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Renesas Develops SoC Technologies for Automotive Multi-Domain ECUs Essential for the SDV Era

　　Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE:6723), a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, has developed three System-on-Chip (SoC) technologies for automotive multi-domain electronic control units (ECUs). They feature advanced AI processing capabilities and chiplet functions, serving as the core technology platform for next-generation automotive electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures. Renesas presented the results at the International Solid-State Circuits Conference 2026 (ISSCC 2026), held February 15–19 in San Francisco, USA.　　In the age of software-defined vehicles (SDVs), automotive SoCs require advanced performance to run multiple applications simultaneously and must offer scalability through chiplets. They must also meet the functional safety requirements of automotive SoCs. As multi-domain SoCs powering central computing are growing larger and more complex, maintaining automotive-grade quality is becoming more difficult. With increased performance in advanced SoCs, power consumption also rises, making improvements in power efficiency and safety vital. To meet these needs, Renesas has developed the following new technologies.　　1. Chiplet architecture that supports functional safety　　To meet the functional safety requirements of automotive SoCs, Renesas has developed a new, proprietary architecture that supports ASIL D even in a chiplet configuration. By combining the standard die-to-die UCIe interface with a proprietary RegionID mechanism, the architecture prevents interference with hardware resources, even when numerous applications run simultaneously, thereby achieving Freedom from Interference (FFI).　　Conventional UCIe interfaces lack functionality to transmit RegionIDs between dies. Renesas developed a method for mapping RegionIDs into physical address space, encoding them into the UCIe region, and transmitting them. This enables safe access control through the memory management unit (MMU) and real-time cores, and meets functional safety requirements across chiplets. Additionally, by maintaining bandwidth from processors to the memory bus, the UCIe interface was confirmed through testing to achieve a high transmission speed of 51.2 GB/s, approaching the upper limit of intra-SoC transfer speeds. This technology provides both scalability and safety for high-performance automotive SoCs.　　2. Advanced AI processing capabilities and automotive-grade quality　　Automotive-grade quality is vital for SDV systems. Renesas has created a 3 nm SoC design that improves the performance of neural processing units (NPUs) for AI processing, while maintaining automotive-grade quality. In recent years, NPUs have been growing larger, with their area expanding 1.5-fold compared to previous generations. This has led to increased clock latency between shared clock sources and individual circuits. To address this problem, Renesas has redesigned the clock architecture by splitting up clock pulse generators (CPGs), which in past designs were module-level units, and placing mini-CPGs (mCPGs) at the sub-module level. This greatly reduces clock latency and meets timing requirements.　　However, multi-layer mCPGs complicate test clock synchronization, which is critical for achieving zero defects in automotive applications. Renesas has integrated test circuits into the hierarchical CPG architecture and unified the signal path for user clocks and test clocks. The new design also synchronizes upper- and lower-level mCPGs under a single clock source in test mode. This makes unified phase adjustment possible. As a result, Renesas has been able to achieve quality aligned with zero-defect expectations, even for large-scale SoCs, providing the high reliability required for next-generation SDV automotive SoCs.　　3. Advanced power control and monitoring for improved power efficiency and safety　　To achieve the high level of performance required for automotive SoCs with improved power efficiency and safety, Renesas has developed advanced power gating technology that uses over 90 power domains. It enables precise power control, from several milliwatts to several tens of watts, depending on operating conditions. Furthermore, Renesas has split power switches (PSWs) into ring PSWs and row PSWs to reduce IR drops (voltage drops) associated with increasing current density from smaller process geometries. When power is turned on, the ring PSW suppresses rush currents. Then the row PSW equalizes impedance within the domain. Together, these reduce IR drops by roughly 13% compared with conventional designs.　　To meet ASIL D functional safety standards, the dual core lock step (DCLS) configuration controls the master and checker cores with independent power switches and controllers. With this design, even if one side fails, the failure can be detected through lockstep operation. Furthermore, loopback monitoring is performed for each PSW's gate signal, so OFF states are detected when a failure occurs. A digital voltage meter (DVMON), which is highly resistant to temperature drift, is used for voltage monitoring. This improves aging tolerance by 1.4 mV. These technologies enable high-performance automotive SoCs that offer both power efficiency and safety.　　These new technologies are being used in Renesas' R-Car X5H SoC for automotive multi-domain ECUs. With R-Car X5H, users can accelerate the evolution of SDVs while ensuring safety and enabling autonomous driving, digital cockpit and more.　　About Renesas Electronics Corporation　　Renesas Electronics Corporation (TSE: 6723) empowers a safer, smarter and more sustainable future where technology helps make our lives easier. A leading global provider of microcontrollers, Renesas combines our expertise in embedded processing, analog, power and connectivity to deliver complete semiconductor solutions. These Winning Combinations accelerate time to market for automotive, industrial, infrastructure and IoT applications, enabling billions of connected, intelligent devices that enhance the way people work and live. Learn more at renesas.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, YouTube, and Instagram.　　(Remarks) All names of products or services mentioned in this press release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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Release time：2026-02-28 15:45 reading：242 Continue reading>>

