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DESIGN
B-TRAN: Ideal Power’s
Next-Gen
Power-Switching
Technology
By Saumitra Jagdale, contributing writer for Power Electronics News
Ideal Power Inc. has developed an innovative solution to address the challenges of power conversion
with its cutting-edge bidirectional bipolar junction transistor (B-TRAN). This four-quadrant power
switch offers exceptional performance by delivering ultra-low forward-voltage drop and minimizing
switching losses.
Semiconductor power switches play a critical role in enabling the efficient and clean conversion
of power in a variety of applications. From electric vehicles to renewable-energy generation and
energy storage, these components are crucial for achieving high efficiency and low emissions in the
transition to a greener future. However, conventional power switches have limitations in achieving
optimal performance and efficiency.
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