Electronica Azi International no. 3 - 2023 by Electronica Azi

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I N T E R N A T I O N A L A PAN EUROPEAN MAGAZINE

Available as a CryptoAuthentication™ or CryptoAutomotive™ Secure IC, the new TA101 device focuses on larger key sizes and enhanced cybersecurity requirements

To Meet And Exceed Heightened Automotive Secure Authentication Requirements, Microchip Releases Its Latest TrustAnchor Security IC As vehicles become more connected and technologically advanced, the need for heightened security measures also rises. New government and automotive OEM cybersecurity requirements are beginning to include larger key sizes and Edwards Curve ed25519 algorithm standards. In response, Microchip Technology has launched its latest TrustAnchor Security IC, the TA101, which can accommodate complex automotive and embedded security use cases. The TA101 supports large key sizes up to ECC P521, SHA512, RSA-4K and AES256 with greater security strength, exceeding current standards and allowing room for future adjustments while maintaining backwards compatibility for smaller keys. The TA101 is offered as an industrialgrade CryptoAuthentication™ Security IC and as a CryptoAutomotive™ Security IC supporting AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified devices. As the latest device in Microchip’s portfolio of security ICs, the TA101 is specifically designed to support automotive security, data center and industrial applications. The cryptographic companion device works alongside a microcontroller (MCU) or microprocessor (MPU) to handle cryptographic functions including public key infrastructure, certificate management and secure key storage requirements. The TA101 offers easy patch updates, message authentication, Transport Layer Security https://international.electronica-azi.ro

(TLS), secure boot, High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP), firmware updates, security upgrades, transfer of ownership, key management and WPC Qi® 1.3 authentication. “It is critically important for OEMs to not only comply with current standards but to stay a step ahead when it comes to security. By introducing key sizes associated with 256 bits of security strength, the TA101 offers great key strength diversity now and for future applications,” said Nuri Dagdeviren, corporate vice president of Microchip’s Secure Computing Group. “Additionally, Microchip’s modular security solution approach allows customers to choose an optimally sized and priced MCU based on the focus application of the module, while standardizing a single security solution that satisfies virtually all security requirements.” The TA101 delivers an alternative architecture to on-die multicore MCU/MPU management of in-vehicle networking by offering an off-chip component to handle secure boot and message authentication. The device is compatible with a wide range of MCUs or MPUs, enabling flexible solutions that can help lower costs and reduce time to market. The TA101 offers the Commercial National Security Algorithm (CNSA) required 1.0 suite of algorithms and the ed25519 curve in a

single IC. Reducing the risk associated with secure code development and implementation, it comes preprogrammed and preprovisioned in Microchip Common Criteria ALC_DVS.2 certified facilities. To learn more about Microchip’s automotive security portfolio, visit the Crypto Automotive Security IC page on the company’s website. Development Tools The TA101 is supported by the CryptoAuth Trust Platform Development Kit and several TA101 socket boards that feature a mikroBUS™ connector. These socket boards can also be used with the mikroBUS Xplained Pro Extension Board, which connects to a wide variety of Xplained Pro boards for developing designs with SAM MCUs. The TA101 AUTOSAR® Microcontroller Abstraction Layer (MCAL) is ASPICE Level 2 compliant. Microchip’s CryptoAuthentication Library of software allows seamless integration into industry-standard operating systems or customized software stacks for crypto functions. The Trust Platform Development Suite (TPDS) can be used to configure prototypes and prepare them for provisioning at Microchip’s secure factories. Microchip Technology www.microchip.com 3

Electronica Azi International » TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 | To Meet And Exceed Heightened Automotive Secure Authentication Requirements, Microchip Releases Its

14 | Reducing Industrial CO2 Emissions Through Increased Motion Efficiency 18 | Microchip Teams Up with Intelligent Hardware Korea

Latest TrustAnchor Security IC 6 | Energizing Grid Modernization with Analog Devices

(IHWK) to Develop an Analog Compute Platform to

7 | European research project PROGRESSUS paves the way

Accelerate Edge AI/ML Inferencing

for decarbonization with improved power grid resilience 8 | Microchip Introduces Industry’s Most Complete Solution

20 | RZ/T2L EtherCAT Servo Motor Application 24 | Cordless power tools 26 | New Open Source HW/SW solution from MIKROE

for 800G Active Electrical Cables (AECs) Used for Generative AI Networks

enables many hundreds of Click boards to be hot9

plugged into Linux development environment 28 | A More Sustainable Factory 30 | European Ecodesign − Energy Efficiency. What’s next? 35 | More solutions offerings to maximize OEM value 28

9 | Microchip Expands Development Ecosystem With MPLAB® XC-DSC Compiler With Flexible Licensing Options 10 | Microchip’s Detroit Automotive Technology Center is the 35 | Advanced Rework Technology invests in latest solder

Destination for Automotive Clients 14

and rework technology to ensure productivity and high quality 37 | Renesas Introduces 32-bit RX MCU with High-Speed, High-Precision Analog Front End for High-End Industrial Sensor Systems 38 | Mouser Electronics Offers a Wide Range of Technical eBooks to Empower Industrial Automation 40 | Starter board accelerates design using biggest add-on board collection in the world 42 | SECORA™ Pay security solution “lights up” payment cards

11 | New 32-Bit MCU Features an Embedded Hardware Security Module to Safeguard Industrial and Consumer Applications

with LEDs to enhance contactless payment experience 44 | Mouser Electronics Shines Light on LED and Lighting Solutions with Extensive Resource Hub

12 | onsemi Opens State-of-the-Art Systems Application Lab for Electric Vehicles in Europe

46 | Sensors with convincing cost effectiveness on conveyor lines and in the packaging industry

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Energizing Grid Modernization with Analog Devices At ENLIT 2023, Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) will be demonstrating its holistic view of the energy grid, and the company’s solutions for grid modernization, from renewable energy generation to energy storage, grid digitalization, and charging infrastructure. Regardless of complexity, ADI solutions aim to simplify the paradigm into energy conversion, energy management, and energy storage. New Shunt-Based Polyphase Energy Meter Solution Analog Devices’ 2nd generation of isolated ADCs brings significant improvements for shunt-based energy measurements in terms of form factor, performance, and EMI. A polyphase AC energy meter solution will be shown, measuring 3-phases and the neutral to be used in utility electric meters, as well as ‘behindthe-meter’ applications. Smart Meter Portfolio Analog Devices offers a wide variety of single-phase and polyphase solutions to meet different smart meter use cases. This demo will show ADI solutions spanning from its innovative mSure® self-calibration, meter accuracy monitoring with advanced tamper detection, to its power management solutions with supercap chargers. Class S Power Quality Monitoring Solution Power Quality Monitoring is becoming more critical for the reliability and stability of the grid as a variety of DERs (Distributed Energy Resources) are getting connected. Furthermore, being able to measure the Power Quality being delivered gives better insights to improve energy efficiency and optimize uptime of the end equipment. This demo will show the ADI solution for a certified IEC 61000-4-30 Class S Power Quality Meter. 6

DC Metering Solutions The need to measure DC is expanding with the increase in DC fast chargers for electric vehicles, as well as a variety of grid systems operating on DC power. Analog Devices is showing the latest solution that is a fit for both AC as well as DC applications. Power Conversion Solutions The increase in renewable DERs creates a need for improved grid stability. Bi-directional on-board chargers (OBCs) such as this 11 kW OBC featuring ADI’s new Smart Switch product family, enable electric vehicles to contribute their energy to the grid and deliver grid stability and peak shaving when needed most. Energy Storage Solutions Energy Storage Systems are essential to stabilise the grid with increased onboarding of renewable generation, and annual deployment is forecast to increase 6-fold by 2030. This demo is a complete BMS system for Li-ion battery Energy Storage that highlights ADI’s highest accuracy BMS, most robust isolated communications and MCU hardware and software.

EV AC Charging Solutions The addition of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment on the grid is expanding quickly, but needs to accelerate even further. ADI empowers our customers to build their own charging system quickly and easily, with the help of 2 open reference designs: a 22kW AC Wallbox (Level 2) platform with metrology and charge controller, and a 3.6kW AC Cordset (Level 1) reference design. ADI Speaking Program at ENLIT 2023: Summit Panel Session: Achieving a Net Zero Industry Patrick Morgan, Corporate Vice President, Automotive Electrification & Sustainable Energy Date: November 29, 2023 Time: 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM Empowering Grid Intelligence, Security, and Flexibility Through Advancements in Semiconductor Technologies Dermot O’Keeffe, Product Line Director, Smart Grid Solution Group Date: November 29, 2023 Time: 16:15 PM – 16:30 PM Enabling EV Charging Infrastructure to Support e-Mobility on the Grid Wayne Meyer, Marketing Director, Automotive Electrification and Sustainable Energy Group Enabling EV Charging Infrastructure to Support e-Mobility on the Grid Date: November 30, 2023 Time: 11:55 AM – 12:15 PM

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European research project PROGRESSUS paves the way for decarbonization with improved power grid resilience Intelligent management of power loads and power sources can make existing power networks more robust in order to handle the growing share of green energy. At the conclusion of the PROGRESSUS research project 22 project partners presented the project’s results in Bari, Italy. Among other things, a solution was introduced which would make it possible to operate ten to fifteen times more electric car charging stations on a single network connection. In addition, a strategy for tracking electricity from generation all the way to consumption was presented. PROGRESSUS focused on three central topics: Efficient energy conversion, intelligent electricity management and secure network monitoring. The Electronic Components and Systems for European Leadership Joint Undertaking (ECSEL-JU) and the governments of Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Slovakia and Spain supported PROGRESSUS with almost 20 million euros. A total of 22 project partners from industry and research participated beginning on 1 April 2020; the project was led by Infineon Technologies AG. “Decarbonization and electrification go hand in hand. Our power grids will have to perform better and become more stable if they are to handle the growing power volumes and fluctuations in the supply and demand of electricity. This means we need new solutions,” said Thomas Zollver, Senior Vice President Technology & Innovation of the Infineon Connected Secure Systems division. https://international.electronica-azi.ro

“The joint research project PROGRESSUS has succeeded in developing a significant number of technologies that can make our existing networks more resilient. The project is thus making an important contribution to freeing our modern lives from fossil energy sources and protecting our climate for future generations.” The project developed highly efficient electric power converters what minimizes loss while integrating battery storage systems and renewable energy sources such as photovoltaics: The converters integrate ultra-fast sensors and SiC MOSFETs which can be switched at considerably higher speeds. This makes them suitable for use in new, innovative charge management systems for battery-electric vehicles which reduce the peak power consumption at the site level by as much as 90 percent, without significantly longer charging times. As an alternative the intelligent charging algorithm can support ten to fifteen times more charging stations on the same network connection. Hardware-based security solutions provide the best possible protection of the communications and data in the power network’s critical infrastructure against manipulation. These solutions also serve as a basis for tracking the energy provided from the point of generation all the way to its consumption. This makes it possible for consumers to prove they are using green electricity. Joint energy management of multiple buildings can also help relieve power networks.

