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The PN Junction as a Rectifier

The PN Junction as a Rectifier

Learn about the traits of the rectifying p-n junctions in semiconductors.


What is an Open-Circuited P-N Junction?

What is an Open-Circuited P-N Junction?

In this “semiconductor basics” series, we’ll learn about the properties of the P-N junction with no external power applied.


Reliability Challenges of Automotive-grade Silicon Carbide Power MOSFETs

Reliability Challenges of Automotive-grade Silicon Carbide Power MOSFETs

In this article, a discussion is given about testing and related results of Silicon-carbide power MOSFETs for automotive applications. It reports…


Conduction Properties of N-Type and P-Type Semiconductors

Conduction Properties of N-Type and P-Type Semiconductors

The presence and properties of electrons and holes are fundamental to understand how semiconductor devices operate


Understanding the Electrical Properties of Conductors, Insulators, and Semiconductors

Understanding the Electrical Properties of Conductors, Insulators, and Semiconductors

This article will dive into classifying solid materials according to how they conduct electric current.


Calculating the Turns Ratio of a Transformer

Calculating the Turns Ratio of a Transformer

The turns ratio, or the turns-to-turns ratio, is the ratio of the number of turns in the primary to the number of turns in the secondary.


Basic Inductance Principles in Transformers

Basic Inductance Principles in Transformers

Transformers are critical components used in power distribution systems. Learn the principles of transformer operation and inductance through this…


Testing Cascode Gallium Nitride FETs

Testing Cascode Gallium Nitride FETs

One popular GaN device type is the Cascode GaN FET, which provides even more difficult challenges with its oscillation-prone device behavior. In…


Fabricating Different Types of Photovoltaic Cells

Fabricating Different Types of Photovoltaic Cells

The manufacture of crystalline silicon modules involves fabricating silicon wafers, transforming the wafers into cells, and assembling cells into…


Understanding the Composition of a Solar Cell

Understanding the Composition of a Solar Cell

Learn about the makeup of solar cells and how they are used.


How Silicon Carbide can Improve Switched Power Converter Designs

How Silicon Carbide can Improve Switched Power Converter Designs

When it comes to designing power converters, wide bandgap (WBG) technologies such as silicon carbide (SiC) are now a realistic option during…


Understanding the Design Basics of Isolation Transformers

Understanding the Design Basics of Isolation Transformers

Learn about the different types of isolation transformers and how they are designed.


Utilizing Autotransformers for Load Currents and Voltage Regulators

Utilizing Autotransformers for Load Currents and Voltage Regulators

Autotransformers are used in many applications. A very common application is the use of autotransformer in reduced-voltage motor starting. Other…


Constructing and Operating an Autotransformer

Constructing and Operating an Autotransformer

Autotransformers are wired so that the primary and secondary circuits have a portion of their two windings in common.


Five Ways to Reduce Harmonics in Circuits and Power Distribution Systems

Five Ways to Reduce Harmonics in Circuits and Power Distribution Systems

There are several ways to reduce the problems of harmonics in a circuit or power distribution system. A K-rated transformer is designed to…


Self-Powered Modules for Measurement and Control in Medium Voltage Power Electronics

Self-Powered Modules for Measurement and Control in Medium Voltage Power Electronics

Future Medium Voltage Power Electronics solutions for measurement and control require a new approach that increases simplicity, reliability and…


Harmonic Mitigation Using Phase-shifting Transformers and Harmonic Filters

Harmonic Mitigation Using Phase-shifting Transformers and Harmonic Filters

Learn about how minimise the presence of harmonics in an electrical system with harmonic transformers and filters.


Energy Band Structures in Solids

Energy Band Structures in Solids

When a particular element’s atoms are far apart, each individual atom exhibits some permissible energy levels. But, with atoms closely packed in…


Understanding Phase Shift Correction in Power Analysis

Understanding Phase Shift Correction in Power Analysis

Using shunts to measure currents in power analysis might be an option for small currents, but when you look at measuring currents above 50A then…


Interatomic Bonding in the Solid-State

Interatomic Bonding in the Solid-State

Learn about solid-state characteristics: atomic bonding and crystals.