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Research and Innovation Project Prepares Megawatt Charging Solutions for EU-Wide Heavy-Duty Transport

Yancho Todorov, Senior Scientist and coordinator of the project at VTT

Research and Innovation Project Prepares Megawatt Charging Solutions for EU-Wide Heavy-Duty Transport
­A groundbreaking innovation initiative led by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is set to revolutionise battery electric truck charging. The project features real-life demonstrations of charging hubs to accelerate the electrification of heavy-duty transport. The aim is to establish a comprehensive Eu
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Date:
06/09/2025

Canada Nickel Partners with NetCarb to Advance Next-Generation Carbon Sequestration Technology

Mark Selby, CEO of Canada Nickel

Canada Nickel Partners with NetCarb to Advance Next-Generation Carbon Sequestration Technology
­Canada Nickel Company Inc. is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Australia-based NetCarb to collaborate on the commercialization of NetCarb's innovative carbon sequestration technology. Mark Selby, CEO of Canada Nickel, said, "We are excited by NetCarb's novel technology, which repre
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Date:
06/09/2025
Ballard Announces 1.5 MW Fuel Cell Engine Order for Sierra Northern Railway

Randy MacEwen, President and CEO of Ballard Power Systems

Ballard Announces 1.5 MW Fuel Cell Engine Order for Sierra Northern Railway
Ballard Power Systems announced the signing of a new supply agreement with California-based rail operator Sierra Northern Railway for the supply of 1.5 MW of fuel cell engines, expected to be delivered in 2025. As part of Sierra Northern Railway's efforts to decarbonize its operations across California, 1
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Date:
06/06/2025
GENESIS Project Launches to Lead Europe’s Transition To Sustainable Semiconductor Manufacturing

The Five Critical Stages in Chip-Making Lifecycle Addressed by GENESIS

GENESIS Project Launches to Lead Europe’s Transition To Sustainable Semiconductor Manufacturing
­A pan-European consortium dedicated to developing sustainable processes and technologies for the semiconductor-manufacturing industry today announced the launch of the GENESIS project. This integrated, large-scale initiative aims to enable Europe’s chip industry to meet its sustainability goals—from ma
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Date:
06/06/2025
Renewables to Account for Over Half of Brazil’s Annual Power Generation in 2035, Forecasts GlobalData

Renewables to Account for Over Half of Brazil’s Annual Power Generation in 2035, Forecasts GlobalData

Renewables to Account for Over Half of Brazil’s Annual Power Generation in 2035, Forecasts GlobalData
GlobalData

­Brazil generates power from a diverse range of sources that include thermal sources (gas, oil, and coal), hydropower, nuclear, and renewable. Hydropower accounts for the majority of the country’s annual power generation. However, overdependence on hydropower has made the country vulnerable to droughts. To ov
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Date:
06/06/2025
Functional Safety Market Size Expected to Reach US$ 13.00 billion by 2031, Experiences Growth Owing to Increased Automation

Functional Safety Market Size Expected to Reach US$ 13.00 billion by 2031, Experiences Growth Owing to Increased Automation

Functional Safety Market Size Expected to Reach US$ 13.00 billion by 2031, Experiences Growth Owing to Increased Automation
The Insight Partners

­According to a new comprehensive report from The Insight Partners, the global Functional Safety market is observing significant growth owing to increased automation across industries and stricter regulatory requirements. The report runs an in-depth analysis of market trends, key players, and futur
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Date:
06/06/2025
Infineon Collaborates with Typhoon HIL to Accelerate Development of xEV Power Electronic Systems using Real-Time Hardware-in-the-loop Platform

Customers working with Infineon’s AURIX™ TC3x/TC4x automotive microcontrollers can now use a complete HIL simulation and test solution using Typhoons HIL simulator.

Infineon Collaborates with Typhoon HIL to Accelerate Development of xEV Power Electronic Systems using Real-Time Hardware-in-the-loop Platform
­Infineon Technologies AG announced a collaboration with Typhoon HIL, a leading provider of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation solutions, to provide automotive engineering teams with a fully-integrated, real-time development and test environment for key elements of xEV powertrain systems. Customers working wi
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Date:
06/05/2025
ROHM Develops Breakthrough AI-Equipped MCU

ROHM Develops Breakthrough AI-Equipped MCU

ROHM Develops Breakthrough AI-Equipped MCU
­ROHM Semiconductor announced they have developed AI-equipped MCUs (AI MCUs) – ML63Q253x-NNNxx / ML63Q255x-NNNxx – that enable fault prediction and degradation forecasting using sensing data in a wide range of devices, including industrial equipment such as motors. These MCUs are the
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Date:
06/05/2025
STMicroelectronics Announces Mass Production and Lead Customer Success for Turnkey Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Modules Developed with Qualcomm

