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Using Permeability to Understand Magnetic Core Saturation

Using Permeability to Understand Magnetic Core Saturation

In this article, we learn about core saturation and why it should be avoided in most applications. We then examine how different ways of defining permeability can help us predict the saturation flux density of a magnetic core.


Understanding How Laminated Cores Reduce Eddy Current Loss

Understanding How Laminated Cores Reduce Eddy Current Loss

Eddy currents are a major loss mechanism in transformer cores. This article provides both in-depth and simplified explanations of how core laminations work to mitigate the effects of eddy currents.


Understanding Magnetic Field Energy and Hysteresis Loss in Magnetic Cores

Understanding Magnetic Field Energy and Hysteresis Loss in Magnetic Cores

In this article, we use the concept of magnetic field energy to explore the relationship between a core's hysteresis loss and its B-H curve.


Next-Gen IGBTs Offer Efficiency for Solar Inverters, Storage, Motors

Next-Gen IGBTs Offer Efficiency for Solar Inverters, Storage, Motors

Onsemi’s 7th generation IGBT modules simplify design and reduce costs in high-power applications. Onsemi spoke with us about the products unveiled at PCIM 2024 in Germany.


News Jun 12, 2024 by Kevin Clemens
Infineon OptiMOS™7 40V | Fast Facts

Infineon OptiMOS™7 40V | Fast Facts

Leading edge MOSFET Technology for Tomorrow’s Automotive Applications


ADVANTECH ECU 150 High Performance Quad Core IoT Gateway | New Product Brief

ADVANTECH ECU 150 High Performance Quad Core IoT Gateway | New Product Brief

Advantech ECU-150 High Performance Quad Core IoT Gateway, powered by an NXP i.MX8M Quad Core Cortex A53 1.3G CPU, is designed for versatile IoT applications. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


A Flash Back at Elihu Thomson, Founder of the U.S. Electrical Industry

A Flash Back at Elihu Thomson, Founder of the U.S. Electrical Industry

Elihu Thomson, a professor-turned-entrepreneur, made several critical discoveries in the field of alternating current (AC), filing more than 700 patents as an inventor. Here’s a look at his life and accomplishments. 


News May 03, 2024 by Arjun Nijhawan
Silicon Labs Plunges Into Energy Harvesting With New Wireless SoCs

Silicon Labs Plunges Into Energy Harvesting With New Wireless SoCs

Silicon Labs has announced its first-ever family of SoCs targeted at energy harvesting applications.


News Apr 24, 2024 by Arjun Nijhawan
All About Circuits Looks Ahead at Embedded World 2024

All About Circuits Looks Ahead at Embedded World 2024

Check out the technologies and products these leading companies plan to showcase at next week's Embedded World trade show in Nuremberg, Germany.


News Apr 03, 2024 by Jeff Child
Infineon Upgrades and Adds to Its Core MOSFET Portfolios

Infineon Upgrades and Adds to Its Core MOSFET Portfolios

Infineon has added new MOSFETs with higher efficiencies and power densities to its popular CoolSiC and OptiMOS lines.


News Mar 18, 2024 by Aaron Carman
Infineon XENSIV™ TLE4973-RE35D5-S0010 | Fast Facts

Infineon XENSIV™ TLE4973-RE35D5-S0010 | Fast Facts

Infineon XENSIV™ TLE4973 family: High precision current sensing for automotive and industrial applications.


Electrify America’s Bold Move: Indoor EV Fast Charging

Electrify America’s Bold Move: Indoor EV Fast Charging

Electrify America will inaugurate an indoor electric vehicle fast-charging station to increase availability of EV charging infrastructure.


News Mar 12, 2024 by Jake Hertz
State of the Industry: Semiconductor Insiders Discuss the Ambitions and Realities of the CHIPS Act

State of the Industry: Semiconductor Insiders Discuss the Ambitions and Realities of the CHIPS Act

The goal of the CHIPS Act is to invigorate US semiconductor manufacturing. Three leaders in the US semiconductor industry with unique perspectives join us to discuss: Will it work? Is it enough? And where should future investments go?


5 Electrical Engineering Research Projects Making Their Mark in 2024

5 Electrical Engineering Research Projects Making Their Mark in 2024

From 3D processors to self-powered sensors, these academic research projects show how "the next big thing" in electronics may emerge from labs worldwide.


News Mar 08, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Nexperia Announces Energy Balance Calculator to Extend Battery Life

Nexperia Announces Energy Balance Calculator to Extend Battery Life

Engineers can now easily visualize what is consumed and what is harvested in an energy-harvesting system that uses Nexperia solutions.


News Feb 19, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Amphenol OCP ORv3 AC Input Connectors & Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Amphenol OCP ORv3 AC Input Connectors & Cable Assemblies | New Product Brief

Amphenol FCI introduces the OCP ORv3 AC Input Connectors and Cable Assemblies, crafted to adhere to Open Compute Project's V3 universal power distribution standards. Watch and learn all about their features, specs, applications, and more!


Sound-Powered Sensors Open Another Avenue to Eliminate Batteries

Sound-Powered Sensors Open Another Avenue to Eliminate Batteries

A new metamaterial-based sensor harvests the vibration energy from sound waves to monitor buildings, earthquakes, or even medical devices—all without batteries.


News Feb 02, 2024 by Duane Benson
Energizing the Future: Real-Time Precision in Renewable Energy Management

Energizing the Future: Real-Time Precision in Renewable Energy Management

Texas Instruments’ General Manager of Grid Infrastructure and Power Supply, Henrik Mannesson, joins us on the Moore’s Lobby podcast to discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with real-time energy measurement and management in the age of renewables.


Three Energy-Harvesting Solutions Show Off IoT Power Possibilities

Three Energy-Harvesting Solutions Show Off IoT Power Possibilities

Several companies took the spotlight at CES 2024 to demo the newest wave of energy-harvesting technology.


News Jan 15, 2024 by Duane Benson
Three New Gate Drivers Tailored for Wide-Bandgap Applications

Three New Gate Drivers Tailored for Wide-Bandgap Applications

New gate driver circuits address the challenges of wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors to help these high-power devices harness their potential.


News Jan 04, 2024 by Darshil Patel