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Silicon Carbide
Power Electronics
Renewable Energy
Gallium Nitride
Renesas Electronics
3D Gan Technology
Robotics
Gan
High-Voltage Applications
Iot
Energy Harvesting
Electric Vehicles
5G Communications
6G Communications
Automotive
Fully Digital Grids
Data Centers
Microchip
Efficiency
Lidar

The power electronics market has become a hotbed of innovation. Power ICs based on gallium nitride and silicon carbide are enabling new frontiers in electronic system performance in industrial automation, renewable energy, smart grids, the Internet of things, and other markets. PowerUP podcasts will connect with the world’s leading power electronics experts to explain how the technology is evolvin... more

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Power electronics is driving major shifts like EV powertrains, AI data centers, and industrial electrification—but module performance and reliability also hinge on “behind-the-scenes” materials. Critical elements like die attach, encapsulants, and th... more

In the new AI world, reality, usefulness and human characteristics blend causing real technology challenges – especially in robots. They’ve become perceptive. They think. Robots act and engage with humans and the real world around them using predicti... more

HVAC systems are notoriously power hungry, contribution to a major portion of household electricity expenses. Modernizing these systems with wireless connectivity to enable smart remote monitoring and control is key to reducing energy usage. Furtherm... more

In today's podcast we will discuss how Renesas' GaN offering supports the requirements of different power applications, across sectors such as AI Infrastructure, Solar OBC and DC/DC in Electric vehicles. The power conversion within each of these sect... more

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Burcak Conley
Head of Application Engineering for North America and Europe at Henkel
Henkel
Episode: The Materials That Make Power Electronics Work
Mariana Vukicevic
Director of Marketing at Infineon Technologies
Infineon Technologies
Episode: Making AI Physical and Real
Joe Maile
Senior Segment Manager at Silicon Labs
Silicon Labs
Episode: Addressing Energy Efficiency with HVAC Modernization
Pramit Parikh
Vice President of the GAN Business Division at Renesas Electronics
Renesas Electronics
Episode: Renesas GaN: Mature Portfolio to Support Multi-Market and Applications
Pietro Scalia
Senior director of power system marketing and architecture at Renesas
Renesas Electronics
Episode: Renesas GaN: Mature Portfolio to Support Multi-Market and Applications
Madison Ecklund
Systems Manager in the Automotive Body Electronics and the Lighting Systems Team
Texas Instruments
Episode: The Shift from 12V to 48V in Automotive
Hirohisa Hori
Senior Manager, Power System Marketing at Renesas Electronics
Renesas Electronics
Episode: Inside Robotics Power: Safety, Batteries, and Market Growth
Marco Ruggeri
Senior Manager of the Power System Architecture Team at Renesas Electronics
Renesas Electronics
Episode: Next-Gen Power Architectures in Solar Power: GaN and Bidirectionality enable Single-Stage topologies in Microinverters
Alex Lidow
CEO of Efficient Power Conversion
Efficient Power Conversion
Episode: GaN for Motor Control and LiDAR Applications

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Alia Shokat
Host of Power Up; editor at Power Electronics News and EDN
Maurizio Di Paolo Emilio
Host of Power Up; editor/author active in industry coverage

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
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    Super interesting content from a very knowledgeable industry expert

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    Grant OxInst
    United Kingdom4 years ago

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Well-researched and technically rich with practical takeaways for engineers.
Clear articulation of complex concepts and industry trends.
Sponsor integration feels natural and provides real-world context.

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The Shift from 12V to 48V in Automotive
Q: How does 48V improve safety and reliability in power distribution?
48V allows more consolidated and potentially redundant distribution architectures with intelligent load management and safer isolation, continuing the safety principles from 12V into a higher voltage level.
The Shift from 12V to 48V in Automotive
Q: What are the main limitations of 12V systems and why is 48V becoming essential?
Higher power demands in modern vehicles and the desire to reduce wiring complexity drive the shift to 48V, enabling more powerful components and cost savings through smaller harnesses and components.
SiC Solutions for High-Voltage Applications
Q: How does Microchip address voltage spikes and electromagnetic interference during switching?
Microchip develops low inductance power modules and gating technologies to minimize overshoot, ringing, and EMI, ensuring clean switching and high efficiency.
SiC Solutions for High-Voltage Applications
Q: How can silicon carbide contribute to energy-efficient systems?
Silicon carbide facilitates high efficiency in electric vehicle systems and renewable energy conversion, improving driving range and enabling more compact charging solutions.
SiC Solutions for High-Voltage Applications
Q: What are the primary advantages of Silicon-garbide over silicon?
Silicon carbide is essential for electrification needs, allowing for higher efficiency and handling substantial power across grids, maintaining efficiency across different power loads, and operating effectively in high-temperature environments.

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A technically focused show that centers on advanced power electronics, GaN and SiC device technologies, and their practical applications across industrial automation, data centers, renewables, and automotive. Episodes often feature industry-leaning conversations with engineers, product strategists, and ecosystem players about materials, packaging, architectures, and rollouts, with strong sponsor integration from key equipment and component suppliers. The format frequently blends deep technical detail with market context, roadmaps, and real-world design challenges, making it a valuable resource for engineers, engineering managers, and sponsor-targeted audiences seeking practical insights and future trends in high-efficiency power systems.

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