The 800 VDC transition is driving SST adoption, but semiconductor choices and nascent deployments mean the technology is still finding its footing. Part 1 of this series covered the key takeaways from ...

In an interview with Power Electronics News, Shyh-Chiang Shen, Director of GaN Program Development Division at VIS, discussed the techniques and innovations VIS used to overcome obstacles, emphasizing ...

Enphase is leveraging its GaN BDS expertise and 90 million microinverters of field data to challenge SiC-based rivals in the emerging SST market. Enphase Energy, the world’s leading supplier of ...

Frenetic AI is designed to streamline the entire power supply design process, from topology selection to component sourcing. Frenetic, a leader in cloud-based magnetic design, has unveiled its latest ...

This article explores the differences between inverters based on silicon power devices and those utilizing WBG technologies, evaluating their advantages, disadvantages, and suitability for different ...

Monolithic Bidirectional Switches (BDS) are seen by many as an enabler for the next leap in power electronics performance. Conventional switches such as a MOSFET or IGBT typically have a forward ...

APEC has been a cornerstone of the power electronics industry since its inception. This year’s conference marked the 40th anniversary of APEC, which has grown significantly since its founding in 1986, ...

One of the more spirited seminars at APEC, due to its topic of GaN versus SiC, was an insightful discussion with many compelling arguments. Wide-bandgap semiconductors—specifically gallium nitride and ...

Power factor plays a crucial role in electrical engineering and is a key parameter for determining power transfer efficiency to AC loads. Power factor plays a crucial role in electrical engineering ...

CooliBlade’s patented NEOcore thermal management solution achieves up to 1,000 times higher thermal conductivity than aluminum. As modern power electronics become more compact and powerful, they face ...

Daanaa, a Canadian power electronics company headquartered in Vancouver, is pioneering advancements in energy management with its innovative Power Transaction Unit (PTU) technology. The term “Daanaa,” ...

With the increasing adoption of EVs and a growing focus on environmental sustainability, electric motors are expected to be used more extensively. Electric motors are the beating heart of sustainable ...