Remote I/O system with plug-in connection level and the slimmest modular design currently on the market (11.5-mm module width) saves a lot of space in the switch cabinet thanks to high channel density. - Leaner planning, easier installation, faster commissioning and fewer downtimes with “u-remote”. With “u-remote”, Weidmüller presents its new, modularly [...]
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Power Semiconductor Devices, Semiconductor Jobs, Know-How, e-Car NewsAngular Position Sensors (Shaft Angle Transducer)
09 December 2013
.woo-image { display:none } Almost every machine or industrial process contains one or more rotating shafts. It is therefore important in most instrumentation systems or control systems to be able to measure the exact shaft angle of a mechanical shaft. This angular data can be used to control position, speed or acceleration of a [...]
Industry's first automotive-grade leakage detection IC
06 December 2013
In recent years, with the increased proliferation of electric and hybrid vehicles comes a demand for 100V AC outlets for powering consumer electronics/appliances and to act as an emergency power source. With a guaranteed operating range up to 105C, the BD9582F-M is the industry's first*1 leakage detection IC [...]
Canadian Industrial Power Company takes over the world!
05 December 2013
Sort of anyway… Parent company Power Electronic Components & Systems Group, aka P.E.C.A.S. Group, is out of control – in a good way. The year 2013 is now referred to as “The Growth Year” by company founder and President Afshin Montazeri. Starting out, Afshin formed I.C.T. POWER COMPANY INC. from his apartment in 1992 [...]
Basics of EMC and EMI
03 December 2013
Originally electronics was synonymous with telecommunications (radio, television, telephony). During operation these electronic devices often produced frequencies and harmonics which interfered with the correct operation of other equipment. These undesirable effects were known as RFI (RFI = radio frequency interference = high-frequency disturbance). Since the last few decades the number of electrical and electronic [...]
Play Infineon's Adventskalender holiday game and win fun prizes!
02 December 2013
This holiday season, Infineon wants to help you celebrate even more. We've created a special "Adventskalender" – a holiday game that rewards the spirit of innovation in makers like you. Each day for the next 24 days, we'll ask you one question. Choose the correct answer and you'll be entered to win a fun [...]
IGBT Modules Benefit from Inverted Acoustic Inspection
29 November 2013
When a high-current IGBT module experiences sudden electrical failure in service, the consequences are generally expensive and sometimes dangerous. Because they are used as high-speed switches for heavy power and current, IGBT modules play demanding roles in transportation (electric railways, electric autos), mining and other industries. By Tom Adams, consultant, Sonoscan, Inc. [...]
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Daily e-Car News
Posted on 11 December 2013
2014 Cadillac ELR 'Priced Out Of Its League' December 11, 2013 - A Cadillac badge is only worth so much. The 2014 Cadillac ELR extended-range electric car is based on the Voltec system used in the Chevrolet Volt, but costs more than twice as much. And Consumer Reports thinks it's [...]
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Beer Distribution Game - Supply Chain Simulation (Bier Spiel)
Posted on 05 October 2013
Free Board Game Version for Companies and Universities. Download all required components from this site. If you are interested in having a one-day beer distribution game session hosted at your company, feel free to contact us. Supply Chain Management is especially important in Power Electronics due to the irregular cycles of high [...]
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Smartphone App - Power Electronics News Reader for iPhone and Android
Posted on 01 March 2013
Due to readers wanting greater access to Power Electronics News and Bodo'sPower Articles on their Smartphones, it is now possible to download PowerGuru smartphone apps free of charge. You can download the PowerGuru app by following the links below or searching in Android Google Play or Apple iTunes for 'power electronics', 'PowerGuru' or 'Bodo's [...]
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Power Electronics & Semiconductor Manuals
Posted on 25 July 2012
Power electronics engineers should be equipped with up to date power electronics manuals Below are recommendations for several power electronics manuals including purchasing or download information. SEMIKRON Application Manual ( 赛米控产品应用手册 ) as eBook and printed Book This power electronics application manual is intended to assist users with component selection and [...]
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