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Revolutionizing Circuit Protection With SiC JFETs

Revolutionizing Circuit Protection With SiC JFETs

Traditional circuit breakers have limitations, but advances have led to significant improvements.


Understanding the Thermal Behavior of SiC

Understanding the Thermal Behavior of SiC

One of SiC’s most important advantages in industrial designs is its ability to perform well at elevated temperatures without excessive carrier…


Transformer Crisis: Delays Slow Renewables Progress

Transformer Crisis: Delays Slow Renewables Progress

A transformer shortage impacts the entire energy industry, but renewable projects have been hardest hit. What are the causes, and how can renewable…


News Jul 16, 2024 by Devin Partida
Implementing Isolated Bidirectional Power Converters

Implementing Isolated Bidirectional Power Converters

This article explores the implementation of isolated and bidirectional DC-to-DC power transfer by adapting a dedicated digital controller to work…


Optimizing Battery Cell Manufacturing Processes

Optimizing Battery Cell Manufacturing Processes

This article reviews key factors in EV battery cell manufacturing, discusses best practices for yield enhancement, and examines ongoing technology…


Thermal Management: A Look at Junction Temp with Fiber Optic Sensors

Thermal Management: A Look at Junction Temp with Fiber Optic Sensors

Junction temperature is critical to determining the power cycling capability of power semiconductor devices. A new generation of fiber optical…


The Difference Between Ground and Neutral Conductors

The Difference Between Ground and Neutral Conductors

Learn about how the ground compares and contrasts with the neutral wire and why this wiring is important for safety in control cabinets and other…


Beat the Heat With SiC for Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps

Beat the Heat With SiC for Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps

This article will guide you through the technical considerations and practical applications of SiC discrete solutions and power modules in both…


EU Cracks Down on Standby Power: Meeting New 2025 Regulations

EU Cracks Down on Standby Power: Meeting New 2025 Regulations

Device manufacturers are compelled to design products that reduce standby power consumption within strict new limits, but this effort doesn't…


Switch-Mode Power Supplies: Optimizing Energy Use in Electronics

Switch-Mode Power Supplies: Optimizing Energy Use in Electronics

This article examines the considerations involved in selecting switch-mode power supplies.


Game Changers in SiC Power Device Performance and Reliability

Game Changers in SiC Power Device Performance and Reliability

SiC technology is crucial in driving the transition toward electric mobility and enhancing the efficiency of renewable energy systems. Despite…


WBG Meets Top-Side Cooling for Sustainable EV Power Conversion

WBG Meets Top-Side Cooling for Sustainable EV Power Conversion

Technologies like top-side cooling can help designers achieve high thermal performance and reduce assembly expenses in electric vehicles.


DC Power Supplies: To Ground or Not To Gound?

DC Power Supplies: To Ground or Not To Gound?

Should you connect a DC power supply to ground or not? The answer is not a straightforward yes or no. This article explores the benefits and…


Fixed-Ratio Converters Charge Up Efficiency Across Battery Lifecycle

Fixed-Ratio Converters Charge Up Efficiency Across Battery Lifecycle

The battery lifecycle is constrained by power conversion technology limitations, but fixed-ratio converter technology could change that.


Cosel Launches High-Efficiency AC/DC Power Supply

Cosel Launches High-Efficiency AC/DC Power Supply

Cosel has unveiled a 3.5 kW low-profile, 3-phase AC/DC power supply designed for industrial equipment.


new products Jun 22, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Determining Semiconductor Chip Temperature

Determining Semiconductor Chip Temperature

Determining a power semiconductor’s temperature is no easy task—but it is so important.


Rethinking Soft-Switching Efficiency With Silicon Carbide

Rethinking Soft-Switching Efficiency With Silicon Carbide

This article examines how silicon carbide differs from silicon, and how circuit techniques such as soft switching can be optimized beyond what is…


Troubleshooting TRIAC Outputs For PLC AC Modules

Troubleshooting TRIAC Outputs For PLC AC Modules

When troubleshooting AC outputs driven by TRIACs, some confusing meter readings can result from the solid state properties of a series circuit. In…


From Efficiency Gains to Faster Designs: Highlights from PCIM

From Efficiency Gains to Faster Designs: Highlights from PCIM

PCIM 2024 displayed innovations to advance the power electronics industry, and EEPower was there. We share the highlights in Part 2 of our onsite…


News Jun 16, 2024 by Kevin Clemens
SiC, GaN, MOSFETs and More: PCIM 2024 Is a Wrap

SiC, GaN, MOSFETs and More: PCIM 2024 Is a Wrap

This is the first in a two-part round-up reviewing the innovations announced at PCIM 2024. EEPower was onsite to learn about the latest power…


News Jun 15, 2024 by Kevin Clemens