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Mini Thomas, a senior member of IEEE, is working to increase female representation in the power and energy industry in South Asia. Thomas, an expert in power systems and smart grids, is focused on expanding the female leadership pipeline in the region. Through her efforts, she aims to mentor and support more women in engineering to enter and thrive in the power sector.
RIR Power Electronics Limited introduces silicon-carbide (SiC) merged-PiN Schottky (MPS) diodes that offer enhanced efficiency and reliability for next-gen electric vehicles, industrial power systems, and energy infrastructure. These diodes overcome tradeoffs faced with conventional SiC Schottky barrier diodes by integrating Schottky and PiN structures into a single device, providing superior efficiency and power density. Leveraging SiC technology, the diodes offer benefits like high surge current capability, low leakage at elevated temperatures, improved avalanche and blocking robustness, near-zero reverse recovery, and higher system reliability. This advancement in power systems aims to elevate efficiency without compromising reliability.
The article discusses the shift from 12-V to 48-V power systems in electric vehicles (EVs) and the challenges and strategies related to thermal management in xEVs. It highlights the importance of managing voltage transients, size constraints, and robustness in 48-V systems. The piece emphasizes the need for compactness, reliability in harsh conditions, and the impact on thermal management in xEVs. It also provides insights on selecting components for effective 48-V thermal management, such as wide operating voltage range and integrated protection features. The article concludes by stressing the significance of developing a thermal-management strategy to optimize 48-V performance in next-generation xEVs.
IEEE and the Girl Scouts are collaborating to encourage girls to pursue STEM fields. Through initiatives like career fairs and hands-on experiences, they aim to introduce girls to women working in tech and provide them with insights into various STEM careers. For example, members of the Cadette Troop 60487 learned about firefighting from the Hoboken Fire Department. By fostering early interest and engagement in STEM, these efforts seek to address the gender gap in the tech industry and inspire more girls to consider STEM as a viable career path.
The IEEE Women in Engineering podcast subcommittee, led by Geetika Tandon, Kelly Onu, and Prachi Jain, focuses on workplace issues for women in tech. The podcast offers insights on topics like work-life balance and personal branding. Moderators Kelly Onu, Marta Hentunen, and Geetika Tandon have hosted episodes discussing motherhood and navigating work-life balance challenges. The podcast aims to provide valuable career advice and support for women in the tech industry.
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