PROGRESSUS project partners have simulated this kind of energy management system based on real data from 16 buildings with photovoltaic systems and energy storage systems. The result: This kind of joint energy management could reduce electricity peak demands present in the public network by an average up to 80 percent, without a negative impact on customers’ needs. This value for the case investigated depends on the season, weather conditions and the configuration of the PV and storage systems. The findings of the PROGRESSUS project constitute an important contribution to the new products and services which support the achievement of European climate targets. The 22 partners of the PROGRESSUS research project • Ceus UG (DE) • Centre Tecnològic de Telecomunicacions de Catalunya (ES) • devolo AG (DE) • ElaadNL (NL) • Enel X Way S.r.l. (IT) • Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (DE) • Greenflux Assets BV (NL) • Heliox (NL) • Hybrid Energy Storage Solutions S.L. (ES) • Infineon Technologies AG (DE) • Iquadrat Informatica S.L. (ES) • Consorzio Nazionale Interuniversitario per la Nanoelettronica (IT) • Acondicionamiento Tarrasense (LEITAT) (ES) • Mixed Mode GmbH (new company name: Ingenics Digital GmbH) (DE) • Politecnico di Bari (IT) • R-DAS, s.r.o. (SK) • STMicroelectronics S.r.l. (IT) • Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (SK) • TH Köln (DE) • Delft University of Technology (NL) • Eindhoven University of Technology (NL) • University of Messina (IT)

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Microchip Introduces Industry’s Most Complete Solution for 800G Active Electrical Cables (AECs) Used for Generative AI Networks New META-DX2C 800G retimer is supported by a complete hardware and software reference design with key Microchip components The rise of generative AI and AI/ML technologies is fueling demand for more highspeed connections and, in turn, the push toward 800G connectivity in backend data center networks and applications. This can be optimally addressed using Active Electrical Cables (AECs), but there are numerous design and development hurdles for cable vendors to overcome. To address this, Microchip Technology Inc. announces an accelerated development path for these Quad Small Form Factor Pluggable Double Density (QSFP-DD) and Octal Small Form Factor Pluggable (OSFP) AEC cable products using its META-DX2C 800G retimer. The retimer is supported by a comprehensive solution for 800G AEC product development including a hardware reference design and complete Common Management Interface Specification (CMIS) software package to minimize development resources needed for cable manufacturers. The META-DX2C retimer uses high-performance, long-reach 112G SerDes that can support up to 40 dB reach, enabling the design of thinner and longer AECs that are 8

crucial for dense hyperscaler infrastructure buildouts. Additionally, Microchip is offering a fully validated paddle card hardware reference design and a software package that implements the CMIS software in a Microchip 32-bit PIC32 microcontroller. Microchip’s META-DX2C compact retimer can also solve similar connectivity challenges in high-capacity data center switches and routers where high density and data rates create signal integrity problems. “Generative AI is impacting how data center infrastructure is being built and the amount of network connectivity that is required, in a big way,” said Alan Weckel, co-founder and analyst with the market research firm 650 Group. “To address this challenge, hyperscalers need solutions that are very high bandwidth as well as low power and low cost. We are seeing a transition to active electrical cables as the optimal solution for this challenge. Microchip’s META-DX2C 800G AEC retimer is aligned with this trend and is the type of solution needed to enable growth in this area.”

“The newest and most compact member of our META-DX2 Ethernet PHY family leverages Microchip’s unique breadth of microcontrollers and other key components to provide a complete reference design that accelerates AEC product development, reduces resource investments and simplifies supply-chain management,” said Maher Fahmi, vice president for Microchip’s communications business unit. “The METADX2C retimer enables AEC connections for the high-density networks that are needed for generative AI applications”. Development Package Microchip ’s META-DX2C 800G AEC solution is supported by a paddle card reference design that includes the METADX2C retimer, PIC32 microcontroller, oscillators, buck regulator and linear voltage regulator, all from Microchip. The included software development kit supports the CMIS 5.2 specification. Microchip Technology www.microchip.com Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

Microchip Expands Development Ecosystem With MPLAB® XC-DSC Compiler With Flexible Licensing Options Specifically optimized for dsPIC® Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs), new compiler licenses are custom tailored for real-time applications With the rapid growth of the industrial and autonomous vehicles markets, there is an ever-increasing demand for software tools that enable faster and more efficient coding and debugging in realtime control applications. To better serve developers utilizing dsPIC® Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs), which are often employed in real-time control systems, Microchip Technology has launched the MPLAB® XC-DSC Compiler. The latest addition to Microchip’s compiler line, the MPLAB XC-DSC is optimized to allow developers to write and debug efficient, high-performance code for dsPIC DSCs with greater ease and efficiency. dsPIC DSCs combine the high performance of a Digital Signal Processor (DSP) with the simplicity of a standard microcontroller (MCU) to meet the requirements of time-critical embedded applications. The MPLAB XC-DSC compiler PRO license unlocks access to optimizations that allow designers to minimize code size, generate faster code and reduce memory and power requirements and access the full https://international.electronica-azi.ro

potential of DSC designs. Unlike traditional licensing options, Microchip offers access to the software on a per-project or as-needed basis, reducing cost and increasing flexibility. License options: • Workstation License – installed and executed on up to three host machines for use by a single engineer • Network Server License – installed on a server and can be accessed by any machine on the network, one at a time • Subscription License – similar to a workstation license with a monthly renewal • Site License – can be simultaneously accessed by a number of machines/ users at the same time MPLAB XC compilers provide support for Linux®, macOS® and Windows® operating systems, enabling designers to use their platform of choice for embedded development.

Development Tools MPLAB XC compilers simplify the design process and accelerate time to market by providing a comprehensive toolchain of compatible compilers and debugger/programmers that work seamlessly within the MPLAB X Integrated Development Environment (IDE). MPLAB X IDE is a versatile, multi-platform and free software program that reduces the learning curve and tool investments required for software development. Pricing and Availability The MPLAB XC-DSC Compiler is available for free on Microchip’s website. PRO optimization licensing options start as low as $44 USD. For additional information or to purchase a license, contact a Microchip sales representative, authorized worldwide distributor or visit Microchip’s Purchasing and Client Services website, www.microchipdirect.com. Microchip Technology www.microchip.com 9

Microchip’s Detroit Automotive Technology Center is the Destination for Automotive Clients The 24,000-square-foot facility includes new high-voltage and E-Mobility labs, as well as technical training rooms for automotive clients to develop and optimize designs The automotive industry is evolving at a rapid pace, with E-Mobility and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) driving the market’s need for innovative solutions. Microchip Technology, a leading provider of smart, connected and secure embedded control solutions, today announces the expansion of its Detroit Automotive Technology Center in Novi, Michigan. The 24,000-square-foot facility is the destination for automotive clients to explore new technologies and to meet with technical experts to get support for their end applications and designs. Microchip has been part of the Detroit community since 1999, when it first opened its doors as an application and sales office. With the recent completion of phase three of its expansion project, Microchip has more than doubled its lab space, including the addition of new labs that focus on high-voltage and E-Mobility applications. This larger facility will also bring more technology-related jobs to the region. Located in the heart of the automotive industry, and with top tier OEMs, suppli10

ers and startups operating in the region, Novi is a key location for Microchip’s Detroit Automotive Technology Center and easily accessible to help OEMs with their design challenges. The key capabilities of the Detroit Automotive Technology Center include: • Dedicated high-voltage lab for demonstrations of reference designs featuring Microchip’s silicon carbide mSiC™ solutions, dsPIC® Digital Signal Controllers (DSCs) and our wide breadth of analog and mixed-signal solutions • Support for central compute and zonal networks in ADAS platforms using Microchip’s PCIe® Gen 4 and Gen 5 switching hardware, single-pair Ethernet devices and development tools • Human Machine Interface (HMI) lab to support the development of full-width cockpit displays; touchscreens; Knob-onDisplay™ (KoD™) solutions; and buttons, sliders, and wheels with EMC testing • USB and networking development resources for pre-certification of multime-

dia infotainment systems and media hubs for advanced USB Type-C®2 protocol applications • Die- and product-level characterization of automotive MEMS resonators and oscillators, including vacuum and waferscale probe and test, long-term aging, frequency stability, phase noise and jitter test capability • Development of automotive security solutions using Microchip’s Crypto Automotive™ TrustAnchor ICs, and onsite security training to learn how to implement secure elements in applications such as secure boot, message and hardware authentication and more Microchip also offers a broad portfolio of ISO 26262 functional safety ready and functional safety compliant devices that offer the latest hardware safety features and are supported by a comprehensive safety ecosystem. For more information, click here. Microchip Technology www.microchip.com Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

New 32-Bit MCU Features an Embedded Hardware Security Module to Safeguard Industrial and Consumer Applications Highly configurable PIC32CZ CA devices are available with a 300 MHz Arm® Cortex®-M7 processor Industrial and consumer application designers must consider implementing security functionality in their devices during the development process as security threats evolve and become more sophisticated. To allow designers to easily integrate security into their applications, Microchip Technology announces a new family of PIC32CZ CA 32-bit microcontrollers with a 300 MHz Arm Cortex-M7 processor, an integrated Hardware Security Module (HSM), and a wide range of connectivity and Flash memory options for added flexibility. The new family of PIC32CZ CA devices includes the PIC32CZ CA90 with a HSM or the PIC32CZ CA80 without the integrated HSM. The HSM in the PIC32CZ CA90 is a monolithic solution that provides advanced security for industrial and consumer applications. The HSM operates as a secure subsystem with a separate MCU on board that runs the firmware and security features including hardware secure boot, key storage, cryptographic acceleration, true random number generator and more. https://international.electronica-azi.ro

For products that require added security, factory provisioning is available on the PIC32CZ CA90 which, upon completion, provides customers with pre-provisioned devices ready to be deployed. Microchip’s Trust Platform Development Suite is an inhouse secure provisioning tool that enables a secure supply chain channel at scale or in low-volume production. “The PIC32CZ CA microcontrollers make it easier for our customers to implement embedded security features into their design,” said Rod Drake, corporate vice president of Microchip’s MCU32 business unit. “These are extremely versatile MCUs with the option of factory provisioning at low-volume production and other customizable configurations such as connectivity and memory to fit many different requirements.” The PIC32CZ CA MCUs can be configured using a wide range of connectivity options including USART/UART, I2C, SPI, CAN FD, High-Speed USB and Gigabit Ethernet. The Ethernet option includes Audio Video Bridging (AVB) and Precision Time Protocol (PTP) based

on the IEEE 1588 standard. These devices are scalable with 2, 4 or 8 MB of on-board Flash, 1 MB of SRAM and Error Correction Code (ECC) memory to mitigate data corruption. The PIC32CZ CA devices are the latest 32-bit MCUs to join Microchip’s broad portfolio of PIC32 and SAM families that provide high-performance, functional capabilities and many features to customize and create innovative products. Development Tools The devices are supported by the PIC32CZ CA90 Curiosity Ultra Development Board, the PIC32CZ CA80 Curiosity Ultra Development Board and MPLAB® Harmony v3 to test, program and debug in the design phase. Pricing and Availability The PIC32CZ CA80 is available for $14.80 each in 10,000-unit quantities and the PIC32CZ CA90 is available for $15.54 each in 10,000unit quantities in a BGA 208 package. Microchip Technology www.microchip.com 11

onsemi Opens State-of-the-Art Systems Application Lab for Electric Vehicles in Europe Lab enables in-house testing to develop next-gen innovations for automotive and power conversion systems What’s New: onsemi (Nasdaq: ON) today opened an application test lab in Piestany, Slovakia, focused on the advancement of system solutions for battery/plug-in hybrid/electric vehicles (xEVs) and energy infrastructure (EI) power conversion systems. The state-ofthe-art systems applications lab provides specialized equipment to develop and test next-generation silicon (Si) and silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor solutions in collaboration with automotive OEMs, Tier 1s and EI providers. Why it Matters: Modern semiconductor devices are essential for highly efficient power conversion in xEV powertrains and charging, as well as applications in renewable energy. The new lab will play a central role in ensuring that the devel12

opment of future power products results in highly differentiated, value-add solutions tailored to customers’ specific requirements. About the Lab: The new facility consists of two high-voltage power labs that focus on systems and device level development as well as evaluation of SiC/Si traction inverters and ACDC/DCDC power converters. Laser welding facilities, mechanical clean rooms and workshops further enable fast prototyping and testing of next-generation system solutions. Evaluation capabilities for the nextgeneration system solutions include: • Continuous 24/7 testing • Internally developed and patented

software and hardware solutions to support high-voltage power cycling via space vector modulation (SVM) and sinusoidal pulse width modulation (SPWM) • High-accuracy logging devices for assessing SiC and Si health and reliability • Simulation of the harsh conditions faced by inverters during operation, testing liquid-cooled devices at temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees C and up to 220 degrees C • Wider range of industry-recognized software allows for the programing of FPGAs and ARM microcontrollers on site, as well as qualification testing, data analysis and 3D modeling onsemi www.onsemi.com Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

TECHNOLOGY

Reducing Industrial CO2 Emissions Through Increased Motion Efficiency Author: Maurice O’Brien, Director, Strategic Marketing, Industrial Automation Analog Devices

This article will delve into two essential focal points to improve CO2 reduction in the industrial sector: • Increased energy efficiency through increased deployment of motor drives • The impact of digital transformation strategies to deliver increased manufacturing efficiency

Why We Need to Reduce Industrial CO2 Emissions Now! Consumers today are looking for lower carbon products and services. Governments around the world are increasing regulations to reduce carbon emissions to meet their net zero greenhouse gas emissions targets. Navigating the path to net zero will create new opportunities for industrial manufacturing companies to embrace new technologies to accelerate lower carbon manufacturing.

al GDP, displace up to 33% of the world population, and cost trillions of dollars in annual disaster-related losses.

