Capacitor Guide
Robot Emission Suppression Measures-1 (1/4)
This article discusses noise suppression methods in anticipation of the CISPR-based robot noise regulations, which are expected in the future.
Supporting the Transition away from Fossil Fuels with the Power of Electronic Components
Battery Management Systems (BMSs) Monitor the Charging/Discharging and Thermal Management Status to Improve Safety and Efficiency and to Support Battery Utilization
Batteries are becoming increasingly important toward achieving carbon neutrality. We explain here about Battery Management Systems, which are essential to using batteries safely while maintaining them in good condition over a long time. We also look at the electronic components used in them.
Robot Emission Suppression Measures-4 (4/4)
This article discusses noise suppression methods in anticipation of the CISPR-based robot noise regulations, which are expected in the future.
Robot Emission Suppression Measures-3 (3/4)
This article discusses noise suppression methods in anticipation of the CISPR-based robot noise regulations, which are expected in the future.
Robot Emission Suppression Measures-2 (2/4)
This article discusses noise suppression methods in anticipation of the CISPR-based robot noise regulations, which are expected in the future.
Supporting the Transition away from Fossil Fuels with the Power of Electronic Components
What Are the Conditions for Increasing the Efficiency of Power Conversion and Motor Drives and for Expanding the Use of SiC and GaN Power Semiconductors?
There is a move to update the base material of devices from Si to SiC or GaN in the power semiconductor field to accelerate the pace of efforts to achieve carbon neutrality. We explain here what technological advances are needed in peripheral components such as capacitors and inductors to maximize the effect of that update.
Report on Murata's Participation in the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2023
Murata Manufacturing participated in the Automotive Engineering Exposition. This is an automobile technology exhibition that was held in Yokohama from May 24 to 26, 2023 and in Nagoya from July 5 to 7, 2023. We now introduce here the solutions we have proposed for the electrification, automation, connectivity, and otherwise of automobiles with a focus on the exhibition at the Nagoya venue.
Noise Countermeasure using 3-Terminal Capacitors with Through Connection
Noise-control techniques are becoming increasingly important due to high-speed operation of ICs and electrification of automobiles.
This application note introduces examples of using the 3-terminal capacitor as a filter (feed-through connection) for radiated emission and conducted immunity.
What Is Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA) Wireless Communication? - Utilization
Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA) is wireless communication technology that features low power consumption and wide-area and long-distance communication. Although the amount of communication data is small, communication over 10 km is possible. LPWA is attracting attention as the fundamental technology behind the Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) technologies in the smartification of factories, logistics, agriculture, housing, life infrastructure, and other facilities. We explain in this article LPWA utilization examples and Murata Manufacturing’s LPWA modules.
What Is Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA) Wireless Communication? - Basics
Low-Power Wide-Area (LPWA) is wireless communication technology that features low power consumption and wide-area and long-distance communication. Although the amount of communication data is small, communication over 10 km is possible. LPWA is attracting attention as the fundamental technology behind the Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine-to-Machine (M2M) technologies in the smartification of factories, logistics, agriculture, housing, life infrastructure, and other facilities. We explain in this article LPWA basic knowledge.
What Is Ultra-wideband (UWB) Wireless Communication?
UWB is the abbreviation for Ultra-wideband. UWB wireless communication is wireless communication that uses the ultra-wideband frequency bandwidth. Its main feature is that it enables high-precision positioning. UWB wireless communication has spread to consumer equipment in recent years. For example, UWB wireless communication is being equipped to smartphones to prevent loss and for other purposes and is being equipped to smart keys of luxury cars. It is expected that UWB wireless communication will spread to many fields in the future. We explain here about the features, history, uses, and other elements of this UWB wireless communication.
Making Garbage Management Operations Smarter
Pitfalls in the Conversion of Regular Factories into Smart Factories Seen in Data
We conducted a questionnaire with 500 people involved in promoting the conversion of regular factories into smart factories. We introduce here the issues we found from the questionnaire results and the solutions aimed at resolving those issues.
Digital Transformation (DX) and Murata: How to Face and Deepen Thinking about DX?
ECM Reform through the Design Work Improvement Project
Kondo, who promotes engineering chain management (ECM) reform on a company-wide basis, and Muraoka, who tackles digital transformation (DX) through the Design Work Improvement Project, explain here the keys to promoting DX in the ECM field.
Noise suppression solutions compatible with the USB 3.2 RFI System-Level Test
RFI test has be added to USB 3.2 standard. This article introduce how to clear noise limit of USB type-C.
Digital Transformation (DX) and Murata: How to Face and Deepen Thinking about DX?
