everything RF has compiled a list of trending RF & Microwave Automotive products on the website in February 2024. These products include Bluetooth modules, RF Switches, Wi-Fi Front End Modules, Wireless Charging ICs, Radar transceiver ICs, Wi-Fi antennas, Bluetooth Antennas, Automotive Radar Echo Generators, V2X Modules, etc. The use of RF products in the Automotive sector has increased significantly over the last few years. This has been driven by new technologies like Radar, V2X, Navigation, wireless charging and many other technologies. Click here to visit the Automotive Hub on everything RF.
Automotive-Grade 2.4/5/6 GHz Wi-Fi 6E and Dual-Mode Bluetooth 5.3 Modules
The JODY-W6 Series from u-blox are Tri-band Wi-Fi 6E and Dual-Mode Bluetooth 5.3 Modules that operate in the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands. They are based on the automotive-qualified NXP AW693 chip and are AEC-Q104 automotive-qualified qualified manufactured in line with ISO/TS 16949. These modules support dual-mode Bluetooth 5.3 BR/EDR and LE features, such as high data rates, extended advertising, long-range, and the use of isochronous channels for LE Audio, fully simultaneously to Wi-Fi operation. They support 2x2 MIMO and beamforming for Wi-Fi and 20, 40, & 80 MHz channels Wi-Fi channels. The modules require a DC supply of 1.8 or 3 V. Read more
Automotive-Grade SOI Reflective SPDT Switch from 0.3 to 10.6 GHz
The PE423211 from pSemi is a Reflective SPDT RF Switch that operates from 0.3 to 10.6 GHz. This AEC-Q100 grade-2 qualified switch provides an isolation of more than 15 dB with an insertion loss of less than 0.6 dB and has a P1dB of 25 dBm. It is manufactured on pSemi’s Ultra-CMOS silicon-on-insulator (SOI) process and uses patented HARP™ technology. This switch is available in a surface-mount 6-lead DFN package that measures 1.6 x 1.6 mm and is designed for use in high-performance ISM, WLAN 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth, and UWB applications. Read more
2.4/5/6 GHz Integrated Wi-Fi Front-End Modules for Automotive Applications
The QXM19xx from Qualcomm are Wi-Fi Front End Modules that are designed for automotive applications. They operate in the 2.4 GHz (2400 – 2483 MHz) and 5/6 GHz (5150 – 7115 GHz) bands and consist of small-size RFFEs with integrated active and passive components. These FEMs support Wi-Fi 6, Wi-Fi 6E, and Wi-Fi 7 standards with advanced Wi-Fi 7 features like 320 MHz channel support, multi-link operation (MLO), 4K QAM, etc. They have an integrated power amplifier (PA) supporting several high linearity and high-efficiency modes and an integrated low noise amplifier supporting high gain, high efficiency, and bypass modes. Read more
Qi 2.0 Compatible, 15 W In-Cabin Automotive Wireless Charging IC
The iND87200 from indie Semiconductor is an In-Cabin Automotive Wireless Charging IC that is compliant with Qi 1.3.2 and compatible with Qi 2.0. It supports the emerging maximum power point (MPP) wireless charging feature and has an integrated boost converter that can deliver up to 15W of power across the entire VBAT operating range. This IC has advanced power sensing circuitry that monitors system impedance and phase in real-time which provides the capability to optimize tuning and algorithms and enables intelligent features such as adaptive foreign object detection. Read more
Real-time 4D Imaging Radar System from 76 to 81 GHz
The SRIR256V2 from Renesas is a Real-time 4D Imaging Radar System that operates from 76 to 81 GHz. It is based on the SVR4414 high-performance CMOS radar transceiver IC. This system achieves spatial resolutions by cascading four SVR4414 transceivers, each having four independent transmit and four independent receive channels, in a multi-input multi-output (MIMO) configuration. This arrangement of 16 transmit and 16 receiver combinations produces 256 aggregate MIMO channels which are used to sample both horizontal and vertical space ahead. Read more
Automotive-Grade One-Chip Radar SoCs for Collision Avoidance Applications
The SAF86xx from NXP Semiconductors are One-Chip RFCMOS Radar SoCs that support future distributed automotive radar architectures. They operate from 76 to 81 GHz and have a total bandwidth of 5 GHz. These SoCs consist of 4 transmitters, 4 receivers, ADC conversion, phase rotator, low phase noise VCO, BBE32EP DSP processor, ARM Cortex-M7 core, and SRAM memory to support various use cases in short-range, medium-range, and long-range automotive radar applications. Read more