The Paris Agreement in 2015 set out a plan to limit global warming to 1.5°C by 2050. Meeting the 1.5°C target in 2050 requires a >80% reduction in current CO2 emissions. The current trajectory is toward global warming of 1.9°C to 2.9°C, which will lead to a significant reduction in glob14

The world has already warmed by 1.1°C and experts say that it is likely to breach 1.5°C in the 2030s. The challenge to meet the 1.5°C target is significant. It will require a shift in investment away from fossil fuels and toward energy efficiency, renewables, and nuclear power generation as well as carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) along with other low carbon areas. Figure 1 outlines a path to the 1.5°C target by reducing CO2 emissions to 6 Gt CO2, as covered in World Energy Outlook 2019.1 This study includes two major sections: the Stated Policies Scenario and the Sustainable Development Scenario. The Stated Policies Scenario con-

siders only specific policy initiatives that have already been announced. The Sustainable Development Scenario describes a pathway that enables the world to meet climate, energy access, and air quality goals, and is fully compliant with the Paris Agreement. At the same time, it maintains a strong focus on the reliability and affordability of energy for a growing global population. The largest reduction in CO2 emission identified as part of the Paris Agreement is efficiency at 37%.1 Global energy-related CO2 emissions grew by 0.9% in 2022, reaching a new high of over 36.8 Gt. Emissions from industry declined by 1.7% to 9.2 Gt in 2022. With 25% of CO2 emissions coming from industry in 20221, accelerating industrial energy efficiency investments will be a key part of the path to net zero emissions in 2050. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

DESIGN SOLUTIONS » Increased Motion Efficiency

Figure 1

CO2 emissions reductions by measure in the Sustainable Development Scenario relative to the Stated Policies Scenario.1

Higher Efficiency Industrial Motors Can Significantly Reduce Industrial CO2 Emissions The global electricity supply in 2022 was 28,642 terawatt-hours, contributing 13.6 Gt of carbon emissions (36% of global CO2 emissions in 2022).2 Industry consumes 30% of global electricity and within industry, electric motors make up 69% of power consumption.3 With ~450 Mu of motors installed in the industry and ~52 Mu new motors installed in 2022 (split between brownfield upgrades and greenfield developments), new higher efficiency motion assets are significantly reducing electricity consumption and CO2 emissions. Motors are used across industrial applications to drive pumps, fans, compressed air systems, material handling, processing systems, and more. It is estimated that if all deployed motor driven systems were operated at maximum efficiency, it would reduce global electricity demand by 10% and remove 2490 Mt of CO2 emission in 20303 (see Figure 2).

It is estimated that 70% to 80% of all deployed motors today are grid connected and would benefit from being connected to an inverter or variable speed drive (VSD) to reduce energy consumption. The addition of a rectifier, DC bus, and a 3phase inverter stage creates an inverter with variable frequency and variable voltage output that is applied to the motor to enable variable speed control. This inverter driven motor significantly reduces energy consumption by running the motor at the optimum speed for the load and application. Examples include higher efficiency pumps and fans. When added to the existing motor of a pump, fan, or compressor, an inverter can typically reduce power consumption by ~25%.4

The Important Role of Motor Energy Regulations Intelligent motion control solutions are delivering and will continue to deliver significant reductions in energy consumption by moving more applications from fixed speed motors to high efficiency motors and VSDs, in part driven by energy efficiency regulations. This reduction in energy consumption will enable more sustainable manufacturing with reduced CO2 emissions. To accelerate the deployment of higher efficiency motor driven systems, the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) has contributed to the definition of energy-efficient electric motor standards. This includes the IEC 60034-2-1 test standard for electric motors and the IEC 6003430-1 classification scheme comprised of four levels of motor efficiency (IE1 through IE4). These standards have made it easier to compare efficiency levels between motor manufacturers. They also provide a reference for governments to specify the efficiency levels for their minimum energy performance standards (MEPS), helping countries to meet their energy efficiency and carbon dioxide emissions targets.

Increased Energy Efficiency Through Increased Deployment of Motor Drives The most basic and lowest efficiency motion solutions are based on a grid-con-

nected or AC-powered, 3-phase motor that uses a switchgear to provide on/off control and protection circuitry. These basic motion solutions run at a relatively fixed speed, independent of any load variation. Adjustments in output variables (such as fluid flow in pumps and fans) are implemented with mechanical controls such as throttles, dampers, and valves, whereas significant speed changes are implemented with gears.

For higher performance motion control applications, a VSD enables accurate torque, velocity, and position control. To achieve this, current and position measurement are added into the basic openloop inverter drive. Conveyors, winding, printing, and extrusion machinery are typical examples of these applications. It is estimated that between 20% and 30% of all deployed motors in industry are inverter driven or connected to a VSD. By moving more deployed motion assets from grid-connected motors to inverter driven or VSDs, we can significantly reduce the energy consumption and CO2 emissions of the ~450 Mu of motors deployed in industry.

Figure 2 Industrial motors key statistics. https://international.electronica-azi.ro

TECHNOLOGY

IEC 60034-1 Efficiency Classes: • IE1 Standard Efficiency • IE2 High Efficiency • IE3 Premium Efficiency • IE4 Super Premium Efficiency Significant progress has been made by governments worldwide to set MEPS for motors. Since 2020, countries consuming 76% of global electric motor system electricity have introduced MEPS for motors at either the IE2 or IE3 level, contributing to reduced industrial electricity consumption.5

Digital Transformation Strategies to Deliver Increased Manufacturing Efficiency VSDs use data from voltages, currents, position, temperature, power, and energy consumption combined with external sensors for monitoring vibration, and other process variables. With a converged information technology/operating technology (IT/OT) Ethernet network, motion applications are networked together communicating data and motion insights to cloud-based data storage or on-premises storage.

The MES can then identify deployed motors that are being operated significantly below their nominal rated output, resulting in underutilization and increased electricity consumption. Another critical capability is identifying deployed motors that operate too near to or slightly above their rated output, which also results in increased electricity consumption and potential lifetime issues. In a large manufacturing installation with several hundred to several thousand motors deployed, digital transformation strategies are especially crucial to reducing electricity consumption and CO2. World Economic Forum – Sustainable Lighthouse Network The World Economic Forum’s Shaping the Future of Advanced Manufacturing and Value Chains platform has set up the Global Lighthouse Network, which recognizes top leaders in manufacturing as lighthouses.7 The World Economic Forum’s Global Lighthouse Network showcases real-world examples of how digital transformation strategies are accelerating the reduction of CO2 emissions in industry.8 It is a community of manufacturers using advanced technologies to drive new innovations in smart manufacturing to increase productivity and sustainability.

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Total cost of ownership for motor system. © ADI

In the EU, since July 1, 2021, a minimum efficiency class of IE3 (Premium Efficiency) is required for motors from 0.75 kW to 1000 kW. A minimum of IE2 (High Efficiency) is required for smaller motors from 0.12 kW to 0.75 kW. Starting July 1, 2023, the MEPS will increase to IE4 (Super Premium Efficiency) for motors between 75 kW and 200 kW in the EU. When we look at the total cost of ownership of a motor driven system over the life of its deployment, 70% of the total cost is electricity compared to 5% for the purchase of the motor and 20% for the maintenance of the motors (see Figure 3).6 Therefore, by deploying more efficient motion driven systems, we can significantly reduce the operation cost of industrial motors while also reducing CO2 emissions. 16

Motion data and insights are now more accessible and can be analyzed by powerful cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize manufacturing flows, reducing the energy consumption and CO2 emissions created in manufacturing. Access to motion insights extends equipment lifespans, improves manufacturing quality, and reduces unplanned downtime and material wastage while increasing safety in manufacturing plants. Motor driven systems are now integrating advanced sensing, signal processing, edge AI, and connectivity solutions to create motion data and insights at the Intelligent Edge. These new insights are communicated to the manufacturing execution system (MES) (see Figure 4).

As of January 2023, the Global Lighthouse Network comprises 132 manufacturing sites worldwide, including 13 sustainability lighthouses.8 Schneider Electric’s Le Vaudreuil factory is one of the sustainability lighthouses at the forefront of digital transformation.9 The Le Vaudreuil facility has demonstrated the impact of data-driven insights to catalyze more sustainable manufacturing by • Reducing power use by 25% • Reducing material waste by 17% • Reducing CO2 emissions by 25% Conclusion The path to net zero will create new opportunities for industrial manufacturing companies to embrace new technologies to accelerate lower carbon manufacturing. Increased industrial activity (almost half of which occurs in China and India) will double the number of deployed motors in use by 2040.10 Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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Figure 4 Key technologies to deliver motion insights.

Therefore, the CO2 reduction impact and the business opportunity size for new higher efficiency motor driven systems will increase significantly. At Analog Devices, we are fully dedicated to driving automation toward a more sustainable and efficient future. Our advanced technologies and solutions are designed to support the next generation of manufacturing systems, focusing on improving every level of efficiency from precise motion control and seamless connectivity to enhanced insights and analytics at the edge. To learn more about ADI’s motion solutions, please visit analog.com/intelligentmotion.

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About the author: Maurice O’Brien is the director of strategic marketing for industrial automation at Analog Devices. He is responsible for delivering industrial automation focused, system -level solutions. Prior to this role, Maurice spent 3 years working on Industrial Ethernet and 15 years working in applications and marketing roles in power management with Analog Devices. He has a B.Eng. in electronic engineering from the University of Limerick, Ireland. ■ Analog Devices www.analog.com

References 1) “World Energy Outlook 2019.” 2) “Electricity Market Report 2023.” 3) Paul Waide and Conrad U. Brunner. “Energy-Efficiency Policy Opportunities for Electric Motor-Driven Systems.” 4) “Program Insights: Variable Frequency Drives.” Consortium for Energy Efficiency, Inc., 2019. 5) “How International Standards for Electric Motor Systems Support Policies of Countries Using These in Their Regulations.” 6) “The Future Is Energy-Efficient, the Future Is Data-Driven.” ABB, 2022. 7) “Global Lighthouse Network: Shaping the Next Chapter of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.” 8) “Global Lighthouse Network.” 9) “New Recognition for Schneider Electric from World Economic Forum.” 10) “World Energy Outlook 2017.”

Microchip Teams Up with Intelligent Hardware Korea (IHWK) to Develop an Analog Compute Platform to Accelerate Edge AI/ML Inferencing Using Microchip’s memBrain™ nonvolatile in-memory compute technology and working with universities, IHWK is creating a SoC processor for neurotechnology devices. To address the rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) computing at the edge of the network and its associated inferencing algorithms, Intelligent Hardware Korea (IHWK) is developing a neuromorphic computing platform for neurotechnology devices and field programmable neuromorphic devices. Microchip Technology, via its Silicon Storage Technology (SST) subsidiary, is assisting with development of this platform by providing an evaluation system for its SuperFlash® memBrain™ neuromorphic memory solution. The solution is based on Microchip’s industryproven nonvolatile memory (NVM) SuperFlash technology and optimized to perform vector matrix multiplication (VMM) for neural networks through an analog in-memory compute approach. The memBrain technology evaluation kit is designed to enable IHWK to demonstrate the absolute power efficiency of its neuromorphic computing platform for running inferencing algorithms at the edge. The end goal is to create an ultra-low-power analog processing unit (APU) for applica18

tions such as generative AI models, autonomous cars, medical diagnosis, voice processing, security/surveillance and commercial drones. As current neural net models for edge inference may require 50 million or more synapses (weights) for processing, it becomes challenging to have enough bandwidth for the off-chip DRAM required by purely digital solutions, creating a bottleneck for neural net computing that throttles overall compute power. In contrast, the memBrain solution both stores synaptic weights in the on-chip floating gate in ultra-low-power sub-threshold mode and uses the same memory cells to perform the computations - offering significant improvements in both power efficiency and system latency. When compared to traditional digital DSP and SRAM/DRAM based approaches, it delivers 10 to 20 times lower power usage per inference decision and can significantly reduce the overall bill of materials. To develop the APU, IHWK is also working with Korea Advanced Institute of Science &

Technology (KAIST), Daejeon, for device development and Yonsei University, Seoul, for device design assistance. The final APU is expected to optimize system-level algorithms for inferencing and operate between 20-80 TeraOPS per Watt, which is the best performance available for a computing-in-memory solution designed for use in battery-powered devices. Permanently storing neural models inside the memBrain solution’s processing element also supports instant-on functionality for real-time neural network processing. IHWK is leveraging SuperFlash memory’s floating gate cells’ nonvolatility to achieve a new benchmark in low-power edge computing devices supporting machine learning inference using advanced ML models. For information contact info@sst.com or the appropriate regional contact listed on the SST website. Microchip Technology www.microchip.com Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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Servo Motor Application Author: Andreas Schwope Sr Staff Application Engineer Renesas Electronics

A servo motor is part of a special group of motor applications. In contrast to simple motor applications like switching on, off or maintaining a constant speed, servo control applications cover more complicated tasks. They precisely control a machine and let it follow a calculated move in time and space domains. Multi-axis robot arms even require several synchronously controlled motors to move the arm in a 3-dimensional room. Servo Motor Drive Motor control parameters are typically related to their positions or shaft angles, which can also include the number of complete 360-degree turnarounds to cover gear effects. Further use case-specific parameters cover dynamic load conditions like torque, acceleration and moment of inertia.

cycle time. They also enable synchronized sensor values for the precise motor drive parameter calculation of coil currents, torque, speed and position. A servo drive is the electronic component driving the servo motor according to its calculated parameters mentioned above. The important parameter torque

is dependent upon the magnetic field strength and is derived from the motor coil currents. Servo drives cover highly dynamic conditions. With nested control loops for target position, speed and torque they precisely drive the motor shafts, while avoiding overload situations at the same time.

