Power modules for application in three-level inverters

Aicox Soluciones presents Mitsubishi Electric power modules designed for application in three-level inverters.

Mitsubishi Electric has developed a power module that supports three levels using a low-loss power chip that provides the three-level inverter with the necessary circuitry.

Key Features:

  • Reduction of energy consumption by approximately 30%.
  • A new package has been developed that helps reduce inductance and simplify the configuration of the inverter circuit.
  • The IGBT specifications have been optimized to contribute to the development of a new compact package with low inductance.
  • Four, two and one IGBT modules have been included in the range to help create more compact inverters, thus providing greater design freedom.

Applications:

  • Renewable energy.
  • Engine control.
  • Electrical power, uninterruptible power supply systems (UPS).

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Flame Retardant Low Loss Cables for Railway and Vehicular Applications

Aicox Soluciones presents the low-loss flame retardant cables for railway and vehicular applications OmProCab®-5 Flex

Aicox distributor for Spain and Portugal of the German manufacturer of MIMO antennas for trains and vehicles Antonics GmbH presents the OmProCab®-5 Flex cable.

These low-loss quadruple-shielded coaxial cables with flexible inner conductor and certifications according to EN 45545-2 railway and ECE R 118 vehicle standards can be supplied with different length configurations and standard connectors N, TNC, SMA, QMA, BNC, both straight and angled and even on request with other types of connectors and custom lengths.

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Advantech MicroATX motherboard

Aicox presents AIMB-508, a MicroATX motherboard for 13th generation Intel® Core™ processors from Advantech

Advantech, a global leader in Embedded IoT, is pleased to introduce the AIMB-508, an I/O-intensive MicroATX motherboard designed to accommodate 12th and 13th Gen Intel® Core™ desktop processors. The AIMB-508 features an abundance of expansion slots and I/O ports, including 2 x LANs with speeds up to 2.5GbE, facilitating seamless upgrades for high-speed end devices.

With 6 x COM and up to 14 x USB ports, it offers rich functionality for quick adaptation to various devices and systems. Equipped with onboard PCIe x16 and PCI, the AIMB-508 ensures flexible and efficient transmission, meeting the requirements of automation control and entry-level medical imaging, encompassing industrial sensors and machine vision systems. Additionally, the motherboard comes bundled with DeviceOn, providing smart remote management and updates to enhance operational efficiency at the edge.

Key Features:

  • 12th/13th Gen Intel® Core™ Desktop Processors, max. 24-Core.
  • Support for H610E UDIMM DDR4 chipset up to 64 GB at 3200 MHz.
  • Triple independent displays with VGA, DP, HDMI, or eDP.
  • Expansion support: 1 x 1GbE LAN, 1 x 2.5GbE LAN, up to 8 x USB 3.2 Gen1, 6 x USB 2.0, 4 x SATA III, up to 10 x RS-232.
  • Plentiful expansion support: M.2 M-Key for NVMe, PCIe x16 Gen4, PCIe x4 Gen3, 2 x PCI.
  • Embedded OS and Software: Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux Ubuntu, and DeviceOn.

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AI solutions based on Advantech’s Hailo-8 Edge processor

Aicox presents AI solutions based on Advantech’s Hailo-8 Edge processor

Advantech, a global leader in Industrial IoT, has recently partnered with CharIN to provide embedded systems expertise for EVSE manufacturers and charging point operators. It aims to improve seamless integration, out-of-band manageability, print-proof scalability and cybersecurity in the EV charging vertical market.

The Hailo-8 edge AI processor, with up to 26 tera-operations per second (TOPS), far outperforms all other edge processors. Its energy and area efficiency is much higher than that of other leading solutions by a considerable order of magnitude, with a size of less than a cent in its COB version, including the necessary memory. It has an architecture that leverages the basic properties of neural networks, enabling next-generation devices to run large-scale deep learning applications more efficiently, effectively and sustainably than other AI chips and solutions, while reducing significantly the costs.

