Batteries Advancing Our Clean Energy Future (Part 1)
Henk Rogers, a game creator who licensed Tetris, is now a key figure in Hawaii’s efforts to reach 100% renewable energy. He shares his ideas for decarbonizing society.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
“Food Tech” Solves Food Problems and Creates New Value
We will explain food tech, which is innovating the way we think about “food,” which is familiar to all of us. This is a high-profile movement that utilizes ICT and biotechnology to solve social problems and respond to dietary diversification.
The lithium-ion batteries changing our lives
Part 5: How do lithium-ion batteries contribute to the realization of a sustainable society? A look at the benefits of replacing lead-acid batteries, recycling methods, and the possibilities for the future
It is said that lithium-ion batteries contribute to the realization of a sustainable society. This article examines the reason for this, their recycling method, and their possibilities for the future.
IIoT × Agriculture: The future of smart agriculture using IIoT technology
"Smart agriculture" utilizing ICT and IIoT is recently coming into full swing, and expectations are also growing as a potential "savior" to solve challenges facing agriculture.
Batteries Advancing Our Clean Energy Future (Part 2)
Helping Hawaii to achieve 100% renewable. Christopher Johnson, COO of Blue Planet Energy, known for advanced energy storage systems, talks about decarbonizing Hawaii and beyond.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
“Agri-Tech” Brings Out the Potential of Land and Crops
This article explains Agri-Tech, which enables the addressing of problems faced by agriculture and the creation of agricultural businesses with new value by utilizing IoT, AI, robotics, biotechnology, etc. This is a movement that will transform agriculture, where experience and skills influence results, into a rational data-driven industry.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
MedTech Provides Optimal Medical Treatment and Care Tailored to Each and Every One of Us
This article provides an overview of MedTech, which makes use of genetic analysis, AI, IoT/wearables, and more to provide early diagnosis/treatment and personalized medicine. It is a movement of medical technology reform that modernizes traditional medical treatment methods.
Electronic Technology Supporting the Evolution of “Next Tech”
Space Tech: Transforming Space from an Object of Curiosity to a Place of Business
We give an explanation here about space tech – technology that uses space to bring innovation to all industries and businesses. Space tech is a movement in technological development that will bring new value to people's everyday lives, work, and social activities.
The lithium-ion batteries changing our lives
Part 4: What are solid-state batteries? An expert explains the basics, how they differ from conventional batteries, and the possibility of practical application.
Solid-state batteries have similar characteristics to lithium-ion batteries and are said to be the “next-generation batteries.” This article examines their characteristics, assumed applications, and challenges to practical application.
The lithium-ion batteries changing our lives
Part 3: Even a Nobel Prize! The history of the spread of lithium-ion batteries
Through what history have lithium-ion batteries evolved? This article looks at the history of lithium-ion battery research, battery lifespan, and how lithium-ion batteries became so popular.
The lithium-ion batteries changing our lives
Part 2: What are the advantages of lithium-ion batteries and what considerations apply when charging them? Find out why they have various uses, from smartphones to cars.
What are the benefits of lithium-ion batteries? This article examines the benefits and various uses of lithium-ion batteries based on their benefits as well as tips and precautions for charging, etc.
The lithium-ion batteries changing our lives
Part 1: What are lithium-ion batteries? An expert describes their mechanism and characteristics.
Lithium-ion batteries are used everywhere in contemporary life, such as for smartphone and PC batteries, and in cars. This series of articles explains lithium-ion batteries, including their characteristics and mechanism, and how they differ from lead-acid batteries.
IIoT × Edge Computing: How to overcome cloud weaknesses
With the spread of 5G, DX is accelerating and networks have extended to every corner of factories and other worksites. As a result, it is becoming a challenge to handle all data processing only in the cloud, and "edge computing" is attracting attention.
