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Examining Fuel Cells for Transportation

Examining Fuel Cells for Transportation

Fuel cells are an increasingly attractive option in transportation, offering an alternative to fossil fuels and helping reduce greenhouse gas…


The Power Module That Stabilizes the Grid

The Power Module That Stabilizes the Grid

Maintaining a stable grid frequency is more important than ever, and demand for energy storage devices is growing. A crucial element of an…


Solving SiC Power Component Size Challenges in xEV Inverters

Solving SiC Power Component Size Challenges in xEV Inverters

Silicon carbide power components are increasingly popular in electrical drive systems, but achieving low losses in a compact size can be difficult.


SiC Wafer & Epitaxy Advances Enable Affordable Power Semiconductors

SiC Wafer & Epitaxy Advances Enable Affordable Power Semiconductors

Improvements in SiC wafering and epitaxy manufacturing challenges are delivering affordable, high-efficiency power semiconductors.


A Quiet Switch-Mode Power Supply for Noise-Sensitive Devices

A Quiet Switch-Mode Power Supply for Noise-Sensitive Devices

Historically, switch-mode power supplies have been too noisy for noise-sensitive A/D converters, requiring a separate LDO regulator. Recent…


Power Stack Reference Design for Inverter-Based Resources

Power Stack Reference Design for Inverter-Based Resources

This article examines the reference design of a power stack designed by electrothermal simulation and presents the experimental results supporting…


Improving Current Collection With Digital Current Collector Devices

Improving Current Collection With Digital Current Collector Devices

The third rail is just as essential for subways and metros as the overhead wire is for long-distance and high-speed trains since both supply…


3 Types of Photovoltaic Systems

3 Types of Photovoltaic Systems

This article highlights the applications, features, and functionality of three types of PV systems: day-use-only, DC with storage, and DC powering…


Locating the Disconnecting Means on a Motor Branch Circuit

Locating the Disconnecting Means on a Motor Branch Circuit

Learn to locate the controller and local motor disconnecting means in a motor branch circuit.


Comparing Carrier-Based PWM Techniques in High-Voltage Inverters

Comparing Carrier-Based PWM Techniques in High-Voltage Inverters

This article explores the potential of carrier-based pulse width modulation techniques such as sawtooth, triangular, and sinusoidal, and examines…


Designing Robust SiC Power Devices in Extreme Thermal Conditions

Designing Robust SiC Power Devices in Extreme Thermal Conditions

High power densities lead to high operating temperatures, but what does this mean for SiC MOSFETs regarding critical parameters like VGS(th),…


Bipolar Power Module Packaging Improvements

Bipolar Power Module Packaging Improvements

Bipolar modules remain a robust and cost-effective solution for industrial line-frequency applications. While the basic operation of such circuits…


The Crucial Role of Si IGBTs in Automotive

The Crucial Role of Si IGBTs in Automotive

As the automotive industry shifts to higher-voltage architectures for electric vehicles, silicon IGBTs remain crucial for applications requiring…


Storage Inductors for Energy-Efficient Applications

Storage Inductors for Energy-Efficient Applications

This article examines storage inductors and how to calculate losses using different models.


Meeting AI Demands With SiC and GaN Power Supplies

Meeting AI Demands With SiC and GaN Power Supplies

New architectures and AC-DC distribution configurations are increasing demand for data center rack and PSU power, necessitating more processing…


What Are ‘Eddy Currents’ and Why Do They Matter to Motors?

What Are ‘Eddy Currents’ and Why Do They Matter to Motors?

Electromagnetic devices like motors and transformers rely on electric currents that drive magnetic fields which, in turn, can drive current on…


EVs, GaN, SiC, AI, ICs: 2024 Was All About the Acronyms

EVs, GaN, SiC, AI, ICs: 2024 Was All About the Acronyms

EEPower’s collaboration with Bodo's Power Systems has yielded a wealth of technical articles addressing critical industry trends and…


From Motors to Transformers: EEPower’s 7 Best Tech Articles 2024

From Motors to Transformers: EEPower’s 7 Best Tech Articles 2024

Included in our top picks are motors, voltage, transformers, and harmonics. Bonus videos below.


Using Coupled Inductors To Increase Power Density in DC-DC Apps

Using Coupled Inductors To Increase Power Density in DC-DC Apps

This article examines an enhancement to traditional buck topology in 48 V distribution in data centers and communication applications.


Addressing Automotive LED Design Challenges

Addressing Automotive LED Design Challenges

Light-emitting diodes have become the backbone of interior and exterior vehicle lighting systems. This article examines the challenges they present…