Ferrari recently opened and sponsored the E-Cells Lab, the new electrochemical research center at the University of Bologna (Italy). This initiative, scientifically directed by the university, aims to deepen the understanding of materials and the chemical and physical properties of lithium cells. It is a significant contribution to electrochemical research, thanks to the collaboration with the university in designing a space equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation to conduct advanced analyses. The Maranello-based company is supporting the lab through knowledge exchange with the univers ..read more

The heart of electric vehicles is an electric motor that supplies mechanical power and torque to the wheels. As for any other component in an EV, weight, efficiency and compactness of the motor are key parameters. Magnets mounted on electric motors are very often made of rare Earth metals like neodymium that are in short supply, and such scarcity adds to that of other materials needed to build batteries, so optimal design of electric motors is essential. The deployment of EVs is gaining momentum for countering the effects of global warming, the extreme effects of which are felt at all latitud ..read more

Infineon Technologies has unveiled the MOTIX TLE9140EQW gate driver IC, designed specifically for brushless DC motors in the 24/48 V market. The TLE9140 is specifically designed for automotive motor control applications that require higher voltage levels ranging from 24 V up to a maximum of 72 V. It is particularly suitable for situations where increased system dependability and faster switching performance are essential. The IC is a perfect addition to Infineon’s MOTIX MCU TLE987x and TLE989x 32-bit motor control SoC solutions. It may also be used as a 48 V BLDC driver with commonly availabl ..read more

Here’s a RoundUp of this week’s must-read articles – we’ll delve into the latest developments on PCIM Europe 2024, Peter Higgs, Battery Management Systems! Also, check News Archives – Power Electronics News and Technical Articles Archives – Power Electronics News for the complete list of news and articles from our website. NEWS PCIM Europe 2024 to set new records The PCIM Europe 2024 conference, taking place alongside the trade fair, promises three days full of inspiration and interaction. Sunmaxx launches one of the biggest solar PV productions in the world in Saxony With ..read more

STMicroelectronics‘ LDH40 and LDQ40 voltage regulators are designed for automotive and industrial applications. These regulators may be powered on with an input voltage as low as 3.3V and can function with a maximum applied voltage of 40V. Additionally, they feature a low quiescent current. The LDH40 provides a maximum current of 200mA and is offered in a single variant with a variable output voltage range of 1.2V to 22V. The LDQ40, which has a current rating of 250mA, offers an adjustable output range of 1.2V to 12V. Additionally, it provides fixed output voltages of 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V, and 5 ..read more

Nova Semiconductor, a fabless company established in 2018, is rapidly emerging as a key player in battery optimization. The company’s core focus lies in revolutionizing the way rechargeable batteries are managed through its innovative battery management system (BMS) technology. In an interview with Power Electronics News, Ahmad Ashrafzadeh, CEO of Nova Semiconductor, offered insights into this proprietary technology, highlighting its key factors and advantages over traditional BMSes. The critical role of BMSes A battery management system can be conceptualized as an intelligent electronic syst ..read more

The use of silicon carbide and gallium nitride to meet electric-vehicle design requirements has now become a standard in next-generation automotive design to promote sustainability. Aerodynamic lines or lighter materials are not enough to guarantee the efficiency of electric vehicles. To meet efficiency and power density requirements, power electronics designers must look toward new technologies. Advanced wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductor materials, especially GaN and SiC, represent an improvement over existing semiconductor technologies like MOSFETs and IGBTs. Basically, the bandgap correspon ..read more

Around the world, governments have set themselves the goal of meeting their climate change commitments. To achieve this, they are driving the energy transition to electric vehicles through legislation and financial incentives. Technological research plays a key role in this regard. In fact, the total global market for EV and hybrid-vehicle batteries is expected to grow to almost $1.6 billion by 2030. At the same time, the rapid growth of this sector must be supported by optimizations in automotive design, which must be ready to face this epochal change. The power of SiC in automotive applicat ..read more

Europe’s Chips Joint Undertaking (JU) has given the green light to the project aiming to build the first of four different pilot lines in Europe contemplated by the Chips Act. The project, led by Italy, avails itself of the collaboration with other countries such as Poland, Finland, Sweden, Austria, France, and Germany. The facility to be built in Catania, Italy, will be a highly innovative pilot line devoted to the research and development of new wide bandgap (WBG) materials like silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), key semiconductors for the high-growth Automotive, Industrial, a ..read more

A group of eleven prominent global industry, technology, and science organizations has published the Value of the EU Battery Passport study. This study examines the advantages and difficulties associated with digital product passports for batteries and emphasizes their significant value for both businesses and policymakers. The study, titled ‘The Value of the EU Battery Passport’, is published by the Battery Pass project. It is co-funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK). The study provides a comprehensive analysis of the qualitative and quantitativ ..read more