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TDK extends X2 portfolio with compact 350 V (AC) capacitors for industrial and automotive

　　TDK Corporation (TSE:6762) extends its X2 safety film capacitor portfolio with the new B3292xU/V series,now supporting higher voltages and offering compact lead spacings of 15 mm and 22.5 mm, with capacitance values from 47 nF to 1.8 µF. Rated at 350 V (AC) and robust against peak voltage pulses up to 2.5 kV(IEC 60384-14), the series is designed for interference suppression in demanding, space-constrained industrial and automotive environments in series with the mains. Typical applications are on-board chargers, EV charging systems, PV inverters, energy meters, and capacitive power supplies.　　The entire series is now available with lead spacings from 15 mm to 52.5 mm, covering capacitance values from 47 nF to 20 µF. It passed the THB (temperature, humidity, bias) test at +85 °C, 85% RH, and rated voltage for 1000 h, meeting Grade III, Test Condition B requirements. In addition, the series offers AEC-Q200 compliance, excellent self-healing properties, and a maximum operating temperature of +110 °C, ensuring durability even under severe ambient conditions.　　With their compact dimensions and high DC testing voltage (1505 V for 2 s), the B3292xU/V series provides a balanced solution of performance and size for next-generation industrial drives and automotive power electronics, supporting the growing need for efficient and space-optimized EMI suppression solutions.　　For the B3292xU/V series, TDK offers a range of design tools and SPICE models.　　Main applications　　Capacitive power supplies, energy meters　　Industrial drives　　On-board chargers　　EV charging　　PV inverter　　Main features and benefits　　X2 class for interference (EMI) suppression　　“Across the line” applications　　For connections in series with the mains　　Severe ambient conditions　　Small dimensions　　Good self-healing properties　　AEC-Q200E compliant

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Release time：2026-02-27 16:14 reading：279 Continue reading>>

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ROHM’s New Compact, Highly Reliable Package Added to Automotive 40V/60V MOSFET Lineup

　　ROHM has expanded its lineup of low-voltage (40V/60V) MOSFETs for automotive applications – such as main inverter control circuits, electric pumps, and LED headlights – by introducing latest products adopting the new HPLF5060 package (4.9mm × 6.0mm).　　In recent years, automotive low-voltage MOSFETs have been trending toward smaller packages, such as the 5060-size and even more compact options. However, this miniaturization introduces significant challenges for achieving reliable mounting, primarily due to narrow terminal spacing and leadless designs.　　To address these issues, the new HPLF5060 package offers a smaller footprint compared to the widely used TO-252 package (6.6mm × 10.0mm) while enhancing board-mount reliability through the adoption of gull-wing leads. Additionally, the use of copper clip junction technology enables high-current operation, making the HPLF5060 an ideal solution for demanding automotive environments.　　Mass production of new products using this package began in November 2025 (sample price: $3.5/unit, excluding tax).　　In addition to expanding the lineup of products using this package, mass production of the smaller DFN3333 (3.3mm × 3.3mm) package, which employs wettable flank technology, is scheduled to begin around February 2026. Furthermore, development has commenced on a TOLG (TO-Leaded with Gull-wing) package (9.9mm × 11.7mm) to further expand the lineup of high-power, high-reliability packages.　　☆ : Under Development　　Application Examples　　Main inverter control circuits, electric pumps, LED headlights, etc.　　EcoMOS™ Brand　　EcoMOS™ is ROHM's brand of silicon power MOSFETs designed for energy-efficient applications in the power device sector. Widely utilized in applications such as home appliances, industrial equipment, and automotive systems, EcoMOS™ provides a diverse lineup that enables product selection based on key parameters such as noise performance and switching characteristics to meet specific requirements.　　・EcoMOS™ is a trademark or registered trademark of ROHM Co., Ltd.　　Terminology　　Gull-Wing Leads　　A terminal structure that spreads outwards from both sides of the package. It achieves excellent heat dissipation along with increased mounting reliability. It is called “Gull-Wing” because its appearance resembles the wing of a seagull.　　Copper Clip Junction Technology　　A technology that uses copper clips (flat metal bridges) to connect chips and lead frames directly, replacing the conventional wire bonding method.　　Wettable Flank Technology　　A technology for plating the sides of the lead frame on bottom electrode packages such as QFN and DFN to improve mounting reliability.

