Latest Magnetics Articles

Texas Instruments’ Bias Supply Module is Aimed at EV Applications

The isolated, 1.5W DC/DC device employs a tiny internal planar transformer to cut power solution sizes in half for EVS and HEVs.

Improving Power Magnetics for High-Frequency Applications

Increasing operation frequencies require an improvement of magnetic power materials and their design process, especially regarding loss determination.

HEVO and ORNL Plan for 300KW Automated Wireless Vehicle Charging Solution

Is a hands-free electric vehicle (EV) charging in the midst? The U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has licensed a…

Advanced Validation of Magnetics for High Power and Energy Applications

Analytical models regarding magnetic components` performance, cored with discrete distributed multi gapped design, are far away from satisfied,…

Flywheel Energy Storage System Basics

Gowanda Electronics Launches New Non-Magnetic RF Inductor Series

Series Ideal for Medical Imaging and other Magnetic-Sensitive Applications.

Würth Elektronik Extends its MagI³C-FDSM-36-V Family with a 12V Output Voltage Version

Power Modules Replace L78x Linear Regulators.

Understanding the Different Properties of Diamagnetic, Paramagnetic, and Ferromagnetic Materials

This article shares how magnetic molecular theory plays a role in electricity and power generation.

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…

STMicro Looks to Boost Wireless Charging Growth with New Authentification Solution

STMicroelectronics introduces its STSAFE secure elements to help consumers in the wireless charging market protect their products by authenticating…

An Overview of Radiated Emissions

Part 1 of this series on radiated emissions demystifies the generation and propagation of radiated electromagnetic interferences, providing an…

“Ultra-sensitive” Magnetic Detecting Device Research Could Open the Door for New Application Areas

Researchers from Brown University have developed a cheap, accurate, and highly sensitive magnetic sensing device.

Toshiba Unveils Photovoltaic-Output Optocoupler For Solid State Relays

The new electrically isolated device features the high open voltage needed to drive power MOSFETS

Superconducting Wires Make Contactless High Performance Power Transmission Possible

Utilizing superconducting materials, a team of physicists were able to create a wireless charging coil capable of contactless charging up to 5kW…

Basic Inductance Principles in Transformers

Transformers are critical components used in power distribution systems. Learn the principles of transformer operation and inductance through this…

Chokes from SMP for Medical Applications Offer Low Loss and Low Noise

This article highlights SMP chokes for medical technology applications in which these inductive components are used in Magnetic Resonance Imaging…

Five Ways to Reduce Harmonics in Circuits and Power Distribution Systems

There are several ways to reduce the problems of harmonics in a circuit or power distribution system. A K-rated transformer is designed to…

SEMIKRON and Silicon Mobility Collaborate on a 24V to 96V Inverter Platform

The combined inverter platform delivers up to 50kW for automotive battery powered vehicles and for industrial off-road vehicles.