Recent #Charging news in the semiconductor industry

6 months ago
➀ AVerMedia has launched the ELITE GO GC313Pro and CORE GO GC313, which are versatile 100W GaN chargers and 1080p capture cards; ➁ The ELITE GO GC313Pro can charge devices like Steam Deck and smartphones, and also function as a capture card for 4K60 video passthrough; ➂ The CORE GO GC313 is a more affordable version with similar features.
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8 months ago
➀ GaN adaptors offer up to 95% efficiency, significantly higher than silicon's 80-85%; ➁ They are smaller and more powerful, enabling faster charging and multi-device charging with one compact adapter; ➂ Challenges include PCB design and thermal management, but GaN is set to transform charger markets.
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11 months ago
➀ The article discusses the need for high-power charging solutions for commercial vehicles, emphasizing the requirement for over 1 MW of power to deliver 500 kWh in less than 30 minutes. ➁ It compares current high-power charging standards, including those using fast-switching devices like IGBTs or SiC-MOSFETs, with electrolysis-based technologies, highlighting the latter's advantages in size, cost, efficiency, availability, and reliability. ➂ The article concludes by advocating for a review of all available options to choose the most suitable charging technology, considering efficiency, availability, and longevity.
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