-streaming over a single cable.

Image of The Future of Driving is Autonomous—See How It Can Be Done Seamlessly and Reliably The Future of Driving is Autonomous—See How It Can Be Done Seamlessly and Reliably Publish Date: 2024-09-27

Enabling autonomous driving with EMI filters, inductors, crystals, and thermistors ensures smooth and reliable operation.

Image of How to Select and Apply Radar for Sensing in Harsh Environments How to Select and Apply Radar for Sensing in Harsh Environments Publish Date: 2024-09-25

Learn how to choose and apply radar technology for sensing in harsh environments using example solutions from Banner Engineering.