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NOVOSENSE and Inovance Automotive Co-Develop IC Solutions for Next-Generation Electric Drive Platforms

　　NOVOSENSE Microelectronics announced that two highly integrated ICs—an isolated sensing IC and a logic ASC IC—developed in close collaboration with Inovance Automotive, a leading supplier of intelligent electric vehicle components and solutions, have entered mass production on Inovance Automotive’s next-generation electric drive (e-drive) platform. The customized IC solutions offer higher integration and optimized performance, supporting the ongoing shift toward more integrated electric drive systems while enabling designs that meet increasingly stringent functional safety requirements.　　Conventional discrete electric drive designs rely on widely distributed components and complex wiring, often resulting in larger system size, higher power losses, slower response, and constrained reliability. As electric vehicles continue to demand longer driving range and higher output power, electric drive architectures are moving rapidly toward multi-in-one and highly integrated designs. In this context, semiconductor solutions must deliver greater functional integration while maintaining accuracy, reliability, and functional safety margins within limited space, without constraining system-level design flexibility.　　Building on more than a decade of experience in motor controller system architectures and functional safety, Inovance Automotive proactively defined the key functional and performance requirements for the isolated sensing IC and logic ASC IC at an early stage of development. In response to these requirements, NOVOSENSE integrated high-voltage LDO, isolated sensing amplifier, and isolated comparator into a single isolated sensing IC. This integration significantly reduces external component while enabling high-precision isolated voltage sensing, fast OV/UV protection, and more compact electric drive designs.　　The customized logic ASC IC further integrates multiple logic functions and supports frequency detection, enabling centralized handling of interface-related logic. This approach simplifies interface design, improves overall system integration, and supports more compact inverter layouts. At the same time, it helps reduce BOM cost and provides a solid foundation for optimizing functional safety architectures in electric drive and traction inverter systems.　　By replacing mature discrete circuits with integrated IC solutions, the collaboration delivers clear system-level benefits.　　Simplified architectures and fewer components reduce potential failure points and improve overall product robustness.　　Higher integration lowers PCB area requirements, creating additional headroom for increased power density.　　Standardized IC solutions also streamline development by reducing design and validation effort, helping shorten development cycles and accelerate time-to-market.　　"Electric drive systems are entering a phase where higher integration is becoming essential, and progress at the chip level increasingly translates into system-level advantages," said Zheng Chao, Director of the R&D Center at Inovance Automotive. "This collaboration combines our strengths in electric drive systems with NOVOSENSE’s expertise in automotive semiconductors. More importantly, it reflects an important capability upgrade for Inovance Automotive—we are not only developing high-performance power electronics products, but also participating from the outset in defining system architectures and core chips. We look forward to continuing our work with NOVOSENSE to shape next-generation electric drive platforms and deliver more competitive system solutions to OEMs."　　"NOVOSENSE and Inovance Automotive have established a strong foundation for collaboration," said Ye Jian, Product Line Director at NOVOSENSE. "This project demonstrates both our customer's confidence in our technology and our application-driven approach to innovation. By drawing on our long-standing expertise in isolation and interface technologies, we will continue to deliver high-precision, high-performance, and high-reliability IC solutions to support Inovance Automotive's next-generation electric drive platforms."　　NOVOSENSE's Isolation+ portfolio covers digital isolator, isolated sensing, isolated driver, isolated power, and isolated interface, with cumulative shipments exceeding two billion units as of October 2025. The company also offers a broad automotive interface portfolio—including CAN, LIN, SerDes, logic ICs, and level shifters—providing customers with one-stop automotive-grade isolation and interface solutions. Across the new energy vehicle electrical system, NOVOSENSE works with hundreds of component suppliers, delivering semiconductor solutions for traction inverter, onboard charger (OBC), DC/DC converter, and battery management system (BMS), spanning sensor, signal chain, power management IC, and MCU.

