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PI Introduces 1700V Switcher IC With More Than 99% Reliability

PI Introduces 1700V Switcher IC With More Than 99% Reliability

Power Integrations has upped its GaN game with InnoMux-2 IC, delivering more than 90% efficiency from a 1000 VDC bus and supplying up to 60 W from…


Variable Frequency Drives: Managing Network Outage Responses

Variable Frequency Drives: Managing Network Outage Responses

Even with the most reliable networks, network outages are inevitable for a host of reasons, and managing these outages in VFD systems becomes…


Selecting Motor Controllers

Selecting Motor Controllers

Learn how to select the right motor controller for your application.


Beyond Silicon: WBG GaN and SiC in Mature Markets

Beyond Silicon: WBG GaN and SiC in Mature Markets

GaN and SiC technologies are being deployed across legacy silicon applications. What have we learned so far, and what’s to come?


ST Adds New SiC MOSFETs to Power Next-Gen EV Powertrains

ST Adds New SiC MOSFETs to Power Next-Gen EV Powertrains

ST designed its newest STPower silicon carbide MOSFETs to improve efficiency, power density, and robustness for EV powertrains and charging circuits.


new products Oct 20, 2024 by Mike Falter
Solving Design Challenges With User-Programmable PMICs

Solving Design Challenges With User-Programmable PMICs

Working with user-programmable PMICs can be a new experience for engineers and advances in processor and field-programmable gate array technology…


Wolfspeed Releases HV SiC Power Module for Renewables, Utilities

Wolfspeed Releases HV SiC Power Module for Renewables, Utilities

The compact power modules reduce switching losses and are easily scalable.


NREL Lab Reaches for ‘APEX’ in Electronics Materials

NREL Lab Reaches for ‘APEX’ in Electronics Materials

A new research facility eyes scalable materials and manufacturing techniques for power electronics.


News Oct 09, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Improving Reverse Recovery Time With Trench MOS Structures

Improving Reverse Recovery Time With Trench MOS Structures

Trench MOS structures offer several benefits compared to traditional p-n junction solutions. Learn what they are here.


Enhancing Reliability and Compatibility With E-Mode GaNFETs

Enhancing Reliability and Compatibility With E-Mode GaNFETs

Integrating E-Mode GaNFETs with a GaN-based gate regulating circuit can significantly enhance the reliability and compatibility of gate driving for…


MOSFET Advances Sweep the Automotive Power Electronics Industry

MOSFET Advances Sweep the Automotive Power Electronics Industry

These advancements aim to reduce the footprint of MOSFETs while increasing power density and efficiency.


new products Oct 07, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Challenges of Bare Chip Dynamic Characterization

Challenges of Bare Chip Dynamic Characterization

Power semiconductors contain bare chips that must be characterized before being placed in a package or power module but several challenges must…


Reducing Transportation Sector Carbon Emissions With Power Modules

Reducing Transportation Sector Carbon Emissions With Power Modules

This article presents the latest developments in 3.3 kV SiC power modules.


Programmable Surge Current Tester for Power Semiconductors

Programmable Surge Current Tester for Power Semiconductors

The often cited I2t value describes a power semiconductor’s ability to withstand surge current events. However, the dependency on the current…


Next-Gen MOSFETs Target EV Speed and Durability

Next-Gen MOSFETs Target EV Speed and Durability

Navitas Semiconductor and Vishay are offering new MOSFETs for automotive and industrial use.


new products Sep 28, 2024 by Mike Falter
Remembering John B. Goodenough, Inventor of the Lithium-Ion Battery

Remembering John B. Goodenough, Inventor of the Lithium-Ion Battery

Dr. Goodenough received a Nobel Prize at the age of 97 for his contributions to making the Lithium-ion battery a reality.


News Sep 23, 2024 by Duane Benson
Addressing SiC MOSFET Packaging Complexities

Addressing SiC MOSFET Packaging Complexities

The growing prevalence of wide bandgap devices requires innovative advancements in packaging technology to fully harness the advantages of WBG…


Holistic Cost and Risk Management in Electronic Designs

Holistic Cost and Risk Management in Electronic Designs

The electronic design landscape is changing, and holistic cost and risk management could be the way to navigate the challenges and opportunities.


Upgraded Power Modules Improve Efficiency of Solar Power Generation

Upgraded Power Modules Improve Efficiency of Solar Power Generation

Onsemi’s upgraded silicon and silicon carbide F5BP Power Modules offer more power density and efficiency. 


new products Sep 15, 2024 by Mike Falter
Calculating Conductor Ampacity to Carry Motor Current

Calculating Conductor Ampacity to Carry Motor Current

Learn to compute the ampacity and size of circuit conductors for motors rated 1 kV or less.