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  • Distinguishing Discretes

    • Distinguishing Discretes

    Discrete components and similar basic board-level devices are in a state of disruptive growth, fomented by both material and topology advances. Knowing your tech is critical in solution selection.
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    The Other Power Transistor Aiming to Dominate the Age of SiC

    Sept. 5, 2024
    Explore the integration of silicon-carbide (SiC) technology and advanced circuit design to enhance the overall density and efficiency of power converters.
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    Graphene-Based Transistors Receive R&D and Mass-Media Attention

    Feb. 28, 2024
    Humble carbon in graphene form is the subject of considerable research effort for non-silicon active devices.
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    History of the Transistor: How “Can You Hear Me Now” Led to Today’s Tech

    Feb. 22, 2024
    The transistor was born out of necessity, forged in experimentation and anger, and will go on to drive next-gen technology for the foreseeable future.
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    The Transistor Enters the Nanosheet Era

    Jan. 12, 2024
    The world is heading into the age of gate-all-around (GAA) or nanosheet transistors. While it was never going to save Moore’s Law by itself, the new device is opening the door...
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    Your Next Bio-Transistor May Consist of Silk, Not Silicon

    Jan. 8, 2024
    Hybrid transistors based on silk protein set the stage for integration of biology and microelectronics.

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    In Praise of the Basics: Passives, Discretes, Magnetics, Wires, and Packaging

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    No matter how sophisticated the software and how fast and powerful the logic, without the rest of the components, wiring, and packaging, nothing would work.
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    11 Myths About Silicon Carbide

    June 22, 2023
    Silicon carbide can provide more efficient electronics, but myths still abound about its use.
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    Electronic Fuse Uses SiC MOSFETs to Prevent High Currents

    June 12, 2023
    The new e-fuse from Microchip Technology suits virtually any high-voltage power-distribution system.
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    Designing Isolated Gate Drivers for SiC MOSFETs in Traction Inverters

    June 12, 2023
    Sponsored by Texas Instruments: As the EV industry matures, it’s critical that these vehicles are efficient, reliable, and safe—and isolated gate drivers will be a critical factor...
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    SiC Fits into the Future of Renewable Energy, DC Fast Chargers

    June 7, 2023
    Agreements are in place for onsemi to supply its SiC MOSFETs and other power devices to energy-infrastructure OEMs.
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    GaN Heads to Higher Power Levels for Renewable Energy, EVs

    May 18, 2023
    GaN is dominating in chargers and adapters for smartphones and laptops. In this latest installment of "The Briefing," we review its progress at even higher power levels.
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    MOSFET Relays Introduction – Episode 1

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    Introduction to Omron's MOS FET Relays, the G3VM series, and a showcase of the comparisons between MOS FET relays and mechanical relays.
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    TechXchange: Silicon Carbide (SiC)

    May 3, 2023
    SiC MOSFETs and other devices are hitting their stride in high-voltage power electronics.
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    Dostal's Designs: Limit Current with Integrated MOSFET

    May 2, 2023
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    1200-V IGBTs Take Aim at High-Speed Power Supplies

    March 24, 2023
    While SiC MOSFETs take over more of the power market, the silicon IGBT still has its place.
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    Exploiting SiC MOSFETs to Power EV Innovation

    March 23, 2023
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    The significantly increased performance of modern electronics, especially in the areas of wireless and power, are putting pressure on the passives, discretes, and magnetics to...
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    What’s the Difference Between PNP and NPN Transistors?

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    What’s the Difference Between Silicon Carbide and Silicon?

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