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Body and Convenience
The car is probably the most sophisticated electronic device a user has to handle. Because of its growing complexity, it is a permanent need to increase the comforts and convenience features for the driver and passengers. These features span systems such as dome and door zone controls, HVAC systems, wiper and seat controls, lighting controls, to name a few. In this field, ST is a frontrunner in the impressive array of mechanical-electronic “mechatronic” platforms which currently characterize the automotive industry. The Company’s System-On-Chip (SoC) technology enables sophisticated automotive innovations, with high integrated microelectronics for mechatronic solutions like door applications or single chip system ICs for mirrors.
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STMicroelectronics Breaks the Rules with Smaller and More Robust Power Devices
STMicroelectronics has reinforced its leadership in smart power technologies with the introduction of a new generation of its proprietary VIPowerTM (Vertical Intelligent Power) family of technologies. Called M0-5, the new technology employs a patented control strategy that allows the Company to significantly reduce chip and package sizes while delivering the same power level as currently available devices, and at the same time dramatically increasing robustness. (More...)
STMicroelectronics Introduces Complete Automotive H Bridge in a Single Package
STMicroelectronics has introduced a complete H bridge in a single package for high-power automotive applications such as driving window lifts, seat positioners and for DC motor control. The VNH3SP30 is a full-bridge motor driver intended for a wide range of automotive applications and packaged to save customers board space, weight and costs.