Pickering Electronics has added a 5kV stand-off, up to 1.5kV switching version to its single-in-line Series 104 reed relay family. Previously, to achieve a 5kV stand-off rating, a larger, non-SIP (Single-in-Line-Package) relay was required. Four of … [Read more...]
1200 V SiC power MOSFETs now available in half-bridge packages
SemiQ Inc. has expanded its QSiC power modules portfolio with the introduction of a new series of 1200V silicon-carbide (SiC) power MOSFETs in half-bridge packages. Engineered and tested to operate reliably in demanding environments, these new … [Read more...]
Trigger alerts when Li-ion batteries get too hot
TTape from Littelfuse, a set of temperature-triggered switches, raises a bit that indicates hot batteries. Li-ion batteries can get hot, which can cause failures or worse in the products they power. Thus, it’s important to monitor their … [Read more...]
ABB E-mobility and MAN Truck partner on megawatt-charging R&D
ABB E-mobility has signed an exclusive cooperation agreement with MAN Truck & Bus, a European commercial vehicle manufacturer, according to a recent announcement made at this week's Consumer Electronics Show (CES 2024) in Las Vegas. The companies … [Read more...]
Bosch Rexroth and Modine partner on thermal management for electrified machinery
Collaboration and innovation drive the transition to electric vehicles in industrial vehicles as two transportation industry leaders advance the state of the art together. As part of its efforts to electrify critical off-highway machinery, Bosch … [Read more...]
The shift toward electrified mobile machinery: a Q&A with Domenico Traverso of Danfoss Editron
As I noted in our mobile trends feature last month, the discussion around transitioning machinery to more efficient alternatives, particularly in embracing electric solutions has gained significant traction. This paradigm shift is not merely about … [Read more...]
PIMs now available for power conversion stages in dc fast-charging and ESS applications
Today onsemi announced the availability of nine new EliteSiC Power Integrated Modules (PIMs) enabling bidirectional charging capabilities for dc ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) chargers and energy storage systems (ESS). The silicon carbide-based … [Read more...]
Will this crazy motor concept take off in fluid power?
By Josh Cosford, Contributing Editor You may not know this, but I’m a straight-up car fanatic. There are as many car guy tribes as cars, and there are more ways to be into cars without bumper-sticker-level dedication to one brand. Me? I’m a Mazda … [Read more...]
Mobile machinery: Working toward a sustainable future
All trends in mobile machinery development point toward creating more compact, fuel-efficient machines that reduce emissions. It seems like every day, news is released from key fluid power manufacturers, mobile OEMs themselves, and others about a … [Read more...]
MOV protects circuits from overvoltage and thermal protection
Bourns, Inc. announced its new Model 1220 TPMOV Series Surge Protective Devices (SPDs) that provide robust surge suppression in a compact PCB form factor. Featuring advanced built-in thermal protection capabilities, Bourns designed this latest SPD … [Read more...]
What plating options are available for high-power connectors?
Plating options are numerous and tend to fall into four categories: noble metals, passive metals, alloys, and dispersions. The first three categories are well established, while dispersions are just beginning to appear in response to the need for … [Read more...]
Danfoss launches two new boosting on and off-highway electrification products
Danfoss Power Solutions’ Editron division has launched two new electrification products at this year’s Agritechnica trade fair. Its’ ED3 onboard charger will enable heavy-duty electric vehicles to be charged overnight using readily available AC power … [Read more...]
Sodium-ion batteries on the horizon: Are they ready for mobile machines?
By Anton Zhukov, Electrical Engineer, an expert in uninterrupted power solutions To curb the limited supply and high price of battery-grade lithium, alternative sodium-ion batteries are one of the most developed technologies that can potentially … [Read more...]
How does digital isolation contribute to sustainability?
In general, digital isolation can be implemented using capacitive, giant magneto restrictive (GMR), and magnetic technologies. The digitally isolated gate drivers used to drive silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) devices plus silicon … [Read more...]
Bidirectional power for EVs: Practical and creative opportunities using power modules
Given the coexistence of 400 V and 800 V EVs on the road, what options are there to harmonize these two distinct architectures? We all know the race is on for electrification, whether through government mandates and incentives or consumers … [Read more...]
Domin receives £4.4 million to revolutionize vehicle propulsion
Domin has been awarded £4.4 million by the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC) to participate in Project Additive — an initiative to develop integrated wheel motor and active suspension technology that will revolutionize EV architecture and deliver new … [Read more...]