Insulated-gate bipolar transistors (IGBTs) have been around for decades, but the 7th generation finally brings a much-awaited revolution. Our expert Blaž explains what the new IGBT7 technology means for silicon-based designs and what five “values” make it unique....
In this episode, our expert guests Dirk and Christoph explain “10 kWh for 100 km” and discuss how semiconductors not only enable decarbonization in eMobility , but also ensure the “fun-to-drive” factor.
The industry no longer looks at silicon carbide (SiC) as it did just a few short years ago. In this episode, EBV’s Milan Ivkovic and Infineon’s Peter Friedrichs discuss how the two companies have been working together to accelerate the adoption of SiC in a variety of applications.
Over the past three years, EBV and Infineon have been working closely together to make the transition to silicon carbide (SiC) smoother for our customers. In this episode, EBV’s Slobodan Puljarevic and Infineon’s Pierre-Yves Ferrard discuss how their partnership has evolved to achieve success – even in turbulent times....
Silicon carbide (SiC) is a precious resource, so how do we make the most of it? Join us as Vice President SiC Peter Friedrichs explains how a new technology called Cold Split is helping us get nearly double the number of wafers out of a SiC boule.
Our world is controlled by industrial drives – from the simple pump that brings water to your faucet to the advanced robotic arm that assembles your new car. Our experts Wolf-Dieter and Andreas discuss the role semiconductors play in making these industrial drives more efficient.
Energy regulations and air quality concerns are driving the demand for smart commercial HVAC . Listen as our expert Lara explains what makes these systems smart and how they are becoming even smarter with semiconductors.
Solar power is essential for decarbonization, but what happens when the sun isn’t out? Listen as our expert Suresh explains how hybrid inverters bridge this gap by combining energy generation and energy storage ....
How is industrial automation , fueled by data and advanced semiconductors, revolutionizing the manufacturing landscape? Listen as our expert Ingo delves into the transformative impact of automation on factories and the power of semiconductors behind it.
We’re pulling out the crystal ball for silicon carbide! Join Vice President SiC Peter Friedrichs as he looks ahead to explain what the future holds for SiC and what trends are driving us there.
With great power comes great responsibility – or perhaps just great designs! Listen as our expert Ainhoa talks about how SiC in power modules has evolved over the years and what considerations are important when choosing a module for your power electronics design.
Great things come in small packages… especially when it’s silicon carbide! In this episode, our experts Edward and Giuseppe talk about the different discrete package options for SiC and what we can expect in the future.
Who needs diamonds, when you have silicon carbide? In our latest episode, Christian explains what SiC and diamonds have in common and how new device technologies are pushing SiC designs even further.
No longer just an innovation for the next generation of power semiconductors, silicon carbide (SiC) has arrived. Listen as Eva explains how SiC has already transformed many applications like EV charging and photovoltaic and what design engineers should consider when switching to SiC.
In this episode, our application managers Torsten Klemmer and Daniel Makus discuss the strengths and weaknesses of both DC and AC charging designs for electric vehicles.
With hydrogen energy growing in importance, we look at how it’s produced – through electrolysis . In this episode, our experts Varun Raghunath and Nils Przybilla explain what hydrogen electrolysis is and how power electronics help make it possible....
Trial-and-error has been (and still is) the most-used method for validating a power system’s design. But what if simulation could digitalize this process – and save you hours of testing in the lab? In this episode, Jaime shares how new simulation tools like IPOSIM could make trial-and-error obsolete.
Grey, green, blue… Who knew hydrogen could be so colorful? In this episode, our technical experts Nils Przybilla and Varun Raghunath explain why hydrogen is everywhere right now and how green hydrogen could change the way we think about energy....
Same-day delivery, groceries at your doorstep, worldwide shipping... Our shopping habits have filled the streets with more and more commercial vehicles, so making them more efficient is top of mind. Join Luciana as she compares the advantages and disadvantages of battery and fuel cell in CAV.
Solar power is opening up new doors when it comes to energy independence and self-consumption, but panels would be useless without the inverters behind them. Join expert Elisabeth Preuss as she discusses the technology and trends in photovoltaics.
If you’ve been using older technologies in your industrial drives designs, it’s time to switch! Our expert Andrea Piccioni explains why IGBT7 is the best choice for designers seeking powerful, efficient, and reliable systems and what role wide-bandgap technologies play in the application.
In modern building projects, heat pumps are on everyone’s mind. In this episode, our expert Dominic Bruellmann explains why heat pumps are becoming more and more popular and how power semiconductors can make them more efficient.
In this podcast episode, our application manager Daniel Makus and host Fabian Schiffer talk about the new opportunities bi-directionality is opening up in EV Charging and other applications.
IPOSIM Lifetime Estimation lets engineers design systems that can grow old with confidence. In the industrial sector especially, these kinds of simulations are very complex and require high levels of expertise. Listen to Aleksandar Josic and Jaime Zapata-Amores explain how Lifetime Estimation can help solve these issues and ensure designers select the best products for their design. Find more information on IPOSIM Lifetime Estimation....
In this episode, our application manager Katrin Glashauser talks about our 22-kW board for industrial drives and how reference designs can help engineers design their next project.
In the first episode of our podcast series on industrial drives, you will get a general overview of industrial motor drives and learn more about regional and global trends shaping this application. You will also learn about Infineon's approach to structuring this huge application and get first insights into the two important technologies IGBT7 and CoolSiC™. Our expert Lara will guide you through the essential key questions to find the right product for your solution.
Whether making factories more efficient or your office complex more comfortable, commercial HVAC systems are enabling smarter buildings. In this episode, our application manager Lara discusses some of the market drivers and opportunities in the world of C-HVAC.
They may have started out as a simple metal box with motor in it, but in the last century, our home appliances have come a long way. In this episode, our application manager Jens takes a look at how big trends like electrification and smartification are driving innovation in home appliances and what future designs we can expect to simplify and connect our daily lives.
In this episode of our podcast, our application manager Elisabeth Preuss and host Fabian Schiffer discuss the current trends in fast EV charging and the way the application is evolving thanks to new technologies.
The megatrend electrification isn‘t just for passenger vehicles. Listen to our expert Marlene discuss the shift to eCAV and take a dive into the Infineon solutions that meet the application‘s unique demands.