STMicroelectronics Announces Mass Production and Lead Customer Success for Turnkey Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Modules Developed with Qualcomm

STMicroelectronics Announces Mass Production and Lead Customer Success for Turnkey Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Modules Developed with Qualcomm
­STMicroelectronics has announced mass-production start for its ST67W611M1 combined Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4 module, describing the early success of Siana, a lead customer for its fast-to-market connectivity. The module is the first product of ST’s collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. anno
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Date:
06/04/2025
PSDcast – Active Suspension Systems in Electric Vehicles

Patrick Wadden, the Global VP of Vicor's Automotive Business Unit

PSDcast – Active Suspension Systems in Electric Vehicles
­One of the more interesting trends to emerge in the automotive landscape is the broader availability of active suspension systems.  While the idea, itself, was tossed around as far back as the 1950s, it didn’t become a thing until 80’s, though it was cost-prohibitive. And even today, being able to ad
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Date:
06/04/2025
Novant Health and ENFRA Enter Energy-as-a-Service Agreement, Propelling the Health System's Commitment to Sustainability

Alice Pope, executive vice president and chief financial officer, Novant Health

Novant Health and ENFRA Enter Energy-as-a-Service Agreement, Propelling the Health System's Commitment to Sustainability
­Building on robust environmental sustainability initiatives, Novant Health has entered into a 30-year Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) partnership with ENFRA. The $855-million transaction closed June 3 and allows Novant Health to reinvest the funds in essential energy infrastructure modernization projects across th
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Date:
06/04/2025
Egypt’s Renewable Power Capacity to Reach 31.6GW in 2035, Forecasts GlobalData

Egypt’s Renewable Power Capacity to Reach 31.6GW in 2035, Forecasts GlobalData

Egypt’s Renewable Power Capacity to Reach 31.6GW in 2035, Forecasts GlobalData
­Egypt is endeavoring to augment the proportion of renewable energy within its electricity mix to 42% by the year 2035. The nation is actively expanding its capacity through the implementation of large-scale solar and wind energy initiatives. Against this backdrop, renewable power capacity in the country is ex
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Date:
06/03/2025
Würth Elektronik Presents its Skoll-I Bluetooth Module

Product-related service: A dedicated evaluation board and various software tools are available for the Skoll-I wireless module.
Image source: Würth Elektronik

Würth Elektronik Presents its Skoll-I Bluetooth Module
­Manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components, introduces Skoll-I, a compact wireless module that combines both Bluetooth® Classic and Bluetooth® LE (Low Energy) version 5.4 in a single solution. Measuring just 16.6 × 12 × 1.7 mm, the module is already certified for conformity in
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Date:
06/03/2025
Standard Lithium, in Partnership with Telescope Innovations, to Produce Next Generation Solid-State Battery Materials

Standard Lithium’s President and COO, Dr. Andy Robinson

Standard Lithium, in Partnership with Telescope Innovations, to Produce Next Generation Solid-State Battery Materials
­Standard Lithium Ltd. (“Standard Lithium” or the “Company”), a leading near-commercial lithium company, is pleased to announce the successful production of battery quality lithium sulfide as part of a collaboration with Telescope Innovations. As previously mentioned, Standard Lithium has been
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Date:
06/03/2025
Blockchain Technology Market to Witness 53.6% CAGR Surge by 2034

Blockchain Technology Market to Witness 53.6% CAGR Surge by 2034

Blockchain Technology Market to Witness 53.6% CAGR Surge by 2034
Global Market Insights, Inc.

­The blockchain technology market was valued at USD 18.3 billion in 2024 and is projected to expand at a CAGR of 53.6% from 2025 to 2034. This rapid growth is driven by the increasing use of decentralized networks and advancements in public blockchain solutions. Businesses are integrating blockchain to enhanc
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Date:
06/03/2025
Cissoid’s Unique Modular SIC Inverter Platform Available from Rhopoint Components

Cissoid’s Unique Modular SIC Inverter Platform Available from Rhopoint Components

Cissoid’s Unique Modular SIC Inverter Platform Available from Rhopoint Components
­Rhopoint Components, specialist distributor  of precision electronic components, sensors, connectors and modular systems, announces the availability of the Cissoid CMT-PLA3SB12340A Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFET Intelligent Power Module. Applications include power systems for Electric Vehicles
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Date:
06/02/2025
Bourns Unveils Current Transformer Line with New Model that Features High Turns Ratio with Permalloy T-Core Construction

