Next Generation of GaN for Electrification
Gallium nitride is a key component of future energy-efficient electric vehicles and 5G networks. Hexagem, a Lund University–based startup, is developing a new solution at the Swedish research institute Rise testbed ProNano. This solution should contribute to greater electrification and a sustainable future.
Wide-Bandgap Semiconductors Drive Vehicle Electrification
In a panel session on wide-bandgap semiconductors for EVs at the recent Advanced Automotive Tech Forum, three industry experts discussed efforts to address GaN and SiC current challenges and future opportunities.
New Silicon Power MOSFET Technology Rivals GaN with Near-Zero Reverse Recovery and Low On-Resistance
This new silicon power mosfet offers near-zero reverse-recovery losses, bringing an advantage to silicon that is usually seen only in gallium nitride technologies while maintaining the cost and compatibility advantages of silicon.
Standards are Needed to Fully Control Air in Buildings
We’ll explore how replaceable standardized fans and dampers could potentially be used in next generation HVAC systems.
Multi-phase MHZ Converter with GaN
This article presents three different designs affecting measurements of a non-invasive contactless current sensor. The converter is a two-phase DC/DC GaN converter with 120VDC input operating at 6.7MHz. 120VDC is a standard voltage level in the secondary power system at the International Space Station (ISS).
Keeping Cool and Calm in Tight Environments — The GaN Way
GaN offers lower conduction and switching losses that enable higher switching-frequency operation at high efficiency adapters.
Wide-Bandgap Materials Address EV Power and Efficiency Requirements
SiC and GaN technologies have grown tremendously over the years, demonstrating that they can hugely benefit power management
New GaN Technology Simplifies Driving GaN-Based HEMTs
GaN-based lateral transistors can operate at high switching frequencies, allowing for a very compact design.
LCR Meter with Extended Frequency Range Boosts Measurement Performance
By measuring the phase-sensitive ratio of the voltage between two electrical ports of the device and the resulting current flowing through the same, an LCR meter allows to measure the absolute impedance and phase, as well as its real and imaginary parts. Rohde & Schwarz recently introduced a new family of LCR meters.
Impedance Matching for NFC Applications: Part 2
The challenge in enabling a device to communicate via NFC lies in the filter and matching network for the NFC antenna. Part 1 of this article introduced the theory of complex conjugate impedance matching.
Wide-Bandgap Semiconductors: The Next Wave of GaN and SiC
The WBG panel discussion focused on “the next wave of GaN and SiC,” taking its cue from the day’s topic presentations.
Impedance Matching for NFC Applications
To enable a device to communicate via near-field communication, you need a microcontroller, an NFC interface, and an antenna. The challenges are the filter and matching network to which the NFC antenna is connected.
What Drives Autonomous Vehicles?
The autonomous vehicle (AV) industry continues to evolve across many aspects: technologies, use cases, safety standards, safety legislation, and many others.
How to Test an AC Capacitor with a Multimeter
In our practical life and work, the vast majority of electrical equipment or household appliances, are using alternating current (AC), the power supply department grid to provide alternating current.
What is a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter?
A ground fault circuit interrupter(GFCI) is an electrical device installed to protect against severe electric shocks. It can also reduce electrocutions, minimize electrical burns and shock injuries, and detect ground faults, and interrupts the flow of electric current.
What is SMA RF Connector
The SMA connector is an effective sub-miniature RF and microwave connector that has a screw fixing to provide reliable connectivity.
Graphics Card Explained: Classification, Working and Structure
A Graphics card (Video card, Display card, Video adapter) is one of the basic components of personal computers. It converts the display information required by the computer system to drive the display, which is an important component that connects the monitor and the PC motherboard, and is one of the important equipment of "human-machine". Its built-in parallel computing capability is also used for deep learning and other operations.
DC Voltage: What is It & DC VS AC Symbols
Dc voltage refers to the voltage in which the direction of current remains constant in time.
RG6 VS RG59: Exploring the Distinctions
Coaxial cable refers to a cable with two concentric conductors, and the conductor and the shield share the same axis.
Comprehensive Explanation of Capacitors
Along with the electronic information technology change rapidly, digital electronic product updates faster and faster, with the flat-panel TV (LCD and PDP) products, notebook computer, digital cameras and other consumer electronic products production and sales continued to grow, driven by growth in the capacitor industry.
What is Universal Serial Bus (USB)?
Universal Serial Bus (USB) is a serial bus standard and a technical specification for input and output interfaces. It is widely used in information communication devices.
How to Test Ignition Coil with Multimeter
An ignition coil is a critical component in the operation of an engine, providing power for the ignition process to ignite the compressed fuel mixture.