A Look at the Current State of the Digital Healthcare Market, which is Expanding due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
The travel restrictions and quarantine measures put in place by governments around the world in response to the global COVID-19 pandemic have resulted in the expansion of the digital healthcare industry. At the same time, this has led to people becoming more aware of preventing the spread of infection, boosting their immune systems, and general health promotion, which means more attention is being paid to the digital healthcare solutions that have been made possible by the advances in DX and IoT.
IIoT × Zero Trust: A new approach to security measures?
As the Internet of Things connects all devices and Digital Transformation accelerates, the risk of cyberattacks, information leaks, and other issues is increasing. In particular, it is feared that serious damage may occur in the operational technology systems that operate and control factory and other equipment.
Technological Innovations in Devices Helping to Accelerate Us Toward a Decarbonized Society
The industrial world is accelerating technological innovation in devices that will help save energy and improve efficiency in industrial products and systems, with the goal of realizing a decarbonized society.
IIoT × Post-COVID-19: Exploring COVID-19 Induced Changes at Production Sites
It has also been pointed out that the coronavirus pandemic may present opportunities. That is to say, it may encourage a shift to production systems that are less dependent on the labor force, and the demand for smart factories that utilize IIoT networks and artificial intelligence (AI) will increase more than ever.
What Decarbonization Innovations Will Affect the Manufacturing Industry?
With the aim of realizing a decarbonized society, companies in all industries are expected to take environmental measures. Against this backdrop, measures to reduce CO2 emissions in production processes have become a pressing issue across the entire manufacturing industry.
IIoT × 5G: Progress in 5G Surrounding the Manufacturing Industry
5G provides notable advantages for Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) networks that require advanced information processing using numerous and diverse devices such as sensors and robots, and thus rapid evolution is expected with the spread of 5G.
Supporting the Realization of a Super-Smart Society: Murata Continues to Respond to the Demands of the Times
The super-smart society that has been the aim of Society 5.0 is coming. A super-smart society that materializes mega trends such as digital transformation (DX) and decarbonization will use greater quantities of more advanced electronic components than ever before to make full use of the latest communication and information processing technologies such as IoT, AI, and 5G. Norio Nakajima, President of Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., which has a responsibility to supply electronic components required by the times, talks about the company’s future role and the ways in which Murata will contribute to the creation of a sustainable society.
Electronics Technology Holds the Key to the Expanding Decarbonization Market
An introduction to electronics technology, a field for which there are high expectations amid the accelerating shift toward alternative energy worldwide.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Technology to quantify an individual's mental state
Sensors and AI can now be used to numerically measure our feelings, including happiness, satisfaction, and motivation. In this section, we introduce some new possibilities made possible through understanding human feelings.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Expanding the scope of remote work using VR/AR and 5G technologies
VR/AR technology fuses the virtual with the actual, while 5G technology allows for massive amounts of data to be transmitted. Advances continue to be made in both areas. In this section, we introduce some examples of how these technologies are expanding the scope of remote work.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Using digital technology to see how experts work and build systems
Wearable sensors and image recognition technology now make it possible to see exactly how experts work. In this section, we introduce some examples of how expert skills can be passed on to the next generation, and how work can be automated.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Sensors that watch over and care for people
We can now use sensors and AI to determine a person's state of health or to objectively detect the mood of a situation. In this section, we introduce some examples of how these technologies can be used to improve the quality of our lives and work.
Bringing humans and machines even closer with sensors and AI
Haptics, and reaching a state of "unity of operator and machine"
Sensors and haptics carry great potential for creating new human-machine interfaces that bring humans and machines even closer together. We discuss why and present some possible scenarios below.
IoT Technology that Solves the Problem of Losing Logistics Pallets
One of the issues facing the logistics industry in recent years is loss of pallets. We showcase the utilization of IoT technology to solve the problem of losing logistics pallets in this article.
