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Automotive & mobility applications

Sensing solutions for precision, reliability, and stability for ADAS, vehicle dynamics, and next-generation mobility

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Automotive-qualified sensors engineered for safety-critical mobility applications

TDK’s portfolio supports next-generation automotive and mobility systems with a broad range of sensing technologies. From steering and braking to electrified powertrains, ADAS, and in-cabin experiences, our solutions help enable safer, more efficient, and more intelligent mobility across passenger vehicles, two-wheelers, and e-bikes.

Designed to meet the most demanding automotive standards, our solutions perform consistently across wide temperature ranges, harsh vibration environments, and long operational lifetimes

Discover the TDK advantage in automotive and mobility

Engineered for reliability, precision, and performance across the next generation of automotive and mobility systems

Automotive-grade reliability

Reliable performance for all automotive applications up to safety-critical systems

Broad sensing portfolio

Motion, magnetic, current & temperature sensing

Electrification ready

Optimized for e-motors, inverters, and batteries. Including battery shock detection.

High precision

Accurate sensing for control & safety functions

Rugged and robust

Designed for harsh environments

System know-how

Application expertise across mobility platforms

Automotive-grade reliability

Reliable performance for all automotive applications up to safety-critical systems

Broad sensing portfolio

Motion, magnetic, current & temperature sensing

Electrification ready

Optimized for e-motors, inverters, and batteries. Including battery shock detection.

High precision

Accurate sensing for control & safety functions

Rugged and robust

Designed for harsh environments

System know-how

Application expertise across mobility platforms

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SmartAutomotive™ by InvenSense

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Explore our automotive & mobility applications

TDK sensing technologies support critical automotive and mobility functions across the vehicle

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Safety systems

Motion sensing for vehicle stability and safety functions

Automotive-grade 6-axis motion sensors provide essential motion data for ADAS, headlight leveling, dead reckoning, vehicle dynamics monitoring, and airbag control units.

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In-cabin applications

Sensing solutions for enhanced driver experience

6-axis motion sensors enable precise motion tracking for augmented reality head-up displays, positioning systems, smart door controls, and electronic mirror stabilization.

Integrated Chassis Systems

Precision sensing for vehicle control and stability

Magnetic and motion sensing technologies enhance vehicle control across steering, braking, and stability systems, supporting electric power steering, electronic braking systems, stability control units, and active suspension platforms.

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Integrated power

Sensing solutions for electrified drivetrain systems

Advanced current and magnetic sensing technologies enable efficient inverter control and electrified drivetrain performance across EV traction inverters, on-board chargers, DC-DC converters, and integrated e-axle systems.

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Human Machine Interface (HMI)

Reliable sensing for driver input detection

Stray-field immune magnetic sensing solutions delivering accurate and reliable driver input detection. Supports accelerator and brake pedals, shift-by-wire systems, and electronic actuation modules.

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Thermal management systems

Sensing solutions for efficient thermal control

Integrated sensing and motor control technologies optimize thermal performance and system protection in coolant pumps, battery cooling systems, HVAC actuators, grille shutter actuators, and thermal control valves.

Chassis & body systems

Position and proximity sensing for vehicle systems

Magnetic and position sensing technologies support closures, seat systems, and body electronics requiring accurate position detection and reliable operation.

E-bikes & micromobility

Sensing solutions for lightweight electric mobility

Motion and magnetic sensing technologies enable motor control, rider input detection, safety functions, and performance optimization in e-bikes and micromobility platforms.