In high switching frequency applications, the high commutation slopes of the power switches require immunity against high levels of common mode…
In high switching frequency applications, the high commutation slopes of the power switches require immunity against high levels of common mode…
The model to develop the renewable energy growth can be the Centralized or the Distributed generation and both of them…
The model to develop the renewable energy growth can be the Centralized or the Distributed generation and both of them have several pros and cons
This article highlights Empower Semiconductor IVR solution that is applicable to a whole range of applications, making it…
This article highlights Empower Semiconductor IVR solution that is applicable to a whole range of applications, making it attractive for inventory…
Learn about the most common types of surge arresters used to protect against transient overvoltages and lightning strikes.
Learn about the most common types of surge arresters used to protect against transient overvoltages and lightning strikes.
Learn how surge arresters protect power substations against lightning and switching overvoltages.
Learn how surge arresters protect power substations against lightning and switching overvoltages.
While prominent for AC lines, DC voltage detectors are hard to find and seldom used in power electronics especially for…
While prominent for AC lines, DC voltage detectors are hard to find and seldom used in power electronics especially for voltages higher than 1000V,…
This article explains different substation shielding techniques used to reduce the chance of and damage from direct…
This article explains different substation shielding techniques used to reduce the chance of and damage from direct lightning strikes.
This article highlights LEM DVC 1000 family of electronic based voltage sensors that offers this high level of…
This article highlights LEM DVC 1000 family of electronic based voltage sensors that offers this high level of insulation, up to 4.2kV.
Learn about the impact lightning strikes have on transmission lines and proper grounding’s role in lowering the chances…
Learn about the impact lightning strikes have on transmission lines and proper grounding’s role in lowering the chances of irreversible damage to…
The metal alloyed powder core is a kind of magnetic core, which is made from ferromagnetic alloy. After casting, it is…
The metal alloyed powder core is a kind of magnetic core, which is made from ferromagnetic alloy. After casting, it is pulverized, isolated with an…
This article highlights ABB as HVDC has emerged as a viable complement to AC power transmission, with the ability to…
This article highlights ABB as HVDC has emerged as a viable complement to AC power transmission, with the ability to connect asynchronous AC grids…
Learn about the maximum step and touch voltages that people and animals in substation surroundings can tolerate.
Learn about the maximum step and touch voltages that people and animals in substation surroundings can tolerate.
Learn about Earth potential gradients and shock situations in substations.
Learn about Earth potential gradients and shock situations in substations.
Learn about the main parts of a substation grounding system
Learn about the main parts of a substation grounding system
To verify that components are sufficiently protected against vibration damage, we must first set ourselves a standard of…
To verify that components are sufficiently protected against vibration damage, we must first set ourselves a standard of acceptability.
This article details the Vicor BCM converter’s function, operation and capabilities as compared to a conventional DC-DC…
This article details the Vicor BCM converter’s function, operation and capabilities as compared to a conventional DC-DC converter, and suggests…
This article describes OBC design challenges with LLC and LLC derived converters.
This article describes OBC design challenges with LLC and LLC derived converters.
Learn about the pros and cons of the fall-of-potential method and the Clamp-on tester resistance method.
Learn about the pros and cons of the fall-of-potential method and the Clamp-on tester resistance method.
In this third article of the series, we will look at SiC power transistors.
In this third article of the series, we will look at SiC power transistors.