More than ever, consumers have high expectations for home appliances. They demand sophisticated, feature-rich products that are reliable and easy to use. To meet these needs, developers of white goods need technology that provides:

Advanced motor control features for safe, quiet operation

• Green, power-efficient technology, as well as energy measurement and control through connectivity with smart metering networks
• Advanced human machine interface (HMI) support through touchscreen technology for a rich, easy user experience
• Flexible, compatible connectivity to integrate devices with the outside world
• Standards-based certification to enable reliable, high-quality solutions

Refrigeration — Power efficiency is key for refrigeration equipment. To meet today's green energy requirements, refrigerators and freezers must include support for global efficiency standards, as well as advanced communications for smart metering. The ASI intelligent, customizable microcontrollers provide flexible connectivity options and power efficient architectures that are an excellent fit for refrigeration applications.

Cooking — Cooking appliances such as stoves, microwave ovens, and conventional ovens, often require a combination of temperature and mass sensors, programmable timers, and sophisticated motor control for fan and other devices. Some include remote controls, and rich, responsive touch control interfaces are key for ease of use. ASI leading touch solutions and customizable microcontrollers are ideal for cooking appliances.

Washing — Washing machines require support for motor controls, water level and temperature sensing, and user interface components that can withstand harsh environments. Standards-based, secure connectivity is also a must for appliances that will connect to a home network. ASI offers a rich array of microcontrollers and touch screen solutions that can power today's advanced washing equipment.

Motor Control — Microcontrollers are more and more common in motor control applications and are replacing Application-Specific Standard Products (ASSP) and ASICs. Since microcontrollers feature embedded peripherals, they provide more flexibility and offer a better cost solution compared to other solutions.