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Electronics For You
February 2024 Issue
Vol. 56 No. 2
Moves
EVERYONE: Electric 2-Wheelers Priced Under Rs 100,000
Despite irregularities in FAME 2 compliance, electric two-wheelers have gained significant popularity in India and are being embraced enthusiastically by the urban population. However, in smaller cities and towns, the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) is slower, primarily due to budget constraints. Understanding this, MOVES has compiled a comprehensive list of affordable electric two-wheelers. These fifteen models are each priced under Rs 100,000, making them financially accessible to a wider audience. This initiative aims to encourage a shift towards EVs, making them a viable option for more people, particularly in two- and three-tier cities. Choose wisely!
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Strategy
TECH: Application Of Artificial Intelligence In The Manufacturing Sector
AI with ML swiftly predicts, minimises development time, and optimises synthesis, eliminating trial and error—for a future of advanced, efficient material manufacturing
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POLICY: India’s Semiconductor Manufacturing Ambition Needs A Decadal Plan
Explore India’s surge in semiconductor imports, the pressing need for self-reliance, and the strategic pillars reshaping the nation’s technological destiny
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Design
SECURITY: Safeguarding Chip Security: Challenges And Countermeasures
Strategies such as enhanced testing, side-channel analysis, and security hardening can mitigate these threats, but challenges persist
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CIRCUIT: Interesting Reference Designs Of Compressors
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Moves
TECHNOLOGY: What On Earth Is A Software Defined Car?
What aspects of your vehicle will be governed by software? How will that impact you? James Falkiner, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx and author of the report ‘Connected and Software-Defined Vehicles 2024-2034: Markets, Forecasts, Technologies,’ shares his insights on the rapidly evolving landscape of software-defined vehicles and their impact on the automotive industry
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INTERVIEW: “We Have Maintained A Net NPA Rate Below 1%!” — Sameer Aggarwal, Founder And CEO, RevFin
Maintaining a low non-performing asset (NPA) rate is considered one of the key factors determining the success of an NBFC (non-banking financial company) operating in the commercial vehicle finance industry. Revfin, a new-age NBFC, has consistently maintained NPA rates as low as 1%! But how has the company achieved this feat? Sameer Aggarwal shares the secret sauce and his perspective on the commercial electric vehicle finance industry in India!
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Moves
BUSINESS: With Electric Vehicles, The Vehicle Service Industry Will Undergo The Biggest Disruption
With electric vehicles (EVs) becoming mainstream in India, how is the vehicle service sector responding? As this sector employs a large fraction of individuals from India’s auto industry, what are the top challenges it faces? Afdhel Abdul Wahab, Director of Indus Motors, shares his thoughts
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INTERVIEW: “We Refer To The 28-Nanometre Node As The ‘Goldilocks’ Node” — Sharan Srinivas J. And Shashwath T.R., Co-Founders, Mindgrove Technologies
Incubated at IIT Madras, the fabless semiconductor startup, Mindgrove Technologies, has developed a microcontroller chip operating on a 28-nanometre technology node with a SHAKTI core, at a speed of 700MHz for IoT applications, signal processing, machine learning, and characterisation in signal processing and vision domains. The chip leverages built-in security features and enhanced performance for tasks like fingerprint scanning and high-speed motor control, facilitating feedback and control on a single chip. In an exclusive chat with EFY’s Yashasvini Razdan, co-founders Shashwath T.R. and Sharan Srinivas J. dished out interesting details about technology nodes in chip design
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Strategy
MY STORY: “Challenges Are The Biggest ‘Change And Improve’ Points In Life” — Vineet Sahni, FIEM Industries
“Challenges are important to move ahead in life. The choice to take on a challenge is always personal. The question of whether I will be able to overcome it or not will always be there. The best we can do is to face them head-on and not worry about the result,” says the man who has become one of the most prominent leaders in India’s automotive components and lighting landscape. He learned the distinction between “people giving respect to a position and people giving respect to a person” while studying in the sixth standard. He then challenged the top student in his class (ninth standard) to surpass him academically within a year and succeeded by topping the tenth Board. He later took on the challenge of elevating his company to become one of the most respected automotive electronics and components companies in India. Presently, he is working towards establishing FIEM Industries on the global automotive lighting map while concurrently fostering self-reliance in India across various sectors where he plays a role. This is Vineet Sahni’s story, as narrated to EFY’s Mukul Yudhveer Singh!