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Release time：2026-02-25 17:36 reading：316 Continue reading>>

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BIWIN Built-in BGA SSD Plus Mini SSD Make Robots Smarter, Easier to Use, and Longer-Lasting

　　With the maturation of on-device AI computing, multimodal perception fusion, and reinforcement learning frameworks, robots are evolving from being merely reactive to becoming truly adaptive, with requirements of accumulating experience to achieve autonomous evolution, far beyond just executing commands.　　AI models are growing larger.What to do when data loading is too slow and affects decision-making?　　Devices are becoming increasingly compact, with every bit of internal space at a premium. How to balance tiny size with high-performance transmission?　　Training data keeps piling up, but memorycapacity isn’t enough and can’t be upgraded?　　Conventional embedded storage solutions (such as UFS, eMMC, M.2 SSD, MicroSD cards) are limited by trade-offs among performance, form factor, and scalability, making them insufficient for the evolving demands of humanoid robotics handling sustained high-load operation, long lifecycle, high system integration, and incremental learning.　　BIWIN BGA SSD, with its superior performance, compact form factor and excellent shock-resistance, has become one of the preferred solutions for robots; Mini SSD, positioned as an expandable storage choice with superb upgradability and flexibility, strikes a perfect balance between high performance and compact package. The combination of the built-in BGA SSD plus expandable Mini SSD constructs a new integrated storage architecture, working as a complete solution to provide stability, expandability, and systemic efficiency for intelligent robots.　　Built-in BGA SSD + External Mini SSD　　Supporting high-frequency data writes for advanced perception and decision-making　　The “brain” of a humanoid robot—the core computing motherboard—is the hardware hub for advanced perception, cognitive reasoning, and autonomous decision-making. Relying on high-performance AI computing chips, it runs multimodal large models and processes massive sensor data in real time to understand environments and plan tasks. This process demands fast and reliable storage for the operating system.　　BIWIN BGA SSD uses a PCIe 4.0 ×4 interface, delivering sequential read speeds up to 7350 MB/s and capacities up to 2TB, enabling “second-level” boot times for the OS and AI models.　　Robots operate under write-intensive workloads that far exceed typical consumer SSD applications. In some high-load systems, daily write volumes can reach 300 GB. Once the initial onboard storage (such as UFS or fixed SSD) becomes saturated, there’s no room left for ongoing data feeding and model iteration.　　Designed for effortless scalability, BIWIN Mini SSD features a SIM-card-style, slot-in design that enables a true “plug-and-play” experience. No disassembly or specialized tools are required to add up to 2 TB of high-speed storage (with higher capacities planned), ensuring long-term data accumulation, incremental learning, and intelligent evolution for robotic systems.　　While achieving extreme miniaturization and large capacity, BIWIN Mini SSD also delivers high-performance transfer rates. Equipped with a PCIe 4.0 ×2 interface, its read/write speeds reach up to 3700 MB/s and 3400 MB/s respectively, and future seamless upgrades to higher-performance versions (such as PCIe 5.0) are supported.　　SIM-card-sized, as light as 1g　　Saving device space and reducing weight　　As humanoid robots move toward practical deployment, lightweight design is not just about “shedding weight”; it’s more about simplifying mechanical structures, lowering manufacturing costs, improving mobility, and expanding application scenarios. As an essential hardware component, the size and weight of memory module directly impact overall device design.　　Both the BIWIN BGA SSD and Mini SSD feature a coin-sized footprint with an ultra-slim thickness of just 1.4 mm. The Mini SSD weighs as little as 1 g and can be directly inserted into a pre-designed socket, significantly reducing constraints on mechanical layout and overall system weight. For humanoid robots that demand high dynamic performance and extended battery life, BIWIN BGA SSD and Mini SSD deliver a “minimal physical presence” while enabling a “lightweight system design”—resulting in more compact architectures and greater motion agility.　　Dual Storage, Reshaping Industry Cooperation　　Safeguarding the Full Lifecycle Storage Needs of Robots　　Mini SSD, defined as an expandable memory solution, goes far beyond its storage function; its design concepts of modularization and standardization bring a brand-new product architecture mindset to intelligent terminal industries such as robots and notebooks.　　Manufacturer Enablement: Simplified Design, Faster Iteration　　BIWIN delivers a Mini SSD + socket solution based on a modular integration approach, enabling device manufacturers to optimize internal system layouts, reduce form-factor constraints, and develop thinner, lighter end products with clear differentiated competitiveness.　　The host-side socket offers strong compatibility across multiple capacity SKUs, requiring minimal hardware changes. This significantly lowers development effort, integration complexity, and overall system cost for device manufacturers.　　User Value: Plug-and-Play, Maximum Flexibility　　Storage expansion or replacement can be completed on-site without tools or specialized expertise. Designed for repeated, reliable insertion and removal, the solution allows end users to easily expand or swap TB-class storage, delivering a flexible and efficient storage experience.　　When paired with BIWIN’s in-house RD510 card reader (USB4.0 Type-C), users gain high-performance, portable storage for mobile productivity, content creation, and other data-intensive scenarios.　　Mini SSD has already entered mass production and is now integrated into multiple intelligent devices, including the OneXPlayer X1 Air, APEX, Super X, and GPD Win 5. It is also officially available for purchase in the consumer market.　　Since its debut, Mini SSD has been validated by several international honors, consisting of “Best Inventions of 2025” from TIME, “Best-in-Show” from Embedded World 2025, and “2026 CES Picks Awards” in the TWICE category. And BIWIN is also recognized as a winner of 2025 “China Chip” Outstanding Supporting Service Enterprise by right of this new innovation.　　Currently, BIWIN is collaborating with multiple SoC platforms and terminal brands to jointly promote Mini SSD interface specifications and ecosystem standards, accelerating its large-scale adoption in cutting-edge fields such as AI terminals and humanoid robots.