Current Situation of Femtech that Supports Women's Healthcare
The number of companies, especially startups, involved in femtech is increasing around the world. It is predicted that the size of the femtech market in Japan will reach about 2 trillion yen in 2025.
Why Do We Need Measures against Space Debris?
The development of space rockets by private companies and space travel by private citizens is attracting a great deal of attention. Measures against debris floating in space (space debris) have thus become a global issue before the coming age of discovery in space.
New Health Management Based on Using IoT in Toilets
The bathroom, which is used daily in the home, is effective for fixed-point observation of human behavior data and living conditions. A movement is underway to utilize the bathroom in health management by combining the use of the Internet of Things (IoT) and sensor technology.
Air Modification through Ions and Ozone Becoming a Globally Demanded Standard Feature of Consumer Electronics in the New Normal Era (Part 2)
Features for creating safe and clean living spaces have come to see strong demand in air purifiers and air conditioners due to the impact of novel infectious diseases. We therefore spoke with a manager who is involved with ionizers and ozonizers at Murata about the changes in air modification needs and the features that are desirable in ionizers and ozonizers. This discussion is part of a series of technology articles about Murata Manufacturing.
Air Modification through Ions and Ozone Becoming a Globally Demanded Standard Feature of Consumer Electronics in the New Normal Era (Part 1)
Features for creating safe and clean living spaces have come to see strong demand in air purifiers and air conditioners due to the impact of novel infectious diseases. We therefore spoke with a manager who is involved with ionizers and ozonizers at Murata about the changes in air modification needs and the features that are desirable in ionizers and ozonizers. This discussion is part of a series of technology articles about Murata Manufacturing.
The Future of Healthcare and Technology
Part 5: Evolving Medical Technology and the Future of Medicine
This article examines the use of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), mixed reality (MR), and robots in medical care.
The Future of Healthcare and Technology
Part 4: Expectations for 5G Focused Telemedicine
This article describes the evolution that 5G will bring to telemedicine, including online medical consultations.
The Future of Healthcare and Technology
Part 3: Diagnostic Support Using AI
This article looks at efforts to use AI to bridge the disparity in information that medical professionals have (i.e. information asymmetry).
The Future of Healthcare and Technology
Part 2: Using IoT to Expand Medicine’s Reach
This article explores the use of IoT to promote self-care, medical care by patients themselves.
The Future of Healthcare and Technology
Part 1: Considering the Future of Medical Care
This article explains the current state of medical care, as the background for the use of technology in the field of medicine and healthcare.
SDGs×Murata
Achieving the SDGs Through MLCCs (Part 2)
Continuing from Part 1, this article introduces specific SDG initiatives regarding Murata's MLCCs. It is part of a series that introduces technology articles about Murata Manufacturing.
SDGs×Murata
Achieving the SDGs Through MLCCs (Part 1)
This article focuses on MLCCs (Multilayer Ceramic Capacitors), which are core products of Murata, and introduces case studies regarding SDG initiatives. It is part of a series that introduces technology articles about Murata Manufacturing.
Enabling Nursing Care Facility Monitoring with IoT Sensor Technology
Let's take a look at IoT examples in nursing care facilities with a focus on sensor technology. This includes the introduction of IoT equipment that focus on efforts to reduce employee workloads.
Realizing a Smart Life: Changing Lives with IoT Home Appliances
The time people spend at home has increased significantly due to the spread of COVID-19. As a result, there are no doubt many people who have felt that the frequency of housework has increased (e.g. food preparation and clean-up, the amount and frequency of laundry, room cleaning, etc.).
Utilizing IoT and Drones on the Frontline of Smart Agriculture
The key to smart agriculture is the utilization of robots, AI, IoT, ICT and other advanced technologies. Introducing self-driving tractors, self-navigating drones, yield combine harvesters, harvesting robots, drones and other technologies into agriculture will solve long-standing challenges and secure a workforce of skilled workers while saving on labor and manpower. The goal is to realize a new and advanced form of agriculture in which yield and quality improve, costs decrease, and incomes increases.
