Damage to a relay contact after cyclic current loading. A better understanding of inverter reliability will help boost performance and reduce costs. Image: Fraunhofer IMWS. Inverters are critical to ...

A 650-V GaN intelligent power module (IPM) from TI enables up to 99% inverter efficiency for major home appliances and HVAC systems. The DRV7308 IPM integrates 650-V, 205-mΩ e-mode GaN FETs in a half ...

New power modules with solderable pin terminals have changed the structure of inverters in applications up to 20kW. The new EconoPACK+ package was designed to fill the gap between 20kW and 100kW ...

The SLIMDIP-Z power semiconductor module from Mitsubishi has a rated current of 30 A to enable simpler, smaller inverter systems for consumer appliances. Scheduled to be released in February 2023, the ...

UNSW researchers have developed a thermal-aware tracking algorithm that reduces solar module temperatures and UV exposure during inverter clipping and curtailment, slowing degradation without lowering ...

Recent developments in IGBT and FWD (free wheeling diode) devices are enabling designers to achieve higher switching performance, lower electrical losses, and higher temperature operation in high ...

KACO new energy, one of the world s largest solar inverter manufacturers with more than 6.8 gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic (PV) inverters in the field, today announced the availability of its ...

Fairchild Semiconductor's Automotive 3-Phase Variable Speed Inverter Power Module Enables Higher Torque Systems, Saves Fuel, Lowers CO 2 Emissions Device Shortens Development Time, Increases ...

Facing range and motor control issues in light EVs? This inverter design claims to cut redesign work and speed up development.

The “highly” integrated system incorporates a single electric machine design providing both generator and drive functionality.

BorgWarner, a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, has secured a contract with a major North American original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to provide a ...

SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Automotive engineers are constantly looking for ways to reduce fuel consumption and lower CO 2 emissions, while at the same time lowering overall system costs. To ...