➀ A new non-isolated digital Intermediate Bus Converter (IBC) with peak efficiency of 97.9%; ➁ Developed by Flex Power Modules for modern AI and machine learning systems; ➂ Offers 3kW peak power in a compact size, ideal for space-constrained environments like high-performance GPUs and AI servers.

➀ ST has introduced new 40V STripFET F8 MOSFETs, enhancing noise immunity for non-logic-level control applications; ➁ The MOSFETs offer high drain current and low RDS(on) for efficiency; ➂ The technology ensures ruggedness and high maximum operating temperature for harsh environments.

➀ Infineon Technologies AG has introduced the OptiMOS 5 Linear FET 2, a MOSFET designed to enhance safe hot-swap functionality in AI servers and telecom applications; ➁ The Linear FET 2 delivers enhanced performance with improved SOA, reduced gate leakage, and expanded packaging options; ➂ The MOSFET provides a significant increase in SOA, improving current distribution in BMS applications and enabling compact, high-density designs.

➀ Microchip has introduced its new IGBT 7 power device portfolio; ➁ The devices are designed for high efficiency and performance in power electronics; ➂ They support applications in e-mobility, sustainability, and data centers.

➀ This article discusses a 750W AC/DC reference design; ➁ It highlights Microchip's role in the design, focusing on the ZVS Full-Bridge topology and digital control techniques; ➂ The design aims to improve efficiency and reliability in power electronics applications.

➀ Nexperia introduces a 110V 4A half-bridge gate driver IC designed for use in consumer devices, servers, telecommunications equipment, and micro-inverters. ➁ The NGD4300 offers a peak sourcing current of 4A and can sink 5A, with a delay as low as 13ns. ➂ It supports operation across a wide ambient temperature range and has built-in features for compatibility with CMOS and TTL.

➀ ST's STGAP3S family integrates the latest galvanic isolation technology with optimized desaturation protection and flexible Miller-clamp architecture; ➁ The drivers feature reinforced capacitive galvanic isolation and can withstand high transient isolation voltage; ➂ They are used in various industrial and power applications, offering different current capabilities and protection thresholds for optimal performance.

➀ The SEPIC converter reference design offers a high-efficiency, precise control, and compact solution for server battery backup systems; ➁ It is suitable for critical applications requiring uninterrupted power, such as data centers and industrial servers; ➂ The design by Texas Instruments features a non-isolated topology and adjustable output voltage and current.

The article introduces a 100 W LLC DC-DC converter reference design, highlighting its efficiency, compact design, and suitability for industrial equipment and various applications. The design achieves 88% efficiency at full load and utilizes an LLC resonant circuit for high efficiency and minimal heat generation.

➀ Infineon and Stellantis are collaborating on the power architecture for Stellantis' electric vehicles, signing major supply and capacity agreements. These agreements cover Infineon's smart power switches, SiC semiconductors, and AURIX microcontrollers. ➁ The partnership will establish a Joint Power Lab to define the next-generation scalable and intelligent power architecture. ➂ Infineon's facilities and partnerships, including its SiC fab in Malaysia and joint ventures with TSMC and ESMC, will support the increased demand for auto ICs.

This article discusses a two-phase interleaved LLC resonant converter reference design by Texas Instruments, highlighting its features such as high efficiency, compact design, and advanced control mechanisms. The design is suitable for various applications including server power supplies, telecom rectifiers, automotive charging systems, and industrial power supplies.

➀ The intern will work in the field of Power Electronics engineering under the mentorship of a technical expert. The individual will work on a function depending on their prior coursework and degree; ➁ The intern will work on electrical design projects, prepare technical proposals, execute test plans, and provide technical support to the project team; ➂ The intern will contribute to the development of advanced solutions for distribution networks automation.

➀ TDK Corporation has launched the xEVCap, a modular DC link capacitor designed for powertrain inverters in various vehicles and machinery tools; ➁ The design offers scalability and modularity, allowing for different capacitance and current needs; ➂ The capacitor is compatible with wide-bandgap power semiconductors and operates within a wide temperature range.

➀ Infineon introduces a 2kV 80A silicon carbide Schottky diode; ➁ The diode, IDYH80G200C5, is designed for high-power applications with a breakdown voltage of 2,000V; ➂ The diode features a TO-247PLUS-4-HCC package with 14mm creepage and 5.4mm clearance, targeting applications like solar inverters and EV chargers.

➀ Cambridge GaN Devices will demonstrate its ICeGaN products at the IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Expo in Phoenix. The demos include a 3 kW PFC reference design, a QORVO motor drive evaluation kit, and a slim 100W adapter among others.➁ The company's ICeGaN products are monolithic GaN ICs with power HEMT and support circuitry.➂ The demo also features a comparison of ICeGaN versus discrete GaN circuits.

➀ The increasing demand for efficient heat dissipation in high-performance devices has led to the emergence of thermal interface materials (TIMs) as essential components in the electronics industry; ➁ TIMs are crucial for enhancing battery performance in electric vehicles, reliability in power electronics, and operational stability in data centres; ➂ The market for TIMs is growing significantly due to advancements in electronics and expanding applications in various sectors.

➀ ST is launching its fourth generation STPOWER SiC MOSFET technology optimized for traction inverters; ➁ The technology is available in 750V and 1200V classes for mid-size and compact EVs; ➂ The 750V class qualification is complete, with 1200V class expected in Q1 2025.

This article is about a PhD internship opportunity at General Electric in Bengaluru, focusing on power electronics. The internship involves working on technology programs in design, modeling, analysis, and control of advanced electrical power conversion systems, with a focus on hybrid electric and electric propulsion applications. The intern will collaborate with technologists to innovate and deliver on sustainability, safety, and quality commitments.

➀ Toshiba has launched a 5kW Isolated Bidirectional DC-DC Converter reference design using SiC MOSFETs and DAB topology for high-power applications like electric vehicle charging and solar inverters; ➁ The DAB topology allows for bidirectional high-power conversion with full bridges on both sides, enhancing efficiency and power handling; ➂ SiC MOSFETs are used to achieve high power conversion and efficiency levels, operating at higher switching frequencies than traditional IGBTs.