Recent #power electronics news in the semiconductor industry

6 months ago

The article discusses the development of cost-effective silicon carbide (SiC) power electronics through research projects like ThinSiCPower. It highlights the advantages of SiC over traditional silicon, emphasizing the need for reducing costs and improving thermal-mechanical stability. The project focuses on creating thin SiC chips and cost-effective substrates without the need for sawing and grinding, aiming to accelerate the market penetration of efficient SiC power electronics.

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6 months ago

➀ STMicroelectronics has introduced a 1A buck converter, the DCP3601, for low-voltage loads in smart meters, home appliances, and industrial converters;

➁ The converter boasts over 90% efficiency and requires only six components to complete the circuit;

➂ It offers a 3.3V-to-36V input voltage range and 1A output capability, suitable for various applications including smart meters and domestic appliances.

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6 months ago

➀ The development history of semiconductor materials, from the first generation to the third generation;

➁ The unique physical properties of silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), such as wide bandgap, high breakdown field, high electron mobility, and excellent thermal conductivity;

➂ The market landscape of SiC and GaN, including market size, key players, and application areas.

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8 months ago

➀ An opening for a Ph.D. Research Intern focusing on Power Electronics and Control at General Electric's Bangalore office has been announced.

➁ The intern will work on advanced electrical power conversion systems and collaborate with GE Aerospace and Advanced Research Centre technologists to innovate for the future.

➂ The role requires a Ph.D. candidate in Electrical Engineering with expertise in power electronics and control, including simulation, design, and implementation of power converters and controls.

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8 months ago
➀ Farnell stocks the new microBRICK regulator module from Vishay, adding to its power portfolio with the smallest DC/DC regulator module on the market; ➁ The microBRICK is a synchronous buck regulator with integrated power MOSFETs and inductor, capable of delivering 20 A of continuous current; ➂ It offers adjustable output voltage down to 0.6 V from an input range of 4.5 V to 18 V, suitable for various computing, consumer electronics, telecom, and industrial applications.
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9 months ago
➀ Traco Powers introduces a new series of compact DC/DC converters, TEC 3UI, with an ultra-wide 8:1 input range, designed for industrial operations and space-constrained environments. ➁ The converters support input DC voltages from 9V to 75V and operate reliably at temperatures from -40°C to +80°C and altitudes up to 5000m. ➂ They feature enhanced protection and remote ON/OFF functionality, making them suitable for various industrial applications.
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9 months ago
➀ XP Power has developed two new DC-DC converter series with a 12:1 ultra-wide input range, addressing various applications in renewable energy, battery systems, and railways; ➁ The RDF150 and RDF200 series operate from a 14V-160V DC input range and are designed to simplify power solutions in railway systems; ➂ These converters are suitable for engineers and designers in renewable energy, battery systems, and railway infrastructure.
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9 months ago
➀ Texas Instruments' TIDA-020030 reference design offers a power stage solution for various applications, including inverter and motor control development, especially for hybrid and electric vehicle traction inverters; ➁ The design supports high-voltage and high-current loads with protections for overcurrent and short-circuit; ➂ It integrates diagnostic and system monitoring features for real-time performance validation and fault detection.
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10 months ago
➀ This reference design from Texas Instruments introduces a compact power solution for various charging applications using GaN technology; ➁ It improves efficiency and power density with reduced losses and higher switching frequencies; ➂ The design allows for smaller inductors, reduced core sizes, and fewer primary windings, making it suitable for mobile wall chargers and USB wall power outlets.
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