Ideal Power Advances with New Semiconductor Technology and Strategic Partnerships
May 15, 2024 at 12:05 pm EDT
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Ideal Power CEO Daniel Brdar joined Steve Darling from Proactive to provide an in-depth discussion on the company's advancements in manufacturing power semiconductors. These essential components play a critical role in a wide range of everyday devices, including home appliances and electric vehicles (EVs). Ideal Power has developed an innovative power semiconductor known as B-TRAN, which stands out due to its remarkably low energy losses. This technology significantly enhances efficiency across various applications, making it a game-changer in the industry.
One of the key benefits of B-TRAN is its ability to increase the range of electric vehicles, a crucial factor in the adoption of EV technology. Additionally, B-TRAN enhances the effectiveness of solar power systems in both residential and commercial settings, thereby promoting sustainable energy solutions. The semiconductor's bi-directional capabilities are particularly valuable for applications involving batteries, such as grid support systems and electric vehicles. This feature contributes to more cost-effective and efficient energy management, addressing one of the major challenges in the energy sector.
Ideal Power's primary customers are Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) that integrate these advanced semiconductors into a variety of products. These range from power converters used in energy storage systems to drivetrains in hybrid and electric vehicles. The company's innovative technology has recently undergone a rigorous test and evaluation program, which has been met with considerable success. This has led to commercial orders from several large, well-recognized companies, demonstrating the market's confidence in Ideal Power's solutions.
Moreover, Ideal Power has initiated a collaboration with Stellantis, one of the leading global automakers, to develop next-generation electric vehicle platforms. This partnership is expected to drive further advancements and adoption of Ideal Power's semiconductor technology in the automotive industry.
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Ideal Power, Inc. is focused on the development and commercialization of its Bidirectional, bipolar junction TRANsistor (B-TRAN) solid-state switch technology. The bidirectional semiconductor power switch ecofriendly energy control solutions for electric vehicle, electric vehicle charging, renewable energy, energy storage, uninterrupted power supply (UPS)/data center, solid-state circuit breaker and other industrial and military applications. B-TRAN is a double-sided bidirectional alternative circuit (AC) switch that delivers performance improvements over conventional power semiconductors. The Company's B-TRAN modules reduce conduction and switching losses, complexity of thermal management and operating costs in medium voltage AC power switching and control circuitry. The Companyâs second commercial product, the SymCool IQ Intelligent Power Module (IPM) adds an integrated intelligent driver optimized for bidirectional operation.
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