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Scientific Notes on Power Electronics: The Fermi-Dirac integral and the Joyce-Dixon approximation

The study of the Fermi-Dirac integral has notable implications ranging from the determination of the electronic concentration in AlGaN/GaN heterostructures to the calculation of the AlGaN/GaN current density in HEMTs.

Ferromagnetism in Graphene at Room Temperature

Graphene is non-magnetic by itself, so it requires specific modifications to include ferromagnetism.

Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+: Power Electronics Week Insights

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+!

Design

University of Michigan team and Semiwise collaborate on cryogenic control electronics

Ferromagnetism in Graphene at Room Temperature

Graphene is non-magnetic by itself, so it requires specific modifications to include ferromagnetism.

Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+: Power Electronics Week Insights

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+!

Zap Energy reaches 37 million degrees in a Z-pinch fusion device

A recent study presents data on the highest recorded electron temperatures achieved in a small-scale Z-pinch fusion device stabilized by sheared flow.

Semiconductors

Scientific Notes on Power Electronics: The Fermi-Dirac integral and the Joyce-Dixon approximation

University of Michigan team and Semiwise collaborate on cryogenic control electronics

The collaboration aims to design cryogenic circuitry and improve the efficiency of quantum computing.

Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+: Power Electronics Week Insights

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+!

US Critical Materials discovers exceptional gallium grades among the high-grade rare earths at its Sheep Creek project

US Critical Materials’ Sheep Creek project has the potential to be an equally high-grade alternative to China for the gallium used in a wide range of applications.

Videos & Podcasts

Wide-Bandgap Technological Advancements (Podcast)

Advancements in Wide-Bandgap Power Devices: GaN vs. SiC (Podcast)

In this episode, distinguished speakers from top semiconductor companies delve into the world of wide-bandgap power devices.

Remtec’s Chandra Gupta highlights ceramic technology at APEC 2024 (Long Beach, CA)

At APEC 2024 in Long Beach, CA, Remtec’s Business Development Manager, Chandra Gupta, had an opportunity to speak at the company’s booth with Majeed Ahmad, Editor in Chief for EDN and Planet Analog, about technologies Remtec featured at the expo.

Experts Weigh in on GaN & SiC at APEC 2024

In this video, a lineup of distinguished speakers from semiconductor companies shares insights into groundbreaking developments in gallium nitride– and silicon carbide–based power devices.

eBooks

PEN eBook April 2024: Thermal Design for Power Electronics

PEN eBook February 2024: Wafer-Level Test and Burn-In Advances WBG Reliability

The February 2024 Power Electronics News eBook discusses wafer-level test and burn-in, GaN and SiC, power design trends, e-mobility and more.

PEN eBook December 2023: Delving Into Innovations in Power Electronics Engineering

The December 2023 Power Electronics News eBook discusses power design trends, e-mobility, isolation and more!

Special Report: GaN & SiC Worldwide

Explore the future of power electronics with our comprehensive report on wide-bandgap semiconductors: SiC and GaN.

Motion Control

Infineon introduces new MOTIX™ motor gate driver IC to ease transition from 12V to 48V

PCIM Europe 2024 to set new records

The PCIM Europe 2024 conference, taking place alongside the trade fair, promises three days full of inspiration and interaction.

Europe approves a project for an advanced chip pilot line in Catania, Italy

The WBG pilot line, available to industrial and academic partners, is expected to extend the WBG roadmap to the next technology generations with improved performance.

Delta Line introduces the Pegasus B360, a new addition to its BLDC motor drive family

The Pegasus B360 motor drive boasts an output power of up to 360W (phase current up to 12A rms), making it an ideal match for an extensive range of BLDC motors.

Smart/Energy

Powerbox releases new ruggedized power supplies suitable for defense and harsh environments

University of Michigan team and Semiwise collaborate on cryogenic control electronics

The collaboration aims to design cryogenic circuitry and improve the efficiency of quantum computing.

US Critical Materials discovers exceptional gallium grades among the high-grade rare earths at its Sheep Creek project

US Critical Materials’ Sheep Creek project has the potential to be an equally high-grade alternative to China for the gallium used in a wide range of applications.

