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Understanding the Importance of Power Electronics in Electrified Transportation

Understanding the Importance of Power Electronics in Electrified Transportation

Learn about the different types of electrified vehicles and how power electronics play an essential role in their proliferation.


STMicroelectronics’ Debuts Isolated Gate Driver Aimed at SiC MOSFETS

STMicroelectronics’ Debuts Isolated Gate Driver Aimed at SiC MOSFETS

The new unit is a galvanically isolated gate driver that can sink and source up to 4 amps at voltages up to 26V.


Michigan Looks to Develop Wireless Charging Road for EVs

Michigan Looks to Develop Wireless Charging Road for EVs

Michigan leaders hope to develop an initiative that focuses on creating a road that allows electric vehicles to charge without stopping.


News Oct 24, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
SnapEDA Partners with Master Electronics and OnlineComponents to Help Engineers Design Electronics Faster

SnapEDA Partners with Master Electronics and OnlineComponents to Help Engineers Design Electronics Faster

Companies adding millions of SnapEDA CAD models to their platforms.


A New Discovery Could Help Solve the Problem of Overheating in Electronic Devices

A New Discovery Could Help Solve the Problem of Overheating in Electronic Devices

A research team of physicists at the University of Colorado Boulder found the reason behind the fast cooling of ultra-small heat sources when…


News Oct 22, 2021 by Ahmad Ezzeddine
Introduction to Transportation Electrification

Introduction to Transportation Electrification

This article provides an overview of the early adoption of vehicle electrification and the basics of electrifying transportation.


Taiwan Semi Introduces 2A LED Driver with 4.5-75V Input

Taiwan Semi Introduces 2A LED Driver with 4.5-75V Input

AEC-Q100 qualified, high efficiency driver for automotive and high-reliability DC input industrial and medical lighting; Hysteretic control…


All Things Power at Infineon’s OktoberTech Conference

All Things Power at Infineon’s OktoberTech Conference

Here’s what to look forward to at Infineon’s virtual conference tomorrow.


News Oct 20, 2021 by Hailey Stewart
Microchip Debuts a High-Precision Voltage Reference IC for Automotive Applications

Microchip Debuts a High-Precision Voltage Reference IC for Automotive Applications

The new AEC-Q100 qualified device offers high reliability and low drift over an extended temperature range.


Dissecting Electric Motor Malfunctions

Dissecting Electric Motor Malfunctions

Learn about the important electric motor parameters, such as voltage rating, acceleration time, overcycling, and insulation resistance, that should…


Infineon to Boost Investment in Semiconductor Technologies in the Year Ahead

Infineon to Boost Investment in Semiconductor Technologies in the Year Ahead

Chip giant Infineon is planning a significant boost to its investments in factory expansions over the next year.


News Oct 19, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
How Future Railway Converter Demands May Change Power Semiconductor Modules

How Future Railway Converter Demands May Change Power Semiconductor Modules

The increase of competitiveness, robustness and efficiency of future railway converters has demanded new power semiconductor modules. Converter…


Cree Rebrands to Wolfspeed and Lands Supply Agreement with GM

Cree Rebrands to Wolfspeed and Lands Supply Agreement with GM

North Carolina-based power device manufacturer Cree is refreshing its brand identity and signing a new supply deal with GM.


News Oct 18, 2021 by Shannon Cuthrell
From Graphene Composites to Wireless Sensors and EV Batteries

From Graphene Composites to Wireless Sensors and EV Batteries

Lyten introduces a Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S) battery for electric vehicles (EVs) and looks to steal the limelight away from lithium-ion batteries with…


What is an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM)?

What is an Electronically Commutated Motor (ECM)?

Learn about the three main components of an electronically commutated motor: a circuit board, an electronic control module, and a three-phase motor.


Brill Power Releases the First in a New Line of Intelligent Battery Management Systems

Brill Power Releases the First in a New Line of Intelligent Battery Management Systems

Brill Power launches its unique battery management system that is set to pave the way to more enhanced battery performance, safety, and improved…


News Oct 16, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
STMicroelectronics (ST) Unveils Automotive High-Side Drivers

STMicroelectronics (ST) Unveils Automotive High-Side Drivers

The new drivers feature digital current sensing and are designed for applications powered by 12V batteries.


Troubleshooting Electric Motor Power Circuits

Troubleshooting Electric Motor Power Circuits

The two major parts of a motor circuit are the motor power circuit and the motor control circuit. Learn some basic troubleshooting tips for these…


Pre-Switch Moves to New Location, Implements Plans for Future Technology

Pre-Switch Moves to New Location, Implements Plans for Future Technology

Pre-Switch expands its operations with its new headquarters in San Jose and plans to accelerate the application of its AI-based technology to areas…


News Oct 13, 2021 by Stephanie Leonida
Flex Announces the PKU4116HD Series, a 1/16th brick DC/DC Converter for RFPA and PoE applications

Flex Announces the PKU4116HD Series, a 1/16th brick DC/DC Converter for RFPA and PoE applications