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Infineon targets Aurix AI vector units for BMS designs
Infineon Technologies is focusing on integrating the vector processing unit into the upcoming generation of Aurix automotive microcontrollers, specifically targeting AI applications for the battery management system. With the company boasting the largest global market share for automotive microcontrollers, the incorporation of...
EU funding approved for Infineon Dresden smart power fab
The European Commission has given the green light to nearly €1 billion in funding for the Smart Power Fab project by Infineon Technology in Dresden, Germany. This funding falls under the European Chips Act, a significant boost for the semiconductor industry in...
Bosch cuts solid oxide fuel cell business
Robert Bosch has made the decision to discontinue the industrialization of decentralized power supply systems based on solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) technology. Instead, the company will shift its focus towards electrolysers for generating hydrogen. This strategic move has the potential to...
ST heads back into silicon photonics with mass production at Crolles
STMicroelectronics has made significant strides in the development of silicon photonics technology for the next generation of optical modules in data centers, aiming for speeds of 800Gb/s and 1.6Tb/s. The company's PIC100 silicon photonics (SiPHo) process, conducted on 300mm wafers at their...
Inside Microsofts new transistor for the quantum age
Microsoft has introduced a new material into the realm of quantum computing, aiming to develop a scalable quantum processor with millions of fault-tolerant qubits. Referred to as a "transistor for the quantum age," the Majorana 1 utilizes a 'topoconductor' material capable of...
Low cost 32bit microcontroller doubles memory
STMicroelectronics has recently introduced three new affordable 32-bit microcontroller devices (MCUs) that come equipped with more memory and a CAN FD interface. The STM32C051 stands out by doubling the on-chip memory to 64 KB flash and 12 KB SRAM, all while maintaining...
ZF starts production of Steer-by-Wire technology with NIO
ZF has commenced mass production of its steer-by-wire technology for a prominent Chinese electric car manufacturer. The steer-by-wire technology, originating from the UK, is set to be integrated into NIO's flagship electric vehicle, the ET9. ZF Technology Group is providing the steering...
US hydrogen truck pioneer Nikola goes bust
Nikola, a pioneering company in the hydrogen truck industry, has recently filed for bankruptcy protection and is now up for sale. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, the company currently has $47 million in its bank account, which is designated for its HYLA subsidiary...
Nose Computer Interface for Scent Detection Animals
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and neurotechnology company Canaery have collaborated to develop a cutting-edge Nose Computer Interface (NCI) that revolutionizes scent-detection capabilities. This advanced technology enhances the ability of scent-detection animals to identify contraband such as explosives and narcotics, along with...
Cut Fold a single sheet of paper to metamaterial
Princeton engineers have achieved a remarkable feat by combining insights from two ancient art forms to create 3D structures using a single sheet of material. These structures have adjustable flexibility and can guide sound and light to perform complex tasks. The research...
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