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Pushing GaN FET Performance With Copper Clip Packaging

Pushing GaN FET Performance With Copper Clip Packaging

This article reviews GaN FET technologies and topologies and how GaN FET performance can reach the next level.


Next-Gen GaN FETs for Intermediate 48V to 12V Conversion

Next-Gen GaN FETs for Intermediate 48V to 12V Conversion

A new generation of GaN devices pushes the envelope in terms of efficiency, power density, and response.


Comparing N-Channel and P-Channel MOSFETs

Comparing N-Channel and P-Channel MOSFETs

This article compares n-channel and p-channel power MOSFETs, introduces Littelfuse’s p-channel power MOSFETs, and explores target applications.


Inverter Efficiency: Navigating Measurement Challenges in SiC- and GaN-Driven Systems

Inverter Efficiency: Navigating Measurement Challenges in SiC- and GaN-Driven Systems

If your power inverter measurements show an efficiency of more than 100%, or the measured values sound too good to be true, it could mean you found…


Solving Power System Design Challenges With Point of Load DC/DC Converters

Solving Power System Design Challenges With Point of Load DC/DC Converters

In the quest for improved power supply efficiency, size, speed, and cost, the power supply architecture has evolved.


Medical Converters for Healthy Batteries

Medical Converters for Healthy Batteries

Rechargeable batteries have been used for decades to store electrical energy. Maintenance-free AGM or EFP batteries not only make usage easier and…


Longest Land, Subsea Interconnector Will Transform Renewable Energy Sharing

Longest Land, Subsea Interconnector Will Transform Renewable Energy Sharing

The Viking Link, the longest interconnector traversing both land and sea, will help Denmark and the U.K. share renewable energy economies, lower…


News Jan 15, 2024 by John Nieman
U.S. Grid Operators Behind in Deploying HVDC Technology

U.S. Grid Operators Behind in Deploying HVDC Technology

A European report outlines strategies to assist North American grid engineers in implementing high-voltage direct current transmission.


tech insights Nov 21, 2023 by Zac Amos
Beaming Down: Capturing Solar Power From Space

Beaming Down: Capturing Solar Power From Space

It might be time to think more seriously about beaming solar energy from orbiting power stations. Several organizations are already working on the…


NEC Basics: Solidly Grounded, Service-Supplied AC Systems Above 1 kV

NEC Basics: Solidly Grounded, Service-Supplied AC Systems Above 1 kV

Learn about single-point and multi-grounded neutrals and service-supplied AC systems above 1 kV.


HVDC Transmission Expansions in Japan, US

HVDC Transmission Expansions in Japan, US

A pair of high-voltage direct current transmission projects are coming to Japan and the U.S., while the DOE funds other HVDC innovations.


News Oct 17, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Using WBG Switches to Reduce Motor Drive System Losses

Using WBG Switches to Reduce Motor Drive System Losses

An experimental approach to investigate the impact of higher switching frequencies on the inverter and motor efficiency using SiC and GaN


Characterizing Parasitic Components in Power Converters

Characterizing Parasitic Components in Power Converters

This article introduces and explains parasitics in passive components like capacitors, inductors,…


Realizing Power-Saving Analog-to-Digital Conversion for Highly Accurate Measurements

Realizing Power-Saving Analog-to-Digital Conversion for Highly Accurate Measurements

This article presents a low-power analog-to-digital converter (ADC) solution for high-precision measurement applications.


What’s New in DC/DC Converters

What’s New in DC/DC Converters

These DC/DC converters aim to bring reliability and efficiency to different verticals.


new products Jul 22, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Powering the Control of Modern Energy Systems

Powering the Control of Modern Energy Systems

Reducing CO₂ emissions has become a worldwide goal and led to the research and development of many new technologies. This article examines the…


Variable DC-Link Voltage LLC Resonant DC/DC Converter using GaN HEMTs and SiC Diodes

Variable DC-Link Voltage LLC Resonant DC/DC Converter using GaN HEMTs and SiC Diodes

As the demand for efficient DC/DC converters continues to rise, this article examines LLC resonant converters.


Improving Performance With Monolithic GaN Integration While Reducing Size, Cost

Improving Performance With Monolithic GaN Integration While Reducing Size, Cost

This article will examine the advantages of gallium nitride heterojunction field effect power transistors in the 15 V to 350 V range in…


DC/DC Converters for Industrial Applications

DC/DC Converters for Industrial Applications

Electronic components are designed and manufactured with specific performance characteristics tailored to target applications based on how harsh…


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