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Examining GaN HEMTs as an Alternative to Silicon

Examining GaN HEMTs as an Alternative to Silicon

This article examines high electron GaN mobility transistors as an alternative to SiC in power electronics.


Mitigating DC Link Anti-Resonance for WBG-Based Designs

Mitigating DC Link Anti-Resonance for WBG-Based Designs

What causes failure in wide bandgap semiconductors, and how can engineers mitigate them?


Using EMI Filters in Industrial and Medical Applications

Using EMI Filters in Industrial and Medical Applications

This article explores fundamental electromagnetic interference and compatibility filtering concepts, regulatory considerations, and practical…


Examining Vertical GaN Power ICs

Examining Vertical GaN Power ICs

This article examines how Fraunhofer is combining lateral and vertical geometry to develop vertical GaN power ICs and related technology.


Why Do Switching Transistors Fail?

Why Do Switching Transistors Fail?

This article examines practical experiences and explains why switching transistors fail based on a flyback converter.


Traction Inverter Trends: Transfer Molded Modules

Traction Inverter Trends: Transfer Molded Modules

Transfer molded modules could meet new BEV requirements regarding power handling capability and electrical and thermal performance.


Selecting Motor Controllers

Selecting Motor Controllers

Learn how to select the right motor controller for your application.


ANPC Converter Design for Efficient Energy Storage Systems

ANPC Converter Design for Efficient Energy Storage Systems

A doubling of new energy storage installations globally has driven a change in power converter design for utility-scale systems. With an…


Protect Motor and Lighting Control Circuits in Certain Conditions

Protect Motor and Lighting Control Circuits in Certain Conditions

Learn how to protect motor and lighting control circuits from overcurrent.


Why Is Your Product’s Carbon Footprint Important?

Why Is Your Product’s Carbon Footprint Important?

Knowing your product's carbon footprint is important. We caught up with Infineon to explain why.


Breaking Down AI Accelerator Card Power Delivery Impacts

Breaking Down AI Accelerator Card Power Delivery Impacts

The stringent power requirements of AI accelerator cards are impacting system performance. This article reviews the AI accelerator card's…


Designing High-Voltage SiC-Based Battery Disconnect Switches

Designing High-Voltage SiC-Based Battery Disconnect Switches

When designing a high-voltage solid-state battery disconnect switch, there are several fundamental design decisions to consider.


Solving Design Challenges With User-Programmable PMICs

Solving Design Challenges With User-Programmable PMICs

Working with user-programmable PMICs can be a new experience for engineers and advances in processor and field-programmable gate array technology…


A Look at the Success of Slim DIN-Rail Mounted Power Supplies

A Look at the Success of Slim DIN-Rail Mounted Power Supplies

DIN-rail mounting has revolutionized electrical cabinets since the idea was first introduced in the 1920s. Learn why the system is so successful.


Enhancing Reliability and Compatibility With E-Mode GaNFETs

Enhancing Reliability and Compatibility With E-Mode GaNFETs

Integrating E-Mode GaNFETs with a GaN-based gate regulating circuit can significantly enhance the reliability and compatibility of gate driving for…


Challenges of Bare Chip Dynamic Characterization

Challenges of Bare Chip Dynamic Characterization

Power semiconductors contain bare chips that must be characterized before being placed in a package or power module but several challenges must…


Reducing Transportation Sector Carbon Emissions With Power Modules

Reducing Transportation Sector Carbon Emissions With Power Modules

This article presents the latest developments in 3.3 kV SiC power modules.


Programmable Surge Current Tester for Power Semiconductors

Programmable Surge Current Tester for Power Semiconductors

The often cited I2t value describes a power semiconductor’s ability to withstand surge current events. However, the dependency on the current…


Troubleshooting Single-Phase Induction Motors

Troubleshooting Single-Phase Induction Motors

Learn how to troubleshoot single-phase induction motors, from diagnosis to fault repair.


Calculating Transformer Currents

Calculating Transformer Currents

The article explains the calculation of transformer currents using the power formula and turns ratio and looks at transformer impedance and…