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

November 1, 2023

Your weekly digest of news, analysis and perspective on the global power electronics industry.

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.

The State of GaN Adoption

What are the factors impacting GaN's adoption across a wide range of power management applications?

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.

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.