Digital Transformation Viewed From the Challenge of Business Model Reform
Mr. Horibe, who is involved in solution development, and Mr. Higuchi, who supports problem-solving from a data science perspective, introduce the topic of business model reform through digital transformation (DX) based on an example of cooperation in wireless sensing solutions using wireless sensor networks (WSN).
Digital Transformation (DX) and Murata: How to Face and Deepen Thinking about DX?
DX from the Viewpoint of Supply Chain Management
Koyama, Kishino, and Umeda, three Murata employees involved in efforts to transform the company’s supply chain by developing systems such as tracking databases and shipment trackers, explain the current situation of and issues affecting the supply chain as well as the benefits brought by DX.
Digital Transformation (DX) and Murata: How to Face and Deepen Thinking about DX?
Manufacturing DX from the Perspective of CPS Construction
Goto, who is in charge of building cyber-physical systems (CPS) and promotes digital transformation (DX) in the monozukuri field, talks about the future of the manufacturing industry brought about by DX.
High-Frequency Noise Suppression in Automotive Equipment Using Common Mode Choke Coils
Introduce noise suppression effect of new common mode choke coil which is effective to several MHz noise which is important to recent automotive equipment.
“PIECLEX”, the Electricity-Generating Fibers: Untold Development Story (Applications and Outlook)
In the last issue “Technology and Challenges,” we introduced the advantages of PIECLEX, the inspiration behind its development, and the technical challenges on the road to productization. In this issue titled “Applications and Outlook,” we asked the developers about the potentials and future prospect of PIECLEX as well its social impact concerning the environmental issues.
“PIECLEX”, the Electricity-Generating Fibers: Untold Development Story (Technology and Challenges)
“PIECLEX” is a type of fabric based on the completely new concept of “Stretch-driven Antimicrobial” that was developed by PIECLEX Co., Ltd., a company that was jointly launched by Murata Manufacturing and Teijin Frontier. We spoke with Mr. Shiomi and Mr. Takumi, two developers at PIECLEX, about the behind-the-scenes development of this new fabric. In this “Technology Explainer Section,” we introduce the advantages of PIECLEX, the inspiration behind its development, and the technical challenges on the road to productization.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Super-Five Senses Created by Combining and Utilizing Sensors and AI
Information that could not be captured by the five senses of humans has become detectable with the evolution of sensors and the increase in sophistication of artificial intelligence (AI). We are now in the process of acquiring perception called the super-five senses with the assistance of machines. We explain here the development of technologies that will realize the super-five senses and the utilization of them.
Measures against Interference with 5GHz Wi-Fi in 5G Communication Environments
This article shows the mechanism of internal noise interference and noise suppression method in equipment which has both 5G communication module and Wi-Fi module.
Static Electricity Troubles, Measures Against ESD and Unexpected Ways of Utilizing Static Electricity: Power Generation Utilizing Static Electricity
Winter is a time when there are concerns about troubles due to static electricity in industrial products such as electronic equipment. We explain here the adhesion of dust and dirt caused by electrification and failures and malfunctions due to electrostatic discharge (ESD). We also introduce research on energy harvesting utilizing static electricity generated during snowfall. In addition, we explain measures against static electricity at manufacturing sites and methods to protect electronic equipment from ESD damage.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
“Retailtech” That Discerns Needs and Creates Moving Customer Experiences
Explains retailtech, which utilizes leading-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), IoT, augmented reality (AR), RFID, etc. to achieve an increase in retail industry sales. Retailtech is an information technology movement that realizes high-quality customer experiences without missing a customer.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
“Cleantech” to Make the Earth a Planet That Everyone Can Be Proud Of
Explains cleantech, which promotes the conservation of the natural environment through the utilization of ICT. Cleantech is a technology development movement to create the foundation of near-future social systems to support the recycling society that is essential to the realization of a sustainable society.
Smart Factories: Giving Form to Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry
The Inseparable Relationship Between Digital Transformation and Decarbonization and Technologies Essential for a Sustainable Manufacturing Industry
We explain here trends in the use of the latest technologies for decarbonization, which is one of the mega-trends surrounding the manufacturing industry. Digital transformation in the manufacturing industry, which is being tackled in smart factories, and decarbonization efforts are two sides of the same coin. It will be important to introduce and utilize advanced information processing technologies such as IoT, AI, and digital twins as a means of realizing RE100-compliant factories.
Choosing Solutions You Can Use Now for Making a Small Start and Scaling Up the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
It has been a while since the expression Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) started spreading and eventually became established, and more and more sophisticated and diverse solutions and use cases have emerged. Nevertheless, for a variety of reasons, there are still factories that have not yet begun to implement IIoT or have deployed it only partially for certain processes. In this article, we discuss some of the problems or bottlenecks commonly encountered when deploying IIoT, explain how to choose solutions you can use now for making a small start or scaling up operations, and provide some related hints.
