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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
10 Highlights From the EEPower/Bodo’s Alliance

10 Highlights From the EEPower/Bodo’s Alliance

From inductor circuits to SiC and GaN to Moore’s Law, check out these must-reads from EEPower’s exclusive partnership with Bodo’s Power Systems.


ROHM Releases LTspice Models for High-Voltage Devices

ROHM Releases LTspice Models for High-Voltage Devices

By adding models for its silicon carbide and IGBT devices, ROHM has expanded its library of LTspice models to more than 3,500, expanding circuit…


new products Dec 21, 2023 by Mike Falter
A Solution for Accurate High-Voltage Power Measurement

A Solution for Accurate High-Voltage Power Measurement

HIOKI’s high-voltage divider is an important addition to power measurement solutions.


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
Can Diamond Diodes Power High-Voltage Devices?

Can Diamond Diodes Power High-Voltage Devices?

An Illinois research team claims it has developed a diamond-based electronic device well-suited for high-power electronics.


tech insights Dec 10, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Estimating Virtual Semiconductor Diode Temperature Using Dynamic Thermal Impedance Curves

Estimating Virtual Semiconductor Diode Temperature Using Dynamic Thermal Impedance Curves

In applications like switched-mode power supplies, semiconductor devices often run in pulsed mode, not continuous waves. These devices might never…


MOSFET Innovations for Increasing the Power Density of Auto Electronics

MOSFET Innovations for Increasing the Power Density of Auto Electronics

Vehicle electrification reduces carbon footprints compared to traditional cars, but the increased electronics require more electrical power to…


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…


Power Products Deliver Innovation for Electric Vehicles

Power Products Deliver Innovation for Electric Vehicles

New power semiconductor, AC energy meter, and battery products target the growing EV market.   


new products Sep 23, 2023 by Mike Falter
NEC 2023 Basics: Sizing Equipment Grounding Conductors

NEC 2023 Basics: Sizing Equipment Grounding Conductors

Learn how to size equipment grounding conductors.


NEC 2023 Basics: Identifying Wire-Type Equipment Grounding Conductors

NEC 2023 Basics: Identifying Wire-Type Equipment Grounding Conductors

This article will help you identify wire-type equipment grounding conductors.


New Power Components for Automotive Applications Hit the Market

New Power Components for Automotive Applications Hit the Market

This article will examine recent news in the automotive component industry to see how companies are addressing the need for automotive-qualified…


new products Jul 23, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Partnering for the Safe Supply of Industrial Power Modules

Partnering for the Safe Supply of Industrial Power Modules

"Multiple sourcing” is desirable when designing a power converter. Semikron Danfoss and ROHM Semiconductor have added a fully compatible…


Powering a Green Future: Insights from Infineon’s Peter Wawer

Powering a Green Future: Insights from Infineon’s Peter Wawer

Dr. Peter Wawer brings insights from a distinguished career that has touched three unique major semiconductor technologies: silicon photovoltaics,…


Nexperia Adds Interactive Datasheets for MOSFET Selection

Nexperia Adds Interactive Datasheets for MOSFET Selection

Nexperia updates its MOSFET offerings with new datasheets allowing engineers to see devices respond to different voltages, temperatures, and other…


PCIM Europe 2023 Announces Young Talent Awards

PCIM Europe 2023 Announces Young Talent Awards

Three Best Paper Awards, a Young Researcher Award, and a Young Engineer Award are presented at Europe’s premier power electronic conference.


News May 12, 2023 by Kevin Clemens
Comparing Thermal Performance of Die-Attach Materials

Comparing Thermal Performance of Die-Attach Materials

Silver sintering and transient liquid phase soldering are replacement technologies for bonding using high reliability solder alloys. This article…


Driving and Protecting SiC MOSFETs: Specs and Standards

Driving and Protecting SiC MOSFETs: Specs and Standards

Although SiC MOSFETs offer many benefits, it took more than ten years for suppliers to consolidate and align specifications and standards. Today,…


Skyworks, Wolfspeed Team Up on Gate Driver Board Design

Skyworks, Wolfspeed Team Up on Gate Driver Board Design

Skyworks recently released an isolated gate driver board reference design that works with Wolfspeed’s 1700-volt SiC FETs. Offering better power…