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Bosch Semiconductors

Bosch has been producing semiconductor devices since the 1950s. This profile focuses on the company's SiC portfolio, which Bosch have been developing since 2021.

SICOXS

IDTechEx analyzes the business of SICOXS, a subsidiary of Sumitomo Metal Mining, that produces thermally bonded polycrystalline SiC wafers that reduce cost significantly for SiC power electronics.

Key Power Electronics Trends of 2025 and Beyond

2025 has been a turning point for the power electronics industry. Despite a slowdown in EV (electric vehicle) sales, IDTechEx forecasts a tripling in the market size of the power electronics for electric vehicles market, to US$42 billion by 2036. In IDTechEx's new report, "Power Electronics for Electric Vehicles 2026-2036: Technologies, Markets, and Forecasts", these trends are analyzed and used to forecast unit sales, market size, and US$ per kW.

New IDTechEx Report: Power Electronics for Electric Vehicles 2026-2036

IDTechEx's new report "Power Electronics for Electric Vehicles 2026-2036" analyzes the growth potential and future trends in WBG technologies, from the rapid scaling of SiC MOSFETs to the potential of GaN to consolidate itself in the EV power electronics market. The report includes granular forecasts detailing unit sales, power (GW), and market size (US$) demand segmented by inverters, onboard chargers (OBC), and DC-DC converters by voltage (600V, 1200V) and semiconductor technology (Si, SiC, GaN).

Gallox Semiconductors

Gallox Semiconductors is a US start-up established in 2024. It develops gallium oxide technologies for next-generation power electronics.

Beijing WeLion New Energy Technology

Beijing WeLion New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (WeLion), founded on August 11, 2016, specializes in the research, development, and production of hybrid solid-liquid electrolyte lithium-ion batteries and all-solid-state lithium batteries.

Thermal Interface Materials - Transition to High-Performance Materials

IDTechEx forecasts that the market size of thermal interface materials (TIMs) will exceed US$7 billion, covering multiple industries including EV batteries, EV power electronics (TIM1 and TIM2), data centers, advanced semiconductor packaging (TIM1 and TIM1.5), ADAS sensors, consumer electronics, and 5G. Find out more in this new article by Senior Technology Analyst Yulin Wang.

New IDTechEx Market Report: Thermal Interface Materials 2026-2036

This report provides an in-depth technical analysis of thermal interface materials (including TIM1/TIM2/TIM1.5) for EV batteries, power electronics, advanced semiconductor packaging, space and satellite technologies, data centers, EMI shielding, 5G, ADAS, and consumer electronics. 10-year granular area (m2), mass (kg), revenue (US$), and TIM unit price (US$) forecasts are given by application. The report covers recent developments in TIM fillers, high-performance TIMs, successful commercial uses, and historic TIM player acquisitions and partnerships. The report also identifies future TIM trends.

ZF: SELECT Drive Unit

ZF is a leading tier 1 supplier providing solutions to passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and industrial technology. IDTechEx attended a presentation from ZF that covered the technology innovations, with a primary focus on thermal management, for its latest eDrive platform, called SELECT.

Trends Driving EV Charging Modules

A power module in DC fast chargers is a critical component that converts AC grid power into high-voltage DC power to charge EV batteries efficiently. It integrates rectifiers, inverters, and control systems to ensure precise power delivery while optimizing energy efficiency and minimizing heat loss. Power modules are essential for achieving rapid charging speeds and supporting high-power applications, meeting the demands of growing EV adoption.

Soitec

Soitec is a French manufacturer of engineered substrates and designer of semiconductor materials in the microelectronics industry.

Qromis

This profile summarizes Qromis' QST (Qromis Substrate Technology), an engineered substrate enabling epitaxy of high voltage and vertical GaN devices.

Kempower

Kempower, founded in 2017 and based in Lahti, Finland, develops and manufactures scalable electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions for applications including public charging networks, commercial vehicle fleets, and heavy-duty electric transport. Its product range includes DC chargers, charging management software, and modular power distribution systems. Kempower is publicly traded and positioning itself as a key player in the EV charging sector across Europe and North America.

Alpitronic: DC Fast Chargers

Alpitronic, based in Bolzano, Italy, specialises in high-power DC fast charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs). Known for its Hypercharger series, Alpitronic provides scalable, reliable charging stations from 50 kW to 400 kW, suited for public, commercial, and fleet applications. With a focus on durability, easy maintenance, and user-friendly interfaces, Alpitronic has established a strong reputation in the European market and continues to expand its presence internationally.

Hyundai

This profile analyzes Hyundai's progress in electrification and automotive technologies in 2024.

Progress and Expectations for Zero-Emission Drivetrain Technology

Electric vehicles (EVs) have seen tremendous growth historically, but growth has slowed somewhat in 2024. The goal of automakers is to reduce the cost of making EVs, both to improve their profit margins on existing vehicles and to make lower-cost models more feasible.

Thermal Management: TIM, Data Centers, EV Power Electronics

In this article, IDTechEx will summarize the main trends of thermal management in the data center and EV power electronics industries, as well as the recent developments of thermal interface materials used.

Webinar: EV Drivetrain Technology to Enable Lower Cost Vehicles

Monday 11 November 2024 - New lower cost battery chemistries (e.g. LFP, LMFP, etc.); More efficient and lower bill of materials motors (rare earth free, alternative magnet materials); The evolution of alternative power electronics technologies (SiC, GaN, etc.)

H55

Swiss-based H55 is a start-up, founded in 2017, working on the commercialization and certification of electric propulsion systems for electric planes.