오토모티브 Automotive

NFC 및 WPC용 오토모티브 솔루션

Our cars are no longer just a means of transportation. As our world becomes more connected, the technology in our vehicles is keeping pace -- cellular connectivity, automotive radar, Near Field Communication (NFC) and wireless power are now integrated into in high and mid-level vehicles.

Micropross works closely with both automotive component manufacturers, as well as automotive manufacturers to supply them with innovative and robust test solutions.

Automotive solutions for NFC test in R&D

NFC is critical technology for car makers as it enables major technology, such as keyless entry and effortless connection between your mobile phone and the audio system of the car by assisted Bluetooth pairing.

For keyless entry, the idea is to use a NFC-enabled mobile phone, or any other compatible device to replace the traditional mechanical key used to enter and start the car's engine. In this case, the NFC handset would operate in the card mode, and the car handle, in the reader/writer mode.

This functionality can be tested using the Micropross Contactless Test Station (CTS) and the MP500 TCL3 for design validation. Depending on the customer's requirement, we would recommend performing either ISO 10373-6 PCD analog and digital tests, or NFC Forum analog and digital protocol tests. Micropross also offers the MP007, used primarily as an external protocol analyser, so you can troubleshoot any NFC-related interoperability issues.

For NFC-assisted Bluetooth pairing, the mobile phone works as a reader/writer, and the audio system, as a tag. This functionality can also be tested using the Micropross Contactless Test Station (CTS) and the MP500 TCL3. Since the audio system would behave as a tag (NFC card mode), we would recommend the ISO 10373-6 PICC analog and digital, as well as the NFC Forum analog and digital test solution.

Automotive solutions for wireless power test in R&D

The benefit of embedding wireless power technology in cars is clear--when you can charge your mobile phone (or any compatible mobile device) while on the road, you ensure that you can stay connected throughout the day.

In this case, a wireless charger (base station) would be embedded in the interior of the car. The recommended Micropross solution for testing base stations is our Qi Low and Medium power transmitter test tool, which will ensure that your wireless charger operates as per the requirement of the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC). This solution includes specified tests such as the Foreign Object Detection (FOD), guaranteed power, and ensures adherence to the communication protocol.

Automotive manufacturing solutions for NFC and wireless power

Micropross has a proven record of working with car component manufacturers. This experience includes manufacturing test of NFC modules, wireless power modules, and combination modules (NFC+wireless power).

The experience gathered has been translated into a range of manufacturing test solutions, featuring rugged design and compatibility with automotive temperature requirements.