In the pursuit of efficient and cost-effective power conversion, the industry is witnessing a paradigm shift towards the adoption of new technologies and innovative topologies. The increasing pressure to reduce system costs has led to the emergence of game-changing solutions, such as Gallium Nitride (GaN) and Silicon Carbide (SiC) power devices. These wide-bandgap semiconductors offer … Continue reading “GaN and SiC: revolutionary xEV power conversion saving cost and space (Webinar)”
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The company designed its own battery hardware, giving it far more capacity than the market-leading home battery systems. Base Power wrote its own software to govern the batteries and operate them as a decentralized fleet bidding into the wholesale markets. And the startup does its own sales, installations, and long-term maintenance. The corporate strategy, Dell explained, … Continue reading “Base Power offers Texans big backup batteries, no purchase necessary”
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Join us to learn about the importance of thermal conductivity in enhancing the performance and reliability of power electronic systems. In this webinar at our March Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, presented by Parker Lord, you will discover key strategies for material selection, design optimization and real-world applications that can lead to improved efficiency and … Continue reading “Thermal conductivity considerations for EV power electronics (Webinar)”
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Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD), a spinout from Cambridge University in the UK, has secured $32 million in Series C financing to expand its operations in the UK, North America, Taiwan and Europe. The investment was led by an unnamed strategic investor and included participation from British Patient Capital as well as existing investors Parkwalk, BGF, … Continue reading “Cambridge GaN Devices raises $32 million to expand power semiconductor production”
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Tesla spent over a year investigating the issue at the behest of a non-U.S. regulatory agency In the U.S. Tesla’s latest recall affects the 2023 Model 3 and Model Y Tesla’s NHTSA recall filing leaves unanswered questions for global markets Tesla has acknowledged over 300,000 of its EVs could lose power steering. On Thursday, Tesla’s … Continue reading “Power steering could fail in over 370,000 Teslas, recall initiated”
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Optimizing DC link capacitors is crucial for enhancing the efficiency and reliability of traction inverters in electric vehicles. This session will explore TDK’s advanced capacitor solutions, including PCC, xEV Cap, DC Link series, and CeraLink, highlighting their role in stabilizing power delivery, reducing losses, and improving thermal performance. Join this webniar at our next Virtual … Continue reading “The power behind EV inverters: why DC link capacitors matter (Webinar)”
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Photo by AS Photography on Pexels.com The International Energy Agency’s (IEA) newly released “Electricity 2025” report predicts that global power consumption will jump nearly 4% annually through 2027. That’s like adding an entire Japan’s worth of electricity use every year for the next three years. The report points to a few key drivers behind this … Continue reading “IEA: power use to soar through 2027, but renewables will keep up”
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Dannar keeps adapting its Mobile Power Station to meet the needs of the electrified off road market, bringing power to forests, construction sites, and rural farms when it’s needed. But now, the MPS doing more than just provide the power to do the work – its moving dirt! Since I first saw it at the 2020 … Continue reading “Dannar Power Station concept continues to evolve beyond “just” power”
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Danfoss Power Solutions has introduced its Editron EM-PMI540B electric motor for electric or hybrid drivetrains in demanding applications such as off-highway machinery and marine vessels. Based on synchronous reluctance-assisted permanent magnet technology, the EM-PMI540B functions as both a motor and a generator. It offers efficiency of approximately 96% and non-stop continuous power for as long … Continue reading “Danfoss Power Solutions launches motor for electric off-highway and marine applications”
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Kia is recalling 62,872 EV6 electric vehicles because onboard charging control units could become damaged and trigger a reduced-power driving mode. The recall covers 2022-2024 models, which have integrated charging control units that may become damaged by certain electrical loads, preventing them from charging the vehicles’ 12-volt batteries, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety … Continue reading “Kia EV6 recalled for loss of drive power”