Smart Measures against Wildlife Damage Realized by IoT
Using IoT to prevent wildlife damage to crops caused when wild boars, deer, common raccoons and other wild animals devastate fields is garnering attention.
Supporting the Introduction of the PoC Method for High-speed Automotive Networks Through Component Selection Efficiency
PoC, which can reduce the number of cables connecting to automotive cameras, requires a Bias-T circuit to separate the signals and power supply. Inductors for such circuits cannot simply be selected, but they can be easily selected by using Murata’s online tool (BIST). Therefore, we spoke with the managers who were involved in the development of BIST about the features and objectives in releasing the tool. This is an introduction to a technology article about Murata Manufacturing.
Leaving Children Unattended in a Car is Unforgivable Wi-Fi Sensing Technology for the Protection of Children
This article introduces the details and features of a technology offered by Murata that uses Wi-Fi to safeguard children in cars.
Automotive MLCCs Balancing Reliability with Miniaturization and High Capacitance in a Closely Intertwined Evolution with the CASE Trend (3/3)
In Part 3 of our series, we will learn about the direction of development associated with the remaining two elements consisting of Shared and Services (S) and Electric (E), as well as the measures implemented when conducting advanced development of technologies and products in anticipation of needs amid changing automobile industry supply chains.
Automotive MLCCs Balancing Reliability with Miniaturization and High Capacitance in a Closely Intertwined Evolution with the CASE Trend (2/3)
Part 2 of our series will introduce the technologies and production systems that support the strengths of Murata’s automotive MLCCs. In addition, we also heard more about the direction of automotive MLCC development due to the progress of the Connected (C) and Autonomous (A) features that are part of the four elements that make up the CASE trend.
Automotive MLCCs Balancing Reliability with Miniaturization and High Capacitance in a Closely Intertwined Evolution with the CASE Trend (1/3)
Automotive MLCCs must prioritize the implementation of a higher level of quality that is completely different from the MLCCs for consumer devices. We spoke with two automotive MLCC product technology managers who are well versed in the application and technology requirement trends in the automotive industry about the type of MLCCs required in the CASE era, the frontlines of technology development to meet those requirements, and future developments.
SDGs×Murata
Murata's Value Creation through SDGs (Part 2)
In Part 1, we showed you outlines of Murata’s vision and initiatives on the SDGs. In Part 2, we will illustrate specific initiatives and how they will contribute to improvement in corporate value and market competitiveness.
SDGs×Murata
Murata’s Value Creation through SDGs (Part 1)
Murata uses the SDGs as a set of guidelines for its management strategies. We interviewed the people in charge of sustainability promotion in the company about Murata’s vision and initiatives on the SDGs.
Murata Manufacturing’s New Data Business Formed Through B2B Alliances (Part 2) - Contributing to a Sustainable Society
At Murata, we are working to solve social issues through our businesses. For the second part of this article, we had Mr. Tsumori, who is in charge of the Traffic Counter System, speak about SDGs and social contributions.
Murata Manufacturing’s New Data Business Formed Through B2B Alliances (Part 1) - Creating New Businesses with Local Partners
The role of B2B alliances is becoming ever more important when transitioning from the conventional business model of manufacturing and selling electronic components toward providing a data-selling service. On this occasion, we spoke to Mr. Tsumori of Murata, who operates the “Traffic Counter System,” and Mr. Haruno Subiyanto, a representative of a local partner with whom we have formed an alliance to expand our operations in Indonesia.
SDGs×Murata
The importance of SDGs in business (Part 2)
What are the SDGs of excellent global companies? How should we address the SDGs? A brief introduction to.
SDGs×Murata
The importance of SDGs in business (Part 1)
What are the SDGs? Why do companies need SDGs? The following is a brief description of.
