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FBS-GAM02-P-R50 High-Side Gate Bootstrap Capacitor Charging Circuit Learn more in our recent application note: https://hubs.li/Q02-0mmX0

At the Electronica 2024 conference, a one-panel discussion stood out as a “Mount Rushmore” of SiC and GaN technology. Moderated by Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio this discussion brought leaders together from five companies that are true pioneers in wide-bandgap semiconductor innovation and represent the future of power electronics. Trying to capture all their insights would take too much space, but some of the highlights include: Alex Lidow talked about EPCs sixth-generation GaN devices, emphasizing their cost-effectiveness and efficiency compared to silicon. He noted that GaN is at the forefront of key applications like LiDAR motor drivers for EVs and power supply and conversion for AI-driven data centers. He also highlighted their role in emerging markets like humanoid robotics. On the SiC side, Guy Moxey from Wolfspeed discussed how SiC is leading the charge in industrial and automotive applications and pointed out the transition from silicon-based IGBTs to SiC in these applications. Despite Wolfspeed’s organizational challenges, we shouldn’t overlook their contributions to advancing SiC technology and production. Wolfspeed has truly set the stage for others. Douglas Bailey of Power Integrations bridged the gap between GaN and SiC, explaining how their products integrate GaN flyback converters capable of operating at up to 1700 V, making them ideal for DC-DC applications. He emphasized GaN’s scalability for low-current applications, such as consumer electronics, and its expanding footprint in automotive auxiliary power systems. Professor Florin Udrea of Cambridge GaN Devices Ltd. brought attention to GaN’s growing presence in high-power conversion and increased market adoption that has resulted, in part, from efforts to perfect new manufacturing methodologies – such as GaN-on-Si technology – which leverages existing silicon manufacturing infrastructure. The group discussed challenges to wider WBG adoption, such as manufacturing reliability and performance perceptions. Lidow explained how advancements in device design have made reliability issues negligible, while @Llew Vaughan-Edmundsof Navitas Semiconductor described new topologies like trench-assisted planar gate MOSFETs breaking perceived SiC performance limits. As the panel concluded, a sentiment that stood out to me was: that there should be increased collaboration in the power sector. While the global giants may want to keep their innovation to themselves, these leaders all seem to agree that the future of power electronics will be defined by leveraging complementary strengths. This could be one of the most practical ways to accelerate the wider adoption of GaN and SiC and if the panel was any indication, these companies aren’t just shaping the future—they’re establishing a foundation of collaboration that could be as monumental as any of the technologies they develop, and has the potential to lift the entire industry. #semiconductorindustry #galliumnitride #siliconcarbide

EPC Space's Rad Hard GaN's powering Alpha Data's ADM-VA601 space reference platform for the AMD Versal AI Core XQRVC1902 Adaptable SoC platform for space missions.

At Electronica 2024 in Munich, Bel Lazar, CEO of EPC Space, discussed the company’s progress in radiation-hardened #GaN technology for space missions #space Applications of GaN include GEO satellite DC-DC converters, motor drives, and next-generation space systems. Bel also reflected on the challenges of space exploration, emphasizing the importance of future innovations in #AI, #robotics, and #propulsion technologies to tackle the extreme environments of planets like #Mars and Venus. Video Interview: https://lnkd.in/gQr-NXiP #spacemission #electronica2024

With our new Sales Agent in Central Europe, Kamaka. Welcome to EPC Space family. Marco Hess, Sean Morrison, Camryn Frost

This year, we've expanded into Hall 7! We recommend attending all three days of the show, to maximise your time and meet everyone you had planned to. 🔍 Discover solutions for your latest projects from top companies including AMETEK, HyImpulse, Cookson Industrial, RBC Signals, Photonics Design Bureau, LusoSpace and EPC Space. Secure your free place today: https://ow.ly/loPC50U35yt #B2BSpaceExhibition #SpaceEngineering #EuropeanSpaceEvent #BremenConference

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supports me on this journey in the world of electronics #electronica2024. A special thanks to all the speakers who made the Power and #Embedded Forum at #Electronica possible, and to all the incredible people I met and interviewed, sharing experiences and future technological adventures. It was a magnificent showcase of technology! Interviews with Wurth Elektronik , EPC Space, Infineon Technologies, imec, MELEXIS , Fraunhofer IIS , and Texas Instruments are coming next week. I have already posted those of onsemi and Allegro MicroSystems https://lnkd.in/gNRDrYg9 Technical contents about our panel discussions on #GaN / #SiC, Infrastructure/EVs, and various aspects of power electronics and #embeddesystems are also on the way. Gaining insights from each of you fosters continuous growth and improvements. Thank you very much! Get ready for more news before Christmas! #powerupmaurizio #powerup Stay tuned for more exciting updates! Passion and innovation drive us forward. #powerelectronics "Never stop learning and listening. Be curious" [..]

At Electronica 2024 in Munich, Bel Lazar, CEO of EPC Space, discussed the company’s progress in radiation-hardened #GaN technology for space missions #space Applications of GaN include GEO satellite DC-DC converters, motor drives, and next-generation space systems. Bel also reflected on the challenges of space exploration, emphasizing the importance of future innovations in #AI, #robotics, and #propulsion technologies to tackle the extreme environments of planets like #Mars and Venus. Video Interview: https://lnkd.in/gQr-NXiP #spacemission #electronica2024

EPC Space's Rad Hard GaN's powering Alpha Data's ADM-VA601 space reference platform for the AMD Versal AI Core XQRVC1902 Adaptable SoC platform for space missions.