onsemi announced the availability of nine new EliteSiC Power Integrated Modules (PIMs) enabling bidirectional charging capabilities for ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers and energy storage systems (ESS). The silicon-carbide-based solutions … [Read more...]
GaN device powers solar-powered race car
Power Integrations is providing advanced PowiGaN gallium-nitride (GaN) technology, expert design support, and financial sponsorship for Team aCentauri in the 3,000 km Bridgestone World Solar Challenge later this month. Power Integrations’ Mr. Green … [Read more...]
What role do wide bandgap semiconductors play in EVs?
Wide bandgap (WBG) semiconductors silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) are used for a variety of applications in EVs. Weight and size are even more important in EVs than in conventional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. SiC and … [Read more...]