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Digital printing for electronic enclosures & front panels

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:17:00 +1000

When designing an electronic enclosure or a panel to match your enclosure, the ability to create a visually appealing and highly customised look is important. Digital printing on metal and plastic surfaces offers designers a flexible tool to achieve a desired look.

Learn about digital printing for electronic enclosures; the advantages, suitable artwork types, constraints and when to choose digital printing over other popular techniques.

Off-the-shelf and plug-and-play gate drivers: what you need to know

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 15:01:00 +1000

In power electronics systems, the term “gate driver” is generally used to describe the circuit connecting the low-voltage controller (containing software and system logic) to the high-voltage power modules (containing IGBTs, MOSFETs, etc.).

Download this application note which can assist in your selection and implementation of an off-the-shelf driver core or plug-and-play gate driver.

The future of standardised defence platforms using MOSA, SOSA and VPX open architectures

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:18:00 +1100

Recent trends in the defence industry show there is a convergence towards standardising electronic systems using open standards to increase interoperability, scalability and reliability; reduce system costs; and minimise the number of custom electronics designs that increase overhead and maintenance.

Learn about the MOSA, SOSA and VPX approach to power management and how it is raising the bar for defence electronics.

The SiC revolution — reliable, efficient and cost-effective

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:08:00 +1000

Explore the switching behaviours of silicon carbide (SiC) Schottky barrier diodes (SBD) and how they differ from MOSFET pn body diodes. Learn how SiC-based devices can reach higher voltages, and lower conduction and switching losses.

Discover how to deliver the high efficiency and reliability needed to produce the revolutionary energy smart devices of the future.

Valuable insights for advanced PDN design

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:05:00 +1000

When evaluating the option to use a power module or a discrete power solution, there are a number of important design variables to consider as well as other ancillary functions that impact the overall power delivery network (PDN) design process.

Examine a power module vs discrete comparison matrix for a high-level comparison of the differences between power modules and discrete power solutions. Learn about what you need to consider for a smart choice.

High-density, modular PDNs optimise mobile robot performance

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 09:20:00 +1000

Designing an efficient power delivery network (PDN) for mobile robotics can increase range, payload and duration. However, PDN design and architecture considerations can be complex due to variation in the battery power source voltage and the variety of loads it must support.

Learn how to use a modular approach to PDN design to enhance the performance and flexibility of mobile robots.

Deliver next-level capability, speed and performance

Thu, 19 May 2022 10:15:00 +1000

New opportunities using additively manufactured electronics (AME) mean that use of the 3D space can deliver the ability to more efficiently integrate electrical, optical, thermal, magnetic and mechanical properties within a single package.

Learn how AME enables 3D heterogeneous integration to continue to keep Moore’s Law valid while delivering new possibilities and innovation in electronics design and production.

Power electronic systems: the effects of humidity and condensation

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:36:00 +1000

Gain a thorough understanding of the different impacts that humidity and condensation can have on your power electronic system.

Explore key design tips that you need to mitigate these effects and ensure more reliable operation of your system.

Active filters control EMI — save PCB space and enhance airflow

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:49:00 +1100

The trend towards smaller devices with more functionality in smaller spaces continues unabated in the electronics industry. As spaces shrink, the potential for interference between devices increases as systems fit more functions in densely packed boards.

Learn about how active EMI filters, in contrast to passive solutions, can be packaged in a 1 x 1 x 0 in package and provide a low-profile surface-mount device. Discover how you can save valuable board real estate and optimise heat management.

Safety design tips for your DC-DC system

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:16:00 +1100

Fuses and transient suppression circuits must be designed into your system to ensure protection from catastrophic failures without making the system unreliable or inefficient.

Download this tutorial to learn about safety concerns in DC-DC systems and how you can address them.

How to design modular DC-DC systems — filter design

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 13:07:00 +1000

A modular design strategy for DC-DC systems is powerful, but it requires support circuitry in the power delivery network (PDN) to form a complete power system.

This white paper addresses a critical PDN issue: filtering electrical noise on the input and output sides of a switching DC-DC module.

Private 5G networks a game changer for enterprise

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 19:52:00 +1000

5G specifications include features that are tailored for support of cellular networks used by just one business, one application, one site — which can support your vertical business requirements and bring new capabilities to a wide range of business processes.

Learn about a new world of possibilities for business that utilises a private 5G network. Discover how to improve your operations, drive digitalisation and generate growth for years to come.

Edge data collection, process monitoring, AI integrated solutions and services

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 12:22:00 +1000

Companies operating in the extremely competitive global semiconductor industry need to keep pace with advanced processes and adopt smart manufacturing strategies that boost productivity and expand plant capacity. The recent scramble for automotive chips demonstrates the importance of strengthening production capacity using smart technologies.

Examine key strategies that can address complicated production line problems, boost production efficiency and improve your industry competitiveness.

Why touch technology won’t eliminate physical controls

Tue, 25 May 2021 12:43:00 +1000

The industrial human machine interface (HMI) design is entering a new stage. Each upgrade enables users to better operate machines and control applications using ever more simple and accurate methods, thereby improving productivity.

What types of industrial human machine interface (HMI) designs and functionalities do consumers require and are likely to become mainstream? And what are the reasons they will become mainstream? Download this white paper for your projection of future market trends.

Your guide to high performance power module packaging

Tue, 25 May 2021 12:27:00 +1000

Power module package is where all of the elements of innovation come together, and where materials science and a great deal of ingenuity enable the critical performance metrics of density and efficiency.

Examine the key attributes of power module packaging. Learn how to deliver your high-performance power delivery network

Practical EMI control in a power component design space

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:22:00 +1100

The control of electromagnetic interference (EMI) within switched-mode power systems is a perennial topic. Examine a method for resolving a functional design whilst testing and providing for control of CE noise early on in the design and development of a power system.

Learn how to mitigate noise to a great extent by design, using equipment commonly available in most electronic development lab settings.

Advanced 3-level topologies for solar applications

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 14:16:00 +1100

Renewable energy has become increasingly important and the share of solar energy in particular has risen sharply. 3-Level topologies are state-of-the-art and are widely used in solar applications.

Learn about 3-Level topologies, future trends in the solar sector and requirements, including:

increasing requirements regarding reduced harmonic content and Low Voltage Ride Through (LVRT)
potentially higher usage of wide bandgap semiconductors
energy storage capability and the associated extended power factor range.

Keep your LEDs running brighter and longer — made easy

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:50:00 +1100

LED video wall technology displays present a power design challenge — how to develop an efficient solution that reduces energy losses, minimises heat generation and is easily scalable?

Learn about key power trends in the high-power LED market. Discover how to:

Reduce your heat and cabling
Extend your panel life
Enhance LED performance and overall power efficiency

3 reasons to choose industrial vs commercial monitors

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:17:00 +1100

In IoT and Industry 4.0 applications, more and more customers need to visualise data and processing from embedded machines. When reviewing various monitor prices at face value, it may seem like commercial monitors are the cheaper option, but this is a far too common mistake.
Explore three reasons why the best option is to implement an industrial-grade LED LCD monitor instead of your commercial monitor options.

Eliminate intermediate energy storage in EV power architectures

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 20:42:00 +1100

Text EV power architectures can use BCMs to create a high-efficiency and lightweight power system without the need for an intermediate battery. The BCM’s low impedance and fast transient response can transform the high-voltage battery, make it appear as a discharging 48 V battery, and simultaneously preserving the benefits of the battery while providing a SELV distribution to power modern 48 V loads.

Learn about the BCM converter’s function, operation and capabilities as compared to a conventional DC-DC converter. Examine solutions to the challenges for EV power architecture.