Automotive RA Service
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Scope of Verification for Automotive Electronic Components |
Automotive electronic components mainly follow the verification standards established by the Automotive Electronics Council (AEC). There are six standards, including the AEC-Q100 (Integrated Circuits), the AEC-Q101 (Discrete Semiconductors), the AEC-Q102 (Optoelectronic Semiconductors), the AEC-Q103 (MEMS Devices), the AEC-Q104 (Multichip Module) and the AEC-Q200 (Passive Components).
The AEC was founded in America by Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors (GM) in 1994. Now members include major auto makers all around the world as well as automotive electronics and semiconductor manufacturers. At first glance, the specifications for automotive electronics seem stricter than those for other components. However, in truth, these verifications still use common international standards such as the JEDEC and the MIL-STD as their main reference with some additional specifications such as IC Electromagnetic Compatibility (IC EMC), integrated circuit board reliability, etc.
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The Verification Process for Automotive Electronic Components |
The vehicle verification process includes Die Design, Wafer Manufacturing, component packaging, electrical testing and reliability testing, etc. Each stage has its own rigorous verification specifications. The table below shows the active component AEC-Q100 verification process.
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Although the AEC targets three major categories: active components, discrete semiconductor components, and passive components, automotive components also include terminal connectors, printed circuit boards, wires, mechanical parts, etc. The verification processes for such parts are usually defined by the user companies for their suppliers to follow.
These automotive components are mainly concentrated in the engine and seating areas. The basic temperature tolerance requirements for various components are different, so the recommended specifications for temperature tests also differ. Among these parts, LED components are unique because they have a relatively narrow temperature tolerance range.
In addition to the traditional product life test for automotive electronics, product structure and packaging quality are included in the test scope. For example, to take into consideration the risks of the Cavity Package structure, one might incorporate vibration and drop tests. Automotive electronics emphasize the concept of Family. When dealing with commonality component groups, the number of tests or test content can be simplified. In addition, it should be noted that the AEC only provides test suggestions. It does not handle review or approval, and all test results are self-declared. However, confirming specifications with customers or users first is recommended.
Automotive electronic components are not easily adopted and have a long certification lead time. Although Taiwan is an important hub for IC design, the proportion of electronic parts to automobiles in the world is still low. MA-tek’s Reliability Laboratory recruits industry experts to provide professional, integrated services for vehicle parts verifications as well as related education and training. We expect to help our customers complete the verification process quickly and correctly.
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The world‘s first third-party analysis and testing laboratory to pass ISO/IEC 15408 certification |
Information technology security assessment criteria ISO/IEC 15408, a collection of European and American information security technical criteria (originated from the military), Gradually developed into an international standard for global information security technology.
At present, through the CC mutual recognition mechanism (CCRA, Common Criteria Recognition Arrangement), each member country Recognition of laboratory capabilities, assessment results and certification security level.
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Materials Analysis Technology Inc. (MA-tek) is the world‘s first third-party analysis and testing laboratory to pass ISO/IEC 15408 EAL6 certification.
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MA-tek is a third-party analytical and testing laboratory covering semiconductor materials, electronics, and electron. There are 16 service laboratories around the world. Among them, the Jinshan laboratory in the Science Park mainly provides new products and new manufacturing processes for electronic components in various industries. , The reliability test and verification service of new technology, in just 10 months, officially passed the German Federal Office for information security (Germany Federal Office for information security, BSI) ISO/IEC 15408 CC EAL6 information security site in September 2020 Certification (Site security Certification) is the world's first analytical testing laboratory to pass ISO/IEC 15408 EAL6 certification .
In the future, MA-tek can directly contract the security products , like as Smart card related products and systems, Chip, operating system, application system, card reader, Network-related security products and systems, Firewall, wireless network card, wireless access point, trusted platform module (TPM),public key infrastructure (PKI),Virtual Private Network (VPN), Intrusion Detection/Protection System (IDS/IPS), etc., and provide technical analysis and reliability testing requirements of customers' information security product Qualification.
Significantly reduce the client's certification burden and audit business, and effectively reduce the resource costs of both parties.
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