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Double Pulse Testing

Double Pulse Testing

Two or double testing is a key implement in the toolbox of power electronics engineers that enables comprehensive and accurate measurements to be…


An Intelligent Power Module for High Switching Speeds

An Intelligent Power Module for High Switching Speeds

This article discusses the differences between SLIMDIP-L and SLIMDIP-W and investigates what suits the market demand for compact and…


Electrical Grounding Using the Isolated (or Ungrounded) Method

Electrical Grounding Using the Isolated (or Ungrounded) Method

Learn about the isolated or ungrounded method of system grounding, its main characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and areas of application.


ATEX and the Power Management of Smart Gas Meters

ATEX and the Power Management of Smart Gas Meters

This article features Texas Instrument on how the TPS62840 step-down converter in the DGR package can help system and equipment design teams meet…


Avalanche Ruggedness of SiC MPS Diodes Under Repetitive Unclamped-Inductive-Switching Stress

Avalanche Ruggedness of SiC MPS Diodes Under Repetitive Unclamped-Inductive-Switching Stress

This article highlights avalanche ruggedness of discrete 1.2 kV SiC MPS diodes.


Boost Topologies for 1500V Multi-String Solar Inverters

Boost Topologies for 1500V Multi-String Solar Inverters

This article investigates the performance and cost of different boost topologies for 1500V multi-string solar inverters.


The Basics of Grounding Electrical Systems

The Basics of Grounding Electrical Systems

This article breaks down the complexities found in the fundamental field of grounding for the correct, faultless operation of electrical systems.


Generation 7 IGBTs: The New Workhorse in the Power Electronics Industry

Generation 7 IGBTs: The New Workhorse in the Power Electronics Industry

This article highlights SEMIKRON IGBT Generation 7 that features four main advantages compared to previous generations.


Low Loss and Low Forward Voltage Drop SIPOS Passivated Fast Recovery Diode

Low Loss and Low Forward Voltage Drop SIPOS Passivated Fast Recovery Diode

This article introduces a 1700V soft recovery diode with different current ratings.


Thermal Endurance Estimation of Magnetic Components Used in Embedded Automotive Applications

Thermal Endurance Estimation of Magnetic Components Used in Embedded Automotive Applications

This article reviews the common definitions of temperature stated for an insulating material to have an idea of its resistance to heat versus time.


Hybrid Converter Simplifies 48V/54 Step-Down Conversion in Data Centers and Telecom Systems

Hybrid Converter Simplifies 48V/54 Step-Down Conversion in Data Centers and Telecom Systems

This article highlights Analog Devices' LTC7821-based hybrid converter that has the benefits of both conventional buck converters and charge…


The Search for High-Performance, Low-cost PFC Solutions

The Search for High-Performance, Low-cost PFC Solutions

This article discusses how the cost differences can be bridged by the benefits of the 4x inductor size reduction, smaller heat sink and smaller…


Properly Validating Output Chokes: Ferrite vs. Dust Core

Properly Validating Output Chokes: Ferrite vs. Dust Core

For the emerging mega-watt applications with SiC power devices, the proper validation of output chokes poses great challenges.


Internal Faraday Shield and Small Ci-o Friendly Optocoupler Galvanic Isolation Performance

Internal Faraday Shield and Small Ci-o Friendly Optocoupler Galvanic Isolation Performance

This article highlights Broadcom isolation technologies, namely the optocoupler, magnetic coupler, and capacitive coupler.


The Power of Dowell’s Equations and Curves

The Power of Dowell’s Equations and Curves

This article discusses Dowell's equation and how it provides a powerful analytical tool for magnetics engineers.


Design Considerations for a GaN-Based High Frequency LLC Resonant Converter

Design Considerations for a GaN-Based High Frequency LLC Resonant Converter

This article discusses the benefits of commercial GaN power transistors in comparison to Si SJMOS and SiC MOS transistors for a soft-switching LLC…


AI-Powered Architecture Unleashes Future Silicon IGBT and SiC Improvements

AI-Powered Architecture Unleashes Future Silicon IGBT and SiC Improvements

This article discusses Pre-Switch's solution for the elimination of switching losses by incorporating AI into the Auxiliary Resonant…


Getting the Most Out of a DC/DC Converter

Getting the Most Out of a DC/DC Converter

This article discusses the Modular DC-DC converters and their recent developments in terms of power density.


Solving the Power Density Challenge

Solving the Power Density Challenge

This article gives insight on Source-Down packaging technology, a key enabler for delivering the required power density to feed the power-hungry…


Why are Ultra-Low On-Resistance SiC FETs Hot?

Why are Ultra-Low On-Resistance SiC FETs Hot?

This article discusses UnitedSiC's state of the art low-resistance power semiconductor switches and their characteristics and application…