Iskraemeco eMobility’s next‑generation modular DC fast EV charger

Iskraemeco eMobility, a European provider of EV charging solutions, has released a new-generation modular DC fast charging station.

The iFC240 is an all‑in‑one DC fast charger designed for public networks, commercial fleets and high‑demand charging corridors.

Configurations range from 120 kW to 240 kW, and the modular structure of the iFC240 is designed to enable operators to scale power or integrate additional features with minimal downtime.

Features include:

• CCS2 connector
• 15-inch sunlight‑readable display
• DC MID meter, ensuring precise energy measurement for billing and regulatory compliance
• Support for OCPP backend communication and RFID authentication
• Optional Plug & Charge capability
• Integrated load management
• Integration with Iskraemeco eMobility Datalink, a scalable platform for real‑time monitoring, analytics, network optimization and marketing management.

Source: Iskraemeco eMobility

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Revolutionizing battery emulators: download the new whitepaper

Sponsored by Kikusui America, Inc.

The rapid growth of battery-powered technologies, from electric vehicles to renewable energy storage, has heightened the demand for efficient and reliable battery testing solutions. Kikusui has introduced its new Battery Emulator System, a cutting-edge solution designed to address the challenges of evaluating battery-powered devices and components. By leveraging the Kikusui PXB Series Bidirectional DC Power Supply and the SD036-PXB Battery Emulation Software, this system offers unparalleled flexibility and precision in simulating battery behavior under various conditions.

This whitepaper explores the system’s purpose, features, technical specifications and benefits, providing an overview for engineers and researchers in the field.

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FAA finalizes special conditions for ZeroAvia’s 600 kW electric aircraft engine

The FAA has published final special conditions for ZeroAvia‘s Model ZA601 electric engine, establishing the bespoke regulatory requirements the company must satisfy to certify its 600 kW propulsion system for commercial use in aircraft. The rule took effect March 18.

The ZA601 is an electric motor, controller, and high-voltage electrical system that powers the propulsion shaft in ZeroAvia’s ZA600 hydrogen-electric powertrain. The ZA600 feeds DC power from a hydrogen fuel cell through bidirectional inverters to a direct-drive motor running at 2,200 rpm. It targets 10- to 20-seat turboprop-class aircraft certificated under Part 23 of FAA regulations.

In US aviation certification, special conditions are used when a technology has “novel or unusual design features” that existing rules don’t cover. Part 33—the FAA’s engine airworthiness standard—was written for turbine and reciprocating engines. It doesn’t address high-voltage electrical systems, motor controllers, or the failure modes specific to electric propulsion. Rather than apply rules written for fundamentally different hardware, the FAA writes bespoke requirements. Getting them finalized is a meaningful step: it defines what ZeroAvia must now prove in testing. The ZA601’s conditions cover ratings, operating limits, durability, fire protection, overspeed behavior, control systems, vibration, ingestion, containment and high-voltage electrical system safety.

The FAA proposed the conditions in January; it received no public comments and adopted them unchanged.

“Having special conditions for our electric propulsion system published by the FAA is an enormous achievement that underscores the aerospace maturity of our organization and illuminates our path forwards towards type certification,” said Val Miftakhov, Founder and CEO of ZeroAvia.

Full certification remains some way out. ZeroAvia has said it now targets certification of the fuel cell system alone in 2027, with the complete ZA600 powertrain potentially following up to two years after that.

Source: ZeroAvia

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ROHM adds 17 CMOS op amps for automotive sensor processing and motor control

ROHM has added 17 CMOS operational amplifiers across two new series, TLRx728 and BD728x, targeting automotive, industrial and consumer precision applications. The lineup spans 1-channel, 2-channel and 4-channel configurations across multiple package options.

The TLRx728 achieves an input offset voltage of 150 µV (typ.), while the BD728x comes in at 1.6 mV (typ.). Both series share a noise voltage density of 12 nV/√Hz at 1 kHz and a slew rate of 10 V/µs. Rail-to-rail input and output extends the usable dynamic range to the supply rails.

In automotive and industrial signal chains, op amp offset voltage and noise floor are the primary limiters on measurement accuracy. At 150 µV (TLRx728) or 1.6 mV (BD728x) offset and a 12 nV/√Hz noise density, the series covers a range of precision requirements across sensor signal processing, current detection, motor driver control and power supply monitoring. The 10 V/µs slew rate supports fast output response, and rail-to-rail I/O is particularly useful in single-supply designs where output headroom is limited.

The devices are available now through DigiKey, Mouser and Farnell. Sample pricing starts at $2.00 per unit for 1-channel, $2.80 for 2-channel and $4.00 for 4-channel (excluding tax).

