This course introduces the basic concepts of switched-mode converter circuits for controlling and converting electrical power with high efficiency. Principles of converter circuit analysis are ...

Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems require installation of some type of power electronics to control the flow of energy within the system. For a discussion surrounding ...

Within the scope of this power electronics tutorial, we will investigate the behavior of a silicon carbide (SiC) rectifier whose operating temperature is significantly greater than the temperature of ...

Compared to traditional silicon, power MOSFETs based on silicon carbide (SiC) can handle higher voltages with lower on-resistance (R DS(on)) and superior thermal conductivity, opening the door to ...

Emerging markets such as renewable energy, plug-in electric vehicles and smart grids are driving new demand for power electronics of ever-shrinking size, weight and cost that can boost performance in ...