To follow a calculated route as precisely as possible, servo controllers always need to know the actual system status of all motors and shafts. When a controller detects a position or speed difference, the control algorithms need to correct the actual motor conditions to reduce and compensate for the measured difference as quickly as possible. For simple relations between the algorithm and the resulting movement, all machine items communicate in equidistant time slots. These slots represent the overall system time base, also known as 20

Figure 1 Servo drive with position, velocity and torque control loops. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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3-Phase Pulse Width Modulation At its output, a servo drive often holds the electronic amplifier circuitry for 3phase synchronous motors. This requires amplifier circuits with 6 transistors for a 3-phase H-Bridge as shown in Figure 2. To generate a magnetic field at a certain rotation speed with a load dependent defined torque inside the motor, the 6 transistors must be precisely controlled by a PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) circuitry.

windings through the transistors and enable the shaft to follow the rotating 3phase magnetic field inside the motor. Motor Encoder In contrast to driven motor coil currents, the shaft position is observed by reading values from an encoder. This electromechanical component is fixed on the shaft and provides a high-resolution value of the actual position.

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3-Phase H-Bridge Amplifier

Because of high-speed motion, jitter and power requirements, the generation of these PWM patterns cannot be created by software. It must be implemented in hardware and continuously controlled and configured by the control algorithm. These PWM patterns drive the motor

This information is the basis of advanced servo motor control applications. Two main encoder types can be selected depending on the use case concerned. Absolute encoders direct give the exact position, while relative encoders only deliver the difference compared to a previous value.

This has the disadvantage of losing the actual position on every system reset. They require a constant monitoring and are more sensitive to position errors as they are not self-correcting with the use of a next absolute value. Absolute encoders communicate with the controller over a serial protocol with a few electrical signals. On the controller side, such encoder interfaces are implemented in hardware for an autonomous read process, fully synchronized to the system cycles. Hardware-based encoder interfaces in servo motor drives are a prerequisite for high-speed and precise motor rotations in short cycle times. Industrial EtherCAT Communication In distributed industrial automation systems, mechanical and electronic components for servo motor control are sometimes spread over a large area. A master PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) hosts the application to run and synchronize all attached entities. Each entity is running one or more local motors or other I/O tasks. The communication between these components is typically based on the IEEE 802.3 Ethernet standard and must support short communication cycles with low jitter for high real-time speed servo motor control tasks, as described above. EtherCAT (Ethernet for Control of Automation Technology) is an Ethernet technology from Beckhoff Automation promoted through the ETG (EtherCAT Technology Group).

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On-the-fly data access in distributed EtherCAT communication systems.

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Figure 4 Relationship between RZ/T2M, RZ/T2L and RZ/N2L.

Along with several other communication protocols, EtherCAT uses a so called EtherCAT Slave Controller (ESC) hardware in all slave network nodes. It uses a simple but extremely effective communication scheme to access data in the Ethernet. Data can be read and written on-the-fly inside every EtherCAT node while the frame is passing through it, enabling all network nodes to be addressed from the PLC with every single EtherCAT frame. This approach makes it an ideal technology for servo motor control applications for high-precision, highperformance requirements with short cycle time at low jitter. RZ/T2 Motor Control Device Family for Industrial Automation The key to the success of a platform-based design approach is scalability to simplify the reuse of hardware and software components for different products. Scalability is accomplished through the same device family architecture by sharing peripheral functions for Ethernet, memories, timer and other interfaces. Renesas implemented this concept in its RZ/T and RZ/N industrial MPU series. These include multiprotocol Ethernet support and high-end, real-time processing for demanding applications like servo motor control. The latest released devices are RZ/T2M, RZ/T2L and RZ/N2L. Figure 4 shows the common architecture and shared features of the RZx2 family. With this family, Renesas aims to replace 22

existing multi-chip solutions in industrial servo control applications with real-time network communication capabilities using a low-power SoC (System on a Chip). The RZ/T2M is a device for highend motor control while covering multiprotocol capabilities on its Industrial Ethernet interfaces at the same time. RZT2 Features The RZ/T2 family combines two 800MHz Arm Cortex-R52 cores on a single chip for separated application and communication domains. For improved real-time motor control performance, the RZ/T2M includes 512kB/16kB Tightly Coupled Memory, 16kB/32kB CPU cache including ECC, and a Low Latency Peripheral Port bus (LLPP) dedicated to its motor interfaces. Aside from the flexible real-time Ethernet communication, 2 Mbyte internal SRAM, external memory and flash interfaces, as well as standard peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and USB, the RZ/T2M includes a set of special controllers for motor and servo control: • 35 timer units for 3-phase PWM waveforms including dead time generation • 2-channel encoder input interface for EnDat, BiSS-C, FA-CODER, A-format and others • 2-channel Delta-Sigma interface • 24-channel 12-bit analog input for different synchronous scan and trigger schemes • Trigonometric Function Unit accelerator • LLPP bus with low access latencies

As motor control must cover functional safety aspects in many use cases, the RZ/T2M includes safety features to securely separate safety from non-safety domains. RZ/T2L as a Stand-alone Motor Solution with EtherCAT The architecture of the smaller RZ/T2L family member includes the high-end application processing for motor servo control from the RZ/T2M, but it limits the industrial communication features to the EtherCAT protocol. This device targets cost-optimized EtherCAT slave nodes, while the servo application software can simply be re-used or transferred between the RZ/T2M and RZ/T2L. The following list shows the main differences of an optimized and less complex use case with a small footprint EtherCAT software: • Single 32-bit Arm Cortex-R52 with 800MHz instead of dual-core architecture • 1MB on-chip SRAM instead of 2MB • 3-port EtherCAT Slave Controller plus one MAC for an Ethernet port without an Ethernet switch • RZ/T2L is only available in a small BGA196 package with reduced number of peripherals With this feature set, the RZ/T2L is the best option for a low-complex, singlechip motor control application with EtherCAT communication. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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RZ/T2L as a Device Replacement Improving System Performance As it is a good alternative for pure EtherCAT products implemented with other multiprotocol devices, like R-IN32M3-EC, RZ/T1 and RZ/N1L, the new RZ/T2L is the ideal and more powerful replacement for the Cortex-R4 based EC-1 as well. The RZ/T2L improves the performance of previously designed systems due to the more powerful CPU and other new features. Examples are the Event Link Controller (ELC) for direct hardware-based reactions on system events, and the Low Latency Peripheral Port bus (LLPP) for high-speed

access to the motor control units. Another RZ/T2L value-add can be in a modular EtherCAT communication architecture. Often a module approach is used to add a new communication technology to an existing system. This can be done through a lean standard interface like SPI without major modifications to the existing product hardware or software design. With its security features, the RZ/T2L is also a good choice as a second safety MCU for safety motor control applications in combination with a main RZ/T2M MPU.

More details about the new RZ/T2L device, available evaluation board, IDE tools with software drivers and related sample applications are available on the Renesas websites: • RZ/T Series MPU | Renesas • RZ/T2L Device ■ Renesas Electronics www.renesas.com

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Principle RZ/T2L Use Cases.

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Considering all trends and requirements in the design Author: Hannah Metzner Corporate Product Manager Power Rutronik

Cordless tools are obviously popular, as they put an end to annoying cables and the search for sockets. The trend is thus moving toward battery-powered tools. However, to ensure the required performance, a few design challenges have to be overcome.

Interest in battery-powered, cordless tools continues to grow. They can be roughly categorized: On the one hand, by the type of electric motor – brushed or brushless – and, on the other hand, by their voltage class. The type of motor has a decisive impact on the electronic components required and the final performance of the tool.

Both criteria, type of motor and voltage/ power class, result in the performance of the tool, i.e. how long it can operate with one battery charge. The components of the motor controller for the BLDC motors must be perfectly matched to each other in order to ensure field-oriented control (FOC) with comparatively very high efficiency.

The voltage class determines the operating voltage of the motor (3.6 V to 120 V) and thus directly or indirectly the battery stack voltage and the associated capacity and physical size of the battery. It also dictates the power of the tool – from small 12 V (or less) DIY products, standard 18 V category tools, and heavier, more powerful 36 V and 72 V tools, which can replace internal combustion-powered equipment, all the way up to 120 V saws. Each of these categories has different design requirements in terms of ergonomics, battery safety, thermal management, motor controller, and additional functions such as communication or safety.

Market trends influence the design To guarantee competitive products, it is important to consider certain market requirements in addition to technical ones (Figure). Current trends in cordless power tools include cost-optimized devices with a high level of energy efficiency that can be integrated into the Internet of Things (IoT) as well as the increased use of brushless DC motors (BLDC) and the transition from internal combustion engines to electric drives, e.g. in chainsaws. As a result, the avoidance of electronic waste is also becoming more and more important. Market trends place their own requirements on the design of cordless power tools. © Infineon

Increasing energy efficiency The service life can be enhanced by using larger batteries. However, more weight gain and possibly a larger end device accompany this. Especially with regard to optimizing tool ergonomics, a motor controller that works effectively within the size constraints is required. Growing share of BLDC motors Recent technological developments have enabled efficient brushless motors. Although they are currently still more expensive than comparable brushed models, they offer many advantages: They have no brush wear, they do not generate brush sparking, they are lighter and quieter, they allow more precise control, and they consume less energy. No wonder BLDC motors are becoming increasingly popular. Experts expect brushless motors to be fitted in two out of three cordless power tools by 2025. Optimizing costs Cost optimization is a permanent trend in every market. Nevertheless, how can suppliers meet price expectations? One way is by utilizing high-efficiency circuits with lower self-heating and less internal losses. The size and capacity of the battery pack can also be smaller, if necessary. In addition, a higher current-carrying capacity of the power semiconductors with a more compact installation space may lead to a reduction in prices. Finally, integrated designs reduce purchasing and logistics costs. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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IoT-enabled and more sustainable More and more everyday devices are capable of collecting and transmitting data. This also applies to power tools. A networked power tool not only has the ability to find its location but can also check its performance history and condition at any time. In the future, tools may even be able to automatically adapt their torque to the type of bit or blade being used. Regardless of future developments: Implementing connectivity is key to offering a competitive product. Battery-powered tools are definitely more climate-friendly than those with internal combustion engines, as they do not run on fossil fuels and are more energy-efficient. Nevertheless, what about the electronic waste? Unnecessary auxiliary equipment like special chargers are a prime example of electronic waste. In order to reduce it, several countries have already introduced corresponding regulations, e.g. on mandatory universal chargers. USB-C chargers can currently only be used in power tools with low voltage (max. 20 V at 5 A); but in the near future, there will be a new power class up to 240 W with a maximum of 48 V at 5 A. Components for competitive tools Infineon’s portfolio offers suitable components to meet all these requirements. For example, the MOSFETs from Infineon are ideal for motor controllers and chargers. The type of power MOSFETs used – as in any application – has a direct impact on the overall system performance. That is why choosing the right technology is essential. For the motor controller inverter, the supplier offers low-voltage MOSFETs in various packages. Their high nominal currents allow for increased current-carrying capacity. Further, the components withstand high surge currents during start-up and braking and should the rotor be blocked. Ultra-low RDSon, high efficiency, and high power density characterize the best-in-class OptiMOS family. This makes it perfect for applications with high switching frequency. For designs with low switching frequency and high current capability, the StrongIRFET-2 family is the perfect choice. It has been designed with rugged industrial applications in mind. When it comes to charging solutions, thermal management is essential, especially for high-performance tools, to ensure safe operating conditions and to maintain system temperature limits. On the high-voltage side, this can be achieved with the CoolMOS super-junction MOSFET family. It enables a higher power level at the same temperature or longer service life at the same power level due to a lower MOSFET temperature. For chargers, its high ESD robustness and low switching losses are also a major advantage. The latter increase the efficiency at higher switching speeds and thus enable smaller inductances. On the low-voltage side, i.e. for the synchronous rectifier (FET) and the load switch, both the OptiMOS family and the StrongIRFET-2 family from Infineon are ideal. Rutronik www.rutronik.com 25 https://international.electronica-azi.ro

