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April, 30, 2024, PORTO, Portugal – Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. (NYSE: VSH), a leading global manufacturer of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components, has extended its roll out of Critical Manufacturing’s MES from its initial site in the USA in 2019 to now include Vishay’s semiconductor manufacturing facilities. On the heels of a global contract that will install the Critical Manufacturing software in more than 30 plants in Vishay’s passive components business, the new agreement will extend it also to Vishay’s semiconductor business, beginning with the Voecklabruck, plant in upper Austria.

Vishay Intertechnology has one of the world’s largest portfolios of semiconductors, including small, medium and high-power diodes and thyristors. Over the past two decades, the company has experienced rapid growth, mostly through strategic acquisitions. It now has factories in more than 50 global locations and is standardizing and consolidating manufacturing operations across these locations.

As Bernd Fankhauser, Director Operations Fab Voecklabruck, describes the situation: “Our Legacy MES system is nearing the end of its lifecycle. We need a solution that not only replaces all the current functionality but also provides a platform to support future digital transformation initiatives. This could include tighter integration with production equipment, real-time material traceability, workforce certification monitoring, real-time quality monitoring and predictive maintenance.”

As with the MES implementation at its passive components fabs, the fact that Critical Manufacturing could not only replace the legacy MES functionality but also had a full menu of proven modules to support advanced manufacturing operations, was a major selling point.

In the first phase of the semiconductor migration, Vishay will implement core MES modules to standardize batch and lot tracking and tracing of all production steps, including WIP tracking, master data, equipment tracking, alarm, and maintenance management, as well as an advanced interfacing to the SAP ERP system. Phase one will also provide the digital infrastructure for future implementation of advanced digital functionality such as machine integration, labor management and SPC-guided quality control.

Vishay’s Vice President VP for MES and Manufacturing Process Automation Dr. Thomas Amrein comments, “The passives components MES roll out proved that Critical Manufacturing was absolutely the right MES partner for us. We expect that their standardized approach — from functional modules down to pre-made programming objects — will reduce costs not only at the implementation phase but also during operation, helping us optimize return on all production and automation assets.”

Tom Bednarz, Sales Manager for Tech Europe at Critical Manufacturing adds: “Critical Manufacturing MES is the ideal solution for companies that are growing through acquisition, like Vishay. They are poised to become one of the largest and most digitally integrated manufacturing operations in the world. As our collaboration continues, I am quite sure that we will set new standards for operational excellence, agility, and innovation in electronics manufacturing.”

Vishay will initiate the semiconductor migration to Critical Manufacturing MES in the Voecklabruck plant with the possibility of further expanding its functionalities worldwide to other manufacturing locations, both, front- and backend plants.

The new 35 mm Full-Frame image sensor camera offers high-resolution imagery with a compact body, remote operation, and is compatible with the Sony Camera Remote Software Development Kit (SDK)

New Delhi, Delhi, India

Sony India today announced the launch of the new ILX-LR1, an interchangeable lens camera designed for industrial use with approximately 61 megapixels 35 mm full-frame image sensor. With high resolution and in a lightweight, compact form, it is ideal for inspection, investigation, surveying, and mapping by drone.

"As the industrial drone market expands, we have identified a pressing need for a compact, lightweight solution that prioritizes image quality while offering remote capabilities. With the launch of the ILX-LR1, we're merging Sony's trusted legacy and imaging expertise with the benefits of our E-mount interchangeable lens system and Camera Remote SDK. This creates a versatile ecosystem optimized for photography, catering to a diverse range of industrial applications," said Mukesh Srivastava, Head of Digital Imaging Business at Sony India.

High–resolution sensor for detailed images and efficient coverage

The ILX-LR1 captures high resolution, low noise, and wide dynamic range images that reveal fine details like small scratches and cracks during inspection and investigation. It also has a selection of a continuous shooting capability such as 3 frames per second, which is suitable for mapping shooting, allowing for the rapid completion of high-altitude shots in a short period of time. To make the ILX-LR1 much more versatile, it is compatible with a wide range of E-mount lenses that allow for the selection of the most appropriate lens based on the project so a single picture taken from high altitude can replace several pictures from a lower–resolution camera.