2.4 GHz Automotive-Grade FR4 ISM/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna
The A1001013 from KYOCERA AVX is an Automotive ISM/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Antenna that operates from 2400 to 2485 MHz. This antenna provides a peak gain of 0.7 dBi (on-ground) and 2.6 dBi (off-ground) with an average efficiency of more than 48%. It utilizes IMD technology that provides superior RF field containment, resulting in less interaction with surrounding components. This FRF4 PCB antenna is capable of off-ground and on-ground (over metal) environments. It has completed rigorous testing to qualify for automotive applications and all testing has been done following applicable AEC-Q200 requirements and procedures as closely as possible. Read more
5.9 GHz XBAW Filter for Automotive/C-V2X Applications
The A10159 from Akoustis is a 5.9 GHz XBAW Filter that meets the coexistence requirements for C-V2X and DSRC standards. It is designed to enable coexistence with Wi-Fi and 5G bands. This filter has low passband insertion loss and enables high-power handling capabilities that establish long-range connectivity for modern wireless communication applications. It is available in a package that measures 1.1 x 0.9 x 0.4 mm with single-ended Tx/Rx ports. The filter is suitable for use in automotive, C-V2X systems, DSRC/802.11p high-power systems, telematics, and infotainment applications. Read more
Automotive Radar Echo Generator for 24/77/79 GHz Frequency Bands
The R&S®AREG800A from Rohde & Schwarz is an innovative and versatile solution for testing automotive radar sensors. It can generate dynamic artificial objects with individual distance, object size, radial velocity, and angular direction. The Automotive Radar Echo Generator supports up to 4 GHz of instantaneous bandwidth in all automotive radar bands at 24 GHz and 77 GHz/79 GHz. It has a flexible design that covers all applications from early radar sensor R&D to advanced full vehicle ADAS/AD test cases. Read more
Sub-6 GHz Automotive Modules for 5G and C-V2X/DSDA Applications
The AG57xQ Series from Quectel are Sub-6 GHz Automotive Modules that are designed for 5G and C-V2X/DSDA applications. They are based on the AEC-Q100 qualified Qualcomm SA515M chipset and are compliant with IATF 16949 and automotive quality processes such as APQP and PPAP. These modules adopt the 3GPP Rel-15 technology and support both 5GNR NSA and SA modes with 4G/3G/2G fallback. They support MIMO technology and utilize multiple antennas at the transmitting and receiving ends in the same frequency band simultaneously to reduce errors and optimize data speeds. Read more
Single/Multi-Target Automotive Radar Target Simulator from 76 to 81 GHz
The E8719A from Keysight is an Automotive Radar Target Simulator that has a frequency range from 76 to 81 GHz with exceptional gain flatness complemented with over-the-air calibration feature enabling accurate target simulation. It has a simulation distance from 3 to 300 meters with a distance accuracy of ±5 cm and supports Doppler simulation up to ±500 km/h. This simulator has an instantaneous bandwidth of 5 GHz and is available as a single or multi-target (3 targets, 2nd, and 3rd target is fixed distance) solution. Read more
Automotive Grade Long-Range Bluetooth 5.3 LE Modules
The NINA-B50 Series from u-blox are Bluetooth 5.3 LE Modules with support for Thread, Zigbee, and Matter that have been developed for automotive applications. These modules provide a conducted output power of up to 10 dBm and have a maximum range of 1400 m. They are based on the NXP KW45 chipset and comprise of a powerful wireless MCU featuring Bluetooth LE 5.3, advanced security (e.g., NXP EdgeLock®, Arm® TrustZone®), and FlexCAN, CAN, CAN FD, and LIN bus interfaces. The modules require a DC supply of 1.71 to 3.60 V and consume 18.7 mA of current in Tx mode, 4.7 mA of current in Rx mode, and 1.5 μA of current in deep sleep mode. Read more
AEC-Q100 Compliant Oscillator from 8 to 100 MHz for Automotive/ADAS Applications
The SiT1625 from SiTime is a Low-Jitter Oscillator that operates at 12 fixed frequencies from 8 to 100 MHz. It complies with the AEC-Q100 standard and is designed for automotive and extreme temperature applications. This oscillator is based on SiTime’s resilient and reliable silicon MEMS technology which ensures high performance in harsh conditions such as high or low temperatures, shock, and vibration. It provides an LVCMOS-compatible output with a phase noise of -143 dBc/Hz (@ 100 kHz offset) and has an RMS phase jitter of 500 fs. Read more