How do you increase employee satisfaction through one on one meetings?(Part 2 of 2) ――“Attentive listening for sure!” is a big mistake. Importance of interactions suitable for each participant
In the latter half, we have learned about the inspection results of the one-on-one meeting improvement project as well as the kinds of changes that were observed during one-on-one meetings that followed from the perspective of both manager and employee.
How do you increase employee satisfaction through one on one meetings?(Part 1 of 2) ――Seeking optimal styles by “visualizing” interactions
An increasing number of companies have introduced one-on-one meetings as a method of communication between managers and employees. However, there are issues such as the complications in visualizing results. Here, we introduce our one-on-one meeting improvement project that was applied to a certain department at Murata.
White paper available: Meeting EMI Requirements for Rolling Stock, Railway Applications
This paper introduces the EMI specifications applicable to the standards for rail applications, and guides through a simple filter design to meet the standards.
Unique Architecture for Buck Regulators Reduces Size and Increases Efficiency
“Smaller size and more efficient” are common objectives sought by many of our customers. When it comes to Murata’s power conversion products, our power design team have developed solutions leading to a 2x reduction in footprint and a one-third reduction in height, with significant improvement in efficiency, transient performance and EMI. Murata’s step-level increase in performance, the result of a unique two-stage architecture that uses many low voltage FETs throughout the powertrain in a complex arrangement, enables thinner and more mobile designs, with improved packing density and efficiency.
Installing Electronic Circuits of Dramatically Increasing Size into Compact Devices - Murata's MLCC for 5G Smartphones (Part 2 of 2)
In Part 2, we talked about the difficulties in developing MLCC-specific manufacturing technology and the technology that solved our issues, as well as why Murata’s development system is so strong and continues to lead the way in miniaturizing and increasing the capacitance of MLCCs. Murata engineers also explained the prospects for further miniaturization and capacitance expansion of MLCCs.
Installing Electronic Circuits of Dramatically Increasing Size into Compact Devices - Murata's MLCC for 5G Smartphones (Part 1 of 2)
We asked the product planners and engineers who developed the new generation of small MLCCs, which are intended to be installed in 5G-enabled smartphones, about the MLCCs that they have developed and their impact on device development.
How to break free from the dependence on intuition and unique skills in maintenance work (Part 2 of 2)
IoT is the key to breaking free from the dependence of maintenance work on intuition and unique skills. In Part 2, we will hear in detail from Kenichi Furutani, a consultant at Japan Excel-Management Consulting (JEMCO), about the specific methods and keys to implementing IoT for maintenance work.
How to break free from the dependence on intuition and unique skills in maintenance work(Part 1 of 2)
Standardization of maintenance work is one of the most important factors in improving the competitiveness and productivity of factories. We asked Kenichi Furutani, a consultant at Japan Excel-Management Consulting (JEMCO), about how to break free from dependence on intuition and unique skills for IoT-based maintenance work.
Issues and solutions in the manufacturing industry from the Kanazawa Murata factory perspective (Part 2)
In Part 1, we presented the issues the manufacturing site is engaged in. In Part 2, we will present the Kanazawa Murata factory’s efforts to transition factories into smart factories using IT tools as well as our future developments.
Issues and solutions in the manufacturing industry from the Kanazawa Murata factory perspective (Part 1)
The manufacturing industry has been engaged in such issues as productivity improvement and quality management. In Part 1, we will present what kind of issues the Kanazawa Murata factory, which has created products using advanced technologies, is aiming to tackle and how the factory seeks to face them.
“New on-site capabilities” the construction industry is venturing to build through DX (Part 2 of 2)
Construction sites are areas where it would be difficult to replace people with digital entities, as much of the work is dependent on the experience and judgment of engineers and craftsmen. How should DX proceed in circumstances like this? We continue our interview with JACIC’s Takashi Ozawa from where we left off in the first part of the interview.