Key Features:

  • Unprecedented AI computing power of 26 Tera operations per second (TOPS).
  • Best-in-class energy efficiency, consuming 2.5W typical.
  • Enables AI inference in real time, low latency and high efficiency on edge devices.
  • Higher profitability (TOPS/$) compared to existing solutions.
  • Scalable:
    – Simultaneous processing of multiple flows and models.
    – Compatible with various Hailo-8 devices.
  • Commercial, industrial and automotive grades, supported:
    – Industrial: -40ºC to 85ºC
    – Automobile: -40 °C to 105 °C
  • Easy hardware integration; does not require external memory.
  • Comprehensive solution composed of hardware and software.
  • New proprietary structure-based data flow architecture.

It is available in COB versions and M.2 and miniPCIe modules.

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Aicox facilitates development of robotics and optical inspection

Autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) are becoming a new normal by helping automate and drive efficiencies in the simple yet technologically complex process of moving assets and resources in warehousing, logistics, and manufacturing environments.

The market for autonomous robots is expected to rise at a compound annual growth rate of 43 percent starting in 2022, reaching a valuation of USD 18B by 2027 with an install base of 2.4M units worldwide. This growth is driven by a surge in e-commerce over the past several years, with a global consumer base that expects fast delivery amid disruptive labor shortages.

With the robotics market growing exponentially, Advantech’s ARK-2251 and MIO-5377 modules powered by Intel offer solution providers powerful new ways to take advantage of this opportunity.

 

Advantech solutions with 13th Gen Intel® Core™ mobile processors.

 

Advantech MIO-5377

  • 13th Gen Intel Core mobile processor with up to 14 cores and 15W to 28W TDP.
  •  Intel® Iris® Xe graphics with up to 96 graphics
    execution units (EUs).
  • Dual-channel DDR5-4800 memory.
  • USB4 Type-C connector.
  •  4x UART, 3x I2C, 2x CAN bus connectors (all 1 Mbps).
  •  Wi-Fi 6E ready and 5G ready.
  •  IPC-A-610 assembly process.

Advantech ARK-2251

  •  13th Gen Intel Core mobile processor with up to 10
    cores and 15W TDP.
  • Intel Iris Xe graphics with up to 96 graphics EUs.
  • Dual-channel DDR5-4800 memory.
  •  3x Intel® GbE with Power over Ethernet (PoE), 6x
    USB 3.1, 6x RS-232/422/485, 2x HDMI, 2x CAN bus.
  • Optional I/O expansion with Advantech iDoor modules.
  • -20°C to 60°C operating temperature, fanless design.

 

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Advantech TS-207 Rugged Vehicle Computer

Aicox introduces the Advantech TS-207 rugged vehicle computer with 4K video recording server capabilities.

The TS-207 computer is ideal for outdoor 4K NVR and edge AI applications. It is equipped with the robust 11th generation Intel TigerLake processor for outstanding performance.

Its fanless design ensures reliability in extreme temperatures (-40°C to 70°C), and the IP65 housing protects against damage caused by water and dust.

Key Features:

  • 11th generation Intel® Core™ U-series processor SoC.
  • Fanless operation up to -40 ~70°C temperature.
  • PoE GbE to support the main IP cameras.
  • Lockable connectors with IP65 protection.
  • 12/24 VDC with E-Mark and EN50155 certifications.
  • Intelligent Vehicle Ignition.
  • MIL-STD-810H method 814.8 (Category 4).
  • Integrated Advantech DeviceOn for easy management.

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Advantech becomes a core member of CharIN

World’s top embedded computing solution provider launches EVSE controller with IEC 62443 solutio

 

Advantech (TWSE: 2395), a global leader in Industrial IoT, has recently partnered with CharIN to demonstrate their commitment to providing expertise in embedded systems for EVSE manufacturers and charge point operators. Aim to enhance seamless integration, out-of-band manageability, print-proof scalability, and cybersecurity in the vertical EV charging market.

Founded in 1983, Advantech boasts 40 years of expertise in embedded computing. They offer comprehensive system integration, hardware and software solutions, customer-centric design services, embedded systems, and global logistics support. Their latest innovation is the AFE-E series single-board computers (SBCs), which not only function as integrated EVSE controllers but also serve as Security and Energy Communication Controllers (SECCs). What sets them apart is their ability to provide enhanced manageability in out-of-band scenarios, harness scalable AI computing power, and offer embedded security protection in alignment with industry standards such as IEC 62443 and others.

