Fundamentals of Vehicle Electrification

Using current mode PWM controllers in a high-voltage economizer

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Learn how to use current mode PWM controllers and LED drivers in a high- voltage contractor economizer. In order to connect a high-voltage electric battery in HEV/EVs to the loads, the battery power lines are routed through electronically…

Simplify automotive body motor controller designs

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Automotive body motors enhance comfort and convenience for vehicle occupants and make car rides more enjoyable. With analog integration, TI provides products that simplify body motor controller designs with features such as power off braking…

Selecting Wide VIN DC/DC Converters for Commercial Vehicle Telematics

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Learn about the key design considerations when selecting a DC/DC buck converter for commercial vehicle telematics applications.

How to design an automotive transient and overcurrent protection filter

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Designing these power architectures requires the implementation of power conditioning and protection to ensure system functionality across different transient events. In this article, explore the typical transients that may be of…

Processing the advantages of zone architecture

[TECHNICAL TRAINING]

Learn why zonal architectures are becoming more prevalent to organize ECUs throughout the vehicle resulting in simplified networking and power architecture.

Estimating distance with Bluetooth LE in car access

[TRAINING]

Learn how the TI Connection Monitor is used to monitor Bluetooth Low Energy communications to estimate the distance in applications such as car access or remote keyless entry.

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Discover how Bluetooth® Low Energy is changing the connected car

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

This article dives into the benefits of Bluetooth Low Energy in automotive applications such as tire pressure monitoring systems, cable replacement, telematics and more.

Creating an immersive automotive audio experience with higher output power and Class-H control

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Learn how to refresh your audio system to enhance the user experience by increasing output power, leveraging higher-impedance speakers and implementing Class-H control…

Addressing high-voltage design challenges with reliable and affordable isolation technologies

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper provides an overview of galvanic isolation, explains common isolation methods for high-voltage systems, and shows how Texas Instruments isolation integrated circuits…

How to design high-voltage systems with higher reliability while reducing solution size and cost

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

This article explains how to keep high-voltage systems such as powertrain applications safe by utilizing the latest isolation technologies for improved reliability while reducing…

Expanding functionality of cell supervision unit in battery management systems

[APPLICATION BRIEF]

“This article explains how efefctively increase the fucntionality of a battery manageemnt system by adding an 8:1 or 4-channel 2:1 multiplexer.

ADVANCED EMI MITIGATION TECHNIQUES FOR AUTOMOTIVE CONVERTERS

[ARTICLE]

Get a detailed overview of the causes of EMI in automotive systems and techniques to mitigate it. Features discussion on filter design, spread spectrum, and more.

OPTIMIZING FLIP-CHIP IC THERMAL PERFORMANCE IN AUTOMOTIVE DESIGNS

[BLOG POST]

The smaller size of a flip-chip package usually means sacrificing thermal performance. In this technical article, learn how to optimize flip-chip design in automotive applications to get the best of both worlds.

DRIVING VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION FORWARD

[VIDEO]

Consumers are demanding it. Regulations are requiring it. Electrification is transforming the automotive industry and expectations for engineers. Our broad portfolio can help you increase the efficiency, power density and reliability of your HEV/EV systems without compromising on safety or cost.

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HOW VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION IS EVOLVING VOLTAGE BOARD NETS

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Learn how vehicle electrification is evolving voltage board nets. HEV/EV designers have more ways to add electrification to run power-hungry applications.

HOW TO REDUCE EMI AND SHRINK POWER-SUPPLY SIZE WITH AN INTEGRATED ACTIVE EMI FILTER

[BLOG POST]

An overview of active EMI filter (AEF) technology, and how it can be used to reduce passive EMI filter size by 50%.

NAVIGATE YOUR HVAC SYSTEM’S MOVE TO HEV/EVS WITH EASE

[WHITE PAPER]

Learn how to design your HVAC system without an internal combustion engine. This white paper explains the redesign of the HVAC system when transitioning to 48-V, 400-V and 800-V vehicles.

