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What Kinds of Encoder Features Boost Ruggedness? Solid-State Electronics, Maybe? Updated: 2026-01-09

Rotary encoders are vital components in the motion-control feedback loop of industrial, robotic, aerospace, energy, and automation applications.

Use Optimized Amplifiers for Reliable and Accurate Automotive Current Sensing Publish Date: 2026-01-08

How to use an amplifier capable of handling high common-mode voltages to implement high-side current-sensing in automobile circuits.

Why Thermal Conductivity Sensors are Good Hydrogen Leak Detectors Publish Date: 2025-12-18

Honeywell‘s hydrogen leak detection (HLD) sensors are key for those adopting low-carbon hydrogen-generated power as fossil fuel alternatives.

Specialty Connectors Offer Automotive-Compatible USB-C Connectivity Publish Date: 2025-11-19

USB-C connectors and matching receptacles are now available for designers of automotive systems, featuring locking, keying, and other ruggedness enhancements.

Designers Need to Understand the Cause and Impact of VCR and How to Mitigate It Publish Date: 2025-10-29

Why high-voltage and resistance circuits need low-VCR (voltage coefficient of resistance) resistors.

Use GMSL to Reliably Meet Industrial and Automotive High-Bandwidth Video Requirements Publish Date: 2025-10-16

GMSL point-to-point link technology brings enhanced multi-camera video capabilities to industrial and automotive applications.

The Critical Role of LED Drivers in Lighting Applications Publish Date: 2025-08-06

The AL5887Q LED driver delivers accurate RGB color control, dimming, and efficient lighting in automotive and display applications.

Selecting Power over Coax Inductors for ADAS and Infotainment Publish Date: 2025-07-10

Learn how specialized Power over Coax (PoC) inductors simplify bias-T circuit design for ADAS, infotainment, and powertrain applications.

Use an Automotive-Grade Flyback Transformer for Compact EV Power Supply Designs Publish Date: 2025-06-12

Flyback transformers are the heart of high-performance electric vehicle (EV) power supplies, and it is essential for designers to understand them well.

Selecting Crystals for SPC5 and STM8 Automotive MCUs Publish Date: 2025-06-11

A selection tool helps match clock crystals to SPC5 and STM8 MCUs in the challenging automotive environment to assure timing precision and stability.

Meet Evolving Demands in Automotive Design by Applying Advanced Components Publish Date: 2025-06-10

A broad portfolio of AEC-Q200 parts meets diverse requirements for high performance, reliability, and safety in advanced automotive electronic subsystems.

C0G MLCCs Provide Design Advantages for Onboard Chargers Publish Date: 2025-06-03

Explore why MLCCs with C0G characteristics like TDK’s C3225/CGA6P components are increasingly used for onboard chargers and other high-voltage applications.

Image of Select the Right Connector to Ensure High-Current Power Integrity in Extreme Environments Select the Right Connector to Ensure High-Current Power Integrity in Extreme Environments Publish Date: 2024-01-04

By selecting the appropriate high-current connector, designers can ensure power integrity and system reliability in extreme environments.

Why Traceability is Key for Automotive Manufacturing Publish Date: 2025-04-01

Enhance automotive manufacturing traceability for accurate assembly, supply chain visibility, counterfeit prevention, and efficient recalls.

Choosing Thin-Film Resistors for Automotive and Industrial Applications Publish Date: 2025-03-05

Selecting surface-mount resistors for automotive and industrial use requires understanding protective structures for harsh environments.

Considerations for Custom Rugged Connector Solutions Publish Date: 2025-02-26

Rugged connectors and custom solutions in the ITT Cannon APD series are designed for harsh environments in military, construction, and industrial applications.

Understanding The Role of Drivers, Switches, and Laser Diodes for Effective LiDAR Performance Publish Date: 2025-02-06

Electro-optical components are at the core of LiDAR, which uses laser pulses to create a three-dimensional “point cloud” rendition of the surroundings.

Multilayer Inductors Have Essential Role in Automotive PoC Applications Publish Date: 2025-01-14

TDK's multilayer inductors and chip beads keep power and signal transmissions clean for automotive PoC applications.

Road-Tested GMSL Cameras Drive into New Markets Publish Date: 2024-10-24

GMSL is a cost-efficient alternative to GigE Vision cameras, with impressive performance for high-speed video links and multi-streaming over a single cable.

The Future of Driving is Autonomous—See How It Can Be Done Seamlessly and Reliably Publish Date: 2024-09-27

Enabling autonomous driving with EMI filters, inductors, crystals, and thermistors ensures smooth and reliable operation.