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CIRCUIT IDEA: Light-Activated Robot
The mini light-activated robot proposed here works in ambient light. It employs sensors to detect variations in light intensity, which allows it to navigate and perform tasks in diverse environments. This mini-robot exploration combines robotics and light sensing technology, showcasing the potential for autonomous systems to adapt to changing light conditions
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Regulars
Dashboard
Key Industry Trends That Can Shape The Future Of Your Business
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Startups & Innovators
• Noccarc’s MedEle Of Indian Smart Ventilators
• ‘Counter’-ing The Air-Borne Threat With Megh Robotics
• Addressing Charging Needs For India’s Most Adopted EV Segment
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Industry News: Industry Updates
• PM Modi inaugurates first on-grid solar project with energy storage in Lakshadweep
• Make in India 2.0 to focus on drones, robotics, EV components
• BIS permits 64 electronics and IT goods for parallel testing
• Government announces extension of PLI scheme for automotives
• Maruti Suzuki plans to start exports of EVs this year
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PROJECT: Counting Small Items Using Edge Impulse
Object classification is essential for factory automation and devices where different objects are sorted or counted during packaging. Factories producing buttons, chocolates, and similar items require accurate counting for efficient packaging, which is a time-consuming and costly process when done manually. Implementing an automation system to detect, classify, sort, and count objects can significantly streamline production process. This project aims to create a cost-effective device for implementing such a factory automation system
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Do-It-Yourself
CIRCUIT IDEA: An Electronics Kaleidoscope
Attention-catching elements prove valuable in warnings, raising awareness of danger, and in exhibitions, providing visual delight. Numerous electronic circuits utilise blinkers, winkers, and LED flashers for these purposes
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Electroons 2.0
Some stunning cartoons
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Strategy
GROWTH: Six Steps To Building Better Business Assets
In the journey of asset-building, solving good problems trumps battling bad ones. Dive into six essential steps for building and leveraging effective assets—the game-changer every entrepreneur needs
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INTERVIEW: “Our Approach Involves Not Only Designing The System But Also Creating Test Setups For Various Scenarios” — Rijin John And Dr Arun Ashok, Co-Founders, Silizium Circuits
Discover the secrets behind successful IP development as we delve into innovative design strategies. Learn how to navigate the intricate balance between power efficiency and high performance. Sharad Bhowmick and Nidhi Agarwal from Electronics For You spoke to Dr Arun Ashok and Rijin John, Co-founders, Silizium Circuits and got some very interesting details...
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Regulars
Truly Innovative Electronics
Amongst numerous press releases of new products received by us, these are the ones we found worthy of the title Truly Innovative Electronics
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CIRCUIT IDEA: Musical Rain Alarm
A rain alarm, also known as a rain sensor or rain alarm system, is a device that can have various utilities depending on its design and intended use. Here are some common uses and benefits of a musical rain alarm
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Do-It-Yourself
PROJECT: Smart Home Automation System Using ESP8266 NodeMCU
IoT-based smart home automation lets homeowners control appliances conveniently from their smartphones and laptops. Appliances and lights frequently stay on unnecessarily, resulting in significant energy wastage
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PROJECT: Design Your Own Low Cost RISC-V System
Traditionally, the integration of microcontrollers into electronic devices has been a substantial contributor to the bill of materials (BoM) and, consequently, the overall cost of the product. Devices ranging from game pads and electronic controllers to sophisticated robotics often demand microcontrollers with low prices. This financial barrier has limited the accessibility of advanced technology to a broader audience
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Regulars
New Products
• Components & Chips
• Embedded
• Manufacturing Equipment
• Test & Measurement
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Research & Innovation Updates
• Universal metasurface antenna for high security 6G communications
• Budget-friendly silicon solar cells achieve 26.4% efficiency
• Synaptic transistor advances AI and energy-efficient computing
• UltraThin lithium anode boosts battery durability and performance
• Hydrogen based energy storage and fuel cells
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