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System Solution Guide: Ultra Fast EV Charger

System Solution Guide: Ultra Fast EV Charger

Ultra-fast EV charging enables high-power DC charging—up to 1 MW—directly to EV batteries, drastically reducing charging time and supporting next-gen 800V+ vehicle architectures. This guide outlines key design considerations, from charging topologies like Vienna Rectifier and Dual Active Bridge to system features like bi-directional power flow and PV-storage integration. onsemi offers a complete portfolio of SiC MOSFETs, IGBTs, gate drivers, and evaluation kits to help engineers build efficient, scalable, and safe fast-charging solutions.


System Solution Guide: Solid-State Circuit Breaker

System Solution Guide: Solid-State Circuit Breaker

Solid-State Circuit Breakers (SSCB) use advanced SiC-based semiconductor technology to provide faster, more reliable, and arc-free circuit protection compared to traditional mechanical breakers. This guide outlines the key components and design considerations for building SSCB systems, including switch types, sensing methods, and integration with wireless communication and ground fault protection. It also features system diagrams, recommended onsemi devices, and simulation tools to support efficient and high-performance SSCB design.


System Solution Guide: Zonal Architecture

System Solution Guide: Zonal Architecture

Zonal Architecture is transforming vehicle electronics by decentralizing power and data management through Zonal Control Units (ZCUs), reducing wiring complexity and enabling Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). This guide explores the shift from legacy to zonal systems, highlights technologies like SmartFETs, eFuses, and 10BASE-T1S Ethernet, and explains how centralized computing supports features like over-the-air updates and ADAS.


From Concept to Production: A Modern Approach to Wire Harness Engineering

From Concept to Production: A Modern Approach to Wire Harness Engineering

As electrification and complexity increase in modern systems, wire harness engineering has become a mission-critical discipline. This white paper reveals how leading companies are modernizing their approach with automation and digital tools to design high-quality harnesses faster and more efficiently.


Magnetic Encoders: Increasing Demand on High-Performance Magnetic Encoders with Robust Self-Correcting Angular Error Detection Systems

Magnetic Encoders: Increasing Demand on High-Performance Magnetic Encoders with Robust Self-Correcting Angular Error Detection Systems

Download the white paper to discover how Broadcom’s advanced magnetic encoders use self-correcting technology to overcome angular errors and deliver reliable performance in harsh environments.


SiC Cascode JFETs: Easing the Transition from Silicon to Silicon Carbide

SiC Cascode JFETs: Easing the Transition from Silicon to Silicon Carbide

This white paper explores the advantages of SiC devices with an examination of onsemi’s EliteSiC Cascode JFETs. They combine a SiC JFET with a Si MOSFET to create a normally-off device that simplifies the transition from silicon to silicon carbide while maintaining compatibility with standard Si gate drivers. These devices offer key advantages such as ultra-low RDS(ON), reduced capacitance for faster switching, and improved reliability by eliminating gate oxide concerns.


Using Off-the-Shelf Transformers to Drive SiC FETs

Using Off-the-Shelf Transformers to Drive SiC FETs

Gain insights on choosing the right transformer for SiC FET applications. Download this white paper to optimize performance and explore top transformer types and topologies.


Exploring the Impact of Image Sensors in Robotics and Automation

Exploring the Impact of Image Sensors in Robotics and Automation

Image sensors are essential for enabling autonomy and real-time decision-making in mobile robotics, powering applications like warehouse automation and service robots. This white paper explores how image sensors contribute to technologies like 3D mapping, SLAM, depth detection, and compares rolling and global shutter options, highlighting the impact of shutter efficiency and pixel size. It also delves into how features like Wake-on-Motion and SmartROI optimize robotic vision and reduce power consumption.


System Solution Guide: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

System Solution Guide: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) leverage a mix of sensors and cameras in vehicles—to detect nearby obstacles or potential driver errors, and respond accordingly. To design these systems, you need to understand image sensors, LiDAR, radar, and ultrasonics, as well as ADAS autonomy levels and depth sensing methods. This solution guide covers all that and more to get you started on your next ADAS design.


