Next-Gen Solid-State Circuit Breakers, The State of GaN Adoption, SuperQ Technology, PCB, Automotive and Spice PowerUP Podcast

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View this newsletter online November 1, 2023 Your weekly digest of news, analysis and perspective on the global power electronics industry. Advertisement Editor's Note Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio – Editor-in-Chief The performance advantages that silicon carbide devices bring to electric vehicles and solar photovoltaics are well known. However, the material advantages of SiC could potentially be utilized in other applications, one of which is circuit protection. In this issue, we examine recent advancements in this area, including the relative merits of mechanical protection versus solid-state circuit breakers (SSCBs) implemented with various semiconductor devices. Other topics are GaN and its evolution and automotive and recyclable PCBs as a drive pathway toward e-waste reduction. Moreover, we will analyze a new power technology named SuperQ. Don't miss my podcast about spice simulation with QSpice creator Mike Engelhardt. Highlights How SiC Can Enable Next-Gen Solid-State Circuit Breakers Solid-state circuit breakers constructed from SiC-based devices will inevitably become the norm. Read More The State of GaN Adoption What are the factors impacting GaN's adoption across a wide range of power management applications? Read More SuperQ Technology: A Game-Changer in Power Device Innovation iDEAL Semiconductor's SuperQ technology can enhance the performance of power devices manufactured from any semiconductor material. Read More Advertisement Low Impedance Design in Power Circuits This tech paper explores power distribution network design basics, decoupling capacitor types, arrangements, and key points for minimizing impedance via board design. By understanding and applying these principles, engineers can effectively optimize circuits, ensuring their stability and efficiency to meet evolving technological requirements. Download Paper

Recyclable PCBs Drive Pathway Toward E-Waste Reduction Jiva Materials aims to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable electronics industry. Read More Accelerating Circuit Design and Analysis with Simulation Tools (Podcast) In this podcast with the QSpice creator, Mike Engelhardt, we will analyze different aspects of QSpice. Listen Now Self-Driving Semi-Trucks Increase Safety, Efficiency The future of goods transportation is being transformed by Kodiak Robotics' self-driving technology. Read More

Editor's Picks and Latest News GaN, EV, Recyclable PCBs: Power Electronics Week Insights Wine Down Friday with Energous CEO Cesar Johnston Scientific Notes on Power Electronics: Two-Level Limiting circuit Dukosi and Hengmei Announce Joint Development Laboratory in Suzhou, China

From the AspenCore News Network Reliability Risks Arise as Chip Technology Advances All stakeholders in the electronics supply chain depend on the reliability of the complex components they buy and sell. Full Story Microchip Introduces PIC32CZ CA MCUs with Integrated Hardware Security As security threats evolve and become more sophisticated, designers of industrial and consumer applications need to consider implementing security functionality in their devices. Full Story Accelerating Circuit Design and Analysis with Simulation Tools In this podcast with Mike Engelhardt, we will analyze different aspects of the mixed-signal simulator QSPICE. Listen Now How SiC turbocharges EV infrastructure building blocks Below is a sneak peek at 3 EV design areas where SiC devices offer higher levels of power conversion efficiency, density, and reliability. Full Story

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