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Power Management

A typical mobile robotics application powers a variety of loads ranging from computers to motor drives and cameras. Knightscope powers LIDAR, GPS, sonar, IMUs, 4K cameras and high-fidelity audio and uses Vicor high-density power modules to power these loads. Knightscope sought power that was compact and highly efficient because the ASRs have no airflow or venting. They needed a pure conduction-cooled solution that could use the aluminum skin as a heat sink.

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Vicor Corporation

OLogic extols high-density power modules to drive today’s robotic revolution

 Vicor Corporation interviews OLogic, a full-service robotics design and development group, on the Vicor Powering Innovation podcast. OLogic helps design a wide...
STM32 Microprocessors

New STM32 Microprocessors balance performance, power, and cost for advanced connected devices

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R-78 Switching Regulators

RECOM upgraded its R-78 Switching Regulators Series

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Energy-Harvesting

NFC-based Sensing Controllers with Energy-Harvesting capabilities

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Current Sense Amplifier ICs

High Accuracy Current Sense Amplifier ICs for Industrial Applications

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USB Power Delivery Applications up to 140W

Integrated Digital Controller for USB Power Delivery Applications up to 140W by STMicroelectronics

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MCU with USB-C PD

High-Voltage MCU with USB-C PD & Buck-Boost Charging Controller

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Thick Film Chip Resistors

Automotive Grade Thick Film Chip Resistors for Automotive & Industrial Applications

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MOSFETs for Smartphone Battery Protection

Super-Short Channel MOSFETs for Smartphone Battery Protection Circuit Modules

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