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Reliable Testing for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Reliable Testing for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Engineers may be unaware of the drawbacks of faster switching semiconductors. It is important to consider these potential risks as they affect the…


The Prescription To Reduce EMI in Medical Equipment

The Prescription To Reduce EMI in Medical Equipment

This article addresses electromagnetic interference in power supplies and how to eliminate it.


A Modular Approach to 48V Automotive Power Delivery Networks

A Modular Approach to 48V Automotive Power Delivery Networks

Vicor discusses high-density, high-performance DC-DC power modules, where they are used, and their advantages over discrete solutions. 


How Integrated Current Sensors Drive Light Mobility Electrification

How Integrated Current Sensors Drive Light Mobility Electrification

Electrification has become a major factor in the transport sector because it is one of the main contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. As…


Maximizing Solar: Strategies for System Design and Efficiency

Maximizing Solar: Strategies for System Design and Efficiency

This article demonstrates how to capitalize on and maximize the efficiency of solar energy systems.


Understanding Microgrid Digital Twins

Understanding Microgrid Digital Twins

Learn how digital twins can be integrated into DER microgrids for optimal power generation, management, and control.


Navigating Stepper Motor Drive Design

Navigating Stepper Motor Drive Design

Designing stepper motor drives requires careful consideration of several key factors. This article will help you navigate these considerations and…


Pulse Width Modulation vs. Sinusoidal Control in Stepper Motors

Pulse Width Modulation vs. Sinusoidal Control in Stepper Motors

The article examines pulse width modulation and sinusoidal control methods in stepper motors.


Fusion Future: From Concept to Reality

Fusion Future: From Concept to Reality

Part one of this series explored the concept of nuclear fusion. Part two focuses on the progress made in nuclear fusion research and the ongoing…


Defining Voltage Pulse Test Requirements for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Defining Voltage Pulse Test Requirements for Insulation Endurance Assessment

Rapid progress in fast-switching devices presents new challenges that must be addressed by insulation material manufacturers and system integrators.


Fact or Fantasy? The Elusive Promise of Nuclear Fusion

Fact or Fantasy? The Elusive Promise of Nuclear Fusion

In the first part of this two-part series on nuclear fusion, we delve into the fundamentals: What exactly is nuclear fusion, and what are its key…


An Inside Look at New-Gen MOSFETs and the Future of SiC vs. GaN

An Inside Look at New-Gen MOSFETs and the Future of SiC vs. GaN

Alfred Vollmer of Bodo's Power Systems spoke with Sanan Semiconductor's Michael Sleven for a look at new MOSFET technology and what the…


Exploring Three-Phase Motors: Types and Operating Principles

Exploring Three-Phase Motors: Types and Operating Principles

This article examines the operational principles and applications of three important types of three-phase motors: squirrel-cage induction,…


Reducing Noise in Automotive Fan-Based Cooling Systems

Reducing Noise in Automotive Fan-Based Cooling Systems

With the advancement of electrification in the automotive industry, active cooling is needed more often. When a fan is used, noise can become a…


Totem-Pole PFC Topology: A Price-Performance Analysis

Totem-Pole PFC Topology: A Price-Performance Analysis

This article presents a price-performance analysis of the totem-pole power factor correction topology compared to other topologies.


Optimizing Design Efficiency: Shrinking PSUs in Auto and Industrial Applications

Optimizing Design Efficiency: Shrinking PSUs in Auto and Industrial Applications

One way to optimize automotive and industrial designs is to reduce the size of the power supply unit, resulting in less physical material, fewer…


How To Select a Transformer When Designing an Isolated Buck Converter

How To Select a Transformer When Designing an Isolated Buck Converter

This article explains how to select a transformer—a pivotal step in designing an isolated buck converter—including parameters to consider, the…


High-Frequency Power Transfer Paves the Way for Wireless EV Charging

High-Frequency Power Transfer Paves the Way for Wireless EV Charging

The main difference between wireless charging of a mobile phone and an electric vehicle is the power levels used. What challenges do high-power EV…


Using Adaptive Modes to Improve Buck Converter Efficiency

Using Adaptive Modes to Improve Buck Converter Efficiency

A cornerstone of power supply technology, buck converters transform high voltages to lower voltages. As power electronics professionals optimize…


Using AI/ML To Predict Brownouts in Step-Down Transformers

Using AI/ML To Predict Brownouts in Step-Down Transformers

This article explores how artificial intelligence and machine learning predict brownout thresholds in a step-down transformer using a circuit…