High-performance motor drives commonly use field-oriented control since it offers smooth and efficient operation throughout the entire speed range. BridgeSwitch offers a unique function by providing a small signal output that is an instantaneous representation of the positive phase current.
In partnership with Power Integrations
The superior switching capability of silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFETs, combined with the specific electrical characteristics of these power devices and parasitic elements, requires special attention on the gate drive circuit and layout design to avoid ringing and overshoot from becoming an issue.
In partnership with STMicroelectronics
Learn about safety standards for domestic appliances, how hardware-based motor fault protection works with BridgeSwitch, and see the test results gathered with a reference design.
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Autonomous drones and robots utilize small motors. These fast-spinning mini motors require miniature encoders and IC package sizes. This article shows how an optical sinusoidal encoder provides a higher resolution and increased speeds with a 2x3 mm dual simultaneous-sampling SAR-ADC.
August 11, 2020 by Bonnie Baker, Maxim Integrated
The gallium oxide-based MOSFET, which is about as thin as a single sheet of paper, could help make large and bulky batteries and power systems, such as those used in electric vehicles, smaller.
June 23, 2020 by Luke James