New Open Source HW/SW solution from MIKROE enables many hundreds of Click boards to be hot-plugged into Linux development environment “thrilled” BeagleBoard.org Foundation: ”ClickID…is a big step enabling users of… BeagleBoard.org® BeaglePlay® to simply use the well tested code…without needing to search and integrate, just connect and play!” MikroElektronika (MIKROE), the embedded solutions company that dramatically cuts development time by providing innovative hardware and software products based on proven standards, today introduced ClickID a hardware/software (HW/SW) open source solution based on a one-wire device that enables hot-plugging of Click™ or any other mikroBUS™compatible add-on peripheral boards to development boards running embedded Linux or similar OS. Comments Nebojsa Matic, CEO of MIKROE: “Click boards have always featured the standardized mikroBUS™ sockets which represented a big step forward in the embedded industry as it enabled embedded boards to be more modular and easily upgradable by quickly adding and chang26

ing hardware in the form of mikroBUScompatible add-on boards such as Clicks. Now, by adding HW/SW support that is automatically recognized by popular OS, such as Linux, we have eliminated the challenge of configuring a huge range of devices at boot-time with device trees, which is time-consuming and error-prone.” Linux-Based Embedded System Support For Linux-based systems like BeaglePlay®, ClickID simplifies the addition and operation of peripheral add-on boards. ClickID communicates with the operating system kernel using the 1-Wire protocol, enabling automatic recognition of silicon ICs on add-on boards. It delivers manifest files to the operating system, facilitating the loading of appropriate drivers for interfaces such as SPI, I2C, UART, PWM, ADC.

For more information on ClickID and its compatibility with Linux-based systems, visit MIKROE’s Learn Page to explore the possibilities of utilizing Click boards with a Linux image. Comments Christine Long, CEO of Beagle Board.org Foundation: “At BeagleBoard.org®, we are obsessed with improving developer experiences, especially for new users. We are thrilled to see MIKROE introduce ClickID and to adopt mikroBUS manifests we’ve introduced for future versions of Linux. This is a big step enabling users of boards like our Beagle Board. org® BeaglePlay® to simply use the well tested code that is already there without needing to search and integrate, just connect and play!” MikroElektronika www.mikroe.com Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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A More Sustainable Factory Author: Eric Halvorson Partnership Marketing Manager II – Strategic programs DigiKey

Because of this, it’s becoming more important than ever to find sustainable solutions. Nearly one-third of the world’s electrical use is from manufacturing. We have a unique opportunity within manufacturing to keep pushing innovation forward, produce less waste and limit our carbon footprint. While there is a lot of work to be done, it’s an exciting time to think about the factory of the future. Microgrids and the benefits to factories A microgrid is an electrical grid that while usually connected to a centralized grid, can operate independently if needed. In manufacturing, a microgrid could be utilized to supply power for a factory during peak periods and allow manufacturers to operate independent of larger main power grids, thereby putting less stress on the overall grid. This also limits the likelihood of a power outage, which has increased by more than two thirds in the past 20 years. 28

The world is going through a transformation, looking to build a more sustainable future. Manufacturing is setting the stage for other industries, and the world, about what is possible. We’re at an inflection point – we are facing an aging infrastructure, a power grid that hasn’t been updated in decades and a society that continues to need more and more power. As our power needs keep increasing, the current power grid is aging and can’t keep up. When there is a loss of power, the disruption to production can be astronomical for every hour the power is out. By moving toward microgrids, manufacturers can: • Reduce their carbon footprint helping them move toward a goal of attaining net-zero. • Avoid costly outages that happen when there is a power disruption caused by weather or something else. • Help reduce the strain on the main grid by removing their factory during peak periods, also providing an overall cost reduction in utility usage. A sustainable future The demand on power grids is only increasing. Populations are growing, people are pushing for an all-electric society and consumption of electricity is increasing – all of which strains the current system.

With manufacturing being such a big area of power consumption, there is a lot of opportunity to generate power, store and use it within one system. By moving toward microgrids, it isn’t just equipment within the factory that benefits from this power. Electric vehicle (EV) charging stations can be connected to the microgrid for vehicle fleets, LED lighting, and building environmental controls can benefit as well. A push for direct current in manufacturing A direct current, commonly referred to as a DC, is an electric current that flows in one direction. When it comes to DC and microgrids, it impacts how power is generated for a microgrid, how it is stored and how it’s used. With photovoltaic solar arrays, the power already comes in the form of DC, there is no need to invert the power to DC like you need to with wind or hydroelectric. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

The power is generated, stored, and used as DC, improving efficiency and reducing costs. This is useful when thinking about storing power. Europe leading the way As with much of what’s happened in sustainability, Europe is leading the way. There are companies across Europe that are looking at how to upgrade to DC and looking at the overall benefits and advantages, including a more sustainable future for manufacturing. To promote DC grids and to bring them to the market, industry leaders, academia and researchers founded the Open Direct Current Alliance (ODCA). This group is leading the conversation around the use of DC technology for a more sustainable future and a way to save resources. This is something we expect to see in the United States, but we’re not there yet. They’re also working on developing standard definitions for what sustainable means, because even that can vary greatly across the globe.

DigiKey partners leading the way DigiKey helps manufacturers take advantage of alternative energy sources through the availability of key products essential for their development. Manufacturers leverage our breadth of inventory of in-stock and ready-to-ship products for their designs. We partner with manufacturers such as Schneider Electric and Panduit who are industry leaders in smart manufacturing processes including the development of microgrids and the products necessary to make those designs a reality. – Schneider Electric specializes in digital automation and energy management. They help their customers innovate and run smarter, more energy efficient manufacturing plants. – Panduit helps equipment manufacturers and contract manufacturers organize, connect, and protect electrical wire and cabling systems for optimum performance.

Their solutions help customers achieve their sustainability goals, offering everything from network infrastructure to solar panel solutions. DigiKey and the Factory of Tomorrow At DigiKey, we understand the importance of having the right products available to enable technology and innovation. Our products are ready to ship anywhere around the world. We make it easy for our customers to do business, which is important to the entire DigiKey team. We also offer free tools, like DigiKey’s TechForum, where engineers can find answers to common questions or ask their own questions. A DigiKey technician or engineer, or one of the TechForum’s 7,000 members, will jump in and offer guidance. It’s an incredible resource of some of the brightest minds. There are manufacturers leading the way by using alternative energy sources, creating microgrids and using emerging technology to offset their carbon footprint and promote a more sustainable future. To learn more, check out DigiKey’s Factory of Tomorrow video series. Eric Halvorson is a partnership marketing manager at DigiKey. DigiKey is recognized as the global leader and continuous innovator in the cutting-edge commerce distribution of electronic components and automation products worldwide, providing more than 17.2 million components from over 2,800 quality name-brand manufacturers. ■ DigiKey www.digikey.com

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European Ecodesign − Energy Efficiency What’s next? Author: Patrick Le Fèvre Chief Marketing and Communication Officer Powerbox

As power electronics engineers we have always sought for the highest efficiency power conversion methods, thus minimizing power dissipation and energy consumption. Well before any governmental regulations, the power electronics community has innovated to develop components and topologies that have contributed to saving energy. As energy efficiency regulations have empowered all around the world, further still we have researched into new ways of managing and storing energy but at the same time other environmental parameters have required power electronics manufacturers to integrate Ecological Design (Ecodesign) principles in everything that they do. What will that mean for the power electronics community? From a Vision to the Ecodesign regulation From 1866 when Ernst Haeckel established links between living organisms and their surroundings the ecology has been through a number of steps and cycles. Sim van der Ryn and Stewart Cowan’s research in their book ‘Ecological Design’ developed the concept of integrating human activities with natural processes and was aimed at minimizing the destructive environmental impact. This was followed in 2002 by the publication of William McDonough and Michael Braungart’s manifesto book “From Cradle to Cradle”, and so a lot of initiatives and projects have 30

taken place to develop a circular economy and to preserve natural resources. One practical example is the “Ecodesign” framework directive proposed on August 1, 2003 by the EU Commission for energy-consuming equipment [COM(2003)0453]. At a time when many power supply efficiency levels were peaking at 82%, standby power consumption was not considered an issue, and energy management within final equipment not even a concept, the EU proposed to improve the overall environmental performance for energy-using products (EuP), with a focus

on energy efficiency but also the environmental impact during the overall product lifecycle. April 20, 2004: The EU Parliament adopted a resolution on the proposal of an EU Ecodesign framework directive for energy efficiency and other environmental characteristics of products. On July 6, 2005 the proposal became the directive [2005/32/EC], giving two years to applicable countries to implement. Among a number of products, the directive included external power supplies with a maximum output power of 250W that Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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are intended to work with electrical and electronic household and office equipments [Regulation (EC) No 278/2009]. This directive was updated in October 2019 [Regulation (EU) 2019/1782] and as new technologies are contributing to improved levels of efficiency, it will be revised within a year to add product categories and to adjust threshold values.

labelling regulation reintroduced the original A-G scale, a new calculation method taking real usage in consideration implemented, a QR-Code added (Figure 1). As well, to support consumers, manufactures and retailers, and to ensure a smooth transition from the old labels to the new ones, the European Commission has developed an online database, the European Product Registry for Energy Labelling (EPREL) publicly accessible.

leasing, reusing, repairing, refurbishing and recycling existing materials and products as long as possible. In this way, the life cycle of products is extended. In practice, it implies reducing waste to a minimum. When a product reaches the end of its life, its materials are kept within the economy wherever possible thanks to recycling. These can be productively used again and again, thereby creating further value.

EU Green Deal and Ecodesign From its origin the EU Ecodesign was meant to cover more than energy efficiency, but the complexity was such that the commission took a wise approach to make implementation smooth and acceptable by the industry and consumers.

This is a distinct departure from the traditional, linear economic model that is based on a take-make-consume-throw away pattern. This model relies on large quantities of cheap, easily accessible materials and energy. Also part of this model is planned obsolescence, when a product has been designed to have a limited lifespan to encourage consumers to buy it again.

In March 2020 the European Commission adopted the new circular economy action plan (CEAP) [COM(2020) 98], which is one of the main building blocks of the European Green Deal [COM(2019) 640]. The goal of the EU transition to a circular economy is to reduce pressure on natural resources and to create sustainable growth and jobs within the European community. It is also a prerequisite to achieve the EU’s 2050 climate neutrality target and to halt biodiversity loss. As William McDonough and Michael Braungart wrote 20 years ago, the circular economy is a model of production and consumption that involves sharing,

The current Ecodesign Directive 2009/ 125/EC has a long track record of delivering benefits to businesses, consumers and the environment. In 2021 alone, the impact of the current Ecodesign measures, embracing 31 product groups, saved EUR 120 billion in energy expenditure for EU consumers and led to a 10% lower annual energy consumption by the products in its scope, and it was time to expand the directive to include circular economy. In March 2022 the Commission published a proposal for a new Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

Originally created in 1992, and considering technological advances and improved energy efficiency levels, in 2010 the labelling Ecodesign scaling was redefined as A+++ to D and additional information for consumers e.g., noise levels added. The 2010 scaling was confusing and in 2019 the updated https://international.electronica-azi.ro

Because the EU Ecodesign is very much consumer oriented, a number of activities are supporting them in the choice of buying and using products. For example, an important decision was to make it mandatory for listed products to bear a label indicating the energy efficiency with a comparative scale from the most efficient to least efficient (A to G).

