Airbus, a global pioneer in the aerospace industry, and STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor provider, have signed an agreement to cooperate on power electronics Research & Development to support more efficient and lighter power electronics, essential for future hybrid-powered aircraft and full-electric urban air vehicles. The collaboration builds on evaluations already conducted by both companies to explore…
New Microsoft MPLAB SiC Power Simulator evaluates SiC power devices
The electrification of everything is driving the growth of SiC semiconductors as large market segments such as E-Mobility, sustainability and industrial turn to SiC power solutions because of its fast-switching capabilities, lower power loss, and higher-temperature performance. To help power design engineers transition to SiC power solutions with ease, speed and confidence, Microchip Technology announces…
Infineon’s QDPAK and DDPAK cooling packages registered for JEDEC standard
The trends toward higher power density and cost optimization dominate the development goals of efficient high-power applications that create substantial value for segments such as electromobility. To push these boundaries, Infineon Technologies has announced it has successfully registered its QDPAK and DDPAK top-side cooling (TSC) packages, which are ideal for high-voltage MOSFETs as a JEDEC…
Software République unveils advancements in smart, secure, and sustainable mobility
Software République, an open innovation ecosystem for intelligent, secure, and sustainable mobility, presents its first milestones during the sixth edition of Viva Technology – one year after its launch by Atos, Dassault Systèmes, Orange, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics, and Thales. In only a few months, Software République has taken important steps to advance innovations to meet…
Microchip to support Mersen’s SiC Power Stack Reference Design
E-mobility and renewable energy systems require power-management solutions that drive performance and cost efficiencies while speeding up development time. To keep pace with these requirements, Microchip Technology announced its collaboration with Mersen on a 150 kilovolt-ampere (kVA), three-phase, silicon-carbide Power Stack Reference Design. Mersen is a global provider of power-management solutions for several industrial sectors,…
The Software République is shaping tomorrow’s mobility with a new challenge
Since the announcement of the creation of the Software République in April 2021, the six members have aimed to develop tomorrow’s mobility solutions and systems. To stimulate innovation within an open ecosystem, Atos, Dassault Systèmes, Orange, Renault Group, STMicroelectronics, and Thales, are organizing a new competition called, ‘The Mobility 4.0 Challenge by the Software République.’…
How shared mobility may encourage electric vehicle adoption
Given the high fuel costs for taxis and other vehicles, batteries typically offer drivers long-term savings compared to imported fossil fuels petrol or diesel. Plus, there are the environmental benefits of going electric. Although electric vehicles (EVs) are still pricey with fewer options available, that is changing. Startups and mobility companies are heavily investing in…