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The Rugged 62Pak IGBT Module Range Employing the Next Generation 1700V SPT Chip Set for 175C Operation

The Rugged 62Pak IGBT Module Range Employing the Next Generation 1700V SPT Chip Set for 175C Operation

This article features the ABB's third generation of 1700V SPT++ IGBTs which is capable of operating up to a max temperature of 175˚C.


Well Equipped for 48 Volts

Well Equipped for 48 Volts

This article discusses the advantages of the 48-volt systems technology for vehicles that helps reduce fuel consumption and environmental impact.


Technology Trends Raising Power-Conversion Efficiency

Technology Trends Raising Power-Conversion Efficiency

This article discusses the advances in superjunction MOSFETs and SiC Rectifiers and how they can improve on-resistance and noise of power supply…


Reverse Conducting IGCT Platform optimized for Modular Multilevel Converters MMC

Reverse Conducting IGCT Platform optimized for Modular Multilevel Converters MMC

This article discusses the technical aspects of ABB's newly developed Reverse Conducting Integrated Gate Commutated Thyristor (RC-IGCT) platform.


Peak Current Proof Input Filter with Multilayer Power Suppression Bead WE-MPSB

Peak Current Proof Input Filter with Multilayer Power Suppression Bead WE-MPSB

Power supplies are often designed for steady-state operation but in the case of transient conditions, they’re often considered an afterthought.…


Igniting the Spark Using the Microcontroller039s Angular Timer to Implement Capacitor Discharge Ignition

Igniting the Spark Using the Microcontroller039s Angular Timer to Implement Capacitor Discharge Ignition

This article discusses how angular timer of a microcontroller can help implement capacitor discharge ignition in an internal combustion engine.


A Fast Track to Complex Power System Designs

A Fast Track to Complex Power System Designs

This article discusses recent advancements in power system components and power conversion architectures it also introduces Vicor's Power…


Control Method for a Reverse Conducting IGBT

Control Method for a Reverse Conducting IGBT

This article discusses the advantages of combining the functionality of an IGBT and diode resulting in a reverse conducting IGBT (RC-IGBT).


Innovative 7in1 IGBT Packages for Scalable and Easy Design of Industrial Drives and Inverters

Innovative 7in1 IGBT Packages for Scalable and Easy Design of Industrial Drives and Inverters

This article introduces Mitsubishi Electric's NX-Series 7-in-1 IGBT Modules and its benefits in terms of footprint and scalability.


From IGBT to SiC MOSFET A stone step for smooth replacement in Industrial Applications

From IGBT to SiC MOSFET A stone step for smooth replacement in Industrial Applications

This article highlights the advantages of transitioning to SiC MOSFETs from IGBT counterparts in terms of technical and economic aspects.


Identification of PMSM Motor Parameters with a Power Analyzer

Identification of PMSM Motor Parameters with a Power Analyzer

This article introduces a method for identifying PMSM motor parameters easily and with a high degree of precision using a power analyzer.


Embedded Designs Drive Tomorrows Solutions

Embedded Designs Drive Tomorrows Solutions

This article introduces Vincotech's power modules that is highly reliable, low-cost motor controls for embedded drive solutions for motion…


Innovative Integrated Magnetics for Hybrid and Electrical Vehicles Onboard Battery Chargers

Innovative Integrated Magnetics for Hybrid and Electrical Vehicles Onboard Battery Chargers

This article discusses the integration of insulating transformer and resonant chokes on the same core to lower the magnetics volume in ZVS or LLC…


Combing the CLC and NCO to Implement a HighResolution PWM

Combing the CLC and NCO to Implement a HighResolution PWM

This article features Microchip Technology High-Resolution PWM, the combination of Configurable Logic Cell and Numerically Controlled Oscillator.


Over-Voltage Protection for RS485 Bus Nodes

Over-Voltage Protection for RS485 Bus Nodes

This article focuses on RS-485 transceiver protection against large over-voltages (OVP) and the difference between over-voltage and transient…


PowerBud  Technology for High Current Low Insertion Force Low Resistance and Long Cycle Life Power Connectors

PowerBud Technology for High Current Low Insertion Force Low Resistance and Long Cycle Life Power Connectors

This article introduces the features and advantages of Methode's PowerBud, a new class of patented power connector interface, over…


Rapid Power Prototyping Speeds up the Development of Custom High Performance Power Converters

Rapid Power Prototyping Speeds up the Development of Custom High Performance Power Converters

This article discusses the reduction of risk in new system development of rapid prototyping of custom power electronics systems using modular…


CoolSiC MOSFETs  A Revolution to Rely On

CoolSiC MOSFETs A Revolution to Rely On

This article highlights Infineon Technologies AG SiC MOSFETs standard IGBT driver voltages and switching behavior that enables a very low design…


Digital Control in High Power AC-DC Converters with PFC

Digital Control in High Power AC-DC Converters with PFC

This article discusses on microcontroller based digital control architecture of high power AC-DC converters featuring power factor correction (PFC).


MiniSKiiP with a Silicon Nitride AMB Substrate

MiniSKiiP with a Silicon Nitride AMB Substrate

This article discusses the advantages and benefits of MiniSKiip with Si3N4 AMB Substrate and compares that of the conventional counterpart.