As the world embraces electric vehicles, Advantech stands ready to provide the comprehensive solutions required for a sustainable and interconnected future. Stay tuned as this collaboration unfolds, promising a more seamless and secure EV charging experience for all Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, Advantech operates across 27 countries. In 2022 alone, the company achieved a substantial revenue of US$2.3 billion, a testament to their relentless pursuit of excellence. Advantech has the corporate vision to “Enable an Intelligent Planet”. The company is a global leader in the fields of IoT intelligent systems and embedded platforms. To embrace the trends of IoT, big data, and artificial intelligence, Advantech promotes IoT hardware and software solutions with the industrial IoT platform – WISE-PaaS core to assist business partners and clients in connecting their industrial chains. Advantech is also working with business partners to co-create business ecosystems that accelerate the goal of industrial intelligence.

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Global Mobility Call Fair, Visit us! STAND 14C13A

Aicox Soluciones, an engineering leader dedicated to the design, manufacturing and integration of hardware and software solutions for the transportation and energy markets, will be present together with its strategic partners Advantech, Gencell, Antonics and EchoStar at the booth 14C13A from the fair Global Mobility Call during October 24, 25 and 26.

Among the solutions that will be shown during the fair, the following stand out:

  • Monitoring and control systems.
  • Computing and communications hardware solutions.
  • Flat antennas for mobile, embedded and static system solutions.
  • LORA satellite communications solutions.
  • Unique hydrogen fuel cell solutions.

GET YOUR ACCESS PASS BY FILLING OUT THE FORM HERE

For more information contact José Luis Learte jlearte@aicox.com

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NEW CATALOG OF ADVANTECH ROBOTIC APPLICATIONS

Aicox presents the new catalog of robotic applications from Advantech

Advantech, a leading provider of industrial computers, is pleased to announce the launch of its new portfolio of robotics applications for industries including manufacturing, entertainment, defense and law enforcement, logistics, and healthcare.

Robots of the future are expected to be situationally aware and able to sense and interact with the environment in real time.

AI acceleration cards, sensors, real-time motion control systems, and wireless communication are key elements in implementing these capabilities.

With Advantech’s robot design services ranging from embedded hardware platforms, ROS2 suite, real-time control and safety to OTA software updates and peripheral integration, the development of all these robotic applications will be accelerated.

 

 

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New SLIMDIP-Z module

Aicox Soluciones and Mitsubishi Electric present the new SLIMDIP-Z module

 

Mitsubishi Electric expands its SLIMDIP range and reaches up to 30 amps of nominal current with a new intelligent module in 30A/600V SLIMDIP package.

By reducing thermal resistance and motor noise, the SLIMDIP-Z is presented as a solution for inverter systems that need to reach up to this current range and simplify and reduce the size of the inverter.

MAIN FEATURES:

  • Insulation improvements reduce thermal resistance between chip and capsule by 40% compared to the existing 15 amp SLIMDIP-L, increasing current rating to 30 amps.
  • The motor noise reduction technology implemented in the RC-IGBTs (Reverse Conducting-IGBTs) helps to reduce the number of noise-suppressing components on the board, which will facilitate the design of inverter systems of smaller size and cost.

SPECIFICATIONS:

model

SLIMDIP-Z.

application

Home air conditioners, washing machines, etc.

dimensions

18.8 x 32.8 x 3.6mm


Rating voltage

600V.

Rating current

30A.

built-in chips

Three-phase inverter bridge with built-in RC-IGBT, HVIC, LVIC and bootstrap diode chips.

functions

– Short-circuit (SC) protection by means of router shunt resistor.
– Controlled power sluppy under-voltage (UV) protection. For output on N-side.
– Over-temperature protection (on N-side).
– Analog temperature voltage output (VOT).

shipments

From February 2023.

other

Open-emitter N-side IGBT.

 

The SLIMDIP series offer encapsulation compatibility in dimensions and pin out in its entire range from 5 to 30 amps.

This new SLIMDIP-Z module addresses the market demands for higher power inverter systems, mainly for washing machines, air conditioners, white goods and small capacity general purpose motors.

 

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