Introduction Power electronics play a crucial role in modern electrical engineering, essential for efficiently converting, controlling, and managing electrical power within circuits. These components are designed to handle high voltages, currents, powers, and temperatures, making them vital for various industries. Within power electronics, components are broadly categorized into passive components, such as power resistors, diodes, […]
Both consists of a power module soldered to driver board “The companion gate driver boards are designed to be integrated with [power] modules to provide an all-in-one motor drive solution for the electrification of systems such as flight controls, braking and landing gear for drones to all-electric aircraft,” according to the company. CD-MSCSM70XM19CTYZBNMG is rated […]
April 15, 2024 — Renesas Electronics Corporation recently announced that it has started operations at its Kofu Factory, located in Kai City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. Renesas aims to boost its production capacity of power semiconductors in anticipation of the growing demand in electric vehicles (EVs). To celebrate this milestone, Renesas held an opening ceremony on April 11 with local government officials and partner […]
April 8, 2024 — TDK Corporation recently announced the launch of two new EPCOS InsuGate series (B78541A). These compact SMT transformers with high working voltage are suitable for gate driver applications for IGBTs and MOSFETs in e-mobility (qualification according to AEC-Q200 as well as according to AQG vibration profile) and in industrial electronics. The components […]
Table of Contents Introduction Key Figures in Power Electronics: Nikola Tesla and Thomas Edison The Dawn in the History of Power Electronics The Mercury Arc Rectifier Era Vacuum Tubes: Controlling Electricity Flow The Semiconductor Revolution Technological Challenges and Solutions in Power Electronics Miniaturization and Efficiency in Power Electronics The MOSFET Breakthrough The Advent of IGBTs […]
February 29, 2024 — Vishay Intertechnology, Inc. recently introduced five new half-bridge IGBT power modules in the newly redesigned INT-A-PAK package. Built on Vishay’s Trench IGBT technology, the VS-GT100TS065S, VS-GT150TS065S, VS-GT200TS065S, VS-GT100TS065N, and VS-GT200TS065N offer designers a choice of two best in class technologies — low VCE(ON) or low Eoff — to lower conduction or switching losses in high current inverter stages for […]
In the fast-paced realm of high-power industrial applications, the IXYS MCC162-18io1 power module emerges as a technological powerhouse. Specifically crafted for robust performance, this module comprises two IGBT modules arranged in a half-bridge configuration, each boasting an impressive rating of 900V and 162A. Integrated Intelligence and Protection: At its core, the MCC162-18io1 module encapsulates an […]
3D-rendered robotic arm assembling solid-state battery cells Table of Contents: Introduction to Power Electronics Definition and Basic Concept Historical Development and Evolution Key Components of Power Electronics Efficiency and Size Considerations Heat Dissipation and Thermal Management Applications in Various Systems Voltage and Frequency Regulation Conversion Techniques Protection and Safety Mechanisms Future Trends and Innovations Conclusion […]
January 30, 2024 — According to reports, many chip fabs are expected to start mass production in Japan in 2024, which will stimulate the growth and development of Japan’s domestic semiconductor supply chain and improve Japan’s chip manufacturing capabilities. In Kikuyo Town, Kumamoto Prefecture, Japan, Japan Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing (JASM), invested by TSMC, Sony and […]