Lightweight and compact design, ideal for drone photography

The ILX-LR1 is designed to be a small and lightweight interchangeable lens camera with a 35mm full-frame image sensor. It is approximately 3.94 inches width x 2.91 inches height x 1.67 inches depth, weighing approximately 0.53 lbs (243 g), without carrying monitor, viewfinder, or battery, but incorporating the necessary features for industrial applications.

Designed for easy integration with industrial applications

With the ILX-LR1’s size and functionality, it can be used for a variety of job sites and purposes such as utilities, green energy, telecommunications, transportation, construction, and land management projects. The compact, box-shaped camera has screw holes (M3) for secure mounting, in any suitable location, on any of its six sides including for attaching to a drone, industrial machines, robots and/or submersibles. In addition, it has mounting screw hole (1/4-20 UNC) on the bottom surface. The USB Type-C and HDMI Micro (Type D) are together on the rear of the camera for easy installation.

Sony Camera Remote SDK gives remote users access and control camera’s menus and other functions from their own software applications. By integrating an API into the system, it becomes possible to remotely control the camera from the user’s system, allowing for camera settings changes, shutter release, live-view monitoring, and more. Also, a customer’s applications can link unique image IDs with drone position data in post-processing. The images can be taken with a trigger signal to minimize latency of each image and drone position data. With the new Version 1.11, when utilizing manual focus, it is possible to retrieve the current focus position and perform focus adjustments to desired position, enabling highly reproducible and stable shooting. Also, lock switch will prevent unintended operation errors caused by the buttons on rear side.

The ILX-LR1 Power & Control Terminal allows for low-latency data communication for remote applications that require an instant response, such as capturing an image at a particular moment. The ILX-LR1 supports DC 10-18V power connection and can be powered from the drone’s battery for extended operation time without having to change batteries.

Pricing and Availability

The ILX-LR1 camera will be available in India. To register your inquiry, click here.

Along with Microchip’s Mi-V ecosystem, new device family helps system designers to lower power, size and weight and speed time to market

May 2, 2024—Developers of spacecraft electronics utilize radiation-tolerant (RT) field programmable gate arrays (FPGAs) to ensure high performance, reliability, power-efficiency and the best-in-class security for emerging space domain threats. To take it a step further and help provide fast, cost-effective software customization, Microchip Technology (Nasdaq: MCHP) has introduced the RT PolarFire® system-on-chip (SoC) FPGA. Developed on Microchip’s RT PolarFire FPGA, it is the first real-time Linux® capable, RISC-V-based microprocessor subsystem on a flight-proven RT PolarFire FPGA fabric.

With today’s announcement, developers can now start designing using the commercially available PolarFire SoC (MPFS460) device and Libero® SoC development tools. Along with Microchip’s extensive Mi-V ecosystem, PolarFire SoC solution stacks, the PolarFire SoC Icicle Kit or the PolarFire SoC Smart Embedded Vision Kit, developing lower power solutions for the challenging thermal environments seen in space can happen today.

Safety-critical systems, control systems, space and security applications need the flexibility of the Linux Operating System (OS) and the determinism of real-time systems to control hardware. RT PolarFire SoC FPGAs feature a multi-core Linux-capable processor that is coherent with the memory subsystem. The RT PolarFire SoC enables central satellite processing capabilities similar to those in single board computers which are common in the space industry for command and data handling, in platform avionics and in payload control. The SoC allows for flexible implementation of highly integrated designs, customization and evolution of function while improving size, weight and power considerations.

Systems deployed in space are subjected to harsh radiation, prompting design methodologies that can provide protection for the most critical radiation-induced upset types. Unlike SRAM FPGAs, the RT PolarFire SoC is designed for zero configuration memory upsets in radiation, eliminating the need for an external scrubber and reducing the total system cost. Satellites are designed to deliver both peak and average power and to dissipate heat through conductive paths, namely metal. Starting with a SoC FPGA that can reduce your power consumption by up to 50 percent simplifies the entire satellite design, allowing designers to focus on the mission at hand.

