Fundamentals of Automotive Engagement Hub

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.

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.
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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.
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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.

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.
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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 and how diagnostic functionalities can aid in your functional safety calculations.

Selecting Wide VIN DC/DC Converters for Commercial Vehicle Telematics

[Training]

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

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Using DC/DCs buck converters to power modern safety features in commercial vehicles

[Blog]

Learn how to complete your commercial vehicle ADAS design with a high-current DC/DC converter than can withstand the transients that are possible with a 24-V battery.

Powering levels of autonomy: a quick guide to DC/DC solutions for SAE autonomy levels

[Blog]

A discussion of the DC/DC power supply needs for each level of vehicle autonomy, as defined by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE).

How to reduce EMI and shrink power-supply size with an integrated active EMI filter

[Blog]

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

Lowering audible noise in automotive applications with TI’s DRSS technology

[Blog]

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).

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.

Estimating distance with Bluetooth LE in car access

[Video]

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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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).

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™…

Solving design challenges in automotive camera modules

[Training]

This video describes the key design challenges need to be addressed for the automotive camera modules.

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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.

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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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]

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 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.

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.

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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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.

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.

Functional Safety Considerations in Battery Management for Vehicle Electrification

[PDF] Whitepaper

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

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.

A High-Performance, Combo Box Powertrain Solution: The Key to EV Adoption

[PDF] Whitepaper

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

Wired vs. Wireless Communications in EV Battery Management

[PDF] Whitepaper

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.

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…

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.

Powering levels of autonomy: a guide to DC/DC solutions

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Most of today’s automotive vehicles use some level of autonomy. For design engineers, that means that each level comes with its own power-supply challenges and requirements.

How to choose a power supply for an automotive camera module

[TECHNICAL ARTICLE]

Explore three strategies to power your automotive camera module: fully discrete, fully integrated and partially integrated.

Replace 3-phase bridge drivers in AC compressor modules

[Blog]

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…
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Using current mode PWM controllers in a high-voltage economizer

[Blog]

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…
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Navigate your HVAC system’s move to HEV/EVs with ease

[PDF] Whitepaper

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.

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.

Driving vehicle electrification forward

[Video]

Consumers are demanding it. Regulations are requiring it. Electrification is transforming the automotive industry and expectations for engineers
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DC diagnostics in automotive audio applications

[Video]

This video training provides an overview of DC diagnostics in automotive audio amplifiers. Learn when to run diagnostics for automotive applications, such as eCall.

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How an automotive ADC can help designers achieve functional safety in ADAS

[Blog]

Before a fully autonomous self-driving car hits public roadways, it must progress through six different levels of automation. Every jump in automation level requires substantial advanced…

Exploring evolving trends in automotive cluster audio design

[Blog]

Cluster audio does not get the attention that a vehicle’s central head unit audio gets. Advances in low-power audio technology are enabling new trends in cluster systems, however.

The changing automotive lighting landscape

[ARTICLE]

Read how lighting systems throughout vehicles are implementing new and exciting functions to provide advanced and even personalized lighting from end-ro-end.

The building blocks of automotive body electronics

[PDF] Whitepaper

Learn how body electronics innovations are making vehicles more comfortable and convenient for drivers and passengers.