Power Electronics News

6 days ago | powerelectronicsnews.com | Filippo Di Giovanni

The large-scale deployment of lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries across various applications raises significant concerns regarding their recycling and reuse after reaching the end of their life cycle. Therefore, it is essential to implement techniques and procedures that minimize environmental impact and create new business opportunities. This approach aligns with the principles of circular and green economies.

1 week ago | powerelectronicsnews.com | Aalyia Shaukat

For those who may not know, Mike Engelhardt is the author ofLTspice, which was originally produced by Linear Technology and eventually bought by Analog Devices Inc. LTspice was not Engelhardt’s first rodeo with writing simulators; he got his start in the 1970s simulating particle collisions at a physical lab and later writing a simulator for a scanning electron microscope, a program that ran on a cluster of Sun workstations at the time.

2 weeks ago | powerelectronicsnews.com | Filippo Di Giovanni

In the span of a few years, China has become the world’s leader in manufacturing battery-electric vehicles, also known as new energy vehicles (NEVs) by Chinese media. According to data from the International Energy Agency, China holds a dominant share of the global battery-operated vehicle market, with over 50% of EVs on roads worldwide being found in China. Globally, Chinese EVs hold a significant market share, with 71% of global EV and plug-in hybrid sales attributed to Chinese brands.

3 weeks ago | powerelectronicsnews.com | Stefano Lovati

Power electronics has undergone significant advancements in recent years, with inverters playing a crucial role in converting DC power to AC power across applications ranging from electric vehicles (EVs) to renewable energy systems. Traditionally, silicon-based power devices such as Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs) have dominated inverter designs due to their reliability and well-established manufacturing ecosystem.

3 weeks ago | powerelectronicsnews.com | Filippo Di Giovanni

Over the past years, renewable energy has steadily grown globally, driven by resource availability, policy frameworks, and technological advancements. As of 2024, renewables accounted for almost 30% of global electricity generation, with natural resources like wind and solar being the fastest-growing. Hydropower remains the largest renewable source, while new technologies like green hydrogen and advanced battery storage are emerging.