“By delivering the design ecosystem for the industry’s first RISC-V-based radiation-tolerant SoC FPGA, Microchip is driving innovation and giving designers the ability to develop a whole new class of power-efficient applications for space.” said Bruce Weyer, corporate vice president for Microchip’s FPGA business unit. “This will also allow our clients to add enhanced edge compute capabilities to aerospace and defense systems.”

Microchip’s comprehensive Mi-V ecosystem helps designers slash time to market by providing support for symmetric multiprocessing (SMP) rich operating systems like Linux, VxWorks®, PIKE OS and more real time operating systems like RTEMS and Zephyr®. Mi-V is a comprehensive suite of tools and design resources, developed with numerous third parties, to support RISC-V designs. The Mi-V ecosystem aims to increase adoption of the RISC-V instruction set architecture (ISA) and support Microchip’s SoC FPGA portfolio.

The RT PolarFire FPGA has already received the Qualified Manufacturers List (QML) Class Q designation based on specific performance and quality requirements as governed by the Defense Logistics Agency. There is also a clear path for this device to achieve QML Class V qualification, the highest qualification standard for space microelectronics.

For more than 60 years, Microchip’s solutions have powered space flight missions. Building on a history of providing reliable, low-power SONOS-, Flash- and antifuse-based FPGAs in the industry, the company works to help streamline the design of high-speed communications payloads, high-resolution sensors and instruments and flight-critical systems for Low Earth Orbit (LEO), deep space or anything in between. To learn more, visit Microchip’s radiation-tolerant FPGA page.

Availability of Development Tools

Customers can start designs now with the development tools and boards provided for the commercial equivalent PolarFire SoC. For more information, visit the PolarFire SoC page.

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Bengaluru, India – 2nd May 2024: element14 Global, a fast and reliable distributor of products and technology for electronic and industrial system design, maintenance, and repair, has been presented with the prestigious EMEAI (Europe, Middle East, Africa, India) Sales Performance Award 2023 by Keysight Technologies.

Keysight Technologies, a global innovation partner providing design, emulation, and test solutions, commended element14 for its exceptional performance in Keysight's high-service distribution channel. element4 also received recognition as the sole High Service Distributor to receive a Sales Performance Award for 2023, underscoring our strong partnership with Keysight Technologies. Furthermore, as element14's newly authorized distributor in India, element14 has demonstrated agility in introducing new products.

Kari Fauber, VP Global Partner Sales & ecommerce, and Alessandro Pino, EMEAI Senior Sales Director said,’ “Congratulations to element14l for outstanding performance of Keysight’s high service distribution channel. This award reflects element14’s best-in-class sales performance, which was achieved through great marketing collaboration, significant inventory investment and sales effort, and most importantly serving customers. We also want to thank element14’s for their rapid introduction of new products, and for becoming our first high service distribution partner in India.’’

Lee Turner, VP Supplier & Product Management element14, said, ‘’Receiving the EMEAI Sales Performance Award from Keysight Technologies is truly an honor for us at element14. We are immensely proud of our partnership with Keysight and remain dedicated to surpassing expectations. We look forward to building further upon this success and achieving even greater milestones together going forwards."

Enables longer battery runtime in wearables, trackers, and activity monitoring

The LSM6DSV32X 6-axis inertial module (IMU) from STMicroelectronics has a large accelerometer full-scale range of 32g and 4000 degrees-per-second (dps) gyroscope to measure intensive movements and impacts, including freefall height estimation. Ready to drive future generations of edge-AI applications, the new sensor device enables extra features and longer battery runtime in consumer wearables, asset trackers, and impact and fall alarms for workers.

The LSM6DSV32X extends the family of smart sensors that contain ST’s machine-learning core (MLC) with AI algorithms based on decision trees. With the MLC for context sensing and a finite state machine (FSM) for motion tracking, these sensors let product developers add new features, minimize latency, and save power. Leveraging the embedded features LSM6DSV32X slashes the power budget for functions such as gym-activity recognition to below 6µA. The LSM6DSV32X also embeds ST’s Sensor Fusion Low-Power (SFLP) algorithm to perform 3D orientation tracking at just 30µA. And by supporting adaptive self-configuration (ASC), the module autonomously reconfigures sensor settings in real-time to continuously optimize performance and power.