Figure 2 Ecodesign servers and data storage power

supply energy efficiency regulation.

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The proposal establishes a framework to set ecodesign requirements for specific product groups to significantly improve their circularity, energy performance and other environmental sustainability aspects. Among the additional requirement we could highlight product durability, reusability, upgradability and reparability, which have been under discussion for more than five years. Open Public consultation took place from January to May 2023 and is now under discussion for an expected adoption during the first quarter 2024.

The EU Ecodesign directive for energy efficiency in datacenters is similar to the 80 PLUS, and the level similar to Titanium for single outputs, and Platinum for multiple outputs, whilst noticing that the Power Factor Corrector figure of 0.95 is not defined under the same load conditions (Figure 2). Considering the increased demand on datacenters relating to the development of Artificial Intelligence, the regulatory commission may consider to strengthen the level of requirements, which power supply manufacturers are taking into consideration by adopting Wide Band Gap semiconductors and new adaptive control methods. Ahead of future regulations, WBG semiconductors manufacturers are already offering reference kits and application support to exceed the 80 PLUS Titanium and EU Ecodesign 2019/424 requirements, e.g., the Navitas Semiconductors CRPS185 (Figure 3).

tizing extending product life, making products repairable, reusing as much as possible and changing the way we work from “cradle to grave” to “cradle to cradle”. As we presented in 2017 and shared in our white paper “Will the power supply industry adopt the cradle-to-cradle business model?”, we are making good progress and the European Green Deal/Ecodesign will help make things happen. References: POWERBOX (PRBX): https://www.prbx.com EU Ecodesign: https://commission.europa.eu/energy-climate-changeenvironment/standards-tools-and-labels/productslabelling-rules-and-requirements/sustainable-products/ecodesign-sustainable-products-regulation_en European Green Deal: https://commission.europa.eu/strategy-and-policy/priorities-2019-2024/european-green-deal_en European Product Registry for Energy Labelling: https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/screen/home Will the power supply industry adopt the cradleto-cradle business model?: https://www.prbx.com/literature/whitepapers/#WP012 Navitas Semiconductor: https://navitassemi.com ■ Powerbox (PRBX) www.prbx.com

What will be the next step? Energy efficiency has been the priority, but as we have said, EU Ecodesign is about developing a circular economy and priori-

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Ahead of future regulations Among the additional products to be covered by the EU Ecodesign regulation was a requirements for servers and data storage products [EU Regulation 2019/424]. The objective of the regulation was to limit the environmental impact of these products with a set of rules on energy efficiency, such as the minimum efficiency of power supply units, the minimum server efficiency in the active state, the maximum consumption in the idle state, and information on the product operating temperature. The regulation also takes into account circular economy aspects such as extraction of key-components and of critical raw materials, the availability of functionality for secure data deletion, and provision of the latest available versions of firmware. Although originally expected to be enforced in January 2023, but due to the ongoing global supply crisis for semiconductor chips brought about by the

COVID-19 pandemic resulting in power supplies manufacturers facing longer lead times than initially expected for the delivery of critical components, in December 2022 the Commission issued a notice [2022/C 469/03] postponing the date of implementation to January 2024.

Figure 3

Navitas Semiconductors CRPS185 3,200 W “Titanium Plus” server reference design.

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congatec announces Dominik Ressing as new CEO congatec – a leading vendor of embedded and edge computing technology – has announced Dominik Ressing as its new CEO. Ressing previously served as Vice President at Avnet Embedded, where he oversaw the global embedded business of the company, including the organization formerly known as MSC. With over 20 years of experience in the embedded computing industry, Ressing is a respected expert in this field. One of his main objectives will be to further unlock the full potential of congatec’s solutions competence. The goal is to maximize the value of congatec group products and services for OEMs. “My passion is turning all the manifold technical capabilities of embedded and edge computing technologies to real customer values,” says Ressing. “congatec is recognized as the best brand for standard Computer-on-Modules. My task now is to further strengthen the solutions power of this company. Application-ready solutions complement sophisticated, high-performance building blocks, enabling customers to focus even more on core competencies, further shortening innovation cycles, and unlocking full market potential by applying most up-to-date technologies early on.” In this new role, Dominik Ressing completes the top management team – with Daniel Jürgens as CFO and Konrad Garhammer as COO & CTO. In addition to expanding the solutions portfolio, the management team aims to accelerate internationalization, further enhance supply chain reliability and efficiency, and drive growth in digitalization, AI, and vision-driven markets such as robotics, medical, industrial automation, and critical infrastructures. ■ congatec www.congatec.com https://international.electronica-azi.ro

Advanced Rework Technology invests in latest solder and rework technology to ensure productivity and high quality Leading electronics assembly training company adds new JBC equipment from Kaisertech at its UK training centre Advanced Rework Technology Ltd (A.R.T.), the leading independent provider of IPC-certified and bespoke training services for the electronics assembly industry, has recently upgraded facilities at its Essex headquarters and training centre with an investment worth in excess of £30k. The addition of stateof the-art reworking, soldering and heat management tooling means that trainees will learn latest best practices using the newest equipment. Included in the new fit-out, delivered and fully set up by Kaisertech with whom A.R.T. has an excellent and long-standing relationship, is the DMPSE 4 Tool Rework Station which consists of a four-tool control unit, and a desoldering module. Part of JBC’s modular range, the station enables a user to operate four tools simultaneously. Stackable modules help to conserve workspace, and a wide selection of compatible tools provide flexibility across multiple soldering and rework applications. An intuitive menu, including station configuration, tool presets, and partial counters aids workflow efficiency. Kaisertech also supplied a variety of new soldering and rework tools including devices for small SMDs, others for high power requirements (ground plane soldering) and also for removing excess solder after SMD rework. JBC also boasts an extensive cartridge range, with well over 500 different shapes and tip geometries to choose from. Tip selection is crucial for every soldering and rework task, to ensure that the optimal results are achieved. Finally, A.R.T. has added JBC’s Intelligent Heat Management Technology. Each JBC Stand can detect when the tool has entered the stand and place it into sleep or hibernation mode when not in use. This efficient heat management helps to extend tip life. Comments Debbie Wade, Managing Director at A.R.T: “We maintain close relationships with tool vendors to ensure that out trainees have access to the latest technology, to maximize their productivity and ensure the highest quality work.” ■ Advanced Rework Technology Ltd (A.R.T.) | https://rework.co.uk 35

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Renesas Introduces 32-bit RX MCU with High-Speed, High-Precision Analog Front End for High-End Industrial Sensor Systems New RX23E-B Boasts x8 Faster Data Rates Than the Existing Edition and Includes a 125 kSPS Delta-Sigma A/D Converter Renesas Electronics Corporation, a premier supplier of advanced semiconductor solutions, has expanded its 32-bit microcontroller (MCU) offering with a new RX device for high-end industrial sensor systems. The latest addition, the RX23E-B, is a 32-bit device from its popular RX Family featuring a high-precision analog front end (AFE), specifically designed for systems that demand fast and accurate analog signal measurements. The new MCU integrates a 24-bit DeltaSigma A/D converter capable of achieving a conversion speed of up to 125 kSPS (125,000 samples/second) — eight times faster than the existing RX23E-A. It can process accurate A/D conversion while reducing RMS noise to 1/3 (0.18μVrms @1kSPS) when compared to the RX23E-A. The RX23E-B facilitates faster and more precise measurements of critical parameters such as strain, temperature, pressure, flow rate, current and voltage, making it ideal for high-end sensor devices, measuring instruments, and test equipment. In particular, the RX23E-B offers sufficient performance to drive force sensors used in industrial robots, which often demand measurements as fast as 10 μsec (100,000 samples/second). The MCU also reduces overall system size and the component count by incorporating the AFE and the MCU on a single chip. Similar to the RX23E-A, the RX23E-B incorporates a 32-MHz RXv2-based CPU with https://international.electronica-azi.ro

digital signal processing (DSP) instructions and a floating point unit (FPU), and combines the AFE into a single chip using the same fabrication process. It offers new peripheral functions such as a 16-bit D/A converter, which enables measurement adjustments, self-diagnosis, and analog signal output. The device’s ±10V analog input enables ±10V measurement with a 5V power supply without requiring external components or additional power supply. An LCD controller with a maximum of 40 SEG x 4 COM and a real-time clock (RTC) function are also included. In large-scale instruments that need to control and take measurements of multiple targets such as robot arms, gas and liquid analyzers, there has been a significant demand for distributed processing architecture. In distributed processing design, instead of relying on a dedicated MCU to manage all functions, each function can operate as a separate module, responsible for tasks such as motor control, sensor measurement and temperature control. This modular approach allows for independent development, offers greater design flexibility and simplifies maintenance. As each module needs an MCU for calculations, engineers can develop sensor modules more easily using an MCU with a built-in AFE, than combining a discrete AFE chip and a separate MCU. The RX23E-B offers a version that supports an A/D conversion data rate of up to 125

kSPS, and a version that supports up to 31.25 kSPS. Both products offer flexible data rate settings ranging from 3.8 SPS to the maximum value, allowing users to choose the best balance between data rate and noise for their specific system requirements. The products are available in a 5.5 mm square 100-pin BGA package and a 6 mm square 40-pin QFN package for compact applications, as well as wide pin packages ranging from 48- to 100-pin options. Winning Combinations Renesas has combined the new RX23E-B MCU, designed for precise pressure measurement and control, with intelligent power devices tasked with driving solenoid valves, to develop the high-speed Pressure Control Solution. Renesas offers more than 400 Winning Combinations with a wide range of products from the Renesas portfolio to enable customers to speed up the design process and bring their products to market more quickly. More information can be found at renesas.com/win. The RX23E-B is available now, along with a Renesas Solution Starter Kit for RX23E-B. Using this kit, engineers can evaluate the operation and functionality of the AFE and signal conversion without the need for software development. More information: www.renesas.com/rx23e-b. Renesas Electronics Corporation www.renesas.com 37

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ETAS and Infineon receive NIST CAVP certification for ESCRYPT CycurHSM implemented on AURIX microcontrollers ETAS GmbH, a leading solution provider for Software Defined Vehicles (SDV), and Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX / OTCQX: IFNNY) have successfully certified their cryptographic algorithm suite. The certificate was validated under the Cryptographic Algorithm Verification Program (CAVP) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and granted for ESCRYPT CycurHSM. This automotive embedded security software stack is implemented on Infineon’s second-generation AURIX™ TC3xx hardware security module (HSM). The internationally recognized CAVP test protocol is considered a de facto standard. It validates the quality of cryptographic algorithm implementations and ensures their correct operation as defined by NIST, the U.S. federal agency responsible for developing cryptographic standards and guidelines. With the CAVP certification, the independent validation of the implemented cryptographic suite ensures that a critical requirement for Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) certification, the U.S. federal government’s standard for cryptographic software, has been met. ESCRYPT CycurHSM is an automotive embedded security software stack that implements a security trust anchor using the hardware security module on automotive microcontrollers (MCU). It helps meet complex OEM security requirements and can be deployed in any automotive electronic control unit (ECU) including domain controllers. ESCRYPT CycurHSM enables a smooth integration into any AUTOSAR stack or bootloader and is also useful for non-AUTOSAR systems. Infineon’s second generation AURIX TC3xx HSM is available across all variants of the AURIX TC3xx MCU family. Therefore, the CAVP validation of ESCRYPT CycurHSM V2.7.13 applies across the entire AURIX TC3xx family. This demonstrates that the AURIX TC3xx HSM is fully capable of supporting CAVP validated cryptographic algorithm implementations with the help of integrated crypto accelerators. ■ Infineon Technologies | www.infineon.com 38

Mouser Electronics Offers a Wide Range of Technical eBooks to Empower Industrial Automation Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorised global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, has published twelve eBooks this year in collaboration with top manufacturing partners, providing practical guides that offer engineers trusted information to create innovative designs. Three of these recent collaborative eBooks have focused on industrial applications, such as the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), advances in the digital factory and the next generation of Industry 4.0. Articles include relevant product information, connecting designers and engineers to the information and technology needed to address each application. Electronica Azi International | 2/2023

Mouser Now Stocking the Laird Connectivity Sona IF573 Wi-Fi 6/6E Modules with Bluetooth 5.4 for Next-Gen Industrial IoT Apps

• Bringing Intelligence to the Edge: Designing Industrial IoT Applications with TinyML In Bringing Intelligence to the Edge: Designing Industrial IoT Applications with TinyML, Mouser and Renesas present how artificial intelligence and machine learning can be used to design innovative IIoT solutions. Topics include AI in IoT endpoints, vision AI processing, and endpoint AI in embedded vision applications, as well as the promising use of TinyML and its increased efficiency for new applications.

