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High-Density SiC Power Modules Meet Formula E Challenges

Solution Jul 21, 2021

Formula E, an electric-powered race car championship that began in 2014 and is currently known as “ABB FIA Formula E Championship” after ABB sponsorship in 2018, requires fully optimized power semiconductor modules, such as the latest generation of power converters.

Wide-Bandgap Semiconductors for EVs – Panel

Solution Jul 21, 2021

Wide-bandgap semiconductors, such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), provide a performance edge over silicon in several respects: higher efficiency and switching frequency, along with the ability to withstand higher operating temperatures and voltages.

The Trends and Technologies Shaping the Automotive Industry

Solution Jul 14, 2021

The sun is setting on internal combustion engines (ICE). Many policymakers are now putting into law restrictions on the sale of new vehicles powered only by ICE

European Green Deal: Green Hydrogen Becomes a Reality

Solution Jul 14, 2021

Close to 150 years ago, Jules Verne set out a prescient vision that has inspired governments and entrepreneurs. But despite much hope and hype, hydrogen has always been considered as an anecdotal source of energy.

EFS’s Aneutronic Fusion Reactor Project

Solution Jul 8, 2021

Electric Fusion Systems (EFS) has recently presented its in-lab successful aneutronic fusion experiment involving a new radiation-free energy technology which only releases a minimal part of hazardous neutrons.

Saving Stand-by Power in the Smart Home

Solution Jul 1, 2021

With IoT, connectivity becomes increasingly important as it allows mantaining proper communication and, as a result, standby consumption is turning into a real challenge.

Motor Control Solutions for Industrial Robotic

Solution Jul 1, 2021

Trinamic, now part of Maxim Integrated, demonstrated a range of power control solutions in the forefront of APEC, including its latest solutions that simplify the development of end-of-arm tooling (EoAT) for industrial robotics and the single-axis servo controller/driver with integrated motion control.

Megatrends in Energy Storage

Solution Jun 23, 2021

Zero emissions is a target many nations are willing to reach by 2050 and investments have been allocated for energy storage companies to reach this goal. During APEC, Peter Wasmuth, co-founder and head of Europe, Polarium, highlighted several trends in energy storage.

Wide Bandgap Technologies for a New Efficient Industry

Solution Jun 19, 2021

Physical limitations prevent current silicon technology from achieving the higher power density, miniaturization, and energy conversion efficiency that the market needs from power products to meet growing environmental concerns.

Power Solutions for Industry

Solution Jun 17, 2021

At APEC, ON Semiconductor unveiled a totem-pole PFC controller in critical conduction mode (CrM) and new converter-inverter-power factor correction (PFC) modules for use in industrial motor drives, servo drives, and HVAC.

Flexible PCBs Enhance EV Design

Solution Jun 9, 2021

Trackwise initially developed the capability to manufacture length-unlimited, flexible circuits because of a requirement from Rolls Royce.

Processing Solutions for High-Density PCBs

Solution May 25, 2021

Designers must consider processing temperatures, producibility, and solder joint integrity of every component as well as higher I/O connectors. This article looks at ways to enable smaller component footprints for high-density PCBs.