Tech Library Products & Technologies (-) Applications & Cases Solution Guides Facet Tech Note List Article Category » Taxonomy term » Name Capacitors Ceramic Switching / Heating, Piezo Components, Contactors, Buzzers and Microphones EMC Components Inductors (Coils) RF Components Sensors and Sensor Systems Transformers Transparent Conductive Film Facet Tech Note List Product Categories L1 Automotive Consumer Electronics ICT Industrial & Energy Medical & Healthcare Others Wearables Facet Tech Note List Application Category 2022 2021 2020 (-) 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 Facet Tech Note List Published on Date Applications & Cases Nov. 2019 [Application Note] Motor/Inverter Circuit Configuration Example As the electrification of the automotive progresses, the demand for motor generators is on the rise. There is also a trend towards integration of electric motors and inverters, and the requirements with regard to compact dimensions and resistance against heat and vibrations are becoming ever more severe, while high reliability is also an important factor. In some cases, wiring inductance can lead to high surge voltages which requires countermeasures such as suitable wiring design and snubber capacitors. At the same time, noise countermeasures are also essential. As the electrification of the automotive progresses, the demand for motor generators is on the rise. There is also a trend towards integration of electric motors and inverters, and the requirements with regard to compact dimensions and resistance against heat and vibrations are becoming ever more severe, while high reliability is also an important factor. In some cases, wiring inductance can lead to high surge voltages which requires countermeasures such as suitable wiring design and snubber capacitors. At the same time, noise countermeasures are also essential. Capacitors Transformers Ceramic Capacitors Film Capacitors Transformers CeraLink® Capacitors Metallized Polypropylene Capacitors (MKP/MFP) Transformers for IGBT/FET Applications & Cases Nov. 2019 [Application Note] Devices that Enhance the Safety of the Digital Cockpit The methods of use of automobiles will change substantially in the future including autonomous driving and car sharing services, and the human machine interface (HMI) between drivers and their cars will also completely change. The automobile industry is developing the digital cockpit in pursuit of an HMI that will provide safety and reassurance while freeing drivers from the burdens of driving and allow time to be used meaningfully and in comfort. Below is an introduction to TDK product and technologies that enhance the value of the digital cockpit with the aim of achieving an HMI that ensures and enhance safety and reassurance through the driver's senses. The methods of use of automobiles will change substantially in the future including autonomous driving and car sharing services, and the human machine interface (HMI) between drivers and their cars will also completely change. The automobile industry is developing the digital cockpit in pursuit of an HMI that will provide safety and reassurance while freeing drivers from the burdens of driving and allow time to be used meaningfully and in comfort. Below is an introduction to TDK product and technologies that enhance the value of the digital cockpit with the aim of achieving an HMI that ensures and enhance safety and reassurance through the driver's senses. Ceramic Switching / Heating, Piezo Components, Contactors, Buzzers and Microphones Transparent Conductive Film Piezoelectric actuators for haptic feedback MEMS Microphones (Microphone) PiezoHapt™ Actuators PiezoListen™ Piezo Speakers PowerHap™ Actuators Applications & Cases Nov. 2019 [Application Note] "Vehicle-to-Vehicle and Infrastructure-to-Vehicle Communication" (V2X) to Realize Autonomous Driving Technology The evolution of sensing technology and communication network contribute to the realization of Autonomous driving society and its growth. In association with full-scale expansion of the "5G service" next-generation wireless communication standard, great attention is being placed on wireless technology intended for "vehicle-to-vehicle and infrastructure-to-vehicle communication" (V2X) to communicate data between automobiles and their surroundings. While the TDK Group can offer a lineup of various electronic components for V2X, this article introduces a selection of IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) and high-frequency products for Telematics Control Units (TCUs). The evolution of sensing technology and communication network contribute to the realization of Autonomous driving society and its growth. In association with full-scale expansion of the "5G service" next-generation wireless communication standard, great attention is being placed on wireless technology intended for "vehicle-to-vehicle and infrastructure-to-vehicle communication" (V2X) to communicate data between automobiles and their surroundings. While the TDK Group can offer a lineup of various electronic components for V2X, this article introduces a selection of IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) and high-frequency products for Telematics Control Units (TCUs). Inductors (Coils) RF Components Sensors and Sensor Systems Inductors (Coils) Motion / Inertial Sensors IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit) SMD / SMT Inductors (Coils) Applications & Cases Jul. 