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Achieving Accurate Sensing With Integrated Current Sensors

Achieving Accurate Sensing With Integrated Current Sensors

In this interview, Bodo drills down on how integrated current sensors enable accurate sensing in inverters and motor drives.


Siemens Rolls Out Multi-Discipline Simulation Tool for EV Designs

Siemens Rolls Out Multi-Discipline Simulation Tool for EV Designs

The software solution can predict e-machine performance, including axial flux electric drive units.


News Feb 23, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Do Electric Trucks and Airplanes Reduce Emissions?

Do Electric Trucks and Airplanes Reduce Emissions?

Research studies explore the benefits of electric trucks and airplanes on greenhouse gas emissions.


tech insights Feb 13, 2024 by Jake Hertz
High-Voltage Charger to Propel Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Demonstrator

High-Voltage Charger to Propel Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Demonstrator

A bidirectional mobile charging unit will serve high-power batteries in Pratt & Whitney’s upcoming hybrid-electric flight demonstrator.


News Feb 08, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
This is Nuts! Caterpillar Debuts Electrical Harvesting

This is Nuts! Caterpillar Debuts Electrical Harvesting

A partnership between Flory Industries and Caterpillar has led to the launch of a lithium-ion battery-driven electric powertrain for nut harvesting.


News Feb 02, 2024 by David Peterson
Discovering the Tech Inside Mesa’s First Electric Fire Truck

Discovering the Tech Inside Mesa’s First Electric Fire Truck

E-One’s fully battery-powered pumper truck can operate up to four hours on a single battery charge. 


ICS Performance Opens New Perspectives for System Design

ICS Performance Opens New Perspectives for System Design

Here are four reasons integrated current sensors should be considered where accurate control, efficiency, and protection are essential.


Reclaiming Rare Metals by Repurposing Used EV Motors

Reclaiming Rare Metals by Repurposing Used EV Motors

The REASSERT project from Fraunhofer Institute aims to create a more circular economy for used electric vehicle motors.


tech insights Jan 08, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Introduces Auto-Grade MOSFETs

Alpha and Omega Semiconductor Introduces Auto-Grade MOSFETs

Electric vehicles need components that can withstand extreme temperatures and harsh weather conditions. Alpha and Omega Semiconductor’s new…


new products Dec 29, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Power Innovation for Electric Vehicles: What to Expect in 2024

Power Innovation for Electric Vehicles: What to Expect in 2024

A look forward to some of the 2024 power product and innovation trends that will impact the design of electric vehicle powertrains, battery…


Ambarella Doubles Down on AI in Autonomous Driving Software Stack & SoC

Ambarella Doubles Down on AI in Autonomous Driving Software Stack & SoC

Ambarella has announced that it has co-developed a new neural network processing stack and chip family for AI computing in autonomous vehicles.


new products Dec 22, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Innovation Surrounds Growing EV Market in 2023

Innovation Surrounds Growing EV Market in 2023

A look back at some of the power products and innovations from 2023 that are impacting the design of EV powertrains, battery systems, and vehicle…


NXP, Applied EV Team Up for Software-Defined Vehicles

NXP, Applied EV Team Up for Software-Defined Vehicles

The two companies will focus on the joint development of electronics and software within vehicles. This article explains software-defined vehicles…


News Dec 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz
GM, Niron Magnetics Team Up for Sustainable EV Magnetics

GM, Niron Magnetics Team Up for Sustainable EV Magnetics

Niron’s Clean Earth Magnet has the potential to create truly sustainable electric vehicle motors. This article reviews the challenges in sourcing…


News Dec 04, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Securing the Supply of Electrical Steel in EV Motors

Securing the Supply of Electrical Steel in EV Motors

The unprecedented growth in the electric vehicle market has taxed supply chains in surprising ways, including shortages of crucial materials. U.S.…


News Dec 04, 2023 by John Nieman
Chip Resistor Designed for High-Voltage EV Applications

Chip Resistor Designed for High-Voltage EV Applications

The RVCA thick film, high-voltage chip resistor series from Stackpole Electronics is AEC-Q200 qualified and designed for the demanding requirements…


new products Dec 03, 2023 by Mike Falter
Choosing the Correct Current Value to Design Motor Circuits

Choosing the Correct Current Value to Design Motor Circuits

Learn about using the correct current values when designing and calculating motor circuits.


Advancing EVs With Chip Embedding and Driver Tech

Advancing EVs With Chip Embedding and Driver Tech

This article features the electrical results obtained by a half-bridge board, which synergistically combines three technologies–Infineon’s…


Optimization of GaN-Based Inverters for BLDC Motor Drives

Optimization of GaN-Based Inverters for BLDC Motor Drives

Gallium nitride (GaN) power devices allow an increase in the switching frequency of power converters and a reduction of the dead time; such…


Design Challenges and Considerations for Brushless DC Motors and Their Drives

Design Challenges and Considerations for Brushless DC Motors and Their Drives

Design Challenges and Considerations for Brushless DC Motors and Their Drives