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Trench Schottky Rectifiers Reduce Trade-Offs and Deliver Increased Performance

Trench Schottky Rectifiers Reduce Trade-Offs and Deliver Increased Performance

Schottky diodes feature a low forward voltage drop and high switching speed suiting them to a wide variety of applications, such as a boost diode…


Utilizing Electrified Powertrains in Electrified Transportation

Utilizing Electrified Powertrains in Electrified Transportation

In conventional powertrains, the engine is the only source of power. Electric powertrains add an additional electric power path that helps in…


Moving from IGBT to SiC: PFC Efficiency

Moving from IGBT to SiC: PFC Efficiency

The continuing worldwide efforts to reduce carbon emissions have driven the growth in interest in electric vehicles (EV). As a result, the demand…


Reading Ohmmeter Resistance Measurements

Reading Ohmmeter Resistance Measurements

Ohmmeter resistance measurements are taken to determine the resistance of de-energized (having all power OFF) components or circuits. Analog…


ROHM Forms New Joint Venture for SiC Power Devices

ROHM Forms New Joint Venture for SiC Power Devices

Japanese electronic components manufacturer ROHM is forming a new joint venture to head its SiC power module business.


News Nov 09, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
Ford and Toyota Reveal EV Expansion Plans

Ford and Toyota Reveal EV Expansion Plans

Auto giants Ford and Toyota recently unveiled plans to make significant headway in the electric vehicle market.


News Nov 08, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
Energy Storage Systems in Electrified Transportation

Energy Storage Systems in Electrified Transportation

This article explains how battery packs utilize an energy management system for protection, control, and estimation.


MAHLE Showcases a New Lithium-Carbon Battery for EVs

MAHLE Showcases a New Lithium-Carbon Battery for EVs

MAHLE, an international developer in electric vehicles (EVs) and fuel cell solutions, brings a new EV battery concept to the renewable energy table…


Solid Power Releases Safety and Performance Data for its High-Content Silicon Cell

Solid Power Releases Safety and Performance Data for its High-Content Silicon Cell

Solid Power, a leading developer company of all-solid-state batteries, recently unveiled a report containing its new battery’s performance and…


News Nov 05, 2021 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
Allegro Debuts a 3-Phase Gate Driver IC Purposed to Reduce EV Noise Levels

Allegro Debuts a 3-Phase Gate Driver IC Purposed to Reduce EV Noise Levels

The new unit is aimed at sensorless, brushless DC (BLDC) motors operating over a 5V to 50V voltage range.


Stellantis and LG Energy Solution to Partner on Lithium-Ion Battery Production

Stellantis and LG Energy Solution to Partner on Lithium-Ion Battery Production

Automakers Stellantis and LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced they will create a joint venture aimed at producing lithium-ion batteries in North…


Researchers Continue Development on a Method for Obtaining Lithium from Seawater

Researchers Continue Development on a Method for Obtaining Lithium from Seawater

At the University of Chicago, researchers continue to develop a new electrode that could one day be used on a larger scale to extract lithium more…


News Nov 02, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Continuity Tester Operations and Measurement Procedures

Continuity Tester Operations and Measurement Procedures

A continuity tester is an instrument that checks for a complete path for current to flow.


Toshiba Unveils New Simulation Technology Accu-ROM to Reduce Semiconductor Verification Time

Toshiba Unveils New Simulation Technology Accu-ROM to Reduce Semiconductor Verification Time

Toshiba has recently developed a new model-based development (MBD) simulation technology that can reportedly reduce verification times for…


Pickering Introduces PXI/PXIe-Based Multi-Cell Battery Simulator Modules

Pickering Introduces PXI/PXIe-Based Multi-Cell Battery Simulator Modules

The new products occupy a single PXI slot and are tasked with the testing and validation of battery management systems.


PREMO Expands its 3DP-Series of High-Power Integrated Magnetic Components for Automotive Power Converters

PREMO Expands its 3DP-Series of High-Power Integrated Magnetic Components for Automotive Power Converters

This disruptive patented solution has been designed to increase power density (decreasing power magnetic required volume), combining 2 or 3…


GM Invests in EV Battery Facility

GM Invests in EV Battery Facility

General Motors is adding a new battery cell research and development facility to further its electric vehicle expansion.


News Oct 27, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
Foxconn Unveils Three New Self-Developed Electric Vehicle Models

Foxconn Unveils Three New Self-Developed Electric Vehicle Models

Smart manufacturing giant Foxconn (also known as Hon Hai) has unveiled three new self-developed electric vehicle (EV) models: the Model C…


Allegro Unveils 3-Phase Gate Driver For EV and Hybrid Cars

Allegro Unveils 3-Phase Gate Driver For EV and Hybrid Cars

Allegro MicroSystems's A89307 offers ultra-low noise and vibration by using a Field Oriented Control (FOC) algorithm to drive continuous…


ABB Announces its Latest EV Charging Technology is the Fastest in the World

ABB Announces its Latest EV Charging Technology is the Fastest in the World

ABB’s latest EV charger has claims to take the throne for the world’s fastest charger, the Terra 360.