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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
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.


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
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
New Power FETs Deliver More Efficiency and Power Density

New Power FETs Deliver More Efficiency and Power Density

Infineon, Toshiba, Nexperia, and Navitas have released FETs offering higher integration levels, smaller form factors,  and more power density.


new products Aug 31, 2024 by Mike Falter
Examining IGBT Development Challenges

Examining IGBT Development Challenges

This article explores the challenges IGBT faces and the trends in IGBT technology development.


Boston Semi Enhances Zeus Handler for HV Gan, SiC Testing

Boston Semi Enhances Zeus Handler for HV Gan, SiC Testing

Boston Semi Equipment’s Zeus gravity feed test handler doubles the platform’s high-voltage testing capability to an industry-leading 24 kV peak…


new products Aug 18, 2024 by Mike Falter
Optimizing Energy Systems With Advanced DC-DC Converters

Optimizing Energy Systems With Advanced DC-DC Converters

Recent developments in DC-DC converters focus on improving power density, thermal management, and efficiency.


new products Aug 11, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Google-Backed Inverters Pave the Way for Smart(er) Grid

Google-Backed Inverters Pave the Way for Smart(er) Grid

CSIRO, Tapestry, and Google Australia have developed a smart inverter prototype to streamline renewable-to-grid communication.


News Jul 25, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Diamond in the Rough: Onsemi Unveils Next-Gen SiC MOSFETs

Diamond in the Rough: Onsemi Unveils Next-Gen SiC MOSFETs

Global energy demands are projected to soar over the next decade, making the need for increased power density in semiconductors paramount.


TI, Delta Supercharge EV Performance

TI, Delta Supercharge EV Performance

A Texas Instruments and Delta Electronics collaboration will deliver more efficient components, enabling faster onboard chargers.


News Jul 14, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Nexperia Invests $200M in WBG Semiconductors

Nexperia Invests $200M in WBG Semiconductors

Nexperia will expand research, development, and production capabilities for silicon carbide and gallium nitride devices at the company’s Hamburg…


News Jul 13, 2024 by Mike Falter
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…


Microchip Releases Chipset Solution for Designing Onboard EV Chargers

Microchip Releases Chipset Solution for Designing Onboard EV Chargers

The design on-board charger (OBC) chipset and accompanying white paper provide a trusted path forward for battery EV and plug-in hybrid vehicle…


News Jul 01, 2024 by Duane Benson
Infineon Targets AI Servers With Newly Added CoolSiC MOSFETs

Infineon Targets AI Servers With Newly Added CoolSiC MOSFETs

To meet the mounting power demands in data centers and AI servers, Infineon has revealed MOSFETs that improve efficiency at lower voltages.


Space-Saving WBG Devices Deliver Power, Efficiency

Space-Saving WBG Devices Deliver Power, Efficiency

The latest SiC and GaN devices offer superior performance for various applications, paving the way for the next wave of technological advancements.


Help or Hindrance? Navigating High-Voltage ICs for EVs

Help or Hindrance? Navigating High-Voltage ICs for EVs

Electric vehicles adopt high battery voltage to speed up charging times, extend range, and increase energy capture. Advanced integrated circuits…


tech insights Jun 20, 2024 by Jack Shaw
Infineon Fuses the Power of Si, SiC, and GaN in New PSUs

Infineon Fuses the Power of Si, SiC, and GaN in New PSUs

The series of power supply units, ranging from 3 kW to 12 kW, focuses on efficiency with the goal of decarbonizing AI server racks.


new products Jun 17, 2024 by Jake Hertz
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