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New SiC FET Option for EV Charging Applications from UnitedSiC Adds 4-Lead Kelvin Device

New SiC FET Option for EV Charging Applications from UnitedSiC Adds 4-Lead Kelvin Device

Designing an EV charging power system? UnitedSiC just served up an SiC FET option with you in mind.


News Jun 24, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
UPS in Critical Data Centers

UPS in Critical Data Centers

Data center applications require reliable power sources. Learn more about uninterruptible power supplies in data centers.


“The Future of Power”: Infrared Beams Could Be the Next Step in Wireless Charging Evolution

“The Future of Power”: Infrared Beams Could Be the Next Step in Wireless Charging Evolution

Wi-Charge is using IR beams to charge devices wirelessly with (literal) laser precision.


News Jun 12, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
TDK Announces Thin-Film Power Inductor Primed for Mobile Device Design

TDK Announces Thin-Film Power Inductor Primed for Mobile Device Design

What are thin-film inductors and how can they help with mobile design? Learn about a new inductor from TDK.


News Jun 04, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Microgrids vs. the Macrogrid: The Applications of Microgrids in Today’s Power Systems

Microgrids vs. the Macrogrid: The Applications of Microgrids in Today’s Power Systems

Learn more about the argument for microgrids.


News Jun 02, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
STMicroelectronics Unveils the STM32G4 Series of Microcontrollers

STMicroelectronics Unveils the STM32G4 Series of Microcontrollers

ST's new MCUs target applications in e-mobility, digital power supplies, motor control, lighting, and building automation.


News May 30, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Will Energy Harvesting Be What Fuels the Growth of the IoT?

Will Energy Harvesting Be What Fuels the Growth of the IoT?

This article explores the challenge of constantly powering the billions of devices that make up the IoT and how energy harvesting could be an effective solution.


AVX Tantalum Ultra Low ESR COTS-Plus Series | Tech Specs

AVX Tantalum Ultra Low ESR COTS-Plus Series | Tech Specs

TBM COTS-Plus series capacitors are designed with multiple internal anodes, resulting in ultra-low ESR and improved performance in high ripple power applications, making them ideal for pulse power and power supplies.


new products May 21, 2019 by TTI, Inc
Finding a Solution to Extend the Run-Time of a DSLR/DSLM Camera Design

Finding a Solution to Extend the Run-Time of a DSLR/DSLM Camera Design

This article presents the challenges of powering a digital camera and proposes a new design approach to save power while being more flexible.


“True Autonomy” for Robotics? WiBotic and GaN Systems Announce High-Power Wireless Charging Solution

“True Autonomy” for Robotics? WiBotic and GaN Systems Announce High-Power Wireless Charging Solution

Are robots moving towards wireless charging—and GaN? A new power system aims to support autonomous charging.


News May 06, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Dialog Semi Focuses on Ultra-Low-Ripple with New Buck Regulator/LDO and PMIC for Low-Power Devices

Dialog Semi Focuses on Ultra-Low-Ripple with New Buck Regulator/LDO and PMIC for Low-Power Devices

Dialog Semi has released a new PMIC and a new buck regulator/LDO combo with a focus on ultra-low ripple.


News Apr 25, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Understanding Capacitor Leakage to Make Smart Things Run Longer

Understanding Capacitor Leakage to Make Smart Things Run Longer

Analyzing the leakage current from capacitors in the circuit of smart devices and selecting alternative components to reduce leakage could allow smart devices to last longer.


Diodes Incorporated Announces ReDriver IC to Boost Signal Quality Over High-Speed PCIe Interfaces

Diodes Incorporated Announces ReDriver IC to Boost Signal Quality Over High-Speed PCIe Interfaces

A new repeater IC is designed to maintain signal integrity for server, storage, and networking applications.


News Apr 19, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Designing a System Monitor 4-MUX LCD Driver Solution

Designing a System Monitor 4-MUX LCD Driver Solution

This application note describes a simple hardware implementation of a 4-Mux LCD driver using time division multiplexing techniques along with system monitoring using a GreenPAK IC.


TT Electronics Announces New Gate Drive Transformers for Automotive Battery Management Applications

TT Electronics Announces New Gate Drive Transformers for Automotive Battery Management Applications

As the EV market grows, TT Electronics offers new small, rugged gate drive transformer options for automotive.


News Apr 17, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Apple Cancels AirPower Program Just as the Wireless Charging Power Application Heats Up

Apple Cancels AirPower Program Just as the Wireless Charging Power Application Heats Up

Apple pulls its wireless charging platform as the application gets more chip-level hardware. What gives?


News Apr 09, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
Industry Trends in Automotive Power Showcase Breakthroughs in Speed and Materials

Industry Trends in Automotive Power Showcase Breakthroughs in Speed and Materials

Learn what innovative components are driving EVs, 5G, and sophisticated applications toward widespread use.


News Apr 02, 2019 by Gary Elinoff
What Is a Microcontroller? The Defining Characteristics and Architecture of a Common Component

What Is a Microcontroller? The Defining Characteristics and Architecture of a Common Component

In this article we’ll look at the defining characteristics of these extremely popular ICs, and then we’ll explore the internal architecture.


Utilizing SiC JFETs in Circuit Protection Applications

Utilizing SiC JFETs in Circuit Protection Applications

In this article, we will look at the characteristics of the SiC JFET and how these characteristics are suited for circuit protection applications.


AVX 9176-800 Series IDC Connectors | Tech Specs

AVX 9176-800 Series IDC Connectors | Tech Specs

AVX 9176-800 series IDC connectors are ideal for space-constrained, harsh environment applications requiring a robust wire-to-board termination for signal and power.


new products Mar 08, 2019 by TTI, Inc