• Leading the Way to the Digital Factory In Leading the Way to the Digital Factory, Mouser and Analog Devices (ADI) collaborated to detail the innovations in digital factories. Nine experts from multiple industries give their insights on bringing new technologies to the factory. The topics of sensors, edge computing, and high-speed industrial communications are explained over four chapters to enable business owners the potential to unlock the power of the digital factory.

• The Next Generation of Industry 4.0 In The Next Generation of Industry 4.0, automation has begun to revolutionise the factory and Mouser, in collaboration with Vishay, explores the advancements that are enabling the next generation of Industry 4.0. The eBook includes four articles with topics including Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, electronic switches, optical control panels, and current sense solutions in GaN DC-DC converters. With an infographic focusing on Industry 5.0, the eBook explores future trends within the sector. To browse Mouser’s complete library of manufacturer eBooks, visit: https://resources.mouser.com/manufacturer-ebooks/. ■ Mouser Electronics www.mouser.com https://international.electronica-azi.ro

Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, is now stocking the Sona™ IF573 Wi-Fi® 6/6E modules from Laird Connectivity. Expanding upon the company’s extensive portfolio of Wi-Fi module solutions, Laird Connectivity is now delivering the latest Wi-Fi 6/6E radio and Bluetooth® 5.4 technology with its family of Sona IF573 Modules. Designed specifically for next-generation industrial IoT connectivity applications, these robust, rugged and compact modules provide easy integration and highly reliable connectivity, allowing access to both PCIE and SDIO interfaces in a pluggable card or SMT M.2 packaging. The Laird Connectivity Sona IF573 modules, available from Mouser Electronics, are high-performance, industrial-grade devices that are powered by Infineon Technologies’ leading AIROC™ CYW55573 chipset, enabling Wi-Fi 6/6E beyond its standard requirements and enhancing the module’s range, reliability and robustness in congested networks for IoT applications or lower latency in AI applications. These extremely reliable and secure modules support a tri-band 2×2 MIMO IEEE 802.11a/ b/g/n/ac/ax WLAN with data rates up to MCS11 (287 Mbps PHY data rate for 2.4 GHz; 1.2 Gbps PHY data rate for 5/6 GHz) and dual-mode Bluetooth. The module’s full digital MAC and baseband engines handle all 802.11 CCK/OFDM/OFDMA® 2.4/5/6 GHz and Bluetooth 5.4 (basic rate, enhanced data rate, and Bluetooth low energy) baseband and protocol processing capabilities. Adaptable to a variety of harsh RF IoT applications, the Sona IF73 modules feature an integrated power amplifier (PA) and low noise amplifier (LNA), plus 2×2 MU-MIMO antennas for reliable connectivity. Along with its low-power consumption and radio architecture, the modules also feature a power management unit (PMU) with proprietary power-save technologies that help extend battery life. Additional features include support for WPA3 security standards and open-source software (Linux Backports package). The Sona IF73 modules are available in M.2 2230 E-Key and M.2 1318 solder-down form factors and carry FCC, IC, CE, RCM, MIC and Bluetooth SIG approvals worldwide. The modules are specified at an industrial temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, and their target applications include industrial IoT sensors and gateways, rugged handheld devices and medical equipment. To learn more about the Sona IF573 Wi-Fi 6/6E modules, visit https://www.mouser.com/new/laird-connectivity/laird-connectivity-sona-if573-modules/. ■ Mouser Electronics | www.mouser.com 39

Emerson Launches Compact Valve Position Indicator Engineered for Quick and Easy Commissioning Today Emerson announced its new TopWorx™ DVR Switchbox, an entry-level addition to the DV Series of valve position indicators. It combines a durable resin enclosure, compact size and a patented cam design that provides water and wastewater systems, food and beverage production lines and industrial utilities a reliable valve position feedback tool. The TopWorx DVR Switchbox uses a low-profile indication to provide easy-to-read local position feedback. This is vital realtime data that helps technicians and plant operators keep processes on target. Engineered for harsh environments, it features stainless-steel components to provide a reliable, corrosion-resistant valve indication solution to keep customer processes running smoothly. Clear and highly reliable feedback of valve position helps process industry plants, platforms and pipelines operate with peak efficiency and safety without taking up additional production line footprint. The TopWorx DVR Switchbox cam design enables swift position configuration for faster, easier installation and maintenance. For many process industry applications, the TopWorx DVR provides a compact and versatile design well suited for confined spaces. In addition, its enclosure has an ultraviolet (UV) F1 rating, providing UV resistance that ensures the DVR performs reliably over the long term in outdoor conditions. The TopWorx DVR Switchbox is one more offering in the TopWorx valve intelligence and proximity sensing portfolio from Emerson, designed to help process industry plants manage and control operations more intelligently and efficiently under the most demanding conditions. For more information, visit: https://www.emerson.com/en-us/catalog/topworx-dvr ■ Emerson | 40

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Starter board accelerates design using biggest add-on board collection in the world MikroElektronika (MIKROE), the embedded solutions company that dramatically cuts development time by providing innovative hardware and software products based on proven standards, today unveiled CLICKER 4 the first in the series of MIKROE starter boards with the advanced CODEGRIP programmer/debugger on board. Clicker boards support development using MIKROE’s Click™ board add-on development boards. Currently, the company offers more add-on Click boards than any other company in the world – and calculates that there are 188, 544, 549, 285 unique combinations that can be made from the 1460 boards available. Equipped with the popular STM32F4 MCU, Clicker 4 is a perfect solution to accelerate the prototyping, but it also can be implemented directly into a fully functional, custom design. Key features include: 32-bit Arm® Cortex®-M4 STM32F4 MCU operating at up to 168 MHz; 1MB Flash memory; Floating point unit (FPU); full set of DSP instructions; and a memory protection unit (MPU). Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

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Easy Sensor Integration for IoT Projects

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Zephyr OS with drivers for Würth Elektronik sensors

Firmware for IoT devices: Zephyr OS now includes the drivers for the Würth Elektronik sensor modules. An application note guides you step by step through the integration process.

Click away over 180 billion permutations possible Explains Nebojsa Matic, CEO of MIKROE: “To make the prototyping experience as convenient as possible, Clicker 4 is equipped with an on-board debug unit, MIKROE’s advanced CODEGRIP programmed/debugger, which is compliant with the on-board emulator standard, CMSIS-DAP. This allows designers to fully use, test, and debug the target device right out of the box.”

Würth Elektronik is also focusing on IoT applications with its portfolio of MEMS sensors. Zephyr OS – the microcontroller operating system from the Linux Foundation now includes the corresponding drivers. The new application note ANR034 (www.we-online.com/ANR034) from Würth Elektronik provides instructions on how to integrate a sensor into the terminal device software in just a few steps. Würth Elektronik offers a product portfolio of compact sensors, which includes humidity and temperature sensors, a 6-axis gyroscope with accelerometer, as well as absolute and differential pressure sensors. Their selectable measuring ranges and data rates make all sensors extremely versatile. They provide pre-calibrated and aligned data for easy integration into any application. Thanks to the drivers written into the Zephyr source code and the practical guidance now published, integration into a terminal device is near effortless.

Click boards follow mikroBUS™ a modular prototyping add-on board standard invented by MIKROE, enabling design engineers to change peripherals easily, cutting months off development time. Any Click board can be connected to the microcontroller or microprocessor on a main board. Many leading microcontroller companies including Microchip, NXP, Infineon, Dialog, STM, Analog Devices, Renesas and Toshiba now include the mikroBUS socket on their development boards.

Flexible hardware usage The vendor-independent Zephyr operating system has the major advantage that the firmware developed with it operates on different hardware platforms without modifications. In view of the sometimes limited availability of semiconductors, this represents a significant strategic advantage. A large number of IC manufacturers have already entered their hardware descriptions into Zephyr. What’s more, the open source community is involved in maintaining the software along with companies like NXP, Nordic Semiconductor, ST Micro Electronics, and Intel to name a few. Zephyr not only includes operating system functions like multithreading and dynamic memory allocation, but also offers many functions for operating external electronic components such as sensors, displays and radio modules. Besides sensor drivers, the information needed to develop firmware for the Würth Elektronik wireless modules is also included in Zephyr OS. As communication solutions are an important part of IoT projects, Würth Elektronik offers a firmware development service and support in certifying customer-specific wireless technology.

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A JTAG/SWD header for interfacing with external electronics, USB Type-C connectors, six LEDs, six push buttons, and a reset button are also included. More, Clicker 4 is equipped with five different power supply inputs, offering all the flexibility that development needs, and a reliable and safe battery charging circuit, which allows a single-cell Li-Po/Li-Ion battery to be charged.

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Infineon introduces the 650 V CoolMOS™ CFD7A in QDPAK package for energy-efficient fast electric vehicle charging The accelerated transition to electric vehicles has led to significant innovations in charging systems that demand more costefficient and high performing power electronics. Addressing this, Infineon Technologies AG expands its 650 V CoolMOS™ CFD7A portfolio by introducing the QDPAK package. This package family is designed to provide equivalent thermal capabilities with improved electrical performance over the well-known TO247 THD devices, thus enabling efficient energy utilization in onboard chargers and DC-DC converters. Efficient and powerful electric vehicle charging systems help reduce charging times and vehicle weight, increasing design flexibility and reduce the total cost of ownership of the vehicle. This new addition complements the existing CoolMOS CFD7A series, offering versatility with top-side and bottom-side cooled packages. The QDPAK TSC (top side cooled), enables designers to achieve higher power densities and optimal PCB space utilization. The 650 V CoolMOS CFD7A offers several important features for reliable operation in high-voltage applications. Thanks to its reduced parasitic source inductance, the device can minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI), ensuring clear signals and consistent performance. The Kelvin source pin also provides improved precision for current sensing, ensuring accurate measurements even in challenging conditions. With a creepage distance suitable for high voltage applications, as well as high current capability and high power dissipation (P tot) of up to 694 W at 25°C, it is a versatile and powerful device for a wide range of high-voltage applications. New system designs using 650 V CoolMOS CFD7A in QDPAK TSC will maximize PCB space use, doubling power density and enhancing thermal management via substrate thermal decoupling. This approach simplifies assembly, eliminates board stacking and reduces the need for connectors, thereby lowering system costs. The power switch reduces thermal resistance by up to 35 percent, providing high power dissipation that outperforms standard cooling solutions. The 650 V CoolMOS CFD7A is available in QDPAK package with two versions, top-side cooled (TSC) and bottom-side cooled (BSC). Both variants can be ordered now. More information is available at www.infineon.com/cfd7a. ■ Infineon Technologies | www.infineon.com 42

SECORA™ Pay security solution “lights up” payment cards with LEDs to enhance contactless payment experience Enabled by increasingly powerful technologies the convenience of tap and pay is being widely adopted, fueling the rise of contactless payments worldwide. In addition, contactless technologies are inspiring new and innovative form factors that support additional functions beyond payment. The SECORA™ Pay security solution from Infineon Technologies AG takes this development into account and supports card inlays with LEDs. The Visa- and Mastercardcertified product family now enables banks to design new and distinctive payment cards. Embedded LEDs provide visual feedback when the card is held up to the point-ofservice (POS) terminal for a payment transaction. “Digital payment users have high demands on the convenience, performance and security of products and solutions,” said Tolgahan Yildiz, Vice President Trusted Mobile Connectivity and Transactions at Infineon. “The SECORA Pay product portfolio not only meets these requirements, but Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

Advanced Energy Unveils up to 4000 W Configurable Power Supply with 4X the Power Density of Conventional Products Next-generation NeoPower™ product for multi-output industrial and medical power supplies combines best-in-class power density of 18 W/in3 with extensive digital communication options Advanced Energy Industries, Inc. – a global leader in highly engineered, precision power conversion, measurement and control solutions – has announced a new configurable power supply that delivers optimized, application-specific power conversion in a small form factor with up to four times higher power density than conventional solutions.

also offers system-level innovations in a very easy-to-integrate and scalable form for the card ecosystem, such as plug-and-play LED inlays that illuminate the cards as visual feedback during the payment transactions. This makes card payments interactive without compromising on security and enhances both brand recognition and the user experience.” The SECORA Pay product portfolio uses a security controller with certified software integrated into Coil-on-Module (CoM) chip modules. It features standardized inlays for easy and fast card production. The portfolio offers fast contactless transaction speeds and high performance. In addition, it now enables card manufacturers to flexibly position white LEDs in a defined area. These can be customized with different colors using printing foil further enhancing brand recognition. The LED illumination is powered by the POS terminal’s NFC field, eliminating the need for battery power. In addition, the product family can be integrated into a card manufacturers’ production process with minimal changes improving scalability. Quick and easy integration into EMVCo compliant dual interface cards is possible, including a simple and fast certification process for faster time-to-market.