Zap Energy reaches 37 million degrees in a Z-pinch fusion device

A recent study presents data on the highest recorded electron temperatures achieved in a small-scale Z-pinch fusion device stabilized by sheared flow.

Power Supplies & Energy Storage

Powerbox releases new ruggedized power supplies suitable for defense and harsh environments

US Critical Materials discovers exceptional gallium grades among the high-grade rare earths at its Sheep Creek project

US Critical Materials’ Sheep Creek project has the potential to be an equally high-grade alternative to China for the gallium used in a wide range of applications.

Unveiling the Future of EV Batteries with Ferrari

Ferrari recently opened and sponsored the E-Cells Lab, the new electrochemical research center at the University of Bologna (Italy).

PCIM Europe 2024, Peter Higgs, Battery Management Systems: Power Electronics Week Insights

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on PCIM Europe 2024, Peter Higgs, Battery Management Systems!

Energy Harvesting

Nexperia launches Energy Balance Calculator for enhanced battery life optimization

The Role of Technology in the Energy Transition

In this presentation from our PowerUP Energy 2023 Virtual Conference, we will review technology’s role in the energy transition.

Enhancing Heat Pump Performance: Innovations in Sensors and Drivers

In this presentation from our PowerUP Energy 2023 Virtual Conference, we will review heat pump sensor innovations and driver enhancements for improved efficiency.

Combating Climate Change With Green Energy Solutions

In this presentation from our PowerUP Energy 2023 Virtual Conference, explore green energy solutions combating climate change and learn about the role of wide-bandgap power systems.

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Components & Devices

Powerbox releases new ruggedized power supplies suitable for defense and harsh environments

Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+: Power Electronics Week Insights

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+!

US Critical Materials discovers exceptional gallium grades among the high-grade rare earths at its Sheep Creek project

US Critical Materials’ Sheep Creek project has the potential to be an equally high-grade alternative to China for the gallium used in a wide range of applications.

Wide Bandgap Week Insights – April 26, 2024

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read news about SiC, GaN, and Wide Bandgap Materials!

Thermal Management

A Complete AI Thermal Design and Analysis Solution for Electronic Systems

PEN eBook April 2024: Thermal Design for Power Electronics

The April 2024 Power Electronics News eBook discusses thermal design trends, e-mobility, wide bandgap semiconductors and more.

Bourns launches a new miniature resettable thermal cutoff (TCO) device series

Bourns’ latest TCO devices feature higher current-carrying capabilities to protect today’s high energy density batteries.

AspenCore, Tecno Join Forces to Present PowerUP and Fortronic Conference & Exhibition in Milan

AspenCore and Tecno announce their partnership as organizers for the PowerUP and Fortronic Conference & Exhibition, set to take place Sept. 18–19, 2024 in Milan at the NH Milano Congress Centre.

Assemblies & Cables

Easy-to-Scale Power Module Drivers for Renewable Energy Applications Deliver Optimized Paralleling

How Are Wire and Cable Assembly Prices Impacting the Energy Sector?

The elevated prices of wire and cable assemblies are likely to have a major impact on the energy sector. Businesses can plan around these impacts but only if they are aware of the market that they face.

Connectors for railway applications

Modern railway networks allow comfortable and rapid travel from one city to another, with ever-increasing traffic volumes.

ERNI introduces new family of Cable-to-Board connectors

ERNI presents the new iBridge Ultra connector family, adding to its extensive offering of Cable-to-Board solutions. The 2.0mm pitch connectors are designed to provide compact…

Test & Measurement

Scientific Notes on Power Electronics: The Fermi-Dirac integral and the Joyce-Dixon approximation

University of Michigan team and Semiwise collaborate on cryogenic control electronics

The collaboration aims to design cryogenic circuitry and improve the efficiency of quantum computing.

Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+: Power Electronics Week Insights

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on Diamond Semiconductors, WBG, LabVIEW+!

Challenges of Integrating Current Sensing Into WBG Converters

Different tradeoffs in matching all requirements make it difficult to implement one method of current sensing that applies to all cases.