Source: ROHM

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Hanon’s 16 kg HICE module integrates e-compressor, chiller and condenser for EV thermal management

Hanon Systems is supplying a highly integrated thermal management module for electric vehicles, combining seven refrigerant-circuit components into a single 16 kg (35 lb) assembly. The module has been deployed in BMW’s fully electric iX3 SUV.

The unit integrates an eCompressor, electronic expansion valve block, water-cooled condenser, internal heat exchanger, chiller, A/C lines, and pressure and temperature sensors into one package. It dynamically regulates refrigerant flow and temperature to manage thermal demands across multiple vehicle subsystems simultaneously, including fast charging, high-performance driving and extreme weather operation. Hanon says the design reduces system complexity and packaging requirements while improving thermal performance and energy utilization, contributing to extended driving range.

EV thermal management is more demanding than in ICE vehicles because the battery introduces a third thermal system alongside cabin comfort and powertrain cooling—and all three interact. Fast charging and aggressive driving push significant heat into the battery that the refrigerant circuit has to handle in real time, while cold weather requires heating the battery efficiently without draining range. Consolidating the refrigerant-side components into a single module reduces the number of connections (each a potential refrigerant leak point) and shrinks the packaging footprint.

“Our solution transforms thermal management into an efficient and intelligent system. By unifying all critical refrigerant thermal management functions into one exceptionally compact module, we achieve savings in both packaging and materials,” said Soo Il Lee, CEO of Hanon Systems.

Source: Hanon Systems

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Vishay’s new automotive MOSFET driver delivers 8 mm creepage in compact SMD-4 package

Vishay Intertechnology has launched the VODA1275, an automotive-grade photovoltaic MOSFET driver that delivers 8 mm creepage distance and CTI 600 mold compound in a compact SMD-4 package. The device targets high voltage automotive applications including pre-charge circuits, wall chargers, and battery management systems for EVs and HEVs.

The VODA1275 delivers 20 V open circuit voltage, 20 μA short circuit current, and 80 μs turn-on time—three times faster than competing devices, according to Vishay. The driver provides reinforced isolation with a working isolation voltage of 1260 Vpeak and isolation test voltage of 5300 VRMS, making it suitable for 800 V+ battery systems. The device is AEC-Q102 qualified and meets automotive reliability standards.

The high open circuit voltage allows designers to use a single MOSFET driver instead of two drivers in series, which was previously required for higher voltage applications. This simplifies circuit design and reduces component count in systems that need to drive MOSFETs and IGBTs reliably at high voltages. The driver can also enable custom solid-state relays to replace electromechanical relays in next-generation vehicles.

The optically isolated device draws power from an infrared emitter on the low voltage side, eliminating the need for an external power supply on the isolated side. “The VODA1275 features the industry’s fastest turn-on times and the highest open circuit voltage and short circuit current in its class,” the company stated. The driver is RoHS-compliant and halogen-free. Samples and production quantities are available now with eight-week lead times, priced at $1.20 per piece for US delivery.

Source: Vishay Intertechnology

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Bosch Rexroth introduces TS 7plus conveyor for payloads up to 3,000 kg

Bosch Rexroth has introduced the TS 7plus, a fully electric roller conveyor designed for heavy-payload manufacturing lines. The company says it’s the world’s first freely configurable, fully electric transfer system for loads up to 3,000 kg, targeting automotive, battery and aerospace/defense assembly.

The TS 7plus runs on modular sections using solid or hollow rollers roughly 50% larger than those in the predecessor TS 7 system. The larger rollers reduce moving parts per meter, which Bosch Rexroth says improves availability. Standard workpiece pallets go up to 2,200 x 3,000 mm, minimum transport height is 350 mm for both longitudinal and transverse conveying, and conveyor speed reaches 24 m/min—Bosch Rexroth says that’s significantly faster than AGVs. A redesigned bearing block with two mounting tabs speeds assembly and simplifies maintenance and replacement.

Drive is via lubrication-free king shafts with bevel gears, eliminating the re-tensioning and lubrication demands of chain drives. Motors come in 180 W and 250 W variants with a third-party interface, and can mount inside or outside the conveyor section. Internal mounting clears the working area of interfering contours, the bevel gear path also keeps lubricants away from workpieces.

The system supports two operating modes: conventional accumulation with stop gates, and a segmented mode where each motor section runs only when required. Segmented operation cuts energy consumption over the full lifecycle and allows smaller motors to be specified, extending service life. Configuration is handled by MTpro planning software—available as a local install or as the browser-based MTpro Online Designer—which auto-generates CAD models and parts lists from the standard-component builds for export to the Rexroth Store or certified partners.

Source: Bosch Rexroth

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