In addition to the accelerometer and gyroscope, the LSM6DSV32X integrates ST’s Qvar electrostatic charge-variation sensing to handle advanced user-interface functions such as touching, swiping, and tapping. The module also contains an analog hub for acquisition and processing of external analog signals.

Product developers can rely on a large selection of ready-to-use libraries and tools to accelerate time to market for new products. These include the intuitive MEMS Studio environment, which supports evaluation and use-case development, and a dedicated GitHub repository that provides code examples such as sports-activity and head-gesture recognition. Resources also include hardware adapters for connecting the IMU to ST’s evaluation and proof-of-concept boards such as the ProfiMEMS board, Nucleo sensor expansion board, and Sensortile.box PRO.

The LSM6DSV32X is scheduled to enter volume production in May 2024 in a 2.5mm x 3mm x 0.83mm 14-lead LGA package. Sample requests and pricing information are available from local ST sales offices. Pricing starts from $2.98 for orders of 1000 pieces.

Please visit https://www.st.com/lsm6dsv32x for more information.

STM32CubeMX 6.11 is a new milestone as it allows developers to use the unique features of the new STM32H7R and STM32H7S. The software also continues to simplify development on STM32 by offering popular USB middleware previously bound to an OS. Similarly, it is the first version of CMake, which will significantly optimize workflows. STM32CubeMX thus continues to stand as the reference application for STM32 developers thanks to its UI that removes complexity and increases the accessibility of the STM32 ecosystem. Furthermore, the new version inaugurates support for the NUCLEO-U031R8, NUCLEO-U083RC, NUCLEO-H7S3L8, NUCLEO-H533RE.

What’s new in STM32CubeMX 6.11

Support for the STM32H7R and STM32H7S

STM32CubeMX 6.11 is a crucial update for the new STM32H7R and the STM32H7S MCUs because the software helps take advantage of their memory capabilities. Indeed, the devices have a smaller flash, which makes them the most cost-effective STM32H7. Since the device targets applications that must use external storage, the new memory can help significantly lower the bill of materials. Additionally, to make the embedded flash even more meaningful, ST introduced the boot flash, which stores the entire boot sequence, thus replacing the ROM we see on MCUs. Consequently, the embedded storage becomes even more flexible and practical since it isn’t only used for application, but boot, and initialization as well.

To make the boot flash more accessible, we are exposing the feature on STM32CubeMX. Put simply, the GUI will help developers configure the embedded flash to take advantage of its boot capabilities. Similarly, since the STM32H7R and STM32H7S will be used in systems with external memory, STM32CubeMX can set up an external loader so applications like STM32CubeProgrammer can program those discrete flash modules directly. It will also help developers load the main application in the embedded memory and the rest of the system in the external one.

Support for USBX middleware

The new version of STM32CubeMX adds support for the USBX middleware in a bare metal environment. USBX is a software stack that enables the use of a USB host or device. Until now, developers who wanted to use it had to install ThreadX RTOS. The problem is that if teams wanted to do away with the operating system to optimize their system, they couldn’t use USBX. Thanks to STM32CubeMX, it is now easier to include the right middleware into projects.

Make project generation

STM32CubeMX 6.11 inaugurates its support for CMake, an open-source suite of tools that allow developers to build, test, and package their software. It’s especially useful in large multi-platform projects because it helps streamline large workflows. The current CMake support current focuses on applications that run on a single-core MCU and do not use Trustzone. Over time, we will continue to update our CMake support to allow STM32CubeMX to generate projects for more STM32 microcontrollers.

What is STM32CubeMX?

STM32CubeMX is a graphical tool that helps developers generate code that initializes a microcontroller and its application. Users get an interface to configure the MCU’s pinout, resolve conflicts, and set up hardware peripherals and middleware. Users can also configure the clock tree and benefit from a wizard that automates specific calculations. Similarly, it can help set up and tune the DDR on STM32 MPUs. The tool also helps select MCUs or MPUs and download their software packages. Hence, it’s very often the first point of contact with developers. The tool is available in STM32CubeIDE or as a standalone download.

