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February 18, 2025


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u-blox Expands NORA-B2 Bluetooth® LE Modules Series Using the nRF54L Chipsets to Address All Mass Market Segments

All NORA-B2 modules are designed for PSA Certified Level 3 security. They incorporate features such as secure boot and updates, tamper detection, and secure firmware over-the-air (FOTA) updates. These security measures ensure that IoT devices remain protected against any potential threats, safeguarding both data and functionality. NORA-B2 modules are also qualified against Bluetooth Core 6.0 that includes Channel Sounding, enabling endless cost-effective possibilities in tracking and locating use cases.

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TDK Offers Pb-Free NTC Thermistors for a Wide Range of Automotive and Industrial Applications

Both series are Pb-free and can measure temperatures between -40 °C and +155 °C with a tolerance of ±1% and ±3% respectively. At room temperature, their maximum power dissipation is 60 mW. Both series are available with different rated resistances between 1 kΩ and 100 kΩ and different R/T characteristics. After 10,000 h at +70 °C, the deviation of the resistance at room temperature R25 is less than 3%.

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Vincotech Rolls Out Base-Plated Flow E3BP Housing for Next-Gen Systems

The module’s CTI600 housing material holds up well to higher system voltages. Its isolation walls increase creepage and clearance distances. Pre-applied thermal interface material is optionally available, as are Press-fit pins. Rolling efficiency, reliability, and innovation into one exceptionally useful housing, the new flow E3BP meets demand for faster time to market, higher power ratings, and greater power density. An excellent fit for many different applications, it marks another stride towards a more sustainable future.

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No Wires, No Worries: Bluetooth® LE Keeps IoT Rolling

IoT is shaking things up in the automotive and industrial worlds, making everything smarter, faster, and way more connected And at the center of it all? Bluetooth Low Energy (LE). This isn’t just the Bluetooth you use for wireless earbuds—it's for automation, efficiency, and real-time data without draining power or breaking the bank.


Automotive IoT

Bluetooth LE is making vehicles not just connected but truly intelligent.


Keyless Entry & Smart Start: Forget old-school key fobs. Many cars now use Bluetooth LE for secure smartphone-based access—and with direction finding (AoA/AoD), it knows exactly where you are, reducing relay attack risks.

Predictive Maintenance: Sensors powered by Bluetooth LE track vehicle health in real time. Unlike traditional diagnostics that rely on wired CAN bus connections, BLE enables wireless, over-the-air updates and checks, making servicing smoother.


Better In-Car Experience: Bluetooth LE Audio, with its LC3 codec, means higher-quality, low-power audio—so your car’s infotainment system sounds better without draining power.


Industrial IoT: Factories That Think for Themselves

On the factory floor, Bluetooth LE is helping industries automate like never before.


AGVs and Robots That Don’t Crash: BLE’s Angle-of-Arrival (AoA) positioning helps automated guided vehicles (AGVs) navigate factories with centimeter-level accuracy—no extra GPS needed.


Maintenance Before a Breakdown: Imagine machines that warn you before they fail. BLE-powered vibration sensors use high-speed Coded PHY modes to transmit detailed data without killing battery life.


Track Everything, All the Time: Bluetooth LE beacons help companies keep tabs on tools, equipment, and products in real time. The new PAwR (Periodic Advertising with Response) feature in Bluetooth 5.4 makes this even more efficient in crowded environments.


What’s Next? The Bluetooth LE Revolution Is Just Getting Started

Bluetooth LE is evolving fast, and the latest updates (and future Bluetooth 6.0) are pushing the limits on range, speed, and power efficiency. 


Battery Life That Lasts: Devices will run for years on a single battery, thanks to smarter LE Power Control and Power Class 1 adjustments.


Even Faster Data Transfer: Bluetooth 5.3’s Isochronous Channels will be huge for industrial automation that needs real-time, synchronized data.


Stronger Security: Features like LE Secure Connections with Numeric Comparison (SC-NC) help prevent hacking and unauthorized access.


Whether it’s making cars more connected or factories more intelligent, Bluetooth LE is powering the IoT revolution. And as the technology keeps evolving, expect even more breakthroughs that redefine what’s possible.


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