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Apex Microtechnology Webinars Focus on SiC

On October 27, 2020 in All, Automotive, General, Motor Control, Power by Tommy Cummings

Broderick Krager, Apex Microtechnology applications engineer, will lead two webinars that will examine how to maximize the benefits of SiC using hybrid technology to create switching amplifiers in high-power density packages.

Tagged With: amplifiers, apex, applications, carbide, density, drives, motor, sic, silicon, switching

What We Learned About EV Range Anxiety

On February 28, 2020 in All, Automotive, Connectors, General, Motor Control, Power by Tommy Cummings

We just endured the biggest adventure of our Tesla commitment ... a long-distance journey, an 853km (530-mile) roundtrip in an EV equipped with a 50kW battery that has a 362km (225-mile) range between full charges. We learned valuable lessons, and we’re hopeful for progress.

Tagged With: Electric vehicles, EV, EV charging stations, Tesla, Tesla Model 3

Solving BLDC Controller Design Challenges with the Qorvo PAC5556

On November 26, 2019 in All, Industrial, Motor Control, Power by Robert Huntley

Brushless DC motors have become a popular choice for use in a wide range of consumer and industrial appliances. Building a controller for a BLDC requires several key functions, all of which are combined in the single-package Qorvo PAC5556 Power Application Controller® (PAC™).

Tagged With: BLDC, Brushless motor, Field-oriented control, Power application controller, Qorvo, Sensorless BLDC controller

Taking a Different Spin on Motor Driver Technology: Enjoy the Ride

On March 29, 2019 in All, Motor Control by Paul Golata

If you have ever ridden a Ferris wheel, you know that motor control is important. Experience a different spin on motor-driver technology and enjoy the ride.

Tagged With: Automation, Control, DC, Motor driver, Motor driver technology, STMicroelectronics , STSPIN

Move Over LEDs, Electric Motors Will Save the Planet

On November 30, 2018 in All, Industrial, Motor Control, Power, Wide Bandgap by Steven Keeping

LEDs save energy, but efficient electric motors can save much more. Now a new generation of GaN transistors promises new power-supply breakthroughs to help the units become even greener.

Tagged With: Electric motor driver design , Electric motors, GaN, High power-density electric motor, High-frequency inverters, Power supply design

Ensuring the Electrical Safety of Powered Exoskeletons

On August 15, 2018 in All, Connectors, EIT 2018: Generation Robot, Industrial, Medical, Motor Control, Power, Robotics, Sensors by Alex Misiti

Exoskeleton use in improving the mobility of patients with spinal cord injuries, helping industrial workers lift heavy objects, and enhancing soldiers’ abilities on the battlefield are obvious benefits, but designers and engineers must remove safety risks to ensure the health and well-being of users.

Tagged With: Biocompatibility, Electrical safety, Exoskeleton safety, Li-ion battery, Lithium-ion batteries, Molex, Powered exoskeletons, Thermal runaway, Wearables, Wire connectors

Get Past Conventional Wisdom When Selecting a DC Motor Type

On April 12, 2018 in All, Industrial, Maker, Motor Control by Bill Schweber

When a new product needs a DC motor, the tendency is to think brushless, right? Probably so! But could this be a short-sighted approach?

Tagged With: Burshless motor, DC motor, Infusion pump, Stepper motor, Variable AC drive

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