“New on-site capabilities” the construction industry is venturing to build through DX (Part 1 of 2)
We asked Takashi Ozawa, executive director of the Japan Construction Information Center (JACIC), which is aiming to build “new on-site capabilities” in the construction industry through DX, about the current progress of DX in the construction industry and his thoughts on the subject.
Miraisens transforms gaming: exciting haptics technology(3/3)
In part 3/3 of this series of articles, we discuss the development of the environments required for haptic sensations to be articulated precisely, hardware that allows for stimulation that can be felt by the brain, in addition to the future applications of 3DHaptics technology that are in demand by creators.
Miraisens transforms gaming: exciting haptics technology(2/3)
In part 2/3 of this series of articles, the developers themselves explain the chronology of the development of 3DHaptics. Through doing so, we also explore the merits of using haptics in presenting content and the principles that make realistic haptics possible.
Miraisens transforms gaming: exciting haptics technology(1/3)
Innovations in content presentation give rise to rapid growth in the gaming market. We explain “3DHaptics technology” based on comments from an interview with a visionary of the American video game industry, Nicole Lazzaro, CEO and founder of XEODesign, as well as an interview with the founders of Miraisens.
Ultra-Compact, Low-Power-Consumption Cellular LPWA Modules, Enabling All Kinds of Internet Connections (Part 2 of 2)
In this second part, we asked about Murata's efforts to provide easy-to-use modules for customers developing IoT devices.
Ultra-Compact, Low-Power-Consumption Cellular LPWA Modules, Enabling All Kinds of Internet Connections (Part 1 of 2)
In recent years, IoT has made it possible to collect detailed data from various locations in the real world, but there have been challenges in collecting data over long distances of several kilometers. Murata has developed a cellular LPWA module that enables long-distance wireless communication with ultra-small size and low power consumption, and also enables reliable data collection without the need for specialized expertise in wireless communication. We interviewed the people in charge about the envisioned usage scenarios and the efforts being made in the development process.
The sensor-based “predictive maintenance” implementation at Murata's Fukui Manufacturing facility(Part 2 of 2)
In Part 1, we learned all about the IoT integration that took place at Fukui Murata Manufacturing, as well as the predictive maintenance system and achievements that the integration made possible. In Part 2, we look into how they proceeded with IoT integration at their manufacturing site.
The sensor-based “predictive maintenance” implementation at Murata's Fukui Manufacturing facility(Part 1 of 2)
Since the popularization of the word “IoT,” many have recognized the necessity of its implementation in various industrial fields. This interview is a discussion presenting the points to advancing the integration of IoT technology in manufacturing sites in addition to the results and background of the implementation of IoT technology at Fukui Murata Manufacturing Co.
The Growing Esports Market and the Impact of 5G
Let’s dive into everything from the size of the global esports market to the circumstances of esports in different countries, as well as the network environments such as 5G networks that are enhancing the rising popularity of esports. We’ll take a look at the present and future of esports.
Murata's Vehicle-mounted Inductor Products for Supporting Advancements in Vehicle-mounted Networks Through Timely and Appropriate Product Development (Part 2 of 2)
In Part 2, we focus on two product categories among the vehicle-mounted inductor products developed and provided by Murata, and we asked engineers about the strengths of these products and the direction of future advancements.
Murata's vehicle-mounted inductors:Supporting advancements in vehicle-mounted networks with strategic product development(Part 1 of 2)
Technical developments in vehicle-mounted networks are proceeding at a dizzying pace, and these advancements have further accelerated now that the CASE era will soon be upon us. At Murata, we were among the first to develop products compliant with the latest vehicle-mounted network standards, and have established a product development and production system capable of supplying the required volume of electronic components with the needed characteristics at the time that they are needed.
Pursuing Higher Precision in Inertial Force Sensors for Safe Self-driving Cars (Part 2 of 2)
In Part 2, we asked the engineers involved in development about what Murata is doing to develop sensors with even higher safety and reliability for self-driving cars.
