Dutch semiconductor company Nexperia has introduced a series of AEC-Q100-qualified general-purpose low-dropout (LDO) voltage regulators that have ultra-low quiescent current, high tracking accuracy and protected outputs capable of direct connection to vehicle batteries. The LDOs are thermally enhanced and can generate a stable voltage source under cold-crank conditions for ripple-sensitive loads in automotive applications including… Read more »
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EPC introduces 100 V GaN Power Transistors
US-based Efficient Power Conversion (EPC), which supplies gallium nitride (GaN) power transistors and ICs, has introduced its EPC2367 100 V eGaN field-effect transistors (FET). Designed for 48 V intermediate voltage bus architectures, the EPC2367 reduces power loss, increasing efficiency and enabling more compact and cost-effective designs. Advantages of the EPC2367 include a compact 3.3 mm… Read more »
A closer look at purpose-built power analyzers for precise EV test and measurement
Q&A with EV measurement engineering experts Coty Harrison and Cristian Loris of Yokogawa Test&Measurement. When tasked with measuring the electrical power of complex systems like EVs, an inexperienced engineer may first reach for general instrumentation like oscilloscopes, data acquisition (DAQ) systems and digital multimeters (DMMs). While these instruments serve useful roles in electrical testing—oscilloscopes analyze… Read more »
dSPACE launches simulation software for power electronics
Germany-based dSPACE, a provider of automotive simulation and validation solutions, has released its XSG Power Electronics Systems software to support the simulation of highly dynamic switching frequencies of up to 500 kHz. The software for hardware-in-the-loop tests contains a library with ready-to-use models of power electronics circuitry so that users can create their simulations quickly… Read more »
Revolutionary xEV Power Conversion Saving Cost And Space
In the pursuit of efficient and cost-effective power conversion, the industry is witnessing a paradigm shift towards the adoption of new technologies and innovative topologies. The increasing pressure to reduce system costs has led to the emergence of game-changing solutions, such as Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices. These wide-bandgap semiconductors offer… Read more »
Powering AI In Automotive
The automotive industry is experiencing a remarkable increase in computational demand, especially in Automated Driving and Premium Cockpit Infotainment systems. As a result, the need for robust high-current voltage rails in vehicle SoCs and central car computers is more critical than ever. Infineon addresses these challenges with a range of automotive power management solutions, including… Read more »
ROHM launches 650 V GaN high-electron-mobility transistors for automotive applications
Japanese electronic parts manufacturer ROHM Semiconductor has released GNP2070TD-Z 650 V GaN high-electron-mobility transistors (HEMTs) in the TO-Leadless (TOLL) package. The TOLL package, which features a compact design with high heat dissipation, current capacity and switching performance, is increasingly being adopted in applications that require high power handling, particularly inside industrial equipment and automotive systems. ROHM has… Read more »
Utilizing high efficiency power electronics to support charger infrastructure BESS (Webinar)
When developing Battery Energy Storage Systems for EV charger infrastructure support, high efficiency and bi-directional buck-boost technologies offer flexible, low-cost, and reliable solutions. Join this session at next week’s Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, presented by Unico, where we will dive into the challenges and details that UNICO successfully overcame for a recent BESS bi-directional… Read more »
REE Automotive’s modular REEcorners enable unprecedented flexibility in EV design
Taking the EV skateboard chassis to another level Q&A with Dr. Peter Dow, REE Automotive’s VP of Engineering. To a large extent, vehicles are designed around their propulsion systems. The first generation of modern EVs shoehorned an electric motor and a battery into a vehicle that was designed around an engine, a transmission and a… Read more »
Designing dust collection systems for optimal battery production (Webinar)
This presentation will explore critical dust and fume control strategies in Li-ion battery manufacturing. We’ll delve into key design considerations, including centralized systems for processes like mixing and coating, and decentralized solutions like small, process-specific collectors for cell manufacturing. We’ll discuss the advantages of a hybrid approach, ensuring flexibility for future advancements in battery technology…. Read more »