2019 [Application Note] Touch me – feel me! Whether for smartphones, vehicles, industrial controls, home appliances or gaming consoles – the future belongs to piezo-based solutions with haptic feedback. TDK offers a unique portfolio of products that are suitable for every imaginable haptic application. Whether for smartphones, vehicles, industrial controls, home appliances or gaming consoles – the future belongs to piezo-based solutions with haptic feedback. TDK offers a unique portfolio of products that are suitable for every imaginable haptic application. Ceramic Switching / Heating, Piezo Components, Contactors, Buzzers and Microphones Piezoelectric actuators for haptic feedback PowerHap™ Actuators Applications & Cases Jul. 2019 [Application Note] Automotive communication interface: Products recommended for PoC use (PoC filter inductors, chip beads) The demand for high-speed automotive onboard interfaces is increasing, with a view towards supporting driving safety, reducing the environmental load, and improving comfort. For bidirectional communication, the automotive Ethernet format is commonly used, while LVDS is the choice for one-way communication. With LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signaling), the preferred approach is to also adopt the PoC (Power over Coax) method that enables transmission of the signal and power supply over a single coaxial cable, thereby reducing the weight of wire harnesses in the car. This page describes usage examples and effects of inductors and chip beads specifically recommended for PoC filter applications. The demand for high-speed automotive onboard interfaces is increasing, with a view towards supporting driving safety, reducing the environmental load, and improving comfort. For bidirectional communication, the automotive Ethernet format is commonly used, while LVDS is the choice for one-way communication. With LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signaling), the preferred approach is to also adopt the PoC (Power over Coax) method that enables transmission of the signal and power supply over a single coaxial cable, thereby reducing the weight of wire harnesses in the car. This page describes usage examples and effects of inductors and chip beads specifically recommended for PoC filter applications. Inductors (Coils) EMC Components Inductors (Coils) RF Components Chip Beads SMD / SMT Inductors (Coils) Applications & Cases Jun. 2019 [Application Note] Stronger bonding thanks to plasma Surface treatment is indispensable for the secure bonding of plastic parts. Activation with cold plasma is an equally simple yet elegant solution. Relyon Plasma, a subsidiary of TDK Electronics, offers the piezobrush® PZ2 – a handy plasma source based on the TDK CeraPlas™ piezo plasma generator. Surface treatment is indispensable for the secure bonding of plastic parts. Activation with cold plasma is an equally simple yet elegant solution. Relyon Plasma, a subsidiary of TDK Electronics, offers the piezobrush® PZ2 – a handy plasma source based on the TDK CeraPlas™ piezo plasma generator. Ceramic Switching / Heating, Piezo Components, Contactors, Buzzers and Microphones Applications & Cases Mar. 2019 [Application Note] How to Use Power Inductors As electronic devices become more advanced, the power supply voltage of LSIs used in them is lowered, so their power consumption can be reduced and their speed increased. However, a decrease in the power supply voltage also causes the requirements regarding voltage fluctuations to become more severe, creating a need for high-performance DC-DC converters to fulfill these characteristic requirements, and power inductors are important components that greatly affect their performance. TDK has a widely varied lineup of power inductor products, and this article describes and explains effective methods for using power inductors, and key points for selecting them, according to the required characteristics of DC-DC converters. As electronic devices become more advanced, the power supply voltage of LSIs used in them is lowered, so their power consumption can be reduced and their speed increased. However, a decrease in the power supply voltage also causes the requirements regarding voltage fluctuations to become more severe, creating a need for high-performance DC-DC converters to fulfill these characteristic requirements, and power inductors are important components that greatly affect their performance. TDK has a widely varied lineup of power inductor products, and this article describes and explains effective methods for using power inductors, and key points for selecting them, according to the required characteristics of DC-DC converters. Inductors (Coils) Inductors (Coils) SMD / SMT Inductors (Coils) Applications & Cases Mar. 2019 [Application Note] Drastically reducing earth leakage currents and increasing plant availability The individual components in variable-speed drives cause earth leakage currents that cumulatively result in the tripping of the RCD. By using the upgraded EPCOS LeaXield™ active leakage current filter, these earth leakage currents be drastically reduced. The individual components in variable-speed drives cause earth leakage currents that cumulatively result in the tripping of the RCD. By using the upgraded EPCOS LeaXield™ active leakage current filter, these earth leakage currents be drastically reduced. EMC Components EMC Components LeaXield™ Active Leakage Current Filters