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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…


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…


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.


How Do Smaller FRDs Improve IGBT Performance in UPS PV Inverters?

How Do Smaller FRDs Improve IGBT Performance in UPS PV Inverters?

This article examines the use of fast recovery diodes in photovoltaic inverters for uninterruptible power supplies.


A Maintenance Guide for PV System Safety and Efficiency

A Maintenance Guide for PV System Safety and Efficiency

The article outlines maintenance procedures for photovoltaic systems, including inverters, charge controllers, PV arrays, and battery banks.


Designing qZSIs for Renewable Energy Integration

Designing qZSIs for Renewable Energy Integration

This article explores the design of quasi-Z-source inverters, explaining the role of shoot-through state, impedance network, and modulation.


Understanding Motor Control Centers

Understanding Motor Control Centers

Learn about the NEC requirements for motor control centers.


Advancing EV Charger Controls: The Role of C-HIL and Dual Active Bridges

Advancing EV Charger Controls: The Role of C-HIL and Dual Active Bridges

This article examines the role of controller hardware-in-the-loop, or signal-HIL, in the design, testing, and manufacture of electric vehicles.


Total Cost of Ownership in SiC Motor Drives—the Big Picture

Total Cost of Ownership in SiC Motor Drives—the Big Picture

This article examines the technical benefits and total cost of ownership of SiC in two types of motor drive applications.