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BIWIN Mini SSD Earns Dual Honors: TWICE Picks Award and AVRONA Most Innovative Award

　　Recently, BIWIN’s innovative product Mini SSD was honored with multiple international awards at CES 2026, earning the TWICE 2026 Picks Awards Winner as well as the AVRONA Most Innovative Award.　　With its breakthrough design philosophy and strong technical capabilities, this “small form factor, superior performance” storage solution not only continues BIWIN’s legacy of technological innovation, but also aligns seamlessly with the accelerating evolution of edge AI.　　Technological Breakthroughs Addressing Core Storage Challenges　　Conventional consumer storage solutions have long struggled to balance performance, portability, and expandability. BIWIN Mini SSD overcomes these limitations through three key innovations:　　AdvancedLGA packaging, compressing the form factor to just 15 × 17 × 1.4 mm (approximately the size of half a coin) and supporting capacities from 512GB to 2TB;　　PCIe 4.0 ×2interface with NVMe 1.4 protocol, delivering read speeds of up to 3700MB/s and write speeds of 3400MB/s, far surpassing traditional storage card solutions and rivaling mainstream consumer-grade M.2 SSDs;　　An industry-first standardized slot-in SSD design, enabling effortless TB-level expansion through a simple “open – insert – lock” three-step process, dramatically simplifying storage upgrades.　　Small in Size, Big in Capability: Empowering Two Key Tracks　　For consumers, BIWIN Mini SSD introduces a new level of convenience as no specialized tools are required for individuals to expand storage capacity, and its flagship-class performance is capable of supporting smooth operation of intelligent devices.　　For device manufacturers, its standardized interface, modular architecture, and scalability significantly streamline BOM management, reduce manufacturing, inventory, and after-sales costs, and support optimization across the entire product lifecycle.　　The product has already entered deep collaborations with well-known brands such as One-Netbook (ONEXPLAYER) and GPD, helping partners build differentiated competitive advantages in the market.　　Global Recognition Validating Technical Excellence　　Leveraging its ultra-compact design, high scalability, and reliable performance, BIWIN Mini SSD is redefining the integrated paradigm between AI terminals and storage technologies. Thanks to its disruptive innovation, the product was selected for TIME’s “Best Inventions of 2025”, becoming the only storage product worldwide to make the list.　　It subsequently won the “Best-in-Show” Award at Embedded World North America 2025, earning strong endorsement from industry authorities for both its technological advancement and commercialization potential. The dual awards at CES 2026 further reinforce the product’s real-world value and promising market outlook.　　Most notably, the latest achievement marks another milestone: BIWIN Mini SSD has been shortlisted as a finalist for the 2026 Edison Awards, often referred to as the “Oscars of Innovation.” This prestigious recognition, honoring the world’s most outstanding innovations, adds another heavyweight accolade to BIWIN Mini SSD’s growing global honors portfolio.

