onsemihas recently opened an application test lab in Piestany, Slovakia. Accordingly, the new test lab will focus on the advancement of system solutions for battery/plug-in hybrid/electric vehicles (xEVs) and energy infrastructure (EI) power conversion systems.

Moreover, the state-of-the-art systems applications lab provides specialized equipment to develop and test next-generation silicon (Si) and silicon carbide (SiC) semiconductor solutions. The endeavor will be done in collaboration with automotive OEMs, Tier 1s and EI providers.

Innovations for Automotive, Power Conversion

Modern semiconductor devices are essential for highly efficient power conversion in xEV powertrains and charging, as well as applications in renewable energy. Meanwhile, the new lab will play a central role in ensuring that the development of future power products results in highly differentiated, value-add solutions tailored to customers’ specific requirements.

Onsemi’s new facility consists of two high-voltage power labs that focus on systems and device level development as well as evaluation of SiC/Si traction inverters and ACDC/DCDC power converters. Furthermore, laser welding facilities, mechanical clean rooms, and workshops further enable fast prototyping and testing of next-generation system solutions.

On the other hand, evaluation capabilities for the next-generation system solutions include:

• Continuous 24/7 testing
• Internally developed and patented software and hardware solutions to support high-voltage power cycling via space vector modulation (SVM) and sinusoidal pulse width modulation (SPWM)
• High-accuracy logging devices for assessing SiC and Si health and reliability
• Simulation of the harsh conditions faced by inverters during operation, testing liquid-cooled devices at temperatures as low as minus 50 degrees C and up to 220 degrees C
• Wider range of industry-recognized software allows for the programing of FPGAs and ARM microcontrollers on site, as well as qualification testing, data analysis and 3D modeling

onsemi is driving disruptive innovations to help build a better future. With a focus on automotive and industrial end-markets, the company is accelerating change in megatrends. Particularly, in the areas of vehicle electrification and safety, sustainable energy grids, industrial automation, and 5G and cloud infrastructure. 

In addition, onsemi offers a highly differentiated and innovative product portfolio, delivering intelligent power and sensing technologies that solve the world’s most complex challenges.