Marcin Mierzejewski on thermal management Solutions for SiC September 09, 2025 SiC and GaN semiconductors are becoming increasingly critical for the development of modern power electronics systems. As Marcin Mierzejewski points out in an interview with Evertiq, leveraging these technologies gives engineers new opportunities – enabling component miniaturization, meeting growing demands for higher computing power, and addressing the challenges associated with rising power densities.
Toshiba and SICC team up on SiC power semiconductor wafers August 28, 2025 Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation and SICC have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore collaboration on SiC power semiconductor wafers, the companies announced.
India approves 4 projects in $530 million boost to chip making August 20, 2025 The four new proposals approved are from SiCSem, CDIL, 3D Glass Solutions and ASIP Technologies. The SiCSem and 3D Glass units will be set up in Odisha, CDIL will expand its facility in Punjab, and ASIP will establish a plant in Andhra Pradesh.
onsemi to set up research centre for wide bandgap materials August 07, 2025 onsemi plans to invest USD 8 million with Stony Brook University to establish a wide band gap research centre that will advance innovation in power semiconductors and foster the next generation of professionals in this field.
$20M semiconductor research facility coming to Stony Brook University July 28, 2025 As a result of the partnership, onsemi will invest USD 8 million to support the center’s operations, while Stony Brook University will invest USD 10 million in renovations and equipment. Empire State Development will support the new facility through a capital grant of up to USD 2 million.
ROHM releases level 3 SPICE models with enhanced simulation speed July 10, 2025 ROHM’s earlier Level 1 SPICE models for SiC MOSFETs addressed this need by precisely replicating key device characteristics. However, challenges such as simulation convergence issues and prolonged computation times revealed the need for further refinement.
Toshiba develops tech to reduce losses in SiC trench MOSFETs, SiC SBDs July 07, 2025 These advances are expected to greatly improve the reliability and efficiency of devices used in power conversion applications, such as electric vehicles and renewable energy systems.
ROHM launches isolated gate driver IC optimized for high-voltage GaN devices June 27, 2025 When combined with GaN devices, this driver, BM6GD11BFJ-LB, enables stable operation under high-frequency, high-speed switching conditions, contributing to greater miniaturization and efficiency in high-current applications.
Tata Elxsi, Infineon partner to accelerate EV innovation in India June 20, 2025 Tata Elxsi brings its design, system integration and validation capabilities, while Infineon will provide early access to its latest semiconductor technologies—such as SiC-based components, microcontrollers and ICs.
LG Chem, Noritake co-develop paste for automotive power semiconductors June 19, 2025 The silver paste co-developed by LG Chem and Noritake is a high-performance paste containing nano-sized silver (Ag) particles, combining LG Chem’s particle engineering technology with Noritake’s particle dispersion expertise.
RIR expands manufacturing of 1200V SiC diodes in collaboration with PASC June 11, 2025 Besides serving existing domestic Indian and US customers, shipping from Taiwan also provides improved access to strategic high-growth markets for SiC devices in the South East Asian region.
WIN announces linearity optimized 0.12µm GaN power process June 06, 2025 Engineered for demanding high-power applications across K-Band to V-Band frequencies, NP12-1B delivers industry leading high power front end solutions with exceptional linearity, ruggedness, and reliability for next-generation RF and microwave systems.
Nvidia selects Navitas to collaborate on 800 V HVDC architecture June 04, 2025 Navitas’ high-power GaNSafe power ICs integrate control, drive, sensing and critical protection features, enabling reliability and robustness.
Wolfspeed reportedly preparing for bankruptcy May 21, 2025 Wolfspeed is said to be preparing a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing within weeks, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal and Reuters. The move comes after failed restructuring talks and growing financial pressure from falling demand and aggressive Chinese competition.
Infineon to supply power modules for Rivian's EVs May 21, 2025 Germany's Infineon Technologies will supply Rivian’s R2 platform with power modules for traction inverters. The R2 platform will use SiC and Si modules from Infineon’s HybridPACK Drive G2 family.
AOS enables 48V hot swap in AI servers with high SOA MOSFET May 09, 2025 The AOTL66935 hot swap MOSFET prevents damage to the system by limiting the high inrush current with low power losses due to the very low on-resistance.
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Farnell inks new global distribution agreement with MCC April 11, 2025 Farnell has entered into a global distribution agreement with Micro Commercial Components (MCC), expanding its range of discrete semiconductor solutions available to customers in sectors such as automotive, industrial, consumer electronics, and computing.
Robert Feurle takes the helm at Wolfspeed April 02, 2025 Wolfspeed, US silicon carbide (SiC) specialist, has appointed Robert Feurle as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1, 2025. The appointment follows a comprehensive internal and external search, the company revealed.
Compound semiconductor materials market to cross $91B by 2035 March 31, 2025 EVs are emerging as a critical application area in the compound semiconductor industry, as many EV makers are resorting to MOSFETs or SiC Schottky barrier diodes (SBD) in DC-DC converters.
Mazda, ROHM use next-gen chips for automotive components March 28, 2025 The two Japanese firms have started developing automotive components using gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors, which reduce power conversion losses and contribute to the miniaturization of components.
CoolCAD, RFMW boost SiC semiconductor devices offerings March 17, 2025 The agreement strengthens RFMW’s ability to offer customers advanced wide bandgap solutions, enabling superior performance, reliability and efficiency in high-temperature and high-power applications.
CDIL teams up with Infineon to make power chips March 07, 2025 Under the agreement, German firm Infineon will supply bare semiconductor wafers to CDIL, which the Indian company will process and use for assembly and packaging to make power chipsets.
SiC power semiconductors market to reach $11.7B by 2035 March 03, 2025 Silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors have gained significant traction in high-power applications due to their superior thermal conductivity, higher breakdown voltage and energy efficiency.
Spirox opens semiconductor verification lab in Taiwan February 26, 2025 Semiconductor equipment provider, Spirox Corporation, plans to build the first power semiconductor dynamic reliability verification laboratory in the Asia-Pacific region.
Aerospace semiconductor market to touch $15B by 2034 February 24, 2025 In 2024, North America held over 38% of the aerospace semiconductor market, with revenues around USD 2.6 billion. The US market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2%.
U-M awarded up to $7.5M to develop heat-tolerant chips February 21, 2025 Funded by the Silicon Crossroads Microelectronics Commons Hub, University of Michigan researchers are leading a collaborative effort to bring more such semiconductors to the market.
Infineon reaches next milestone on 200 mm SiC roadmap February 13, 2025 Germany's Infineon Technologies says that it has made significant progress on its 200 mm silicon carbide (SiC) roadmap. The company plans to launch its first products based on the advanced 200 mm SiC technology in the first quarter of 2025.
Power semiconductor market to reach $75 billion by 2032 February 06, 2025 Countries like China, Japan, the US, Germany, India and France are leading this growth by adopting advanced technologies and backed by supportive government policies.
ST eyes workforce reduction of up to 3,000 jobs February 04, 2025 STMicroelectronics is reportedly considering a significant workforce reduction, potentially affecting up to 6% of its employees, reports Bloomberg citing sources with insight.
Fab delays and cancellations start to pile up January 30, 2025 The semiconductor industry is grappling with uncertainty as several high-profile semiconductor fab projects are struggling with delays, suspensions, or outright cancellations.
Five companies control 50% of the automotive semiconductor market January 22, 2025 The automotive industry’s impact on the global economy cannot be ignored. And currently, the automotive industry is going through a dramatic transformation – driven by electrification, autonomous driving and new mobility models.