REDUCE CONDUCTED EMI IN AUTOMOTIVE BUCK CONVERTER APPLICATIONS

[APPLICATION NOTE]

An overview of tips for reducing conducted EMI in automotive systems, including hints for component selection and PCB layout.

WIRED VS. WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS IN EV BATTERY MANAGEMENT

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper explores the increased importance of battery management systems in electric vehicles and examines the benefits and challenges of both wired and wireless battery management systems.

A HIGH-PERFORMANCE, COMBO BOX POWERTRAIN SOLUTION: THE KEY TO EV ADOPTION

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper examines the benefits of using an integrated powertrain solution to speed adoption of electric vehicles through power electronics.

IMPROVE WIRELESS BATTERY MANAGEMENT WITH THE INDUSTRY’S BEST NETWORK AVAILABILITY

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Discover why network availability is critical for wireless battery management systems in electric vehicles.

FUNCTIONAL SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS IN BATTERY MANAGEMENT FOR VEHICLE ELECTRIFICATION

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper examines battery monitor considerations to help you meet ISO 26262 functional safety standard in electric vehicles.

CONSERVE BATTERY POWER IN HEV/EVS WITH AUTOMATIC HOST REVERSE WAKEUP

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Learn how a new automatic host reverse wake-up technology can enable the host MCU in battery management system in HEV/EV to be off when the car is parked and turned off to conserve the 12-v battery.

LOWERING AUDIBLE NOISE IN AUTOMOTIVE APPLICATIONS WITH TI’S DRSS TECHNOLOGY

[BLOG POST]

An overview of the common sources of audible noise in automotive electronic systems, and how it can be eliminated with the use of devices with dual random spread spectrum (DRSS).

REPLACE 3-PHASE BRIDGE DRIVERS IN AC COMPRESSOR MODULES

[BLOG POST]

Read about the benefits of using half-bridge gate drivers vs. 3-phase gate drivers in a high-voltage AC compressor module. This (E2E) forum post explains how the UCC27712-Q1 half-bridge gate driver can be effective in driving IGBTs for HEV/EVs.

HOW TO OPTIMIZE A MOTOR DRIVER DESIGN FOR 48-V MILD HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Learn how to achieve small system size and high-power motor driving in 48-V MHEV systems requiring functional safety support up to ASIL D

REVOLUTIONIZING AUTOMOTIVE BATTERY MANAGEMENT WITH TI WIRELESS BMS

[VIDEO]

In this on-demand webinar learn how TI’s wireless BMS solution can increase the reliability and range of EVs by replacing heavy cabling with a proprietary wireless protocol.

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FUNCTIONAL SAFETY-RELEVANT WIRELESS COMMUNICATION IN AUTOMOTIVE BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper explores the unique functional safety challenges encountered when designing a wireless battery management system.

DRIVING HIGH-VOLTAGE CONTACTORS IN EV AND HEVS

[WHITE PAPER]

This article gives a general introduction of the high-voltage contactors in EV and HEVs, and presents several approaches on how to drive the high-voltage contactors.

MANAGING THERMALS WITH A 2-LAYER BOARD

[TRAINING]

Utilizing a two-layer board is a cost-saving strategy that typically means sacrificing thermal performance. In this training video, learn how some layout tips can help you eliminate that trade-off in automotive applications.

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ACHIEVING HIGH EFFICIENCY AND ENABLING INTEGRATION IN EV POWERTRAIN SUBSYSTEMS USING C2000™ REAL-TIME MCUS

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper discusses common control challenges of on-board chargers and high-voltage to lowvoltage DC/DC converters, and the benefits of C2000™…

CARMAKERS CHARGE AHEAD WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLE POWERTRAIN INTEGRATION

[ARTICLE]

Integrating powertrain systems into a compact mechanical enclosure can lead to more affordable, more efficient electric vehicles (EVs)

SOLVING THE MULTIDECADE CURRENT-MEASUREMENT CHALLENGE IN YOUR 48-V BMS APPLICATION

[ARTICLE]

In this article learn how to measure up to 5 decades of current, the different methods of doing it most effectively and how additional diagnostic functionalities can aid in…

DESIGN SMARTER 48-V BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

[ARTICLE]

Learn how battery monitors with integrated current sensing reduce BOM, size and enable higher accuracy in battery management systems.

