ドイツのInfineon Technologiesは、TPMS(タイヤ空気圧監視システム)向けの半導体センサICチップで、このほど国内トップであり世界第2位の大手自動車電装品メーカーのデンソーから技術開発賞(Technology Development Award)を受賞した(図1)。外国系半導体メーカーで技術 ...

Since 2007, cars in the U.S. have been required to be fitted with TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System). This way, owners are well-informed about the status of their tire pressure while they're out ...

Modern cars can do a lot of impressive stuff. The onboard diagnostic (OBD) system can tell us when there's a vehicle malfunction by activating the check engine light, while advanced car safety ...

Tyres are one of, if not the most important part of your car. They’re your connection to the road, and if they’re not on top form your car won’t grip effectively, nor will it be as efficient as it ...

Modern vehicles are more capable than ever. They can alert us to engine or mechanical malfunctions, thanks to the onboard diagnostic (OBD) system, and numerous advanced safety systems, like blind spot ...