An introduction to partial power processing (PPP) where only a part of the total power flow to the load is processed. Power from the source needs to be fed to the converter stage for processing. The ...

The JANPTX family of TVS devices meet the MIL-PRF-19500 qualification and provide a 1.5 kW peak pulse power rating. Microchip Technology has introduced its JANPTX family of non-hermetic plastic ...

The increasing power density in advanced WBG semiconductors necessitates the optimization of thermal management. The increasing power density in advanced wide-bandgap (WBG) and ultra-wide-bandgap ...

The company is accelerating 300mm SiC commercialization for next-generation AI, AR/VR, and advanced power platforms. Wolfspeed, Inc., announced the successful production of a single-crystal 300-mm SiC ...

Readers of Part 1 will gain insight into what most power electronics professionals consider essential skills in simulation tools, programming languages, and engineering skill sets. From September 29th ...

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 ...

Wolfspeed announced Toyota will deploy its automotive-grade SiC MOSFETs to power onboard charging across its BEV lineup. While SiC is already well known for enabling fast switching, high efficiency, ...

The FinFET three-dimensional transistor architecture has become fundamental to modern semiconductor manufacturing. FinFET (Fin Field-Effect Transistor) represents a revolutionary advancement in ...

In recent years, the European Union (EU) has implemented a range of strategic policies and financial initiatives aimed at fostering high-tech investments. These efforts are designed to strengthen ...

To fully maximize the benefits of WBG tech, system redesign is essential. Wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors, namely silicon carbide and gallium nitride, have been an emerging frontier in power ...

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 ...