Driven by the demand for higher bandwidth, advanced features, stronger security, and standardization, automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are transitioning to Ethernet solutions. Automotive Ethernet provides the necessary infrastructure to support Software Defined Networking through centralized control, flexible configuration, and real-time data transmission. In order to provide comprehensive Ethernet solutions to OEM manufacturers, Microchip Technology Inc. announced today the launch of the new LAN969x series multi gigabit Ethernet switches and VelocityDRIVE ™ Software Platform (SP).

Intelligent power management company Eaton announced today that it has partnered with Munich Electrification to jointly develop and sell Battery Configuration Switches (BCS), an advanced solution for electric vehicle 400V/800V dual string battery packs. This innovative integrated bistable device for parallel/series reconfiguration allows 800 volt vehicles to be effectively charged through 400 volt charging facilities, while also providing many advantages compared to traditional solutions.

RECOM has launched two cost-effective DC/DC converters with the highest level of medical isolation, using both through-hole installation and SMD types. The REM2A and REM4A series are 2 W and 4 W respectively, with reinforced insulation of 5 kVAC/1 min and dual patient protection at 250 VAC. These products are suitable for (2MOPP) function and have a creepage distance and electrical clearance of over 8 mm. B. For BF and CF type patient contact applications, the leakage current is as low as 2 µ A.

Dior (Nasdaq: DIOD) announced the addition of two enhanced high-voltage Hall effect switch chip series to its automotive specification * product portfolio. The unipolar AH332xQ and all polar AH352xQ are packaged in SIP-3, SOT23 (S-type), and SC59, providing multiple sensitivity options for operation. These two devices can be widely used in non-contact position and proximity detection product applications, such as seat belt fastening, door/rear compartment opening and closing, wipers, and steering wheel locks.