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Release time：2026-02-06 17:44 reading：436 Continue reading>>

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MQ771-GL: Fibocom’s Compact Cat.M Module Enters Sampling, Driving Asset Tracking Innovation

　　Fibocom (300638.SZ | 0638.HK), a global leader in wireless communicationmodules and AI solutions, announced that its Cat.Mmodule MQ771-GL has entered the engineering sample stage. Withits ultra-compact size, low power consumption,global frequency coverage, and stable network compatibility,the MQ771-GL offers a cost-effective IoT solution for asset tracking, enablinglong battery life, high reliability, and precise positioning for large-scaleLPWA deployments.　　Dual-Mode Support for FlexibleDeployment　　The MQ771-GL supports 3GPP Release 14Cat.M1 and NB-IoT standards and is compatible with mainstream frequencybands worldwide, making it ideal for LPWA network deployments across NorthAmerica, Europe, Asia, and beyond. This global compatibility ensuresreliable connectivity for asset tracking devices and enables flexible operationeven in complex or challenging environments.　　Compact Size with Ultra-Low Power Consumption　　Leveraging advanced power managementtechnologies, the MQ771-GL supports PSM (Power Saving Mode) and eDRX (extendedDiscontinuous Reception), dramatically extending device battery life. InPSM mode, standby current drops to the microampere (μA) level, cutting powerconsumption by 75% compared with the previous generation — ideal for smartwater meters. In eDRX mode, power usage is reduced by 90%, making itsuitable for gas meters, asset trackers, and other long-term outdoor devices,enabling multi-year operation.　　The module’s 17.7mm × 15.8mm LGA package is compatible with the pin layout of Fibocom’s Cat.1 modules, supportingflexible product iteration. Its compact form factor is well-suited forspace-constrained tracking devices, simplifying integration and deployment.　　Enhanced Performance with Rich InterfaceOptions　　The MQ771-GLsupports MQTT, CoAP, LwM2M and standard interfaces like UART, I2C,and I2S, making it adaptable for diverse asset tracking terminals. Itintegrates Soft GPS for precise real-time positioning and features a hardware-levelsecurity engine for encrypted, secure communications, protecting againstunauthorized access.　　Liu Sunzhi,General Manager of Fibocom’s MTC Business Unit, commented:　　"With the MQ771-GL now entering the engineering sample stage, itsultra-compact, ultra-low-power design is set to lower development barriers forasset tracking terminals and accelerate large-scale IoT connectivity. Movingforward, we will continue to strengthen collaborative innovation with verticalindustries, driving the rapid commercialization of low-power, wide-connectivitysolutions for asset tracking and other IoT applications."

