Monolithic Bidirectional Power Transistors: Opening New Horizons in Power Electronics

Abstract

Today's global megatrends - loosely defined as long-term trends that shape societies and economies worldwide - include, e.g., the transition to a fully renewable energy supply and the establishment of evermore stringent efficiency requirements for industry. Similarly, the trend of rapid global urbanization creates a need for sustainable mobility. The digital disruption contributes to increased electricity demand but on the other hand enables solutions such as smart energy networks or design, control, and monitoring systems supported by artificial intelligence (AI). Ultimately, future energy systems should seamlessly integrate, e.g., renewable energy sources, electric mobility, and industrial plants, i.e., they will be mostly electric.