STM32CubeMX also assists developers in other parts of their job. For instance, finding the proper documentation can be tricky, especially with such a vast library. ST is famous for its extensive documentation, and partners tell us that it’s one of the reasons they select our devices. Hence, we offer tutorial videos within the standalone version of STM32CubeMX to help developers search for information. We offer content on configuring the clock tree, the pins, or different software features. Programmers who are new to our tools can start their application quicker, thus further lowering the barrier to entry and reducing friction.

For readers who may be less familiar with STM32CubeMX, here is a rundown of some of the features we’ve released in the past.

A UI for quick feature access

Embedded system developers must grasp the numerous layers of abstractions within their ecosystem. A typical PC or mobile app developer can do all their work with only one or very few high-level languages and scripting frameworks. Conversely, working with a microcontroller forces teams to consider the many existing layers. For instance, a team looking for the ultimate optimizations will work as close to the metal with low-level code. However, those looking for a more practical approach that can still yield excellent performance will use our hardware abstraction layer (HAL), and those with a priority on rapid development will use our board support package (BSP), which abstracts the HAL.

However, too many embedded ecosystems fail to understand that the higher the abstraction, the more developers seek convenience. Indeed, if teams must spend hours or even days setting up an abstraction layer, it becomes pointless. Consequently, CubeMX 6.10.0 introduced a new UI that helps initialize our BSP functions under “New Projects” -> “Start My Project”. The UI currently works with only a few of our newest development platforms (NUCLEO-C031C6, as well as NUCLEO-H563ZI and NUCLEO-U5A5ZJ-Q when TrustZone is disabled), but our teams are working to support more development boards over time.

Let’s take the example of a blinking light demo on the NUCLEO-H563ZI. The first step is to ensure that at least USER LED GREEN is selected in the Human Machine Interface dropdown menu. When choosing this option in the new UI, the system automatically commits the right pins, instead of just suggesting which pin to use and sets up the HAL so developers can immediately use the BSP function to toggle the LED on or off. Hence, users simply have to push the GENERATE CODE button on the top right side and open the main.c file in Core/Src/ to see the BSP_LED function initialized and ready to use in the main function and ready for use in the while loop.

Additionally, ST included a “Generate demonstration code” option, which adds comments and examples in the generated main C file. Hence, beyond automating the initialization process, the new UI can also serve as a guide for new developers who can open their new files and see how to toggle a light on and off, for instance. Consequently, even a developer with a cursory knowledge of C can run a blinking light application with minimal coaching. In a nutshell, the new version of STM32CubeMX aims to make embedded systems more accessible, even to those with minimal experience in the field.

No admin rights required

With version 6.10.0, STM32CubeMX for Windows managed to do away with the admin privilege requirement. Previously, the operating system would ask for the admin password when installing the utility. Now, thanks to a reworking of the installation process, Windows no longer asks for admin permissions, which is a tremendous help for users with a locked-down computer. Often, corporations lock their machines to prevent hacks or misuse, and it can be very cumbersome to ask the administrator to authorize an installation. STM32CubeMX 6.10.0 solved that. The Linux and macOS versions of STM32CubeMX don’t suffer the same issues due to how each operating system manages user privileges.

New support for the STM32H5 and STM32MP13

STM32CubeMX is often the first utility developers launch when working on their STM32 MCU because it lets them initialize their device, select the correct firmware package, configure the clock tree, and more. As a result, ST aims to add support for our latest devices continuously. For instance, this new version is compatible with the ability to generate files for secure projects running on our new STM32H5, which introduces new security safeguards. Similarly, STM32CubeMX now provides a memory management tool for the STM32WB and STM32WBA MCUs. The latter is also getting options to support its Thread, Zigbee, and 802.15.4 millimeter wave RF functionalities. Finally, as promised, we are also adding RTOS support for the new STM32MP13.

Memory Management Tool (MMT)

STM32CubeMX comes with a Memory Management Tool. The graphical user interface vastly facilitates the configuration of registers on devices like the STM32H5 or STM32U5, among others. For instance, it can help set up a device to use TrustZone, a secure environment, or a memory protection unit with only a few clicks. Previously, developers had to figure out which registers governed what function. The new MMT removes much of the complexity to create a far more intuitive experience. Furthermore, as STM32CubeMX 6.10.0 shows, we continue to bring the MMT to new STM32 devices.