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Release time：2026-02-06 17:41 reading：426 Continue reading>>

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Texas Instruments begins production at its newest 300mm semiconductor manufacturing facility in Sherman, Texas

　　Texas Instruments (TI) announced the start of production at its newest semiconductor fab in Sherman, TX, just three and a half years after breaking ground. Leaders from TI were joined by local and state elected officials to celebrate the opening of this state-of-the-art 300mm semiconductor fab in North Texas.　　The new facility, called SM1, will ramp according to customer demand, ultimately producing tens of millions of chips daily that go into nearly every electronic device— from smartphones, automotive systems, and life-saving medical devices to industrial robots, smart home appliances, and data centers.　　Why it matters　　As the largest foundational semiconductor manufacturer in the U.S., TI produces analog and embedded processing chips critical for virtually all modern electronic devices. As electronics become increasingly more prevalent in everyday life, TI is building on its nearly 100-year legacy of innovation by expanding its 300mm semiconductor manufacturing footprint. By owning and controlling its manufacturing operations, process technology and packaging, TI has greater control of its supply to support customers for decades to come, in any environment.　　"The start of production at our newest wafer fab in Sherman, TX represents what TI does best: owning every part of the manufacturing process to deliver the foundational semiconductors that are vital for nearly every type of electronic system," said Haviv Ilan, president and CEO of Texas Instruments. “As the largest analog and embedded processing semiconductor manufacturer in the U.S., TI is uniquely positioned to provide dependable 300mm semiconductor manufacturing capacity at scale. We're proud to have called North Texas home for nearly a century, and excited about how TI technology will enable the technological breakthroughs of the future."Texas Instruments President and CEO Haviv Ilan (center), Texas Governor Greg Abbott, Sherman Mayor Shawn Teamann, and company leaders at TI's newest 300mm wafer fab in Sherman, Texas.TI in Sherman　　TI’s mega-site in Sherman includes future plans for up to four connected wafer fabs that will be constructed and equipped in alignment with market demand. Combined, this site will support as many as 3,000 direct jobs, along with thousands of additional jobs in support industries　　TI’s investment in Sherman is part of the company’s broader plans to invest more than $60 billion across seven semiconductor fabs in Texas and Utah, making this the largest investment in foundational semiconductor manufacturing in U.S. history. With 15 manufacturing sites around the world, TI’s internal operations build on decades of proven and reliable manufacturing expertise, providing greater control of its supply chain to get customers the products they need.

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Release time：2026-02-02 16:15 reading：398 Continue reading>>

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ROHM’s New LDO Regulators with 500mA Output Current Achieving Stable Operation Even with Ultra-small Capacitors to Expand Design Flexibility for High-current Applications

　　ROHM has developed the “BD9xxN5 Series” of LDO regulator ICs with 500mA output current, featuring its proprietary ultra-stable control technology “Nano Cap™”. This series comprises 18 products designed for 12V/24V primary power supply applications used in automotive equipment, industrial equipment, and communication infrastructure.　　In recent years, electronic devices have demanded higher density in smaller form factors at the same time. To meet this demand and achieve space savings and design flexibility, power supply ICs must be capable of stable operation even with small-capacity capacitors. However, achieving such performance with output capacitors of 1µF or less has been technically difficult.　　To address this challenge, ROHM developed the “BD9xxN1 Series” LDO regulator (150mA output current) in 2022, incorporating its proprietary ultra-stable control technology, “Nano Cap™”. This innovation enables stable operation with output capacitors as small as 100nF, earning widespread adoption across numerous applications.　　The newly developed BD9xxN5 Series builds on the success of the BD9xxN1 Series by increasing the output current to 500mA – more than three times higher than before – significantly broadening its suitability for applications requiring higher power. In addition, very low output voltage ripple of approximately 250mV (with load current variation of 1mA to 500mA within 1µs) is achieved with a small output capacitance of just 470nF (typical). Beyond standard small MLCCs (multi-layer ceramic capacitors) in the range of several µF and large-capacity electrolytic capacitors, it also supports ultra-small MLCCs, such as the 0603M size (0.6mm × 0.3mm), with capacities below 1µF – where stability was previously difficult to achieve. This contributes to space saving as well as greater flexibility in component selection.　　Furthermore, high-precision SPICE models, “ROHM Real Model” are provided for accurate simulation and can be downloaded from the ROHM official website.　　SPICE Models: BD900N5xxx-C BD933N5xxxx-C BD950N5xxxx-C　　ROHM will continue to contribute to the high performance, miniaturization, and high reliability of electronic devices by further expanding its Nano Cap™ technology-equipped LDO series.　　Application Examples　　Automotive Equipment　　● Powertrain system power supplies for fuel injection systems (FI) and tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS)● Body system power supplies for body control modules (BCM)● Infotainment system power supplies for clusters ad head-up displays (HUD), etc.Industrial Equipment　　● Power supplies for controllers like Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Remote Terminal Units (RTU), and industrial gateways● High-precision LDOs for analog loads and sensors measuring temperature, pressure, flow rate, etc.● Power supplies for monitoring and control panels in disaster prevention systems, access control systems and building automation.● Standby power supplies for Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) and panel equipment, etc.Consumer Electronics　　● Power supplies for control boards in refrigerators, dishwashers, air conditioners, etc.● Power supplies for home appliances like thermostats and doorbells● Power supplies for constant power applications in home security and network equipment, etc.　　What is Nano Cap™ Technology?　　Nano Cap™ refers to ultra-stable control technology achieved by combining advanced analog expertise covering circuit design, processes, and layout utilizing ROHM’s vertically integrated production system. Stable control eliminates the problem of unstable operation related to capacitors in analog circuits, contributing to a reduction in design resources for a wide range of applications in automotive, industrial equipment, consumer, and other fields.　　Terminology　　Primary　　In a power supply circuit, the side in charge of 1st stage conversion from a power source such as a battery is called the primary and the side responsible for 2nd stage conversion is referred to as the secondary.　　LDO Regulator (Low Drop Out Regulator / Low Saturation Regulator)　　A type of power supply IC that converts between two different DC voltage levels. Falls under the category of linear regulator (where the input/output voltages operate linearly) characterized by a small input-output voltage difference. Compared to DC-DC converter ICs (switching regulators), LDOs feature a simpler circuit configuration and lower noise.　　ROHM Real Model　　A high-accuracy simulation model that make it possible to also achieve a perfect match between the actual IC and simulation values utilizing ROHM’s proprietary model-based technology.