DRIVING NEXT-GENERATION EV SYSTEMS WITH A DISTRIBUTED BIAS POWER SUPPLY ARCHITECTURE

[ARTICLE]

In this article read how to enable the highest power density for your isolated gate driver bias supply with the industry’s smallest and most accurate isolated DC/DC module.

ENABLING FUNCTIONALLY SAFE AND SECURE ELECTRIC AUTOMOTIVE POWERTRAINS USING C2000™ REAL-TIME MCUS

[ARTICLE]

Read about benefits of using real-time control MCUs in HEV/EV powertrain systems.

TAKING CHARGE OF EV – BOTH IN THE VEHICLE AND ON THE GRID

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper explores charging stations and how they interact with onboard charger and EV BMS systems, along with various power-architecture implementations.

POWER THROUGH THE ISOLATION BARRIER: THE LANDSCAPE OF ISOLATED DC/DC BIAS POWER SUPPLIES

[WHITE PAPER]

This paper examines various isolated DC/DC bias power supplies to move signals and power across the isolation barrier.

WHAT’S NEXT IN BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS? SAFER, MORE AFFORDABLE ELECTRIC VEHICLES

[BLOG POST]

As automakers consider new EV battery chemistries, BMS with advanced semiconductor technologies are more critical than ever.

GAIN MILES FROM MILLIVOLTS

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Read about maximizing driving range through enhancing SoC accuracy with current and voltage synchronization and intelligent battery junction box.

7 WAYS SEMICONDUCTORS ARE ACCELERATING THE FUTURE OF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

[BLOG POST]

As the world drives toward vehicle electrification, semiconductors enable automakers to optimize performance, accelerate development and make electric vehicles (EVs) more affordable.

USING ISOLATED COMPARATORS FOR FAULT DETECTION IN ELECTRIC MOTOR DRIVES

[ADJ]

In this article explore the priority level and impact of different fault events, along with how to detect them to prevent damage to motor-drive circuits.

A FASTER CURRENT LOOP REDUCES THE SIZE OF EV MOTORS

[WHITE PAPER]

Read how real-time control MCUs can enable automakers to significantly increase the speed of the motor in order to achieve smaller motor size with higher efficiency.

HOW MCUS CAN UNLOCK THE FULL POTENTIAL OF ELECTRIFICATION DESIGNS

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Read how new family of Arm®-based real-time comtrol MCUs help to enable greater pefromance of HEV/EV powertrain systems.

GETTING STARTED DEMO WITH WIRELESS BMS IN AUTOMOTIVE

[VIDEO]

Experience TI’s out-of-box wireless battery management system (BMS) for automotive based on the SimpleLink CC2662R-Q1 wireless MCU, the BQ79616-Q1 battery monitor and balancer and TI’s proprietary wireless BMS protocol.

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WHAT IS “REAL-TIME CONTROL” AND WHY DO YOU NEED IT?

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Read how to meet the increasing need for smaller execution windows for electric and hybrid electric vehicles and motor drive applications in order to enable even faster response times.

WHY PRE-CHARGE CIRCUITS ARE NECESSARY IN HIGH-VOLTAGE SYSTEMS

[Application Brief]

Discover how Solid State Relay (SSR) solution can replace the mechanical pre-charge contactor while improving power density in high-voltage HEV/EV applications.

INCREASE GATE DRIVE VOLTAGE BY CASCODING 2 ISOLATED SWITCH DRIVERS

[Application Brief]

This application note explains the importance of selecting the proper gate drive voltage for power transistors such as Si MOSFETs, IGBTs, and SiC MOSFETs.