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Modular Multi-Level Converter Technology for Medium Voltage Applications

Modular Multi-Level Converter Technology for Medium Voltage Applications

This article introduces some of the technologies Amantys has developed to realise a full-power MMC converter for medium-voltage applications.


LED Drivers Used with Input Voltages Above and Below the Level of the LED String

LED Drivers Used with Input Voltages Above and Below the Level of the LED String

This article highlights Analog Devices Incorporated LTM8042 as can be easily configured in three topologies—boost, buck, and buck-boost—to meet…


Compound Semiconductor Industry Project Lands Funding from U.K. Government

Compound Semiconductor Industry Project Lands Funding from U.K. Government

A public-private R&D project focused on semiconductor manufacturing received £44 million in funding to expand the U.K.’s manufacturing…


News Jul 30, 2020 by Shannon Cuthrell
950V IGBT and Diode Technology Integrated in a Low Inductive ANPC Topology

950V IGBT and Diode Technology Integrated in a Low Inductive ANPC Topology

This article highlights Active Neutral-Point clamped (ANPC) topology. This combination brings the power density of 1500 VDC PV string inverter to…


AZUR SPACE Acquires ALLOS Semiconductors’ Power Electronics Business

AZUR SPACE Acquires ALLOS Semiconductors’ Power Electronics Business

AZUR SPACE utilizes the benefits of GaN-on-Sic Technology from ALLOS Semiconductor to stay competitive in the high power electronics market.


News Jul 29, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Buck Converters, AC-DC Converters, and DC-DC Converters

Buck Converters, AC-DC Converters, and DC-DC Converters

In this month’s power converters product recap we take a look at converters from Diodes Incorporated, Brightloop Converters and GaN Systems, EPC/…


EPC and Microchip Produce a 300W, 1/16th Brick DC-DC Converter for Data Centers

EPC and Microchip Produce a 300W, 1/16th Brick DC-DC Converter for Data Centers

Efficient Power Conversion (EPC) and Microchip have partnered to develop a 300W, 48-12V DC-DC converter demonstration board that was designed for…


Silicon Carbide Current-Limiting Devices

Silicon Carbide Current-Limiting Devices

This article highlights the drawbacks, advantages, and features of silicon carbide current-limiting devices.


New Cooling Metric for Li-ion Batteries Could Shift EV Performance

New Cooling Metric for Li-ion Batteries Could Shift EV Performance

Poor thermal management in battery packs can lead to lower efficiency and a quicker degradation of the cells within the packs. Imperial College…


News Jul 24, 2020 by Nicholas St. John
ROHM and LEADRIVE Partner and Create a Joint Laboratory for Developing and Testing SiC Technology

ROHM and LEADRIVE Partner and Create a Joint Laboratory for Developing and Testing SiC Technology

ROHM and LEADRIVE unite to develop next-generation SiC solutions for the electrical vehicle market and to promote world-wide market adoption of SiC…


News Jul 23, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida
Mitsubishi Acquires Plant from Sharp, Boosting EV Power Chip Production

Mitsubishi Acquires Plant from Sharp, Boosting EV Power Chip Production

The acquisition of a wafer manufacturing factory in Fukuyama, Japan, will allow Mitsubishi Electric to expand its power device business segment.


News Jul 22, 2020 by Shannon Cuthrell
BrightLoop Converters and GaN Systems Bring Power Electronics to the Road and Sky

BrightLoop Converters and GaN Systems Bring Power Electronics to the Road and Sky

This article highlights GaN Systems their strategic partnership with BrightLoop to develop the latest AC/DC and DC/DC Converter products for…


Radiation Performance of Enhancement-Mode GaN Power Devices

Radiation Performance of Enhancement-Mode GaN Power Devices

High Voltage Thyristors (SCRs) and Their Applications

High Voltage Thyristors (SCRs) and Their Applications

This article discusses WeEn Semiconductor's high voltage SCRs its applications and process technology.


EpiGaN Becomes Soitec Belgium, Branching Further into the Power Systems Space

EpiGaN Becomes Soitec Belgium, Branching Further into the Power Systems Space

Just over a year after acquiring Belgium-based Gallium Nitride materials company EpiGaN, Soitec is now repositioning the brand’s identity as it…


News Jul 21, 2020 by Shannon Cuthrell
High-speed Hybrid Modules for Fast Switching Applications

High-speed Hybrid Modules for Fast Switching Applications

This article discusses high-speed hybrid modules for fast switching applications and their improvements and features.


Ingeteam and Infineon Partner to Deliver 400kW DC Charger For EVs

Ingeteam and Infineon Partner to Deliver 400kW DC Charger For EVs

ON Semiconductor’s SiC Power Modules to Support Delta’s Solar PV Inverters

ON Semiconductor’s SiC Power Modules to Support Delta’s Solar PV Inverters

This article highlights ON Semiconductor NXH40B120MNQ family of full SiC power modules integrate a 1200 V, 40mΩ SiC MOSFET and 1200 V, 40 A SiC…


Intelligent Power Modules (IPMs): Concepts, Features, and Applications

Intelligent Power Modules (IPMs): Concepts, Features, and Applications

This article provides essential information on IPMs, which offer improved performance and simplified development for high-power switching…


VisIC and ZF Combine Forces to Develop Next Generation EV Drivelines

VisIC and ZF Combine Forces to Develop Next Generation EV Drivelines

VisIC Technologies and ZF Friedrichshafen AG partner to utilize innovative gallium nitride technology in the development of electric vehicle…


News Jul 15, 2020 by Stephanie Leonida