Bourns® Model PCP300-T414250S Current Transformer

Bourns Unveils Current Transformer Line with New Model that Features High Turns Ratio with Permalloy T-Core Construction
­Bourns, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of electronic components for power, protection, and sensing solutions, today unveiled the Company’s new current transformer line with its Model PCP300-T414250S Transformer. The new model is made with high-efficiency permalloy material th
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Date:
06/02/2025
Wärtsilä Opens New Logistics Center to Deliver Faster, Smarter Service to Growing U.S. Customer Base

Wärtsilä Opens New Logistics Center to Deliver Faster, Smarter Service to Growing U.S. Customer Base

Wärtsilä Opens New Logistics Center to Deliver Faster, Smarter Service to Growing U.S. Customer Base
­Technology group Wärtsilä announced an expansion of its U.S. and North American footprint with the establishment of the Houston Logistics Center (HLC), located at the company’s North American headquarters in Houston, Texas.  Set to become operational in Summer 2025, the HLC is designed to suppor
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Date:
06/02/2025
High Desert Region to Benefit from Opening of State-of-the-Art Bulk Renewable Diesel Depot in Barstow, California, Fueling Economic Growth and Sustainable Logistics

High Desert Region to Benefit from Opening of State-of-the-Art Bulk Renewable Diesel Depot in Barstow, California, Fueling Economic Growth and Sustainable Logistics

High Desert Region to Benefit from Opening of State-of-the-Art Bulk Renewable Diesel Depot in Barstow, California, Fueling Economic Growth and Sustainable Logistics
­T Bros Oil & Gas Co. announced the grand opening of its state-of-the-art bulk renewable diesel depot in Barstow, California, set for Summer 2025. This cutting-edge facility marks a transformative step for sustainable logistics and economic growth within the vital Southern California transportation corridor, re
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Date:
06/02/2025
ENFRA Expands into Pennsylvania with Acquisition of River Mechanical Services

Philip Catanzaro, Chief Operating Officer of ENFRA

ENFRA Expands into Pennsylvania with Acquisition of River Mechanical Services
­ENFRA, a national leader in Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS), announced today the acquisition of River Mechanical Services, a well-established mechanical contractor and service organization headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This strategic acquisition marks ENFRA’s expansion into the Northeast and fu
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Date:
06/02/2025
Cobotting into the Future

Jason Lomberg, North American Editor, PSD

Cobotting into the Future
Jason Lomberg, North American Editor, PSD

­Welcome to the June issue! We’re less than a month away from the official start of summer, so it’s time to kick back, relax, and give maximum effort (because we haven’t had the summers off since we were kids). But hey, it’s fine to live (and relax) vicariously through our kids, right? We’re
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Date:
06/01/2025
Electrical Motors Get Powered Up with GaN

Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

Electrical Motors Get Powered Up with GaN
Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

­Welcome to the June issue of Power Systems Design Europe. June marks the end of the first half of the year, and so far it has been a busy year for the industry. Personally I’ve been to both APEC in Atlanta and PCIM in Nuremberg, finding out about the latest innovation in the industry. I’ll be writing about th
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Date:
06/01/2025
Designing Multi-Phase Converters for High-Current Applications

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Figure 1: Total Current Ripple for 4-Phase Application

Designing Multi-Phase Converters for High-Current Applications
Nicolay Garcia, Product Marketing Engineer Intern, & Tomas Hudson, Product Marketing Engineer, Monolithic Power

­In recent years, the rapid advancements in FPGAs, ASICs, and related systems have necessitated significant updates to power delivery regulations to address the increased complexity. These designs demand a delicate balance between efficiency, dynamic response, and the size and power loss of MOSFETs. The most commonly
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Date:
06/01/2025
MOSFET Selection and Efficiency Measurement for AI Server Power Supplies

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Figure 1a: Bridgeless totem-pole PFC

MOSFET Selection and Efficiency Measurement for AI Server Power Supplies
Marco Ventimiglia and Filippo Scrimizzi, Power & Discrete Sub-Group, STMicroelectronics

­Yole predicts AI data center server power ratings will jump from 15kW to over 100kW, and the main bus voltage will increase from 400V to 800V to reduce distribution losses. Despite this, rack space and PSU form factors will remain unchanged, pressuring PSU vendors to achieve higher power density. Yole forecasts th
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Date:
06/01/2025
EV Charging Levels from Residential to Commercial

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Figure 1: Residential EV charger

EV Charging Levels from Residential to Commercial
Wayne Liang, senior segment manager at Microchip Technology’s E-Mobility business

­The arrival of electric vehicles (EVs) has ushered in a revolution in the automotive industry with a fundamental shift toward sustainability and a reduced carbon footprint. At the center of this transformation lies an intricate network of chargers, a critical infrastructure that defines the usability and practicality of
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Date:
06/01/2025
Designing to Protect: Industrial Motor Drive Circuits

