Solutions for Smart Inverters and Charging Functions

Modern, automated systems need not only processing power but also reliable data from their surroundings. This drives demand for high‑performance sensors and fast, secure industrial communication solutions.

In smart industry, precise optical and motion sensors are key for quality control and functional safety, while robots use imaging data from onboard cameras to refine their movements. High‑performance automation relies on tailored communication infrastructure: multi‑Gbit Ethernet for new production lines, wireless modules and LPWAN for retrofits, and 5G for private networks at industrial and logistics sites. These technologies are also key enablers of the Internet of Energy, linking production assets, storage, and smart grids.

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Sensors are essential for efficient traction inverters and electric vehicle charging infrastructure. They provide information on motor status, power stages and thermal conditions, enabling precise control, condition monitoring and fault detection. Inverters and chargers use MCUs with communication interfaces to connect sensors, power management, and the in-vehicle network.

As more electric vehicles require charging, creating synergies between vehicles, public transport fleets and the power grid becomes critical. Advanced communication is needed to support balancing, plug-and-charge and bidirectional charging. V2G, V2H and V2B technologies enable data exchange between vehicle, charger and infrastructure – such as energy demand, expected charging time or dynamic pricing information.

Combined Charging System (CCS) stations use power line communication (PLC) based on IP protocols; DC GB/T and DC CHAdeMO chargers rely on CAN bus communication.

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As vehicles become more autonomous, the volume of data transferred in the vehicle and over EV charging networks increases significantly. Onboard memory and communication buses must keep pace: the CAN bus has evolved into CAN-XL, with data rates up to around 10 Mbit/s today, and 100 Mbit/s on the roadmap.

The main transport layer for high-bandwidth automotive data is multi-Gbit Ethernet, starting at 2.5 Gbit/s and scaling towards 10 Gbit/s and beyond.

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Data for Intelligent Building Control

Sensors and communication interfaces provide the real-time data and connectivity that intelligent building control systems depend on. From presence and air-quality sensing to wired and wireless networking, the right peripherals turn individual devices into a coordinated building automation system.

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Advanced Sensors for Real-Time Monitoring

A wide variety of sensors provide operational and environmental data for system control – whether managing heating in smart homes, access in office buildings or street lighting. This data is critical for maintenance and rapid fault detection.

Beyond temperature, light and pressure sensors, air quality sensors measure CO₂ levels and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Optical sensors like infrared (IR) or time-of-flight (ToF) detect room occupancy, enabling efficient HVAC optimization. Radar sensors detect presence – including stationary occupants – offering advantages over passive infrared sensors. Real-time data from these sensors powers intelligent energy management.

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Communication Solutions for Building Automation Systems

A wide array of communication solutions connects building automation systems. Wired standards include the long-established KNX, while new options like Single Pair Ethernet (SPE) enhance performance, simplify installation and reduce costs. Power over Ethernet (PoE) eliminates separate power wiring, and Power Line Communication (PLC) transmits data over power lines.

Wireless options include Bluetooth, Matter and Thread – ideal for low-power connections to distributed sensors. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) effectively integrate new automation features into existing buildings. 2G/4G solutions connect standalone devices to wide area networks (WAN).

As wireless use grows, cybersecurity becomes increasingly critical. Secure elements integrated into devices protect functions and data from attacks, ensuring legal compliance.

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Capture and Transmit Data Efficiently

Drones and agribots rely on many sensor types: radar, ultrasound, infrared, photogrammetry and multispectral cameras. Sensor fusion - combining data from different sources - enables these systems to interpret and react to their surroundings more accurately, improving precision farming and safety. Autonomous drones and agribots often use ToF or LiDAR‑based 3D vision for navigation, which requires robust wireless or cellular communication.

Edge AI enables fast, local processing of large data volumes, making movements more responsive and reducing the need for continuous cloud connections. For high‑volume tasks such as 3D mapping, data is streamed to the cloud - one of the key use cases for 5G. Private LTE in the 600 MHz range is also gaining traction, particularly for drone applications.

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LEDs in horticultural lighting offer many advantages: compact size, high efficiency, long lifetime, instant switching, dimming, and precise control over light cycles - all essential for healthy plant growth and high crop yield. Key development factors include efficacy, energy efficiency and design flexibility.

Advanced horticultural systems also use spectral sensors for real‑time monitoring of light conditions at plant level. This enables adaptive lighting recipes that take natural light into account. PAR (photosynthetically active radiation) sensors measure light exposure in greenhouses; based on PAR data, the MCU can adjust shading, CO₂ and LED output to optimise growth.

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