Introduction: Increasing Demands on Automotive ECU Power Design
As electrified vehicles—particularly 48V mild hybrid systems—continue to expand, the number and complexity of electronic control units (ECUs) in vehicles are increasing rap...
Introduction: Why ESD Protection Matters in Automotive Ethernet
As advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and connected vehicle technologies continue to evolve, the number of electronic control units (ECUs) in vehicles is increasing rapidly. Thi...
Introduction: Why TCUs Matter in Connected Vehicles
A Telematics Control Unit (TCU) is a core automotive communication module that enables two‑way data exchange between a vehicle and external networks. As connected vehicles, advanced driver assista...
Introduction
Thermal interface materials (TIMs) play a critical role in thermal management by reducing contact thermal resistance between heat-generating components and heatsinks. Among the various TIM options, thermal greases have been widely used ...
Why GaN Is Accelerating the Evolution of AC/DC Converters
AC/DC converters are indispensable in modern electronics, converting commercial AC power into stable DC voltages required by most electronic loads. These converters are found everywhere&mdas...
How Panasonic’s Capacitors, Inductors, and Resistors Are Transforming the Future of EVs, E‑Bikes, AGVs, and Automotive Power Electronics.
Introduction
As global transportation accelerates toward electrification, automation, and higher power ...
As the automotive industry accelerates toward higher‑level autonomous driving, the Domain Control Unit (DCU) has become a central element of next‑generation vehicle architecture. DCUs consolidate data from multiple sensors, make real‑time decisions...
1. What Types of Cameras Are Used in ADAS and AD Systems?
Automotive cameras are essential sensing devices that help vehicles interpret their surroundings. In both Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving (AD), cameras work al...
1. What Is LiDAR?
LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is a sensing technology that measures the distance to objects by emitting laser pulses and capturing the reflected light. The combination of emission direction and time‑of‑flight enables the gene...
A Practical Guide to Panasonic Industry Chip Resistors
As electronic devices continue to shrink while delivering ever-greater performance, thermal design has become one of the most critical—and often underestimated—challenges in circuit ...
1. Introduction
Electrolytic capacitors remain a trusted choice for engineers due to their high ripple current capability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
However, as power electronics evolve—especially in automotive and industrial sector...
Radar: The Backbone of Advanced Driver Assistance
Radar technology is a critical sensing solution for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving (AD). By using millimeter-wave radio signals, radar detects objects and obstacles a...
— Panasonic’s High-Efficiency AC/DC Conversion System for Faster EV Charging —
As electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) become increasingly common, the demand for faster and more efficient battery ch...
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to reshape the automotive landscape, one component plays a pivotal role in driving performance and efficiency: the inverter. This essential device converts direct current (DC) from the battery into alternating curr...
Essential Power Conversion for Safe and Efficient EV Operation
Electric vehicles (EVs) rely on two types of onboard batteries: a high-voltage lithium-ion battery and a low-voltage lead-acid battery. While the lithium-ion battery powers the drive mot...
High-Temperature Resistant Resistors Enabling Compact Inverter and BMS Designs
As the global shift toward electric vehicles (EVs) accelerates, countries like Germany, California (USA), Quebec (Canada), China, and Japan are implementing stricter regul...
Introduction: The Global Shift Toward Electrification
The electrification of vehicles, once a regional initiative led by European nations to combat climate change, has now become a global movement. Governments worldwide are implementing policies tha...
Table of Contents
Background: Battery Management Systems in general
Technical challenges
Durability in harsh environments
Miniaturization and weight reduction
Solutions to overcome challenges
Panasonic's offer of resistors
Thin Film ...
As vehicles become smarter and more electrified, the Vehicle Control Unit (VCU) has emerged as a critical component in managing and optimizing their performance. But what exactly is a VCU, and why is it so essential in today’s automotive syste...
Table of Contents
1. Back to Basics: What is Electric Power Steering (EPS)?
2. The Evolution of Steering: Key Technological Shifts
3. The Non-Negotiable: Redundancy for Ultimate Safety
4. Anatomy of an EPS Circuit: An Overall Configuration
5. Compo...
Table of Contents
The Core Function of Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Distinguishing ESC from ABS
Market Dynamics and Engineering Demands
A Look Inside: The Circuit Configuration of an ESC System
A Breakdown of Individual Circuits and Key Compo...
Table of Contents
Background of factory automation
Technical challenges faced by robot
Solutions to overcome challenges
Conclusion
Recommended components
Tool introduction
Reference
1. Introduction and background of factory automation
The global ma...
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In the world of passive components, aluminum electrolytic capacitors have been a popular choice due to their impressive capacitance-to-volume ratio, making them ideal for applications where every bit of space counts. They are commonly used for func...
Panasonic Industry is committed to supporting its customers with a comprehensive range of film capacitor solutions, even as certain suppliers announce an "End of Life" for their products. This development has impacted various film capacitor...
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