Renesas announces SIL3 certified solutions for both ARM Cortex-based MCUs
Renesas now offers IEC 61508 SIL3 certified self-test software for both ARM Cortex-M23 and -M33-based MCUs.
When the flyback converter reaches its limits
Although flyback converters are very popular, this topology has practical limitations...
Li+ Fuel Gauge IC Featuring Continuous Internal Self-Discharge Monitoring & Protection
MAX17320 2 to 4 series cell Li-ion fuel gauge IC is industry’s first to monitor self-discharge during operation while extending battery life with highest accuracy and lowest quiescent current
Study exposes active driving assistance systems remain flawed
According to a study from the AAA, active driving assistance (ADA) systems that automate steering and braking in a growing number of vehicles are not providing reliable safety benefits...
Compilers in the alien world of functional safety
Across sectors, the world of functional safety puts new requirements on developers. Functionally safe code must include defensive code to defend against...
Radar, the car’s virtual eye
Faster, higher resolution radar sensors have enabled the next generation of driver assistance technologies through improvements in vehicle safety and comfort in view...
Smith Achieves Global Certification to ISO 45001
Smith’s commitment to protecting employee health and safety is recognized
Software-defined automobiles: An efficient platform for essential parallelization
Are we at a critical juncture in how the industry moves forward with software-defined automobiles? As automotive functionality increases and certification...
Safely controlling an EV traction inverter
Safety is the prime concern when designing electric vehicle (EV) inverters and their control systems. This article discusses the requirements and outlines Safety is the prime concern when designing electric vehicle, or EV, inverters and their control systems...
How to ace your regulatory compliance test
In order to guide organizations to starting an effective compliance test program, there are a few crucial mechanisms that need to be in place...