Overview of Motor Control in Electric Vehicles
WEBApr 20, 2023 · The Motor Control Unit (MCU) is an electronic module that interfaces between the batteries (DC power sources) and the motor (AC or BLDC). Its main task is to control the EV’s speed and acceleration based on throttle input. The main activities performed by an MCU are the following: Control the motor torque and speed.
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WEBPower Electronics Survey. June 7, 2024 Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio. The document covers industry expertise, design tools, component selection, design challenges, emerging technologies, and professional development in power electronics, offering insights into tools, strategies, and advancements shaping the field. eBooks.
Understanding the EV Powertrain - Power Electronics News
WEBApr 13, 2023 · A typical EV powertrain consists of a battery pack, inverters for power transfer and electric motor (s) through a final reduction drive. For hybrid vehicles and plug-in hybrid vehicles, there are additional components in the powertrain, like an ICE, dedicated transmission and exhaust system. The main components of an EV powertrain are:
Silicon Carbide (SiC): 10 Things to Know - Power Electronics News
WEBMar 17, 2021 · Silicon carbide (SiC), a semiconductor compound consisting of silicon (Si) and carbon (C), belongs to the wide bandgap (WBG) family of materials. Its physical bond is very strong, giving the semiconductor a high mechanical, chemical and thermal stability. The wide band gap and high thermal stability allow SiC devices to be used at junction ...
Inrush Current: Causes, Limiters and Protection Circuits
WEBAug 30, 2018 · During power-on, a high inrush current can occur because the power supply’s link capacitor functions to dampen ripples in the output current. This capacitor acts like a short, causing an inrush of current. The inrush lasts until the capacitor is charged. Length of the inrush current depends upon the power supply and link capacitor.
SiC Technology: Challenges and Future Perspectives
WEBOct 12, 2021 · Silicon carbide (SiC), a semiconductor material composed of silicon and carbon, is used to manufacture power devices for high-voltage applications, such as electric vehicles (EVs), power supplies, motor control circuits, and inverters. SiC offers several advantages over conventional silicon-based power …
USB-PD 3.2: Key Updates and Impact - Power Electronics News
WEBMay 29, 2024 · Key updates to USB-PD 3.2. AVS requirements and corrosion mitigation are the major updates to the USB-C and USB-PD specifications. AVS is mandatory for certain power delivery ranges (27–100 W) in USB-PD 3.2. This capability allows the charger to adjust the voltage output to better match the needs of …
Comparing N-Channel and P-Channel MOSFETs: Which is best for …
WEBMay 28, 2024 · To achieve a similar on-state resistance R DS(on) as n-channel MOSFETs, p-channel MOSFETs require a two to three-times larger die size. As a result, in more high-current applications, where low conduction losses are critical, the large die p-channel MOSFETs with very low R DS(on) are not the optimal choice.. While the p-channel device’s larger chip size offers improved thermal performance ...
CES 2022: GaN Technology for the Next Future
WEBJan 6, 2022 · CES 2022: GaN Technology for the Next Future. January 6, 2022 Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio. The year 2021 was a transitional year in which the world decided to open its doors to GaN. In an interview with Power Electronics News during CES week, GaN industry experts confirmed that GaN is now proving its superiority over silicon.
Filippo Di Giovanni - Power Electronics News
WEBSep 17, 2024 · Infineon Inaugurates World’s Largest 200-mm SiC Fab. August 12, 2024 Filippo Di Giovanni. The first phase of the project will focus on manufacturing SiC power semiconductors and will include GaN epitaxy with an investment worth €2 …