The first member of Advanced Energy’s next-generation NeoPower (NP) family of AC-DC configurable industrial and medical power supplies, the NP08, combines eight output power slots for rapid and flexible configuration with a bestin-class power density of 18 W/in3. Rated at up to 4,000 W, the NP08 also has integrated and flexible communication capabilities with optional dongles that support all common digital communication protocols without the need for design changes or modifications. “With the widest power range in the industry, AE is the market leader in configurable power supplies,” said María Cortez, Advanced Energy’s senior vice president for Industrial Power Products. “The launch of the first member of the NeoPower family means that we now offer the largest portfolio of configurable solutions – all with AE’s exceptional and trusted reliability. NeoPower leverages AE’s expertise in high-efficiency server power supply design with our deep experience in configurable to speed development of high-density configurable power conversion systems that are precisely tailored to the needs of demanding applications. The new NP08 is a perfect first example and delivers more power in a 2.5” configurable supply than comparable solutions.” Designed for ease of configuration in both series and parallel implementations, the NP08 can be programmed as a voltage or a current source and operates with market-leading low noise performance. NP08 is qualified to all applicable standards including the medical BF (body floating) safety rating and the SEMI F47 standard relating to immunity from voltage sag.

Availability The SECORA Pay solutions supporting inlays with LEDs can be ordered now. More information is available at www.infineon.com/SECORA_Pay.

AC inputs are 90 to 264 VAC. Advanced Energy’s Connected Power™ portfolio of interface options allows the NP08 to support RS-485 (MODBUS RTU), PMBUS, and CANBUS (CANOPEN) protocols. This comprehensive connectivity also makes the NP08 ideal for IoT applications requiring cloud-based monitoring and control.

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THN 15UIR & THN 20UIR 15 and 20 watt 12:1 ultra-wide input voltage range DC/DC converters The THN 15UIR and THN 20UIR are series of high-performance DC/DC converters with an ultra-wide 12:1 input voltage range and a power output of 15 watt and 20 watt respectively. Both series come in a compact, fully encapsulated 1”x1” package for highest reliability. Thanks to their dedicated holdup capacitor connections, the THN 15UIR and THN 20UIR meet extended holdup-time requirements without the need for bulky input capacitors. The THN 15UIR and THN 20UIR are EN 50155 certified for rolling stock applications, EN 61373 certified for mechanical shock and vibration and EN 45545-2 certified for fire behavior. They also come with IEC/EN/UL 62368-1 safety approvals for use in a wide range of demanding industrial applications. • Compact 1”x1” housing • Ultra-wide 12:1 input voltage range: 9–75, 14–160 VDC • -40°C up to +70°C natural convection cooling without derating • EN 50155, EN 45545-2 and EN 61373 certified • Dedicated holdup capacitor connection • Fully encapsulated • Reinforced 3000VAC I/O isolation • Remote on/off and trim function • Protection against short-circuit (SCP), overvoltage (OVP) and overtemperature (OTP) • 3 year product warranty URL landing page: https://www.tracopower.com/int/tel-15win-and-tel15winhs-series-15-watt-dcdc-converter-dip-16-package URL Video: https://youtu.be/eIssMrYQZJk ■ Traco Power | www.tracopower.com 44

Mouser Electronics Shines Light on LED and Lighting Solutions with Extensive Resource Hub Mouser Electronics, Inc., the New Product Introduction (NPI) leader™ empowering innovation, provides engineers and designers the most current resources for LED and lighting through a comprehensive solutions content stream. From lowering energy costs to controlled environment horticulture, Mouser explores a wide variety of trends, topics and products that empower engineers to better leverage LED technology. With the growing demand for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly lighting solutions, Mouser's expansive catalog of products, eBooks, articles and blogs empower engineers and purchasing professionals to stay ahead of the curve. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

Innovative High-Performance Flyback Architecture Significantly Reduces LowPower AC/DC Losses New ZVS solution with primary side regulation delivers efficiency above 94% and lowers BoM compared to conventional ACF and QR techniques

The content resource explores topics such as LED basics, design considerations, product overviews, application notes and more, making it the perfect one-stop-shop for users who want to stay ahead of the fast-paced industry. Mouser stocks the industry’s widest selection of semiconductors and electronic components, including the following solutions for LED and lighting applications: • ams OSRAM OSCONIQ® E 2835 LEDs are ideal for a wide range of applications for premium interior lighting design solutions, such as Human Centric Lighting. The cyan variant features a cyan-enhanced spectrum which can suppress the production of melatonin, leading to increased productivity. • Cree LED J Series® 2835 LEDs are optimized for low‑density lighting applications where high efficacy and smooth appearance are critical. The 2835 LEDs are ideally used in downlights, troffers, lamps, and panel lights. • onsemi NCL31010 PoE Interface LED Driver comprises all elements needed to design a connected and managed lighting system via Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), including capabilities for visible light communication and indoor positioning. Certified to the IEEE802.3bt/at/af standards, over 90W of system power can be delivered. • STMicroelectronics STEVAL-LLL014V1 Automotive LED Driver Eval Kit features four LED strings and employs the ALED7709 LED driver. The STMicroelectronics STEVALLLL014V1 also includes four low-side constant-current sinkers. Integrating the boost controller with the LED sinkers allows for adjustable boost voltage, minimizing power dissipation in the ALED7709 and improving overall efficiency. To learn more, visit the resource page at: https://resources.mouser.com/lighting/. ■ Mouser Electronics | www.mouser.com https://international.electronica-azi.ro

Eggtronic has expanded its family of high-density power conversion solutions by unveiling an ultra-high-efficiency, low component count fixed-output AC/DC converter reference design for applications operating at powers below 120 W. The new QuarEgg® PSR (Primary Side Regulation) highperformance flyback solution significantly improves the efficiency and reduces the size of AC/DC converters that would traditionally have used active clamp flyback (ACF) and quasiresonant (QR) topologies. Built around Eggtronic’s patented and proven forced zero voltage switching (ZVS) architecture, QuarEgg PSR delivers a very flat idle-to-full-load efficiency curve ranging from 91% at low load to over 94.5% at maximum power. By using the architecture, designers can significantly reduce total operational losses when compared to conventional ACF and QR techniques. Target applications for QuarEgg PSR include routers, set-top-boxes, white goods and other low-power applications where efficiency and power density are key criteria but power factor correction (PFC) is not required. At the heart of the new approach is Eggtronic’s EPIC QuarEgg PSR IC, a mixed-signal, low-power controller with multi-mode operation and synchronous rectification control that provides all the necessary primary side regulation without the need for an optocoupler. This highly integrated, miniature 5 x 5 mm device incorporates an optimized lowpower mode for enhancing performance at zero and light loads and provides built-in protection against overvoltage, overcurrent, brownout and extreme temperatures. “Designers of low-power applications are demanding eversmaller, higher density power conversion architectures,” comments Igor Spinella, Eggtronic’s CEO and founder. “We developed the QuarEgg forced ZVS concept to address these demands by providing engineers with a solution that enables high-efficiency low- to high-load operation while reducing overall component count. In our first iteration we created a PD concept that eliminated the need for a high-voltage, high-side clamping MOSFET, and now we have extended this concept to fixed-voltage solutions that allow us to place an EPIC controller on the primary side and further drive down BoM.” ■ Eggtronic | https://eggtronic.com 45

Sensors with convincing cost effectiveness on conveyor lines and in the packaging industry

Presence control in intralogistics and packaging processes with the new 5B series When carrying out presence control in automated intralogistics and packaging processes, the job of the sensor system is to safely detect the various objects. Handling of the sensor, including mounting, alignment and adjustment, must also be quick and simple, especially as a large number of sensors often need to be installed. This is why a) standardization and b) adaptation of the sensor to the individual needs of the customer are extremely important for the cost-effective commissioning of a system. We have developed an optimized sensor generation for precisely these requirements: The new 5B series. Highly economical. Perfect handling. Advantages for you ■ Housing: New, compact housing (dimensions W × H × L: 11 mm × 32.4 mm × 20 mm) – installation-compatible with previous series – ideal for tight installation spaces. Certified with degree of protection IP 67 and ECOLAB ■ Attachment and mounting: Fast attachment and easy mounting thanks to metal inserts with M3 thread ■ Commissioning: All-around visible 360° indicator LEDs for easy installation and status display. Fast alignment thanks to homogeneous and easily visible light spot ■ Optimal configuration: Easy alignment and adjustment to the application thanks to a user-friendly potentiometer ■ Safe detection of depolarizing objects: Optimized performance for the detection of reflective, shrink-wrapped, and shiny objects ■ Electrical connection: Adaptation to individual customer requirements thanks to different connection options (e.g., cable, M8 connector, pigtail,...) ■ Switching frequency: Improved switching frequency for throughbeam photoelectric sensors with up to 900 Hz for high performance and function reserve ■ Tamper protection: Light/dark switching takes place in a tamperproof manner through polarity reversal of the (cable) wiring 46

Available operating principles

Retro-reflective Throughbeam photoelectric sensor photoelectric sensor

Diffuse sensors

Caracteristici Cost effective mounting

The larger the number of sensors to be mounted on a conveyor line is, the more important the cost effectiveness aspect becomes with respect to the time and cost of mounting and commissioning. The intelligent and simple fastening concept with two convenient M3 metal threads facilitates fast mounting for the user. The small and compact housing design also makes installation in small spaces easier. Depending on your individual preference or local installation situation, various connection types are available, e.g., with M8 connector, cable, or pigtail connector. Electronica Azi International | 3/2023

Fast and simple commissioning and alignment 360° indicator LEDs ensure easy installation and a clearly discernible status display. Simple alignment of the sensor through the easily visible light spot results in an additional time saving and therefore in a reduction in costs for the user.

The new 5B series is also available as a model with potentiometer for better fine adjustment of the sensor. The sensor can thus be quickly and easily adapted to new application conditions. Moreover, the light/dark switching of the switching output can be performed in a tamperproof manner via the wiring. Reliable detection even with depolarizing objects In conveyor and storage systems, it is often the case that pallets, cardboard boxes and other containers are wrapped in film, which can be challenging for the sensor system. With the new 5B series, we offer optimized models especially for this area of application. These sensors guarantee safe switching even with shrink-wrapped or shiny objects.

Application Presence control in intralogistics using retro-reflective photoelectric sensors

Requirement: In a logistics center, various containers and cardboard boxes are to be transported on roller conveyors that are positioned closely to each another. In addition, some cardboard boxes are shrink-wrapped in film. All objects must be reliably detected. During commissioning, the sensor must be fast and simple to install, align, and adjust. The light spot must be easy to see. Solution: With their compact, space-saving housing, the new 5B series sensors can be mounted directly on roller conveyors that are positioned closely to each other. The sensors are installed and securely mounted using convenient metal inserts with M3 thread. They are aligned quickly and easily using a homogeneous and clearly visible light spot as well as 360° indicator LEDs. Adjustment is user-friendly by means of a potentiometer. Performance optimized for the detection of shrink-wrapped and glossy objects ensures that they can be reliably detected. Presence control in packaging systems using throughbeam photoelectric sensors

Requirement: At a food manufacturer's plant, potato chips are packed in primary packaging. The packages are then transported further on a conveyor line where they are to be reliably detected. The light spot must be visible. The sensor state should also be visible from a distance of 2 m. Solution: The new sensor of the 5B series can also be mounted horizontally on the conveyor line, and the light spot is easy to see. Thanks to the bright 360° indicator LEDs, the sensor state is visible at all times, even at some distance away from the conveyor line. The advantage of the throughbeam photoelectric sensor is the very high function reserve. This ensures reliable detection even in very demanding environmental conditions, and it reduces the risk of system downtimes. Furthermore, the new 5B series has an optimized switching frequency of 900 Hz. www.oboyle.ro https://international.electronica-azi.ro