Pursuing Higher Precision in Inertial Force Sensors for Safe Self-Driving Cars (Part 1 of 2)
The era of self-driving cars traveling on city streets is fast approaching. There are great expectations for the practical application of self-driving cars as solutions to many social issues, such as securing safe means of transportation, and reducing traffic congestion and accidents. However, it is not easy to replace the advanced driving skills of a human driver with those of computers and artificial intelligence.
To achieve this, it is essential to introduce cutting-edge technology.
White paper available: Future vision and technology of smart cities
Let’s have a look at the emerging visions for our smart cities and the required technologies which will greatly effect the future of the smart cities we will live in.
Murata's Oxide-based Solid-state Batteries for Expanding the Range of Applications for IoT Devices and Supporting More Advanced Wearables (Part 2 of 2)
In Part 2, we asked the engineers who were involved in development how they resolved challenging issues, the features of the completed solid-state battery, and the direction of future development using this battery and its technology.
Murata's Oxide-based Solid-state Batteries for Expanding the Range of Applications for IoT Devices and Supporting More Advanced Wearables (Part 1 of 2)
The solid-state batteries developed by Murata are a groundbreaking technology that has the potential to expand the usage applications for mobile electronic devices. We asked the Murata engineers who were involved in this development about how the development occurred, features of the developed solid-state battery, and the direction of advancements going forward.
5G: Technology
5G Challenge: Miniaturization
Electronics devices are likely to become more complex to satisfy consumers expectations for small or slim devices. Reliability and miniaturisation of component technology will become a necessity.
5G: Technology
5G Challenge: Low latency
Ultra-reliable, low latency communication (URLLC) is a set of features that provide low latency and ultra-high reliability for mission-critical applications such as remote surgery for healthcare, mobility vehicle-to-vehicle communication, smart grids or industrial private networks. In 3GPP release 15 5G-NR it has been specified that the target is for 1-ms delivering near perfect reliability.
5G: Technology
5G Challenges: Battery life
5G itself is likely to have a higher current drain than its predecessors but the biggest influence on battery drainage for 5G devices is likely to come from the user. The demands from the device will be increased as 5G provides more capability. Demanding features such as VoLTE, screens, cameras and increased connections will impact the lifespan of the battery.
5G: Technology
5G Challenge: Thermal Management
Thermal management of 5G devices and antennas is likely to become an increasingly hot topic as there is an exponential increase in heat generated in contrast to LTEs predecessors such as 4G.
5G: Technology
5G Mobility
5G will enable completely new functions for in-car and out-car applications, in the short-term it will revolutionise in-car infotainment and enhanced multimedia. In the near future we can expect 5G to contribute to V2X communication optimising driving experience and enabling the future of autonomous vehicles.
5G: Technology
5G Local Networks
In recent times with unscalable Wi-fi hotspots being overloaded unable to meet rapidly increasing demands for higher capacity and data speeds. The reliability and scalability of networks has become increasingly important to enterprises.
5G: Technology
5G Mission Critical Systems
Due to the ultra-high-reliability and low-latency communications (URLLC) of 5G, Mission Critical Communications (MCC) has been highlighted as a key area as part of the 3GPP Release. Delivered as part of a core network service it will allow emergency services to replace traditional radio, with more modern communications methods already available to smart phone users.
5G: Technology
5G Massive IoT
5G – Massive IoT will likely account for over half of 5G cellular IoT connections. This is due to the common requirement for long battery life, deep coverage and low total cost of ownership (TCO) across larger application areas like asset management, energy & utilities and smart cities.
5G: Technology
5G Enhanced Mobile Broadband (eMBB)
Providing significant benefits to consumers, enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) will be an extension to existing 4G network and will be amongst the first wave of the 5G services. These benefits will include significant improvement of download speeds and more cost-efficient data, up to 10 times cheaper compared to 4G. Here we explore the benefits and challenges to industry.