60 GHz, 20-meter Pulsed Coherent Radar Sensor
The A121 from Acconeer is a 60 GHz Pulsed Coherent Radar Sensor. It delivers an EIRP of 11 dBm and has a half-power beamwidth (HPBW) of 65° (horizontal) and 53° (elevation). This radar sensor has an absolute measurement range of up to 20 m including water level measurements up to 20 meters with lens utilization and human presence detection up to 7 meters with lens-free utilization. It supports continuous and single sweep modes and can recognize movement and gestures for several objects. This radar sensor has an integrated baseband, RF front-end, and antenna in a package. It requires a DC supply of 1.8 V and consumes less than 100 mA of current. Read more
AEC-Q200 Qualified Bandpass Filter with Passband from 2.4 to 2.5 GHz
The 2450BP08C0100002T from Johanson Technology is an SMT Bandpass Filter with a passband from 2.4 to 2.5 GHz. This AEC-Q200-qualified filter has a passband insertion loss of less than 1.2 dB and provides a rejection of more than 17 dB above and below the passband. It can handle a CW input power of 1 W and has a return loss of better than 12 dB. The BPF is available in a surface-mount package that measures 1.1 x 0.9 x 0.45 mm and is ideal for 2.4 GHz automotive applications. Read more
mmWave, Automotive Radar Sensor Module from 60 to 64 GHz
The Type 1VM from Murata is an mmWave Radar Sensor Module that operates from 60 to 64 GHz. It utilizes a Texas Instruments AWR6843 chipset (including C674x DSP for advanced signal processing) with ARM Cortex-R4F CPU core, 16M-bit Serial Flash Memory and built-in optimized patch antennas. This module is optimized for in-cabin sensing like CPD and OMS and can precisely detect distance, angle of arrival and velocity between target objects in harsh environments. It requires a DC supply of 5 V and can be controlled via UART/CAN interfaces. Read more
Dual-mode, Dual-channel Automotive-Grade V2X Module
The RX135x from Rolling Wireless is a Dual-mode, Dual-channel V2X Module supporting legacy (LTE-V2X/DSRC) and next-generation (NR-V2X/802.11bd) V2X technologies. It is based on Autotalks' third-generation SECTON3 chipset and is designed to support advanced V2X applications. This module can be connected either to a Rolling Wireless automotive-grade 5G module, using the NAD’s application processor, or to any external application processor to run the V2X stack and applications. It is tested for the automotive industry’s toughest specifications to deliver high quality and long lifespans under the hood. Read more
Cellular V2X Module for Global Connectivity from 5850 to 5925 MHz
The AX166-GL from Fibocom is a C-V2X Module that operates from 5850 to 5925 MHz. It has been designed to enable global connectivity according to CCC, SRRC, CE, and FCC regulatory requirements. This module utilizes V2X PC5 and DSRC communication protocols and delivers a data rate of 31 Mbps in the uplink and downlink channels. It supports firmware-over-the-air (FOTA) upgrades on Linux, Android, or Windows OS via a rich set of interfaces such as CAN, USB, PCIe, UART, I2C, SPI, and JTAG. This C-V2X module requires a DC supply of 5.0 V. It is available in a land grid array (LGA) package that measures 32.50 x 38.00 x 3.00 mm. Read more
High-Linearity Two-Stage InGaP Power Amplifier from 700 to 800 MHz
The GRF5507W from Guerrilla RF is a Two-Stage Power Amplifier that operates from 700 to 800 MHz. It provides a small signal gain of 30.5 dB and maintains a linear output power of 24 dBm at 105°C. This amplifier is based on InGaP HBT technology and provides excellent P1dB, ACLR, and IM3 performance. The high-linearity of this amplifier makes it an ideal choice for transmitter applications that typically do not employ digital predistortion correction schemes. It requires a DC supply of 5 V and consumes 195 mA of current. The amplifier is available in a compact QFN-16 package that measures 3 x 3 mm and is ideal for cellular boosters, automotive compensators, picocells/femtocells, cellular DAS, wireless infrastructure, and customer premise equipment applications. Read more
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