Open Innovation × PKSHA
Accelerating the Evolution of AI Technologies and the Social Implementation of Applications With Open Innovation Based on Collaboration Between Different Fields
For this project, we spoke with Katsuya Uenoyama, the Representative Director of PKSHA Technology, a company with a proven track record in blazing a trail of AI application. In Part 2, we spoke with Uenoyama about the aims of the open innovation that PKSHA is pursuing and the AI evolution that can be expected as a result.
Open Innovation × PKSHA
Expanding the Impact of AI Utilization to More Fields Through the "Co-evolution" of Research and Development and Social Implementation
With services utilizing AI steadily increasing, PKSHA Technology is a company with a proven track record in blazing a trail of AI application. In this article, we spoke with PKSHA Representative Director Katsuya Uenoyama about the key points of blazing a trail of AI application in various fields.
Noise terminal voltage noise suppression using the BNX series
This article shows an example to countermeasure conductive noise which is required by CISPR11 standard for medical/healthcare application, using block type EMI filter BNX series.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
“Edu Tech” Encourages Individuality and Bridges the Unequal Opportunity Gap
Educating the next generation is essential to the task of making society and business more sustainable. This page explains Edu Tech, which aims to bring about innovation in the educational field. Edu Tech is a movement that makes use of technology such as ICT, sensing, and VR to expand educational opportunities and realize individualized education, expanding human individuality and possibilities through the development of technology.
Potential for Sensing Technologies to Contribute to Smart Agriculture (Measures Against Salt Damage by Breeding a Rice Strain): Development of a Resistant Rice Strain to Salt Damage in Preparation for Climate Change
Tohoku University and the National Agriculture and Food Research Organization have developed a rice plant resistant to salt damage. Tohoku University and Murata Manufacturing are jointly conducting the Demonstration Experiment to Analyze the Factors Behind Salt Damage Resistance in the Surface Rooting Rice Plant Strain using soil sensors from June 2022 to March 2023. The aim of this experiment is to analyze the factors behind the salt damage resistance in that rice plant. How can sensing technologies contribute to the selective breeding of agricultural produce? We spoke with Eiko Hanzawa, a technical expert at Tohoku University involved in research, about an overview of rice plants with salt damage resistance and the utilization of sensing technologies.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
“Home Tech” Creates Comfortable and Sustainable Living Spaces Based on Data
This page explains Home Tech, which involves the use of technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and IoT to enable a sustainable and affluent lifestyle. This movement aims to leverage home management and control technology to enable more effective and waste-free utilization of household equipment and consumer electronics products.
Electrification of Aircraft Engines and the Latest Autopilot System Technologies
Aircraft engines have strict safety standards. Therefore, electrifying them has been considered unfeasible on both a technical and commercial basis. However, it is becoming increasingly likely that it will be possible to electrify aircraft engines due to the development of lightweight materials and the progress of electronics technologies. How far have aircraft engine electrification and autopilot systems progressed now? We explain here the current state and future of electric aircraft engines and autopilot systems as well as the latest information on realizing them, with a focus on electronics technologies.
How Will Murata’s Soil Sensors Change Agriculture? Smarter Watering Management for Greenhouse Horticulture, Fruit Growing, and Outdoor Cultivation
Isn’t one of the ideals of agriculture to maintain sustainability with a good balance between cultural development, the environment, the economy, living things, and communities? Murata Manufacturing has started the mass production of high-performance soil sensors that contribute to the realization of that ideal.
A Brief Introduction to PMbus®
Power system developers increasingly deploy power management capability to optimize performance, uptime, and end-user experience for the complete range of any system powered by FEP PSU’s e.g.data, server, storage, industrial, and medical applications. Systems consist of a wide variety of devices, i.e., “targets”. Being able to control, configure, and monitor each device over a digital communication bus is required to achieve these objectives.
Achieving a Prosperous and Continuous Society Through a Fusion of the Real and the Virtual – How Murata is Supporting the Realization of the Vision of the Future
Digital transformation and the solving of social issues are the key to creating a prosperous and more sustainable future. We spoke to Murata's president, Norio Nakajima, and asked him about the shape of the future society that Murata envisions, the significance of Murata's business reform, and the direction of technological developments that the company is working on in order to realize this vision.
How does “soft robotics” make strengths of flexibility and ambiguity?
This article presents the methodology and technology behind “soft robotics” and also introduces some example applications. Soft robotics turns flexibility and ambiguity into strengths, in contrast to solid and powerful conventional robots that are designed to carry out tasks precisely, exactly as programmed. The article also describes “flexible electronics,” which has an affinity with soft robotics.
