As automobile electronics become more sophisticated, so does the vehicle’s electric system. Today’s passenger compartments have a great many more electrical sources in the dashboard, seats, doors, headliner and floorboard than are found in older vehicles. Keep reading…
electronica 2010, the world’s leading trade fair for components, systems and applications will be held November 9 – 12 in Munich, Germany. Conferences, forums and panel discussions will focus on the latest trends and technologies in the electronics industry.
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It’s a love/hate relationship. The superabundance of techie gadgetry at your fingertips makes your heart sing, but the hectic search to find the right charger to fit your cell phone, PDA, or other handheld device makes you want to call it quits. Keep reading…
Can cosmic rays affect terrestrial electronic systems? Yes, indeed. Could they be the cause of sudden, unintended acceleration in automobiles? It’s possible. Because today’s vehicles rely less on mechanical systems and more on sophisticated electronic microcontrollers to govern basic functions – such as braking and speed – some scientists say they are more vulnerable to cosmic ray upsets. Keep reading…
As a global leader in the circuit protection industry, Tyco Electronics has technology that is frequently copied and has occasionally appeared on the gray market. For years we have cautioned our OEM customers that counterfeit circuit protection devices may not conform to our specifications and their use may result in equipment failure, safety hazards and potential financial loss.
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From electrical basics to detailed descriptions of circuit protection strategies, Circuit Protection University offers a suite of practical tutorials and webinars. Keep reading…
Last month a group of researchers from the University of California San Diego and the University of Washington in Seattle presented a paper describing how they successfully infiltrated a vehicle’s control system. In late 2009, they hacked into a test car’s electronic braking system and prevented a test driver from braking the moving vehicle. Keep reading…
Approximately one-third of a passenger vehicle’s total fuel consumption depends on its weight, and according to industry estimates, fuel efficiency increases by 6-8% for every 10% drop in vehicle weight. This fact, combined with stricter regulations on greenhouse gas emissions, has automakers examining every facet of the vehicle – from chassis, wheels and windshields to seating and headliner materials – in search of lighter, more cost-effective components. Keep reading…
The automotive industry is quickly embracing consumer demand for an array of infotainment options in the vehicle – from navigation systems to smart phones, media players, and the list goes on. However, in this climate of recalls and consumer wariness, the auto industry also needs to play it safe. Keep reading…
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Several of the industry’s leading passive component engineering and marketing professionals contribute to around the circuit by providing insights and observations on market trends, current and emerging technologies, and industry news. Our posts will primarily focus on high-level industry topics … Keep reading…