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Electrically and Thermally Conductive Materials for Automotive Applications

Due to the significant upsurge of electronic content in automotive applications, there is an increased need for grounding, electric shielding, magnetic shielding, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) absorbers within the vehicle. This presentation by Action and 3M™ will review existing and next-generation electrically and thermally conductive materials for use in automotive applications.



Date: October 5, 2016
Time: 1 PM EDT (10 AM PDT / 7:00 PM CEST)
Duration: 1 hour
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Overview

The electronic content in automotive applications has significantly increased over the last 10 years and this trend will continue into the future. Electronic content now represents more than 30% of total vehicle cost. One of the major reasons this trend will continue is the increased use of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). Integrating ADAS with existing systems such as the engine control unit, remote keyless entry, airbag deployment, entertainment systems, electronic toll collection, and navigation systems - without creating EMC issues - is a challenge.

This presentation explains how to meet the challenge with 3M™ electrically conductive adhesives, metal foil shielding tapes, magnetic foils, and EMI absorber materials. Next-generation conductive tapes/adhesives and EMI absorber materials will also be covered, as many automotive electronic systems now operate at much higher frequencies than their predecessors. In addition to learning where and how these 3M™ products can be used - and the benefits gained - attendees will discover how these materials can be converted by Action - a 3M™ Preferred Converter - for easy application in automotive manufacturing.

Key Takeaways

  • Discover why ADAS and other new systems significantly increase EMC issues due to the greater number of systems and their closer proximity to each other
  • Understand why ADAS systems operate at much higher frequencies than existing systems, requiring material solutions that meet EMC requirements at such frequencies
  • Understand why electric vehicles need high thermally conductive materials for proper temperature control
  • Learn how die cut adhesives, foils, and EMI absorbers from Action - a 3M™ Preferred Converter - facilitates handling and application
  • Learn how 3M™ materials and the converting services provided by Action can help meet your design and sample needs

Speakers

Joel Peiffer, Advanced Engineering Specialist, 3M Company

An advanced engineering specialist for 3M's Electronic Materials Solutions Division, Joel Peiffer is responsible for electrically and thermally conductive materials for military/aerospace, consumer, computer, and automotive applications.

Dan Halonen, Senior Applications Engineer, 3M Company

3M Senior Applications Engineer Dan Halonen is the technical liaison between 3M and engineers at the major automotive manufacturers. He also works with the automotive Tiers and converters for 3M's industrial adhesives and tapes division.

Mike Kiley, Senior Account Specialist, 3M Company

Mike Kiley is a senior account specialist for 3M converter markets. In addition, Kiley has been with 3M's industrial, medical, and specialty vehicle markets.