Recent #power electronics news in the semiconductor industry

8 months ago

➀ The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) is establishing a unique research environment at the High Power Grid Lab (HPGL) to study the behavior of innovative power grid components under realistic conditions.

➁ The test platform is designed to mimic real power grids and will focus on low and medium voltage networks for regional electricity distribution.

➂ The HPGL is scheduled to be operational by 2030 and is being funded with 32.8 million euros from the Helmholtz Association's strategic expansion investment fund.

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8 months ago

➀ Swansea University's Centre for Integrative Semiconductor Materials (CISM) is partnering with the SAFEPOWER project to develop efficient MVDC converters.

➁ The project aims to improve energy systems by creating small, eco-friendly MVDC converters for applications such as offshore wind, solar farms, electric vehicle charging, and HPC data centres.

➂ CISM will demonstrate next-generation power chips based on wide bandgap materials like silicon carbide and gallium oxide, aiming to transfer the learning into high-volume manufacturing.

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8 months ago

➀ The article discusses the potential of diamond semiconductors to revolutionize power electronics due to their unmatched thermal conductivity and wide bandgap.

➁ Researchers at Saga University have developed the first diamond n-channel MOSFET, demonstrating high field-effect mobility and stability at high temperatures.

➂ Companies like Adamant Namiki Precision Jewel Co, Ltd, Saga University, Element Six, and Cree are leading the way in diamond semiconductor research and commercialization.

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8 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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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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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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9 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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10 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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11 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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➀ SynQor has introduced a new military-grade power factor correction module, the MPFICQor, designed for airborne applications such as drones and underwing pods. The module offers 92% efficiency and supports 3-Phase inputs. ➁ The MPFICQor is tailored for size, weight, and power (SWaP)-critical applications and meets various military standards. ➂ The module achieves a near-unity power factor and exceeds 0.99 at full load, making it ideal for mission-critical operations.
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