Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has announced that it has expanded its CHA series of AEC-Q200 qualified thin film chip resistors with new devices in the 0402 case size. Available with a wide range of resistance values from 10 Ω to 500 Ω, CHA0402 resistors provide high frequency performance up to 50 GHz for automotive, telecom, medical, space, avionics, and military applications.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has announced that it has extended its D2TO35 series of surface-mount thick film power resistors with a new AEC-Q200 qualified device that delivers higher pulse absorption up to 15 J/0.1 s. Offered in the TO-263 (D2PAK) package, the Vishay Sfernice D2TO35H provides high power dissipation of 35 W at a +25 °C case temperature.

E-waste is skyrocketing, with over 62 million metric tons produced in 2023, driven by digitalization and electric vehicles. Recycling faces challenges due to complex electronics. While urban mining offers a solution for precious metal recovery, effective management demands better design, innovative recycling, and comprehensive regulations.

At CATL Open Day, the company unveiled Shenxing Pro, the world's first lithium iron phosphate battery that can achieve sustained high voltage supply, maintained power, no fire, and no smoke after thermal runaway. Designed to meet Europe's e-mobility needs, Shenxing Pro sets new benchmarks in safety, lifespan, range, and superfast charging, positioning it as the optimal solution for the Europe's rapidly expanding electric vehicle market.

Resonac Corporation announced the establishment of "JOINT3," a co-creation evaluation framework formed by a consortium of Resonac and 26 other companies from various countries specializing in the semiconductor supply chain. The aim is to jointly develop materials, equipment, and design tools optimized for panel-level organic interposers—technology that utilizes organic materials to bridge different components on a circuit board—using a prototype production line for 515 x 510mm panel-level organic interposers.

GlobalFoundries has announced that the World Economic Forum has designated its 300mm fab in Singapore as part of the Global Lighthouse Network of advanced manufacturers. This prestigious title recognizes GF’s leadership in deploying and scaling Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to drive enterprise-wide operational transformation.

ROHM has developed the "DOT-247," a 2-in-1 SiC molded module (SCZ40xxDTx, SCZ40xxKTx), ideal for industrial applications such as PV inverters, UPS systems, and semiconductor relays. The module retains the versatility of the widely adopted "TO-247" package while achieving high design flexibility and power density.

Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. has introduced two new series of Automotive Grade 3.3 V to 36 V ESD protection diodes in the SOT-23 package. Offering low thermal resistance, the single-line VGSOTxx and two-line VGSOTxxC series ensure more efficient heat dissipation than the previous-generation GSOTxx / xxC devices, allowing for a more robust design that enables higher peak pulse power ratings up to 540 W and current ratings up to 44 A at an 8/20 µs pulse.

The combustion engine-powered automobile is one of the cornerstones of modern society. Once seen as a curiosity, electric vehicles are now regarded as the future of mobility. We’ve compiled some fascinating facts about the newest chapter in transportation.

As the chip shortage subsides for most industries, the constraint has shifted to advanced AI components like high-end GPUs and CoWoS packaging. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions, especially between the U.S. and China, are exacerbating supply chain complexities, pushing some towards domestic Chinese solutions.