Considerations in Choosing a Medical AC-DC Power Supply
Choosing a power supply for medical equipment applications can be challenging, to ensure that the correct qualified power supply is chosen. The following article is intended to dispel some of the uncertainty and provide a brief overview of some of the terminology and some of the areas to be considered in the field of medical power supplies.
What is the “Fifth Industrial Revolution,” Which Will Deepen the Integration Between People and Technology?
The Fifth Industrial Revolution incorporates concepts such as “sustainability,” “human-centeredness,” and “concern for the environment” in addition to the transformation of the industrial structure that was debated in the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Here, we introduce the issues of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the initiatives of each country as well as the latest trends in the Fifth Industrial Revolution centered on the key technologies, etc., that are required within the latter.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Using BMI to operate machinery like your own limbs without any manipulation
Technologies that can detect brainwaves and what someone is thinking are rapidly advancing. The possibility of putting a BMI (Brain–Machine Interface) used as an interface for connecting a human being with machinery into practical use is emerging. This article introduces the trends in BMI evolution and the impact of this technology.
Smart Factories: Giving Form to Digital Transformation in the Manufacturing Industry
From automation to autonomy and collaboration, manufacturing robots are advancing to become smarter
Robots used in plants are becoming smarter and more advanced. They are not simply automating routine tasks but independently performing situation-specific tasks, and moving in a coordinated manner with the movements of people. This article introduces scenarios in which cutting-edge robots are used and the roles that they play using automobile and semiconductor plants as examples.
Fundamental Knowledge of High-Frequency Characteristics in Inductors and Capacitors – Impedance and Resonance (1)
・Aims and content of this fundamental knowledge series
・Direct current/alternating current, resistance/inductors/capacitors, voltage/current/electric power, relation to Ohm's Law
・Voltage and current of a direct current circuit connected to an ideal resistance/inductor/capacitor
Potential for Sensing Technologies to Contribute to Smart Agriculture (Restoration of Agricultural Land in Tohoku): Power of Soil Sensors to Facilitate the Acquisition of Big Data in Agriculture
The tsunami resulting from the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 caused extensive damage to agricultural land in Japan. There were concerns about salt damage to crops due to seawater intrusion. Therefore, desalination work on the affected agricultural land was carried out over a wide area as part of the project to recover from the disaster. A demonstration test was also conducted to observe the salinity utilizing soil sensors on agricultural land after desalination. What is the potential for sensing technologies to contribute to agriculture? We spoke with Hitoshi Kanno, a former associate professor at the Graduate School of Tohoku University, about an overview of the desalination work and the utilization of sensing technologies in smart agriculture.
Building IIoT Systems to Serve as the Foundations of DX and GX with Beyond 5G/6G and More Advanced IoT Devices (Part 2)
Professor Nakao of the University of Tokyo and Murata Manufacturing discuss here the state of IIoT systems indispensable for implementing digital transformation (DX), which promotes the digitalization of operations and green transformation (GX) that aims for decarbonization. They also talk about the present and future of the technologies sought for that. We explain the technologies sought on the edge side in IIoT systems and the direction of the evolution of that.
Building IIoT Systems to Serve as the Foundations of DX and GX with Beyond 5G/6G and More Advanced IoT Devices (Part 1)
Professor Nakao of the University of Tokyo and Murata Manufacturing discuss here the state of IIoT systems indispensable for implementing for digital transformation (DX), which promotes the digitalization of operations and green transformation (GX) that aims for decarbonization. They also talk about the present and future of the technologies sought for that. We explain the technologies sought on the edge side (on-site) and the direction of the evolution of that focusing on the communications infrastructure indispensable for advanced data transmission in IIoT systems.
Energy-Saving Technology and Carbon Neutrality on High-Speed Railways
Railways are more energy-efficient than other modes of passenger transportation, with CO2 emissions per ton-kilometer roughly one-seventh those of passenger cars. This is due to the energy-saving effects of power electronics, the electronics technology garnering the most attention amid calls to reduce CO2 emissions in order to achieve carbon neutrality. This article explains the evolution and principles of power electronics for drive motors in rolling stock (electric trains).
3D City Models Accelerate the Creation of Smart Cities and Digital Twins, Data-Driven Efforts in Electronics
Sophisticated 3D city models are indispensable for creating smart cities and digital twins. Many countries are developing and establishing open data compatible with the international standard CityGML. This article presents various applications of sophisticated 3D city models—including city planning, disaster prevention planning, and simulating the installation and operation of electronic equipment—using Plateau, Japan’s CityGML-compatible 3D city model considered to be the most extensive in the world.
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