UNC Charlotte Hosts IEEE WiPDA Conference

UNC Charlotte recently welcomed leading minds in power electronics and electron devices for the IEEE Workshop on Wide Bandgap Power Devices & Applications (WiPDA). The event united experts in device science, circuit design, and application engineering, showcasing advancements and insights in areas like device fabrication, high-efficiency converters, and safe wide bandgap device operation.

Discussions spanned critical topics such as material growth, device reliability in harsh conditions, and system design strategies. Notable focuses included packaging advancements, passive component performance, and applications in renewable energy, transportation, and aerospace.

Featuring renowned speakers and industry pioneers, the conference fostered collaboration and innovation, charting paths for the future of wide bandgap power devices and their diverse applications.