Advances in Discrete Semiconductors March On
Sep 1, 2005
The past three decades have heralded the introduction of MOSFETs, IGBTs, silicon, Schottky and silicon-carbide Schottky diodes, as well as continuing advances in high-voltage rectifiers....
Thermal Issues Count in High-Power Amp Design
Jun 1, 2005
Designers can make sound decisions for
dissipating the heat by choosing devices,
heatsinks and circuits that will realize the
smallest, best-performing design....
Hybrid ICs Drive High-Power IGBT Modules
Mar 1, 2005
A pair of hybrid gate-driver ICs use optocoupling and isolated power supplies in compact, single inline packages to simplify the design of drive circuits for high-power IGBT modules....
Multi-die ICs Optimize Power Control for Automotive
Nov 1, 2004
In many automotive subsystems, there are opportunities to integrate power control and power switch functions. However, the high power levels involved...
Hybrid Rectifier Excels in Power ORing Applications
Jun 1, 2004
ORing diodes are a necessary evil of high-reliability systems. They're used to isolate redundant power sources so a failure of one source won't bring...
Making IGBT Modules Flexible and User-Friendly
Dec 1, 2003
A new platform offers cost-efficient, expandable and flexible IGBT modules. It exploits latest-generation IGBT chip technology to offer optimal power modules for several power systems....
Integrated Platform for Motion Control Design
Aug 1, 2003
A novel system architecture, iMOTION, integrates analog, digital, and power building blocks along with control algorithms in a tightly integrated development platform for encoder-based and sensorless motor control applications....
The Evolution of Smart Power Relays
Jun 1, 2003
Let's compare smart power relays with their traditional electromechanical counterparts to see which one outperforms the other....
SSPCs Handle Heavy Loads With Foldback Current Limiting
Jan 1, 2003
Turning on a power source into a highly capacitive load can wreak havoc on circuit elements and protection devices. Foldback current limiting allows circuit elements to withstand transient currents without over-designing for maximum load conditions....
Compact 48kW Converter Powers X-Ray Machine
Jun 1, 2002
IGBT power modules integrate drivers, isolation, and ZVS logic circuits to lower switching losses, output regulation, and ripple....
Exchanging Heat: Keeping Power Modules Cool
Mar 1, 2002
Designing the cooling system, along with the power modules to drive electric motors increases the overall thermal efficiency, improving the electronic system reliability....
