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Battery

Infineon Unveils High-Voltage BMS Reference Design Powered by AURIX TC4x

Infineon has launched a new high-voltage battery management system reference design centered around its AURIX TC4x microcontroller. The platform allows computationally demanding battery modeling algorithms to execute directly on the primary battery management unit. Designed to streamline pack and cell monitoring, the architecture aims to help automakers enhance EV battery safety, efficiency, and real-time state-of-health tracking.

October 30, 2026·Charged EVs·Infineon
Battery

Evaluating GaN Switches: The Design Tradeoffs Shaping Next-Gen EV Power Electronics

Gallium nitride (GaN) semiconductors offer superior switching speeds and compact efficiency for electric vehicle inverters and onboard chargers, but integrating them introduces steep engineering challenges. A closer analysis highlights the delicate balance between gate-drive management, parasitic inductance, and board layout when handling ultra-fast transient voltages. Successfully navigating these physical constraints will be crucial for automakers seeking to minimize thermal losses and maximize electric driving range.

October 29, 2026·Charged EVs
Charging

L&T Semiconductor Technologies Debuts 1200V SiC MOSFET Platform for Faster EV Charging

L&T Semiconductor Technologies (LTSCT), an Indian firm, has introduced a new 1200V silicon carbide (SiC) MOSFET platform specifically engineered for high-power EV fast chargers. This development aims to enhance the efficiency and speed of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Beyond charging, these advanced semiconductors are also designed for traction inverters and microgrid applications, indicating broader implications for EV power systems.

September 30, 2026·Charged EVs·L&T Semiconductor Technologies
Autonomous

Tesla Recruits Intel Veteran for 'TERAFAB' Chip Initiative

Tesla continues to bolster its in-house semiconductor capabilities by bringing on a seasoned chip development expert from Intel. This move signals Tesla's commitment to advancing its custom silicon projects, which are crucial for future EV hardware and AI systems.

July 2, 2026·Not a Tesla App·Tesla
Battery

Soitec and ZenSemi Partner to Mass-Produce Advanced Power ICs for EVs

Soitec and China's ZenSemi are collaborating to bring high-volume production of 300 mm BCD-on-SOI power integrated circuits to market. These advanced semiconductors are critical for power electronics, enabling greater efficiency and performance in EV charging, motor control, and other applications.

July 1, 2026·Charged EVs·Soitec
Battery

IBM's Breakthrough Could Shrink EV Power Electronics

IBM has announced a new chip manufacturing technique that could lead to significantly smaller and more efficient semiconductor components. This innovation has strong implications for electric vehicles, as it could enable more compact and powerful inverters and other crucial power electronics.

June 25, 2026·New York Times - Technology·IBM
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