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Release time：2026-01-27 13:47 reading：399 Continue reading>>

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SIMCom丨SIM8260 series Achieves Global Certifications, Delivering High-Performance 5G Connectivity

　　SIMCom, a global leader in IoT communication and solutions, proudly announces that its SIM8260 Series 5G modules have successfully obtained a wide range of international certifications, including CE, RCM, FCC, IC, JATE, TELEC, GCF, PTCRB, T-Mobile, Verizon, Deutsche Telekom, Orange, RoHS, REACH. These certifications demonstrate the SIM8230 series’ compliance with global standards and network requirements, ensuring smooth deployment across worldwide markets.　　Built on the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ X62 chipset platform, the SIM8260 series are a multi-band 5G Release 16 module supporting NR, LTE-FDD, LTE-TDD, and HSPA+ in both NSA and SA modes. With its advanced capabilities, the SIM8260 series enable fast, stable, and secure mobile broadband connections for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications.　　The SIM8260 series achieve outstanding data rates across multiple network environments. On 5G Sub-6G SA, it supports download speeds of up to 2.4Gbps and upload speeds of up to 1Gbps, while in 5G Sub-6G NSA mode it can reach 3.4Gbps (DL) and 600Mbps (UL). For LTE networks, peak speeds of 1.6Gbps downlink and 200Mbps uplink are supported, and on HSPA+, the module achieves 42Mbps (DL) and 5.76Mbps (UL). These capabilities ensure stable, high-capacity communication to meet the demands of data-intensive IoT and enterprise applications.　　Beyond performance, the SIM8260 series offer robust expansion capabilities with a wide range of interfaces including PCIe, USB 3.1, and GPIO, enabling flexible integration into customer solutions, reduce development costs, and accelerate time-to-market.　　With its combination of high throughput, flexible integration, and proven security, the SIM8260 series are ideally suited for use cases such as smart manufacturing, connected vehicles, customer premises equipment (CPE), robotics, and other next-generation IoT solutions.　　The achievement of comprehensive global certifications underscores the SIM8260 series’ in large-scale international deployment. These approvals not only confirm compliance with stringent regulatory, safety, and environmental standards, but also guarantee broad operator interoperability across regions. For customers, this means accelerated product launches, reduced deployment risks, and greater confidence in global scalability.

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