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Figure 1: The 8/20 µs current waveform is widely used to test overvoltage devices and originates from UL 1449

Designing to Protect: Industrial Motor Drive Circuits
Jennifer Joseph, Vice President Bourns Protection Division and Jed Boyer, Power Applications Engineer, Bourns

­Motor drive circuits employed in a wide range of today’s industrial, commercial, and consumer applications are responsible for controlling the speed, torque, and position of electric motors, enabling precise motion and energy efficiency. However, motor drives are often exposed to electrical threats such as
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Date:
06/01/2025
Unlocking Robotic Intelligence

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Figure 1: Melexis’ Tactaxis® technology supports the move towards more human-like robotics that can operate closely with humans in applications ranging from industrial cobots and domestic service robots

Unlocking Robotic Intelligence
Julien Ghaye, PhD, Product Line Manager, Robotics at Melexis

­As the robotics industry advances into increasingly sophisticated roles, especially within service and humanoid applications, the need for machines that interact with their environments almost as naturally as humans has never been greater. While intelligent control systems lay the foundation for autonomy and pr
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Date:
06/01/2025
Advanced Current and Voltage Sensing Enables Ultra-Precise Robots

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Figure 1: Current- and voltage-sensing accuracy impacts how precise robotics can perform tasks

Advanced Current and Voltage Sensing Enables Ultra-Precise Robots
Kia Rahbar, marketing manager for isolated converters, Texas Instruments

­Robots have become commonplace in industrial applications. However, up until now, their usage has been restricted to tasks that do not require the highest levels of precision. It is hard to imagine a humanoid robot being asked to attempt to thread a needle, or a collaborative robot (cobot) to handle fragile it
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Date:
06/01/2025
The Benefits of GaN in Motor Drive/Inverter Designs

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Figure 1: Comparing power outputs for discrete and IPM MOSFET/IGBT and GaN solutions

The Benefits of GaN in Motor Drive/Inverter Designs
Di Chen, Director of Business Development & Technical Marketing, Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD)

­Although gallium nitride (GaN) has been discussed as an interesting solution for inverters and motor drives for ten years, there have been very few real applications of GaN in this sector to date. However, now that GaN has been proven in other applications, such as chargers, its value proposition is now being se
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Date:
06/01/2025
Motor Drive ICs With Performance, Protection & Bi-Directional Sensing

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Figure 1: 600W washing machine drive built with silicon IGBTs

Motor Drive ICs With Performance, Protection & Bi-Directional Sensing
Llew Vaughan-Edmunds, Senior Director Product Management and Marketing, Navitas

­Electric motors and drives are estimated to consume about 45% of the total electricity generated worldwide. That’s equivalent to more than 12,000 terawatt hours (TWh) per year, or about 1,000 times the total output of China’s 5 GW Xinjiang solar farm (the world’s largest), which was connected to the gr
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Date:
06/01/2025
Robotics, Motor Drives and Controls

Kevin Parmenter, Director, Applications Engineering. TSC, America

Robotics, Motor Drives and Controls
Kevin Parmenter, Director, Applications Engineering. TSC, America

­As of 2023, the global market for motors and drives for robotics was valued at approximately $6.8 billion. It is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.5% by 2030, fueled by the widespread adoption of automation technologies across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics, ac
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Date:
06/01/2025
Self-Driving Growing Pains

Jason Lomberg, North American Editor, PSD

Self-Driving Growing Pains
Jason Lomberg, North American Editor, PSD

­Who could’ve ever guessed that the eternal negligence of motorists crossed with an imperfect – and occasionally over-hyped – technology would cause problems? If you’re surprised that “driver assistance” tech has contributed to a growing number of accidents, then welcome to planet Earth! And the auton
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Date:
06/01/2025
New Circuit Breaker Technology Impresses US Navy

Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

New Circuit Breaker Technology Impresses US Navy
Ally Winning, European Editor, PSD

­Switching is traditionally accomplished by electromechanical devices that tend to degrade over time because of wear. They are also relatively slow to act, are bulky and can be difficult for automated assembly to handle. More recently, solid-state switches and relays have been developed for the task. These so
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Date:
06/01/2025
Improving System-Level Performance and Robustness in Power-Line Monitoring

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Figure 1: AD7606B in a typical power line monitoring application

Improving System-Level Performance and Robustness in Power-Line Monitoring
Lluis Beltran Gil, Applications Engineer, Analog Devices

For many applications, monitoring power lines implies the use of current transformers and resistor divider networks in order to sense the three phases and neutral voltages and currents, as shown in Figure 1. The AD7606B, due to its high input impedance, can directly interface with a sensor, easing the data acquisition sy
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Date:
06/01/2025
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