Inspiring the Evolution of Embedded Design

February 4, 2025


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EPC Launches GaN-Based Motor Drive Reference Design Optimized for Precision Motion in Humanoid Robots

The EPC91104 evaluation board uses the EPC23104 ePower Stage IC, offering a maximum RDS(on) (drain-source on-resistance) of 11 mΩ and supporting DC bus voltages up to 80 V. The design supports up to 14 Apk steady-state and 20 Apk pulsed current, ensuring reliable performance for humanoid robot applications that require fine motor control and precision.

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TDK Presents HVC43MC With an Integrated Mirror Contact and HVC45 for Short-Circuit Currents Up to 12 kA

With an integrated mirror contact according to IEC 60947-4-1, the HVC43MC enables safe detection of the main contact’s position. This mechanically linked auxiliary contact provides reliable feedback about whether the main contact has opened or closed, enhancing system safety monitoring. The contactor can handle continuous currents up to 250 A and cut-off currents up to 450 A at 1000 V (DC) and 2000 A at 450 V (DC), respectively, all in a compact package measuring 74.5 x 78 x 40.5 mm.

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Infineon Introduces New EiceDRIVER™ Isolated Gate Driver ICs for Traction Inverters in EVs

The devices 1EDI3025AS, 1EDI3026AS and 1EDI3035AS provide a strong output stage of 20 A and drive high-performance inverters of all power classes up to over 300 kW. The variants 1EDI3028AS and 1EDI3038AS with an output stage of 15 A are ideal for use in entry-level battery electric vehicle (BEV) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) inverters as well as for the excitation circuit of externally excited synchronous machines (EESM). The devices are equipped with the new tunable soft-off feature, which provides excellent short-circuit performance to support the latest SiC and IGBT technologies.

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How Torque is Driving the Future of Embedded Power Systems

When we talk about power, we often think about volts, amps, and watts. But if you’re in the embedded industry, you know there’s another force at play—torque. That twisting, turning, make-things-move kind of power is shaping the future of analog control, power electronics, and embedded systems in ways that engineers can’t ignore.


Efficiency in motion

While digital dominates the computing world, analog control is making a comeback in embedded power systems. Why? Because real-world physics is analog—motors, actuators, and sensors don’t operate in neat 1s and 0s.



High-precision torque sensors use analog signal processing to detect subtle changes in force, analog feedback loops—like PID controllers—ensure smooth motor control without lag, and power-efficient motor drives leverage analog modulation techniques (like PWM) to balance torque and speed dynamically.


Just like shifting gears on a bike, analog control helps fine-tune torque for maximum efficiency. Instead of brute-force digital adjustments, analog torque control adapts naturally to varying conditions, making power systems more precise and energy-efficient.


The result? More efficient motors, better battery life, and smarter embedded systems that adapt in real time.


Why engineers should care

As embedded systems evolve, torque-aware design is becoming a must-have skill. Whether you’re working on next-gen robotics, smart manufacturing, or electric vehicles, torque control is at the heart of performance and efficiency.


The embedded industry is already seeing breakthroughs in:

🤖 AI-driven torque optimization for predictive maintenance

🤖 Ultra-low-power motor control for IoT devices

🤖 Resonant power conversion techniques to reduce energy loss in high-torque applications


Torque isn't just a mechanical concept—it’s the future of efficient, intelligent embedded power systems. As analog and power electronics continue to push the boundaries, expect torque to play a starring role in making devices faster, stronger, and smarter.


So, next time you think about power in embedded systems, don’t just measure watts—measure torque. Because the future is in motion, and torque is what keeps it turning. 🚀🔧



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