5G: Technology
Component Technology for 5G
5G promises great things, but to reach its potential it also requires significant technological advancements. We look at what is possible, what is needed and how component-level innovation is crucial to commercial success.
PRODUCT FOCUS
Chip NTC Thermistors Support 5G Device Temperature Monitoring
PRODUCT FOCUS
Resonant MLCC for High-Power Wireless Charging
PRODUCT FOCUS
Gyro Sensor Solution Displays Detection Accuracy in Minutes
The future of automotive electronics
Component business offers one-stop procurement from a full product line
Whether in autonomous or electric vehicles, automotive advances rely on electronics technologies.This page describes Murata component business, offering one-stop procurement from a full product line.
The future of automotive electronics
Module business applies superior technical expertise and experience for further growth
Whether in autonomous or electric vehicles, automotive advances rely on electronics technologies.This page describes Murata module business, applying superior technical expertise and experience for further growth.
The future of automotive electronics
Product development leveraging Murata strengths for a fast-changing automotive market
Whether in autonomous or electric vehicles, automotive advances rely on electronics technologies.This page describes Murata product development for the automotive market.
The future of automotive electronics
Driving automotive advances as a partner for comprehensive solutions
Whether in autonomous or electric vehicles, automotive advances rely on electronics technologies.Murata drives automotive advances as a partner providing comprehensive solutions.
PRODUCT FOCUS
Middle Case Size Bridges Murata’s MLCC Miniaturization Path
PRODUCT FOCUS
PTC over-current protection for FA device
PRODUCT FOCUS
HF Band RFID Tags for Toy, Amusement Market
PRODUCT FOCUS
Y1-Compliant Ceramic Capacitor Satisfies Tiny Power Devices
Capacitor Guide
ESD Resistance of Capacitors
PRODUCT FOCUS
Ultrasmall RFID Tag Ensures End to End Traceability
PRODUCT FOCUS
High-Heat-Resistant Capacitor Defies Engine’s Thermal Cap
Inductor Guide
An Introduction to Inductors Used in NFC Circuits
PRODUCT FOCUS
Certified Ceramic Capacitors Temper Noise in Power Lines
Inductor Guide
Wireless Communications / High-Frequency Inductors: Essential to Automated Driving
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Power line noise countermeasures using common mode choke coils
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Introduction to Noise Filters for Smart Phone Audio Circuits
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Introducing high temperature guaranteed chip ferrite beads for automotive devices
Inductor Guide
Lineup of LQW Series of Wire Wound Type RF (Radio Frequency) Inductors
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Characteristics of common mode choke coils for signal lines and how to choose one
PRODUCT FOCUS
MLCC Dynamic Model Supports Circuit Simulations
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Noise suppression products that support the BroadR-Reach® in-car Ethernet networking standard [CMCC room]
PRODUCT FOCUS
Noise Suppression Parts Aim at BroadR-Reach Car Network
Inductor Guide
Characteristics of Murata's Compact, High-Current Metal Alloy Power Inductors [Basics]
Inductor Guide
Types and Characteristics of RF (Radio Frequency) Inductors: Selecting the Optimum Components
Inductor Guide
Inductors suited for the bias tee circuit of automotive cameras [wiring inductor room]
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Performance of noise filters that do not impair signal quality [Part 1: DC superposition characteristics]
PRODUCT FOCUS
Quadplexer Boosts CA Function in Two Bands with Minimal Current
PRODUCT FOCUS
Reliable In-Car MLCC Bonds with Conductive Adhesive
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
How to mitigate the deterioration in the reception sensitivity of WLANs using noise suppression methods?
Inductor Guide
PA Power Supply Line Noise Suppression Technology
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
Engineers Explain Noise Suppression Techniques – Noise Suppression Solutions for Wireless Power Transfer (Part 2) –
Noise Suppression Filter Guide
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