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Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 2: Topologies and Reliability

Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 2: Topologies and Reliability

Explore distribution topologies, from simple radial feeders to complex networks, and examine reliability metrics, common causes of outages, and…


Substation Components—Part 6: Station Batteries and DC Supply

Substation Components—Part 6: Station Batteries and DC Supply

In substations, the DC system is critical for protection, control, and SCADA during AC loss. Learn about the relevant IEEE standards, choosing the…


SiC Devices Used in PFC for EV Charger Applications

SiC Devices Used in PFC for EV Charger Applications

This article analyzes the technological trends of the DC electric vehicle (EV) charger. It introduces the current status of silicon carbide (SiC)…


Technology Predictions: 2022 Will See Innovation Adapt to Support Electrification and Drive Growth

Technology Predictions: 2022 Will See Innovation Adapt to Support Electrification and Drive Growth

Vicor Corporation released its industry predictions for 2022, covering 3 areas: Automotive, Hyperscale Computing, and Aerospace & Defense.


Technical Articles Feb 11, 2022 by Vicor
Generating Power: Charging Speeds and the Role of the Battery Management System

Generating Power: Charging Speeds and the Role of the Battery Management System

Jake Schmalz discusses the importance of a battery management system (BMS) in protecting lithium-ion batteries throughout the charging process to…


Collaboration on SiC Power Stack Reference Design

Collaboration on SiC Power Stack Reference Design

E-mobility and renewable energy systems require power management solutions that drive performance and cost efficiencies in addition to speeding up…


Electric Vehicle Modeling Considerations

Electric Vehicle Modeling Considerations

In order to model any electric vehicle, three major parts should be taken into consideration: vehicle dynamics, transmission performance, and battery.


How to Empower Automotive DC Fast-Charging with Advanced Current Sensing

How to Empower Automotive DC Fast-Charging with Advanced Current Sensing

Although range anxiety is disappearing from the short list of objections to EV adoption, it has been replaced by recharging speed angst. For the…


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…


How to Choose the Right Battery-Charger IC for Ultrasound Point-of-Care Products

How to Choose the Right Battery-Charger IC for Ultrasound Point-of-Care Products

In this article, I’ll examine compact battery-charger integrated circuits (ICs) and solutions for ultrasound point-of-care products that are used…


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.


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.


Energy Usage at the Intersection of Smart Grid Infrastructure and Power

Energy Usage at the Intersection of Smart Grid Infrastructure and Power

Read on to learn about the benefits of transitioning to IoT-based smart grid technology and its effect on energy usage.


Photovoltaic Emulator Applications

Photovoltaic Emulator Applications

Emulation can be used when design parameters required based on specifications exceed the laboratory capacity. Read on to learn more about what a…


AnPV Power Back-up Systems

AnPV Power Back-up Systems

There are many versions of backup power systems. This article will discuss the various types of PV power backup systems and how they are utilized.


Understanding Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Generation

Understanding Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Power Generation

Learn about grid-connected and off-grid PV system configurations and the basic components involved in each kind.


Market Trends in Current Sensing: Solar Energy Systems

Market Trends in Current Sensing: Solar Energy Systems

Projected to grow by an estimated 25 percent CAGR by 2026, the solar energy market will continue to benefit from technology innovations that will…


Understanding the Composition of a Solar Cell

Understanding the Composition of a Solar Cell

Learn about the makeup of solar cells and how they are used.


Examining Current Advances in Battery Technologies

Examining Current Advances in Battery Technologies

A group of quality and certification managers at power supply and battery charger manufacturer Mascot, examines some current advances in battery…


DC-Meters for Fair and Smart EV Fast Charge Billing

DC-Meters for Fair and Smart EV Fast Charge Billing

This article highlights LEM DC Billing Meter (DCBM) that is smart, extremely compact, and fully compliant with the German “Eichrecht” regulations.