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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…


Kelvin Emitter Configuration Further Improves Switching Performance of TRENCHSTOP 5 IGBTs

Kelvin Emitter Configuration Further Improves Switching Performance of TRENCHSTOP 5 IGBTs

This article investigates the full-bridge LLC converter with variable-frequency operation and multi-domain interactions through modelling and…


Choosing the Right Current Sensor to Observe the Current Waveform of Switching Devices

Choosing the Right Current Sensor to Observe the Current Waveform of Switching Devices

This article highlights Hioki E.E. Corporation evaluation system using development environment devices and measurements using current sensors.


The Influence of the Operating Temperature on the Service Life and Reliability of Switching Power Supplies

The Influence of the Operating Temperature on the Service Life and Reliability of Switching Power Supplies

This article highlights EMTRON electronic GmbH contact cooling that heat dissipation must be ensured via suitable heat sinks/housing…


A Reverse Conducting IGCT Optimized for Medium Switching Frequency Applications

A Reverse Conducting IGCT Optimized for Medium Switching Frequency Applications

This article highlights ABB Semiconductors Reverse-Conducting Integrated Gate Commuted Thyristors platform or RC-IGCT in high power semiconductor…


Switching Performance of 750A/3300V Dual SiC-Modules

Switching Performance of 750A/3300V Dual SiC-Modules

This article focuses on the switching behavior of SiC devices and compares Full SiC and Hybrid SiC with the behavior of a silicon device.


Zero Overvoltage Switching

Zero Overvoltage Switching

This article explains the zero overvoltage switching effect and gives insights into key aspects and applications.


Preventing Start-Up Issues Due to Output Inrush in Switching Converters

Preventing Start-Up Issues Due to Output Inrush in Switching Converters

This article has shown that careful design of the output filter capacitor is important in designing switching converters.


Taking Advantage of SiC’s High Switching Speeds

Taking Advantage of SiC’s High Switching Speeds

This article highlights Littelfuse Incorporated some of the prevailing challenges associated with the use of SiC and best practices to help design…


A Performance Comparison of GaN E-HEMTs versus SiC MOSFETs in Power Switching Applications

A Performance Comparison of GaN E-HEMTs versus SiC MOSFETs in Power Switching Applications

This article highlights GaN Systems Inc. comparison of GaN E-HEMTs and SiC MOSFET performance and characteristics in power switching applications.


SiC MOSFETs in Optimized Packaging Deliver a 3× Reduction in Switching Losses, Enabling Affordable High-Efficiency EV Battery Chargers

SiC MOSFETs in Optimized Packaging Deliver a 3× Reduction in Switching Losses, Enabling Affordable High-Efficiency EV Battery Chargers

This article highlights Wolfspeed C3M™ SiC MOSFETs that considers package inductance and printed circuit board layout as factors for best system…


Evaluating the Effect of High Switching Frequency on the Performance of an Active Front End Converter

Evaluating the Effect of High Switching Frequency on the Performance of an Active Front End Converter

This article features the benefits of operating at high frequencies and the impact of dead-time and inductance value on both operation and control…


Simulating the Conducted EMI of Switching Power Converters

Simulating the Conducted EMI of Switching Power Converters

This article describes a method for simulating conducted EMI in switching power converters highlighting LISN model development and EMI signature…


Smart Transformer Condition Monitoring with Smart Meter and Rogowski Coils

Smart Transformer Condition Monitoring with Smart Meter and Rogowski Coils

This article introduces Lems's Rogowski coil with smart meter for accurate and easy-to-install smart current sensors for internet of energy.


Dynamic Parameters Measurement for Fast Switching Devices

Dynamic Parameters Measurement for Fast Switching Devices

This article introduces LEMSYS PRO-AC, a test equipment specifically dedicated to fast-medium power semiconductor devices with better performance.


Switching Behavior of USCis SiC Cascodes

Switching Behavior of USCis SiC Cascodes

This article examines the hard switching turn-on and turn-off mechanisms in this device, to give the users some insight the difference of MOSFETs…