Boot Path Management

The Boot Path Manager facilitates the configuration of the new boot loader available on the STM32H5. The latest mainstream MCU from ST supports an immutable root of trust (iRoT) and an updatable root of trust (uRoT). Depending on their security needs, developers can choose to use both, one or none. STM32CubeMX makes this possible by helping users select their configuration from a menu, automatically generate keys, and set up the boot path to secure the microcontroller. As STM32H5 development boards are increasingly available, we ensure that STM32CubeMX can help them take advantage of the new features.

Secure Manager

Secure Manager is another critical feature announced in early 2023 that is now accessible from STM32CubeMX. Secure Manager is our first Trusted Execution Environment. As part of the STM32 Trust initiative, it includes binaries and can help with certification at the system level. As a result, customers targeting a SESIL & PSA Level 3 Certification can vastly hasten their qualification process. In a nutshell, developers use STM32CubeMX to set up all the functionalities in Secure Manager, and the system then uses a scripting mechanism relying on the latest version of STM32CubeProgrammer CLI to configure the MCU.

Pre- and post-flight scripts

ST added pre- and post-flight scripting capabilities in STM32CubeMX to automate various tasks. Put simply, users can ask the application to launch scripts before and after it performs a code generation to adapt to the needs of expert users. For instance, a programmer could automatically copy files to a new folder or send them to GitHub before they are erased by the new files generated. It would enable engineers to keep a history of their configuration in case they’d like to revert to a previous state. Similarly, a post-flight script could add the newly generated files to a project and launch an IDE.

Authentication

STM32CubeMX requires users to log in to their my.ST.com account before downloading a package, which may perplex some in our community. Previously, users had to leave the application, go to ST.com, and enter their credentials when downloading a piece of software. A few versions ago, STM32CubeMX created a more cohesive experience by ensuring users don’t have to leave the software. However, it does mean asking for their credentials. However, it’s still possible to use STM32CubeMX without an account until that point

~ The range is one of the most premium horns available in the Indian aftermarket and is compatible with almost every car manufactured in India~

National, 29th April 2024: The Indian automotive industry has ushered into a new era with customers now demanding more premium products from automobile manufacturers, considering that owning a car is not only necessary. It’s a style statement, a part of their personality, for which people have started paying attention to the minutest detailing. The recent trend highlights that consumers are ready to spend extra money on their cars but these changes are not merely limited to the interiors or exterior upgrades anymore. The consumers are exploring beyond such as changing their reliable disc horns with sweet-sounding trumpet horns. The problem is that many horn manufacturers sell trumpet horns, but most of them are horns that usually don’t sound like a premium trumpet horn.

But now, Uno Minda, a leading Tier 1 supplier of Proprietary Automotive Solutions to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), in its latest product offering in the Indian aftermarket has unveiled a premium range of trumpet horns, named C80, which is designed for every car owners who are looking to replace their standard horns with superior sound quality ones, to give their cars an enhanced personality.

The technology of Uno Minda C80 premium car horn comes from the company’s acquisition of Clarton Horn, Spain, which makes it the second largest horn manufacturer and OEM supplier globally. Uno Minda has brought the signature product of Clarton to India, whose sound is similar to the majestic & soothing horn sound of premium segment cars, the quality of which has been very well accepted among luxury car owners. Uno Minda saw a genuine demand for this type of horn among Indian consumers and decided to make this premium trumpet horn available in the Indian aftermarket.

