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November 23, 2010

Videos from electronica

Posted by Around the Circuit Blog Team

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November 16, 2010

Thermal Runaway: Hot Topic in Power Electronic System Designs

Posted by Guillemette Paour

Growing demand for electronics that can operate in harsh environments such as under-hood automotive systems and rugged industrial applications is fueling a trend toward new materials and more efficient power components. Continue reading →

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November 10, 2010

New Circuit Protection Technologies Announced at electronica 2010

Posted by Guillemette Paour

Tyco Electronics released two innovative circuit protection solutions for high discharge Li-Ion batteries and power electronics in rugged environment market segments: MHP (Metal Hybrid PPTC) and RTP (Reflowable Thermal Protection) devices. Continue reading →

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November 9, 2010

The electronica Power Load

Posted by Guillemette Paour

As I look around the exhibit floor at electronica I can’t help but ponder how much current is coursing through the long, carpet covered cables that power the multimedia intensive exhibits and all those lights – many of them being LED spots. Just right here in these long and huge halls, we have so many electrical and electronics circuits helping make our lives comfortable and exciting. Continue reading →

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November 8, 2010

Comfort shoes required. electronica 2010!

Posted by Guillemette Paour

Having proper foot attire is one of the most overlooked items when preparing for electronica. With its long exhibition halls and numerous alleys to walk, electronica doubles as a track field for thousands of electronics enthusiasts. Continue reading →

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October 26, 2010

Tyco Electronics Circuit Protection at Convergence 2010

Posted by Around the Circuit Blog Team

SAE’s Convergence Show continues to be one of the largest automotive and transportation conferences focused on the electronics community. At this year’s show Tyco Electronics Circuit Protection Devices released new automotive circuit protection solutions qualified under TE PS400 specifications, which is derived from the AEC-Q200 standard. Continue reading →

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August 20, 2010

New Circuit Protection Solutions to Launch at electronica

Posted by Guillemette Paour

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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June 14, 2010

Vehicle Manufacturers Try to Lighten Up

Posted by Guillemette Paour

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. Continue reading →

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