System Solution Guide: 48V-12V DC-DC Converters

System Solution Guide: 48V-12V DC-DC Converters

With the auto industry migrating to 48V, it’s important to have the right DC-DC conversion technology in place. The current standard for Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicles (MHEV) is to have two batteries, with a 48V - 12V DC-DC converter linking the 48V and 12V batteries. This solution guide provides comprehensive resources on power stage topologies, power module choices, MOSFET devices, eFuses, and more.


System Solution Guide: 48V Powernet Trends

System Solution Guide: 48V Powernet Trends

The era of 48V automotive electrical systems is upon us. This higher voltage technology is vital for supporting all the functions in demand in today’s modern car. Selecting the right MOSFETs, gate drivers, and complementary devices can make or break your design. This solution guide provides a comprehensive resource on 48V powernet trends—recommended devices, application examples, market trends, EV power flow discussions, and more.


Switching Analysis: Testing for Reliability in Power Converter Designs

Switching Analysis: Testing for Reliability in Power Converter Designs

Discover essential reliability testing methods for power converter designs in safety-critical industries like automotive, aerospace, and defense.


Maximize Efficiency with a Cost-Effective Silicon-Based Vienna Rectifier Solution

Maximize Efficiency with a Cost-Effective Silicon-Based Vienna Rectifier Solution

Optimize your Vienna rectifier design with a cost-effective silicon-based solution. Download this white paper to explore performance insights and design strategies.


Wi-Fi 7 Technology Introduction

Wi-Fi 7 Technology Introduction

IEEE 802.11be (Wi-Fi 7) offers extremely high throughput, lower latency, and higher reliability, with advancements like wider bandwidths and multi-link operation. Explore the key technologies and testing challenges in this comprehensive white paper.


Next-Gen 650 V SiC MOSFETs Improve Performance for EV Applications

Next-Gen 650 V SiC MOSFETs Improve Performance for EV Applications

Onboard chargers (OBCs) and DC-DC converters in EVs demand high performance but are also cost-sensitive applications. This white paper investigates onsemi’s M3S 650V SiC MOSFET technology for high-speed switching power applications in electric vehicles and other energy-efficient systems.


Thermal and Electrical Modeling and Optimization of SiC Power Modules for Traction Inverters

Thermal and Electrical Modeling and Optimization of SiC Power Modules for Traction Inverters

When designing robust SiC power modules, it is critical to consider package inductance, die−level mismatch, and Joule heating. This paper investigates these key characteristics, demonstrates the effectiveness of simulation tools in modeling SiC power module performance, and proposes mitigation measures to further improve reliability.


From Analog to AI: The Sensor Continuum

From Analog to AI: The Sensor Continuum

Sensors are a machine’s interface into our world. Download this white paper to learn how advancements are enabling new applications, increasing automation and productivity.


Super−Exposure Pixel Image Sensors Combat LED Flicker to Improve ADAS Safety

Super−Exposure Pixel Image Sensors Combat LED Flicker to Improve ADAS Safety

Learn how image sensors using pixel overflow technology provided increased dynamic range and LED flicker mitigation when compared to competing multiple exposure and split-diode exposure technologies. Super-exposure pixels are ideal for demanding automotive applications.


EA Elektro-Automatik’s Future-Proof Battery Cycler and Test System Adapts to Evolving EV Battery Technologies

EA Elektro-Automatik’s Future-Proof Battery Cycler and Test System Adapts to Evolving EV Battery Technologies

As demand for EVs grows stronger, new battery technologies will be required to supplement and eventually replace classic Li-ion battery systems. The advanced EA-BCTS-10300 battery cycling and test system from EA Elektro-Automatik provides the tools to economically adapt to new EV battery testing paradigms.


Overcoming the Challenges of Silicon Carbide to Ensure Application Success

Overcoming the Challenges of Silicon Carbide to Ensure Application Success

Silicon Carbide has moved to the front of the pack for offering high efficiency in high power applications. Applications like solar inverters, EV chargers, and others are expected to migrate to SiC to leverage its advantages. This white paper from onsemi examines the challenges inherent in SiC manufacturing, and explains the company’s innovative approach to implementing its SiC process technology.