| Inspiring the Evolution of Embedded Design |
| July 7, 2020 Analog & Power |
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| | | Buck-Boost Charger ICs Enable High Efficiency |
| Texas Instruments (TI) has introduced what it claims are the industry’s smallest buck-boost battery charger ICs, which integrate power-path management for maximum power density and universal and fast charging at up to 97% efficiency. The BQ25790 and BQ25792 support efficient charging and 10 times lower quiescent current through USB Type-C and USB Power Delivery (PD) ports. |
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| | | Isolated DC-DC Converters Offer Asymmetrical Output |
| CUI has added of four isolated converters to its isolated DC-DC converter line. The PRQ3W-S, PQD10W-D, PQF20W-D and PRF30W-D are 3W to 30W, dual regulated DC-DC converters. These converters additionally offer wide input ranges, robust operating temperatures and EN 62368-1 certification.. |
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| | The Sensor Show: December 8-11 in Munich, Germany |
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| | | Sensing and Balancing IC for Electric Vehicle Batteries |
| Infineon Technologies has expanded its product offering for battery management systems with a new sensing and balancing IC, the TLE9012AQU. The device is especially designed for batteries in hybrid and electric cars. It measures the voltage in up to twelve battery cells with an accuracy of ±5.8mV over the entire temperature and voltage range. |
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| | | An Intro to Antenna Arrays |
| As an expert in RF technology, Robert has deep knowledge about antennas. And, in this era of IoT, his expertise is more relevant than ever. That’s because every wireless device has some kind of antenna, and these antennas can often be the cause of engineering problems. With that in mind, in this article Robert discusses the math, technology and design issues that are basic to antenna arrays. |
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| | | Open Frame AC-DCs Meet Medical Certifications |
| RECOM has added the RACM60-K series to its range of open-frame AC-DC power supplies. The low-profile 2“ x 3” design features 90% efficiency across its load range, enabling full-power operation from -40°C to +55°C without forced cooling, and up to +85°C with derating or forced air. Input range is universal 80-264VAC and outputs available are 5V, 12V, 15V, 24V, 36V and 48V. |
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