This year’s Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC) hit its 40th anniversary, but that wasn’t the only notable milestone celebrated at the event. The IEEE Power Electronics Society (PELS) held a
With the continuous electrification of various industries, the range of applications and ratings of high-power converters are expected to expand further. To reduce CO2 emissions, electrification is being promoted not
Recently research into the use of medium-voltage dc grids is on the rise due to advantages including lower maintenance costs, lower loss, and simpler controllability [1], [2], [3], [4]. Various
E-mobility is advancing rapidly, driven by the need for high system efficiency and low carbon emissions, with power electronics emerging as a pivotal technology that opens numerous future opportunities. At
This article explores the power electronics converters in particle accelerators, highlighting key challenges and requirements. Specific examples of converter designs and their associated challenges for upcoming large-scale accelerator projects are
Ferric, Inc. has announced its collaboration with Marvell Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRVL) to develop optimized integrated power solutions for Marvell® custom silicon platforms, designed to improve performance, efficiency, and return
The Long Island Power Electronics Symposium & Exhibits is an annual event that brings together the power electronics community. All professionals (engineers, managers, etc.) involved in the use, design, qualification,
As we embark on 2025, the IEEE Power Electronics Society (PELS) Students and Young Professionals (S&YP) Committee looks poised to venture on another impactful year of fostering collaboration and professional
About a decade ago, there were few major global grid operators, electric utilities, automotive manufacturers or oil companies who thought that photovoltaic (PV) solar, batteries, or electric vehicles (EVs) would
Globally, most governments recognize the value that technology entrepreneurs bring to their populations. New technology entrepreneurs provide employment for their citizens, a more advanced society, improved balance of trade, the
