NXP Unveils Versatile Automotive UWB IC

NXP proudly introduces the next generation of single-chip Ultra-Wideband (UWB) solutions under the Trimension TM NCJ29D6 Series, tailor-made for the automotive industry. This series seamlessly integrates precise positioning capabilities with short-range radar functions, providing a comprehensive solution for secure door unlocking, child detection, and gesture recognition, all within a unified system. Prominent automotive manufacturers have plans to integrate this innovative series into their new vehicle models around the year 2025.

As one of the most comprehensive UWB product lines tailored for the automotive sector, the new series includes the NCJ29D6B, designed specifically for automotive access control applications. It offers enhanced positioning performance, cost-efficiency, heightened security, and robust software support. The NCJ29D6A goes a step further by integrating positioning and short-range UWB radar functionalities into a single chip, also featuring a microcontroller unit (MCU), marking a groundbreaking achievement in automotive chip design.

This breakthrough empowers automotive manufacturers to achieve a multitude of functions through a single hardware platform, eliminating redundancy and streamlining costs, space, and weight. For instance, expanding features like child detection within a door unlocking system simplifies development and extends application capabilities through software upgrades, ultimately reducing overall ownership costs.

The NCJ29D6 Series has been meticulously designed to address the growing concerns surrounding physical and network security threats in modern vehicles. Its security performance exceeds the requirements set by the ISO 21434 standard. Furthermore, the chip supports standard-compliant UWB ranging protocols that can be seamlessly integrated into customer software platforms. This series serves as a valuable addition to NXP's comprehensive portfolio of connected car security solutions, poised to drive the intelligent upgrade of automotive electronics. Expect increasing interest in this cutting-edge technology in the coming years.