IEEE Industrial Electronics Magazine

The article has presented the electric tilting three-wheel vehicle (ET3WV) developed at the University of Padova, Italy, for urban mobility. It is characterized by an innovative connection between the tilting front module and the nontilting rear module, and by advanced solutions for the electric propulsion system. The design of the mechanical layout, of the traction drives, of the battery, and of ... View full abstract»

Evolutionary improvements in silicon (Si) power devices through better device designs, processing techniques, and material quality have led to great advancements in power systems. However, many commercial power devices are now approaching the theoretical performance limits offered by the Si material in terms of the capability to block high voltage, provide low on-state voltage drop, and switch at ... View full abstract»

Adjustable-speed electric motor/generator drives (ASDs) are used to save electric energy and increase productivity in variable-output work processes of all new and well-established industries such as: digital information gadgets, digital home appliances, automotive and robotics electric actuators, pump compressors, other vehicles, industrial processes, and distributed and renewable energy system e... View full abstract»