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Transformer Core Design and Cooling Classes

Transformer Core Design and Cooling Classes

Two key transformer design parameters are the type of core and the type of cooling. Common types of cooling include dry and oil-immersed…


Utilizing Totem-Pole Bridgeless PFCs

Utilizing Totem-Pole Bridgeless PFCs

This article highlights ICERGi low-cost control and drive ICs simplifying totem-pole bridgeless PFC designs.


STMicroelectronics and Arrival Partner on Next-Generation Electric Vehicles Technologies

STMicroelectronics and Arrival Partner on Next-Generation Electric Vehicles Technologies

STMicroelectronics has announced a new collaboration with electric vehicles (EVs) manufacturer Arrival.


KIT Looks to Optimize Large Scale Production of Li-Ion Batteries with Automatic Error Detection

KIT Looks to Optimize Large Scale Production of Li-Ion Batteries with Automatic Error Detection

The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology is using automatic error detection to produce high-quality lithium-ion batteries. The process is implemented…


News Jul 16, 2021 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
What is Transformer Overcurrent Protection?

What is Transformer Overcurrent Protection?

Most electrical devices require overcurrent protection and transformers are no exception. Transformer overcurrent protection is required to protect…


Porsche to Invest in Battery Cell Factory

Porsche to Invest in Battery Cell Factory

Porsche is scaling its high-performance battery cell production through a new joint venture.


News Jul 12, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
Understanding the Operation and Applications of Variable Transformers

Understanding the Operation and Applications of Variable Transformers

A variable transformer is a transformer that allows for fine adjustments to the output voltage. A typical variable transformer can be adjusted from…


Researchers Discover a Method to Measure Electric Fields Inside Semiconductor Devices

Researchers Discover a Method to Measure Electric Fields Inside Semiconductor Devices

Researchers at the University of Bristol discovered a method to quantify electric fields with a semiconductor device which would lead to the…


News Jul 08, 2021 by Darshil Patel
Toshiba Announces a New Photovoltaic-Output Photocoupler

Toshiba Announces a New Photovoltaic-Output Photocoupler

A photovoltaic coupler, such as the new TLP3910, is a photorelay that contains the optical elements but not the MOSFET that performs the…


Overcurrent Protection, Grounding, and Applications for Control Transformers

Overcurrent Protection, Grounding, and Applications for Control Transformers

Learn about how control transformers are used in overcurrent protection and grounding.


Control Transformer Operation and Sizing

Control Transformer Operation and Sizing

There are several special types of transformers that are similar to the more common types of transformers but have special features for particular…


Dissecting the GaN ePower Stage IC-Based Inverter for Battery-Powered Motor Drive Applications

Dissecting the GaN ePower Stage IC-Based Inverter for Battery-Powered Motor Drive Applications

This article highlights EPC discrete eGaN FETs and Integrated Circuit ePower™ stages.


COSEL Announces 300% Peak Power Open-Frame Power Supplies for Medical and Industrial Applications

COSEL Announces 300% Peak Power Open-Frame Power Supplies for Medical and Industrial Applications

The AEA600F layout is optimized for free-air convection making it ideal for use in equipment being operated in low noise environments.


An Introduction to Microgrid Energy Management Systems

An Introduction to Microgrid Energy Management Systems

This article highlights the growth of microgrids and the components of these systems.


Varta and Allgäu Batterie Partner for Lithium-Ion Battery Packs

Varta and Allgäu Batterie Partner for Lithium-Ion Battery Packs

VARTA and Allgäu Batterie work together to enhance the production and supply of application-specific configurable lithium-ion battery packs for…


News Jul 04, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Flex Power Introduces 2nd Generation Direct Conversion DC/DC for Data Centers

Flex Power Introduces 2nd Generation Direct Conversion DC/DC for Data Centers

This article highlights Flex Power Modules that introduces the BMR482, its second generation of direct conversion isolated DC/DC converter.


Electrical Safety Code and Standards

Electrical Safety Code and Standards

This article highlights andividuals working on electrical circuits must use proper safety measures and personal protective equipment.


A New Way to Power Chemical Reactions

A New Way to Power Chemical Reactions

New research from MIT discovered a new way where exothermic solvent absorption could be effectively converted into a usable electric potential…


News Jul 02, 2021 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
ROHM Debuts a DC/DC Converter IC with a Built-In 1700-Volt SiC MOSFET

ROHM Debuts a DC/DC Converter IC with a Built-In 1700-Volt SiC MOSFET

The surface mounted units are housed in TO 263-7L package and deliver up to 48 watts with no heatsink required


Small Power IPMs for High Integration Demand

Small Power IPMs for High Integration Demand