In the home of the future, many different types of sensors will allow the owner and authorized users to activate several functions remotely. To avoid unauthorized users from accessing these systems and even gaining entry into the home, security must be designed in. At Sensors Expo 2019 in San Jose, Steve Hanna from Infineon who […]
Standards
Why are ISO 26262 and IEC 61508 important for sensors?
In automobiles, safety functions are increasingly implemented by electronics. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) developed ISO 26262 to enable the design of vehicle electronic systems that can prevent dangerous failures and control or minimize them if they occur. ISO 26262 is an automotive adaptation of the International Electrotechnical Commission’s (IEC’s) IEC 61508, an industrial […]