power electronics Insights

What is power electronics?

Power electronics is the application of solid-state electronics to the control and conversion of electric power. It involves using semiconductor devices like diodes, transistors, and thyristors to efficiently switch electrical energy, allowing for the conversion of electrical power characteristics such as voltage, current, and frequency. Common applications include AC-DC power supplies, DC-DC converters, inverters for solar power and motor drives for controlling the speed and torque of electric motors.

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What other technologies are related to power electronics?

power electronics Complementary Technologies

electric machines

Electric machines (motors and generators) are a major application area for power electronics. They require power electronic converters for efficient and controlled operation.

mentioned alongside power electronics in 54% (133) of relevant job posts

AC-DC converters

AC-DC converters are a fundamental building block in many power electronic systems, enabling the conversion of AC power to DC power for various applications.

mentioned alongside power electronics in 33% (181) of relevant job posts

motor drives

Motor drives are systems that use power electronic converters to control the speed, torque, and position of electric motors. Power electronics is essential for motor drive functionality.

mentioned alongside power electronics in 24% (244) of relevant job posts