In this episode, host Kelsey Markl welcomes Global Director of Application Management Wolf-Dieter Baehre back to the show, where they discuss the adoption of silicon carbide (SiC) in industrial drives applications. What factors still make IGBT an interesting choice today, and when should engineers start designing the future-ready systems of tomorrow with SiC?

Find out more about industrial drives solutions here.

Download our latest whitepaper "SiC technology - A cost-effective enabler of highly efficient power drive systems" here.

Or watch our webinar "Quantifying the benefits of SiC technology in Electric Motor Drive Systems" here.

In this episode of Podcast4Engineers, the host Kelsey Markl welcomes Global Application Manager Lara Kremer, who explains the factors influencing the heat pump market, including cost efficiency, environmental concerns, and policy impacts. Tune in as they discuss recent technological advancements in heat pumps, such as improved inverters, smart features, and the shift toward eco-friendly refrigerants to reduce environmental impact.

In this episode of the Podcast4Engineers, host Kelsey Markl invites Marijana Vukicevic, MCU Product Marketing Director at Infineon, to explore how microcontrollers are transitioning power from analog to digital. They discuss the benefits of digital scalability, faster processing, and how digital MCUs like the PSOC™ Control family are ideal for GaN-based systems, enabling smaller designs and groundbreaking energy efficiency in data centers.

In this episode of Podcast4Engineers, our guest, Richard Kunčič, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Power System division, discusses how AI’s increasing power requirements will drive a substantial change in rack power distribution architecture. He will dive into the pros and cons of transitioning to a 400 V architecture, and the evolution of the server power supply. Lastly, he will give an overview of Infineon’s investment in quantum computing; a technology which has the potential to unlock new possibilities in the AI space and boost efficiency to unprecedented levels, especially for specific types of AI model training. 

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In this episode of Podcast4Engineers, host Peter Balint sits down with Davide Chiola, VP of Systems Solutions at Infineon, to explore the critical role of thermal management in AI data centers. They discuss innovative cooling techniques, design challenges, and emerging trends like liquid cooling and superconductivity, shaping the future of high-performance computing.

Learn more about Infineon's data center solutions here. Have a question or topic suggestion for our next episode? Email us at [email protected]. 

Advancements in GPUs and the transition to higher voltage architectures in AI servers are driving the need for robust protection integrated circuits (ICs). In this episode of Podcast4Engineers, our application expert, Nitish Agarwal, explores the critical role of hot swap controllers in managing inrush currents and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of AI data centers. Additionally, he will address future trends and challenges within the semiconductor industry.

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In this episode of Podcast4Engineers, host Peter Balint explores the intricate demands of powering AI with guest, Fanny Bjoerk, Director Global Application Marketing for Datacenter Power Distribution. They discuss the exponential rise in power requirements of hyperscale data centers driven by the AI revolution, and the critical role of renewable energy in meeting these demands sustainably. The episode delves into the challenges and solutions for integrating renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, and the importance of energy efficiency and reliable power delivery for the future of AI infrastructure.

Learn more about Infineon's solutions for renewable energy.

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Today, we will examine the critical role played by battery backup units in keeping AI servers running smoothly, even in the event of power outages. Our guest, Filippo Rosetti, Application Marketing Manager at Infineon, shares his expertise on effective battery backup hardware strategies that ensure uninterrupted power supply to AI systems. From process continuity to seamless power switchover, we'll explore the importance of reliable battery systems in powering AI.

Learn more about Infineon's battery management systems.

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In this episode of Podcast4Engineers, we look at the role of predictive failure in the AI data center arena. How can we accurately predict which components will fail and when? Our conversation with Infineon System Architect, Christian Bernhardt will shed some new light on trimming the costs of ownership for hyperscale data centers.

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How can we make sure our chips work reliably for decades without having decades to test them? In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of silicon carbide (SiC) reliability testing with our expert guest Paul Salmen. 

Be sure to check out the training Paul mentions to learn more about gate oxide reliability for CoolSiC™ devices.