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Alpine Harmonic Measurement

Alpine Harmonic Measurement

This article discusses the EMC measurement technology, which is performed under extreme conditions, during the development of snow guns.


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…


Overcoming the Challenges of Characterizing High Speed Power Semiconductors

Overcoming the Challenges of Characterizing High Speed Power Semiconductors

This article discusses DPT fixture design to obtain repeatable and reliable results from a DPT setup.


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.


Integrated Power Electronics for Drive Systems in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Integrated Power Electronics for Drive Systems in Electric and Hybrid Vehicles

Consortium-developed integrated power electronics for drives systems in electric and hybrid vehicles uses FTCAP DC link capacitors


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.


Improving Vacuum Solder Reflow for Challenging Power Module Packaging

Improving Vacuum Solder Reflow for Challenging Power Module Packaging

This article discusses the evaluation of flux-free soldering process for bare copper DBC substrate to Nickel-plated copper base plate soldering.


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…