The modern aviation paradigm is
shifting toward systems that demand
more electrical power for sophisticated
functionalities and require weight reduction
to achieve greater operational efficiency."
Steferson Maciel
Electrical Integration Engineer, Pilatus Aircraft
C h a p t e r 2 | T h e S e m i c o n d u c t o r R e v o l u t i o n i n Av i o n i c s
• Developing high-reliability sensor-to-bits or
antenna-to-bits solutions that ensure accurate and
precise data transmission from sensors to onboard
computing systems
• Designing high-performance functional safety ICs
that enable comprehensive onboard diagnostics
and management capabilities
• Offering wide-bandgap material solutions like
SiC and GaN for high-voltage and high-
temperature applications
• Providing Enhanced Products (EP) with nickel-
palladium-gold (NiPdAu) lead finish that can
support a temperature range of −55C to +150C
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11 Industry Experts Discuss eMobility and the Future of Aviation