This trumpet horn promises a potent performance with an 80-millimeter diameter and a robust sound output exceeding 105 decibels. Operating on a 12-volt power supply, the C80 horn requires a shallow current of 3.5A to give such a powerful yet pleasant sound. Its compact design ensures its compatibility with various vehicles, from hatchbacks to luxury models. Renowned global premium OEMs such as BMW, Mercedes, and Rolls Royce favor these horns, underscoring their exceptional quality and immense potential.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Anand Kumar, Head of Product & Strategy,  in the Aftermarket Uno Minda Ltd., said” There is an ongoing trend where the cars now evoke emotions, and owners seek top-notch aftermarket products to enhance their driving experience. Recognizing a growing demand for high-quality horns that not only ensure safety but also add personality to vehicles, Uno Minda embarked on a mission to redefine the role of horns on the road, through the introduction of C80. With its compact and lightweight design, coupled with premium sound quality, the C80 promises to elevate the driving experience with its distinct tone. We are confident that this horn would become a sought-after horn for car enthusiasts, leaving a lasting impression on the market.”

The C80 vehicle Horn represents Uno Minda’s unwavering commitment to on-road safety and consumer satisfaction. Extensive market research has shaped its design and functionality, ensuring that it meets the highest standards of quality and reliability. Rigorous testing, including 100,000 cycles of environmental simulations, guarantees durability and performance in any condition. Moreover, its low current consumption of 3.5 amps ensures seamless integration with any vehicle’s electrical system, without causing strain.

Furthermore,  the premium packaging, equipped with a lock-and-tear feature to prevent counterfeiting, underscores Uno Minda’s focus on delivering a secure and authentic customer experience. Additionally, its universal fit ensures effortless installation in any car model, thereby enhancing its accessibility for everyone.

Uno Minda’s Ultimo C80 premium trumpet horn comes with a one-year warranty. Priced competitively, the C 80 premium car horn is priced at MRP 1080 INR and is available at all the leading online and offline retail stores including UnoMinda Kart, Amazon, and Flipkart.

Higher power delivery brings wireless charging to a larger class of mobile robots

 APRIL 30, 2024 – SEATTLE – Next week WiBotic, a company that specializes in advanced wireless charging and power optimization solutions for the rapidly expanding ecosystem of industrial, commercial and space robotics, will demonstrate its new 1kW (1000 Watt) wireless charging system at the Automate Show in Chicago. WiBotic’s new platform will provide a larger class of mobile robots with greater range, flexibility and reliability than contact-based charging.

WiBotic’s new 1kW system uses resonant wireless charging, operating at higher frequencies than inductive charging to deliver power efficiently over longer distances.

The platform removes the need for robots to physically connect to a charger, eliminating safety risks from electrical shorts and fire risk from sparking across contacts. Because the wireless power components can also be fully sealed, the new 1kW system is well suited for difficult environments where dirt, dust, water or corrosion can lead to failed charging cycles.

With 1kW charging, WiBotic brings the benefits of wireless charging to a new class of larger robots – including industrial electric vehicles and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) – operating in a wide array of industries from warehouse robotics to outdoor applications such as solar field inspection, agriculture, and mining. A variant of the WiBotic system is also being developed for use on the lunar surface under contract with Astrobotic and NASA.

The benefits of 1kW wireless charging are further enhanced when used in conjunction with the WiBotic Commander software package. With Commander, customers can easily monitor the charging status and battery health of entire fleets of robots in real time. Charging procedures can then be implemented proactively to vary charge current and voltage to dramatically increase battery lifespan.

“WiBotic’s new wireless 1kW charging platform enhances operations,” said Peter King, Vice President of Cypher Robotics, Inc. “We’ve successfully deployed WiBotic chargers for customers in a range of applications and in some difficult environmental conditions - but historically only in applications where overnight charging was possible. With the new 1kW system, robots will charge at three times the previous speed, opening up a whole new set of applications where fast and ultra-reliable charging is needed.”

“1kW wireless charging is the number one request we get from our customers, and we’ve been working to develop a new product that provides the same ease of use and reliability as our field-proven lower power systems.” said WiBotic CEO, Ben Waters. “The new system is interoperable with all existing WiBotic hardware and is fully programmable using our software, APIs and the Commander platform for larger fleets.”

For a demonstration of the 1kW system, please stop by Booth #4087 near the ARM Demo Area at the Automate show in Chicago, May 6th-9th. WiBotic is accepting advance orders for its 1kW system, with delivery scheduled for this summer.

Contact WiBotic Sales using the product inquiry form on the WiBotic website for more information.